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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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Citi’s controversial report on the music biz criticised as ‘incorrect or incomplete’

Citi’s controversial report on the music biz criticised as ‘incorrect or incomplete’

The music industry has hit back at Citi's report 'Putting the Band Back Together'

By Lars Brandle - Aug 13, 2018
Citi’s controversial report on the music biz criticised as ‘incorrect or incomplete’

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Citi’s controversial report on the music biz criticised as ‘incorrect or incomplete’

The music industry has hit back at Citi's report 'Putting the Band Back Together'

By Lars Brandle - Aug 13, 2018
Rhythm and Vines partners with Tixel for ticket resales: exclusive

Rhythm and Vines partners with Tixel for ticket resales: exclusive

NZ's Rhythm and Vines Festival is tackling ticket scammers and scalpers through a new partnership with online resale community Tixel.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 13, 2018
Rhythm and Vines partners with Tixel for ticket resales: exclusive

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Rhythm and Vines partners with Tixel for ticket resales: exclusive

NZ's Rhythm and Vines Festival is tackling ticket scammers and scalpers through a new partnership with online resale community Tixel.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 13, 2018
MusicNSW’s new funding round for all-ages music events is now open

MusicNSW’s new funding round for all-ages music events is now open

The Indent Event Development Grants Program has two levels of funding, which are designed to give young people the chance to put on their own gigs.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
MusicNSW’s new funding round for all-ages music events is now open

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MusicNSW’s new funding round for all-ages music events is now open

The Indent Event Development Grants Program has two levels of funding, which are designed to give young people the chance to put on their own gigs.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
It's not the end of days, but be prepared for life after Facebook and Snapchat

It's not the end of days, but be prepared for life after Facebook and Snapchat

The hottest brands in the online world can go ice-cold in the press of a button. Artists should plan for a life after Facebook and Snapchat

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
It's not the end of days, but be prepared for life after Facebook and Snapchat

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It's not the end of days, but be prepared for life after Facebook and Snapchat

The hottest brands in the online world can go ice-cold in the press of a button. Artists should plan for a life after Facebook and Snapchat

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
APRA's SongHub Sphere addresses gender inequality in the music biz

APRA's SongHub Sphere addresses gender inequality in the music biz

Progress had been made in terms of gender inequality but there was still room for improvement, attendees heard at SongHubs Sphere, the first NZ event staged by APRA AMCOS solely for women.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
APRA's SongHub Sphere addresses gender inequality in the music biz

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APRA's SongHub Sphere addresses gender inequality in the music biz

Progress had been made in terms of gender inequality but there was still room for improvement, attendees heard at SongHubs Sphere, the first NZ event staged by APRA AMCOS solely for women.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 10, 2018
BIGSOUND unveils full program with last-minute artist additions

BIGSOUND unveils full program with last-minute artist additions

The final 2018 BIGSOUND programme is out now.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
BIGSOUND unveils full program with last-minute artist additions

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BIGSOUND unveils full program with last-minute artist additions

The final 2018 BIGSOUND programme is out now.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
Mac DeMarco launches Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline

Mac DeMarco launches Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline

Canadian indie-rock fave Mac DeMarco has launched Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline globally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
Mac DeMarco launches Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline

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Mac DeMarco launches Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline

Canadian indie-rock fave Mac DeMarco has launched Mac’s Record Label, distributed by Caroline globally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
NZ's Going Global summit boasts bumper international line-up

NZ's Going Global summit boasts bumper international line-up

The Going Global 2018 speaker line-up includes Chapter Music co-founder Ben O’Connor, BIGSOUND's Maggie Collins, Seventh Street Media's Poppy Reid and Unknown Mortal Orchestra's Ruban Nielson.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
NZ's Going Global summit boasts bumper international line-up

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NZ's Going Global summit boasts bumper international line-up

The Going Global 2018 speaker line-up includes Chapter Music co-founder Ben O’Connor, BIGSOUND's Maggie Collins, Seventh Street Media's Poppy Reid and Unknown Mortal Orchestra's Ruban Nielson.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
UNDR Ctrl launches management division, signs Bag Raiders as first client

UNDR Ctrl launches management division, signs Bag Raiders as first client

UNDR Ctrl has entered into management and unveiled its first signing, Aussie electronic duo Bag Raiders.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
UNDR Ctrl launches management division, signs Bag Raiders as first client

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UNDR Ctrl launches management division, signs Bag Raiders as first client

UNDR Ctrl has entered into management and unveiled its first signing, Aussie electronic duo Bag Raiders.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 9, 2018
Stephen Cummings reunites with Michael Gudinski through Bloodlines deal

Stephen Cummings reunites with Michael Gudinski through Bloodlines deal

Stephen Cummings is coming home to Michael Gudinski's Mushroom Group, by signing with Bloodlines.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
Stephen Cummings reunites with Michael Gudinski through Bloodlines deal

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Stephen Cummings reunites with Michael Gudinski through Bloodlines deal

Stephen Cummings is coming home to Michael Gudinski's Mushroom Group, by signing with Bloodlines.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
Musicians only made 12% of $43 billion earned by the industry last year: Report

Musicians only made 12% of $43 billion earned by the industry last year: Report

Musicians are still near the back of the queue when it comes to earning money for their work, according to a new report from Citibank

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
Musicians only made 12% of $43 billion earned by the industry last year: Report

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Musicians only made 12% of $43 billion earned by the industry last year: Report

Musicians are still near the back of the queue when it comes to earning money for their work, according to a new report from Citibank

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
Warner Music Group sells its entire stake in Spotify, will pay out to artists

Warner Music Group sells its entire stake in Spotify, will pay out to artists

WMG CEO Stephen Cooper confirmed the company had sold its remaining shares in Spotify for $US504 million..

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
Warner Music Group sells its entire stake in Spotify, will pay out to artists

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Warner Music Group sells its entire stake in Spotify, will pay out to artists

WMG CEO Stephen Cooper confirmed the company had sold its remaining shares in Spotify for $US504 million..

By Lars Brandle - Aug 8, 2018
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