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Lars Brandle

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Lars Brandle has reported at the frontline of the international music industry for over 25 years. A former musician, Lars joined the American music trade “bible” Billboard in 2000 and went on to serve as Global News Editor, based in London. Now Billboard’s Australia correspondent and senior writer with The Brag Media, Lars has appeared on CNN, the BBC and ABC, American Public Media and South Africa's EastCoast Radio, and he has spoken at Midem in Cannes, Music Matters in Singapore, Amsterdam Dance Event, London's City Showcase and at industry gatherings on both sides of the Tasman. His works have been published by Reuters, Media Week, Spin, and The Hollywood Reporter, and he has featured as a pundit in the Australian Financial Review, Business Review Weekly and Britain’s The Independent.

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All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

A long line-up of dance and pop stars will pay tribute to Avicci in a special benefit concert.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 4, 2019
All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

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All-star Avicii tribute concert set for December

A long line-up of dance and pop stars will pay tribute to Avicci in a special benefit concert.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 4, 2019
Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Bucks Music Group is keen to work the Gaga Music catalogue for sync in the U.K.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 3, 2019
Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

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Gaga Music signs U.K. deal with Bucks Music Group

Bucks Music Group is keen to work the Gaga Music catalogue for sync in the U.K.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 3, 2019
Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

Australia will host an "immersive and holistic" retreat for the dance music community next year.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 2, 2019
Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

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Orbit DJ Retreats coming to Australia in 2020: Exclusive

Australia will host an "immersive and holistic" retreat for the dance music community next year.

By Lars Brandle - Sep 2, 2019
Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

The best of Brisbane is on show at a new exhibition.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 30, 2019
Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

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Brisbane’s finest in focus for High Rotation music exhibition

The best of Brisbane is on show at a new exhibition.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 30, 2019
ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

ARIA and YouTube are rolling back the years, while partnering on this year's ARIA Awards.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 29, 2019
ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

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ARIA just published its vault of Awards videos, announced 2019 ARIAs details

ARIA and YouTube are rolling back the years, while partnering on this year's ARIA Awards.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 29, 2019
Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Further venue announcements may be coming soon.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

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Live Nation chairman says Australia’s live scene ‘punches above its weight’

Further venue announcements may be coming soon.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

Want to hang at the 2019 ARIAs but you don't have buddies in the business? Well, you can.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

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You can buy a night out at the 2019 ARIA Awards

Want to hang at the 2019 ARIAs but you don't have buddies in the business? Well, you can.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 28, 2019
123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

123 Agency is coming off a "mammoth" year, and there's a lot more to come.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2019
123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

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123 Agency unveils ‘invigorated’ new team, label signings: Exclusive

123 Agency is coming off a "mammoth" year, and there's a lot more to come.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 27, 2019
TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

This acquisition "marks a significant step towards TEG becoming a global live entertainment powerhouse," says TEG CEO Geoff Jones.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2019
TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

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TEG expands into Europe through acquisition of The MJR Group

This acquisition "marks a significant step towards TEG becoming a global live entertainment powerhouse," says TEG CEO Geoff Jones.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 26, 2019
Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify is giving you more time to fall in love with its premium service.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 23, 2019
Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

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Spotify just matched Apple Music’s free trial period

Spotify is giving you more time to fall in love with its premium service.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 23, 2019
Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

It's happy days for country music in Australia, a market which has doubled in value in 20 years, a new report finds.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 22, 2019
Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

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Country music is booming in Australia, powered by stars, fests and streaming: report

It's happy days for country music in Australia, a market which has doubled in value in 20 years, a new report finds.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 22, 2019
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