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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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Brisbane AI specialists SuperRes selected for tech startup ‘class of 2019’ in U.S.

Brisbane AI specialists SuperRes selected for tech startup ‘class of 2019’ in U.S.

Brisbane tech startup SuperRes is part of an elite class in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 7, 2019
Brisbane AI specialists SuperRes selected for tech startup ‘class of 2019’ in U.S.

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Brisbane AI specialists SuperRes selected for tech startup ‘class of 2019’ in U.S.

Brisbane tech startup SuperRes is part of an elite class in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 7, 2019
Universal, Sony hit with class action lawsuits over song rights

Universal, Sony hit with class action lawsuits over song rights

John Waite, David Johansen and other musicians want their songs back.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 6, 2019
Universal, Sony hit with class action lawsuits over song rights

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Universal, Sony hit with class action lawsuits over song rights

John Waite, David Johansen and other musicians want their songs back.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 6, 2019
Spotify’s Jane Huxley promoted to EMEA, relocating to U.K.

Spotify’s Jane Huxley promoted to EMEA, relocating to U.K.

Jane Huxley is moving on up at Spotify.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 5, 2019
Spotify’s Jane Huxley promoted to EMEA, relocating to U.K.

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Spotify’s Jane Huxley promoted to EMEA, relocating to U.K.

Jane Huxley is moving on up at Spotify.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 5, 2019
The ARIA Singles Chart is flooded by Hottest 100 tunes

The ARIA Singles Chart is flooded by Hottest 100 tunes

The national singles chart is awash with tracks which appeared in Triple J's annual Hottest 100 countdown,

By Lars Brandle - Feb 4, 2019
The ARIA Singles Chart is flooded by Hottest 100 tunes

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The ARIA Singles Chart is flooded by Hottest 100 tunes

The national singles chart is awash with tracks which appeared in Triple J's annual Hottest 100 countdown,

By Lars Brandle - Feb 4, 2019
The City of Sydney needs you: An appeal to the music industry

The City of Sydney needs you: An appeal to the music industry

Want your nightlife back? There's only a week to share your thoughts.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2019
The City of Sydney needs you: An appeal to the music industry

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The City of Sydney needs you: An appeal to the music industry

Want your nightlife back? There's only a week to share your thoughts.

By Lars Brandle - Feb 1, 2019
The Australia Music Prize shortlist is out

The Australia Music Prize shortlist is out

Courtney Barnett, Gurrumul and The Presets are among the Australian Music Prize nominees.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 31, 2019
The Australia Music Prize shortlist is out

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The Australia Music Prize shortlist is out

Courtney Barnett, Gurrumul and The Presets are among the Australian Music Prize nominees.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 31, 2019
John Collins talks Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane's next premier live music destination

John Collins talks Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane's next premier live music destination

At least 25 bands are penciled in for Brisbane's newest live venue, which is expect to open its doors in mid-July.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 30, 2019
John Collins talks Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane's next premier live music destination

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John Collins talks Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane's next premier live music destination

At least 25 bands are penciled in for Brisbane's newest live venue, which is expect to open its doors in mid-July.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 30, 2019
Olivia Newton-John, Kylie Minogue, Cyrus Meher-Homji and others recognised in Australia Day Honours

Olivia Newton-John, Kylie Minogue, Cyrus Meher-Homji and others recognised in Australia Day Honours

Prominent figures in Australia's music industry were recognised for their efforts in the Australia Day Honours list.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 29, 2019
Olivia Newton-John, Kylie Minogue, Cyrus Meher-Homji and others recognised in Australia Day Honours

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Olivia Newton-John, Kylie Minogue, Cyrus Meher-Homji and others recognised in Australia Day Honours

Prominent figures in Australia's music industry were recognised for their efforts in the Australia Day Honours list.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 29, 2019
Pitchfork and Vogue's owners are building a (pay) wall

Pitchfork and Vogue's owners are building a (pay) wall

The days of free are coming to an end for Pitchfork’s readers.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 24, 2019
Pitchfork and Vogue's owners are building a (pay) wall

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Pitchfork and Vogue's owners are building a (pay) wall

The days of free are coming to an end for Pitchfork’s readers.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 24, 2019
In the wake of Fyre Festival, let's not forget Australia's Blueprint

In the wake of Fyre Festival, let's not forget Australia's Blueprint

Picture this: 5,000 party-goers at a first-time music festival, dropped in at a scenic location. Then imagine it’s orchestrated by two dreamers, music fans with little to no experience in running a…

By Lars Brandle - Jan 23, 2019
In the wake of Fyre Festival, let's not forget Australia's Blueprint

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In the wake of Fyre Festival, let's not forget Australia's Blueprint

Picture this: 5,000 party-goers at a first-time music festival, dropped in at a scenic location. Then imagine it’s orchestrated by two dreamers, music fans with little to no experience in running a…

By Lars Brandle - Jan 23, 2019
Tencent Music Entertainment’s stock upgraded to 'buy' as analysts laud growth potential

Tencent Music Entertainment’s stock upgraded to 'buy' as analysts laud growth potential

Analysts just gave a “full-throated yell” of support for Tencent Music Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 22, 2019
Tencent Music Entertainment’s stock upgraded to 'buy' as analysts laud growth potential

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Tencent Music Entertainment’s stock upgraded to 'buy' as analysts laud growth potential

Analysts just gave a “full-throated yell” of support for Tencent Music Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Jan 22, 2019
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