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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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Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, John O'Donnell & More Remember RAM Founding Editor Anthony O’Grady

Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, John O'Donnell & More Remember RAM Founding Editor Anthony O’Grady

Anthony O’Grady, a towering figure in Australian music journalism, has passed away.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 21, 2018
Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, John O'Donnell & More Remember RAM Founding Editor Anthony O’Grady

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Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, John O'Donnell & More Remember RAM Founding Editor Anthony O’Grady

Anthony O’Grady, a towering figure in Australian music journalism, has passed away.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 21, 2018
The ‘Eminem Esque’ Damages Payout Has Been Slashed by a NZ Court

The ‘Eminem Esque’ Damages Payout Has Been Slashed by a NZ Court

An Eminem rap battle is back in the NZ courts.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 19, 2018
The ‘Eminem Esque’ Damages Payout Has Been Slashed by a NZ Court

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The ‘Eminem Esque’ Damages Payout Has Been Slashed by a NZ Court

An Eminem rap battle is back in the NZ courts.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 19, 2018
Spotify’s latest campaign mocks the Sydney Opera House stoush, PMs and the tampon tax

Spotify’s latest campaign mocks the Sydney Opera House stoush, PMs and the tampon tax

Spotify goes all-out-edgy for its new, national campaign.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 18, 2018
Spotify’s latest campaign mocks the Sydney Opera House stoush, PMs and the tampon tax

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Spotify’s latest campaign mocks the Sydney Opera House stoush, PMs and the tampon tax

Spotify goes all-out-edgy for its new, national campaign.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 18, 2018
Spotify looking for some Christmas joy after rough week

Spotify looking for some Christmas joy after rough week

There wasn't much cheer for Spotify as its shareprice tumbled last week.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2018
Spotify looking for some Christmas joy after rough week

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Spotify looking for some Christmas joy after rough week

There wasn't much cheer for Spotify as its shareprice tumbled last week.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 17, 2018
Apple just dumped its latest social music feature, Connect

Apple just dumped its latest social music feature, Connect

Apple Music just can’t seem to get a handle on its social skills.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 14, 2018
Apple just dumped its latest social music feature, Connect

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Apple just dumped its latest social music feature, Connect

Apple Music just can’t seem to get a handle on its social skills.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 14, 2018
Alison Wenham is stepping down as CEO of WIN

Alison Wenham is stepping down as CEO of WIN

Alison Wenham, one of the most powerful figures in the indie music world, is stepping down as chief executive of the Worldwide Independent Network. A tireless advocate for the independent music…

By Lars Brandle - Dec 13, 2018
Alison Wenham is stepping down as CEO of WIN

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Alison Wenham is stepping down as CEO of WIN

Alison Wenham, one of the most powerful figures in the indie music world, is stepping down as chief executive of the Worldwide Independent Network. A tireless advocate for the independent music…

By Lars Brandle - Dec 13, 2018
NSW Labor willing to bet big on music when the state elections roll around

NSW Labor willing to bet big on music when the state elections roll around

NSW Labor today endorsed the recommendations of a year-long inquiry into the music and arts economy.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2018
NSW Labor willing to bet big on music when the state elections roll around

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NSW Labor willing to bet big on music when the state elections roll around

NSW Labor today endorsed the recommendations of a year-long inquiry into the music and arts economy.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 12, 2018
After latest NSW festival fatality, a new license regime will start in early 2019

After latest NSW festival fatality, a new license regime will start in early 2019

“We are now acting on the panel’s recommendations,” says a spokesman for the agency, confirming the new licence “will begin operating early in the new year.”

By Lars Brandle - Dec 10, 2018
After latest NSW festival fatality, a new license regime will start in early 2019

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After latest NSW festival fatality, a new license regime will start in early 2019

“We are now acting on the panel’s recommendations,” says a spokesman for the agency, confirming the new licence “will begin operating early in the new year.”

By Lars Brandle - Dec 10, 2018
NSW festival organisers tapped for feedback on ‘keeping people safe’ as another punter dies

NSW festival organisers tapped for feedback on ‘keeping people safe’ as another punter dies

Festival organisers and licensees received their homework last week, which will help shape the license model.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 10, 2018
NSW festival organisers tapped for feedback on ‘keeping people safe’ as another punter dies

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NSW festival organisers tapped for feedback on ‘keeping people safe’ as another punter dies

Festival organisers and licensees received their homework last week, which will help shape the license model.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 10, 2018
Sony Music acquires Savage Garden catalogue, reunites with John Woodruff

Sony Music acquires Savage Garden catalogue, reunites with John Woodruff

Sony Music is now truly, madly, deeply involved in Savage Garden’s music.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 6, 2018
Sony Music acquires Savage Garden catalogue, reunites with John Woodruff

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Sony Music acquires Savage Garden catalogue, reunites with John Woodruff

Sony Music is now truly, madly, deeply involved in Savage Garden’s music.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 6, 2018
Drake rules Spotify’s global year-end charts, Sia, 5SOS lead Aussies

Drake rules Spotify’s global year-end charts, Sia, 5SOS lead Aussies

All hail King Drake, the boss of Spotify in 2018.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 5, 2018
Drake rules Spotify’s global year-end charts, Sia, 5SOS lead Aussies

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Drake rules Spotify’s global year-end charts, Sia, 5SOS lead Aussies

All hail King Drake, the boss of Spotify in 2018.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 5, 2018
Here's what went down at the Melbourne Insights gathering at the Espy

Here's what went down at the Melbourne Insights gathering at the Espy

TIO was on hand as professionals delved into Melbourne’s cultural trends and key priorities for the year ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 5, 2018
Here's what went down at the Melbourne Insights gathering at the Espy

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Here's what went down at the Melbourne Insights gathering at the Espy

TIO was on hand as professionals delved into Melbourne’s cultural trends and key priorities for the year ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Dec 5, 2018
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