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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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Triple J taps the next generation with Unearthed High class for 2018

Triple J taps the next generation with Unearthed High class for 2018

Triple J revealed its Unearthed High “Class of 2018,” with five acts being hand-selected as finalists from more than 1,000 submissions.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
Triple J taps the next generation with Unearthed High class for 2018

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Triple J taps the next generation with Unearthed High class for 2018

Triple J revealed its Unearthed High “Class of 2018,” with five acts being hand-selected as finalists from more than 1,000 submissions.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
ArowAgency partners with Songtrust, signs No Frills Twins and Lupa J for management: Exclusive

ArowAgency partners with Songtrust, signs No Frills Twins and Lupa J for management: Exclusive

ArowAgency has fired off a new deal with Songtrust, which allows its artists, writers and producers to collect from PROs globally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
ArowAgency partners with Songtrust, signs No Frills Twins and Lupa J for management: Exclusive

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ArowAgency partners with Songtrust, signs No Frills Twins and Lupa J for management: Exclusive

ArowAgency has fired off a new deal with Songtrust, which allows its artists, writers and producers to collect from PROs globally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
NZ charts evolve, heat up with weekly 'Hot' singles tallies

NZ charts evolve, heat up with weekly 'Hot' singles tallies

Two new NZ  "hot" singles charts are bringing fresh and dynamism to the top 40 on the other side of the Tasman.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
NZ charts evolve, heat up with weekly 'Hot' singles tallies

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NZ charts evolve, heat up with weekly 'Hot' singles tallies

Two new NZ  "hot" singles charts are bringing fresh and dynamism to the top 40 on the other side of the Tasman.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 7, 2018
Pink puts Australian tabloids on blast as Sydney concerts scrapped due to illness

Pink puts Australian tabloids on blast as Sydney concerts scrapped due to illness

Pink hits back at "snarky" Australian tabloids and "parasite paparazzi."

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
Pink puts Australian tabloids on blast as Sydney concerts scrapped due to illness

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Pink puts Australian tabloids on blast as Sydney concerts scrapped due to illness

Pink hits back at "snarky" Australian tabloids and "parasite paparazzi."

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
Bruno Mars breaks stadium record set by U2 and Michael Jackson

Bruno Mars breaks stadium record set by U2 and Michael Jackson

Bruno Mars' three-night stadium stand in Hawaii tops the record set by U2 and Michael Jackson.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
Bruno Mars breaks stadium record set by U2 and Michael Jackson

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Bruno Mars breaks stadium record set by U2 and Michael Jackson

Bruno Mars' three-night stadium stand in Hawaii tops the record set by U2 and Michael Jackson.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
Flying Nun Records is prepared for lift off in Australia

Flying Nun Records is prepared for lift off in Australia

Flying Nun Records, the iconic NZ indie label, is ready to raise its game in the Australian market.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
Flying Nun Records is prepared for lift off in Australia

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Flying Nun Records is prepared for lift off in Australia

Flying Nun Records, the iconic NZ indie label, is ready to raise its game in the Australian market.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 6, 2018
CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

Rising Aussie singer and songwriter CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

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CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency: Exclusive

Rising Aussie singer and songwriter CXLOE signs with Niche Talent Agency.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
After the earthquakes, NZ's Sitting Room studio is standing tall

After the earthquakes, NZ's Sitting Room studio is standing tall

Ben Edwards, the producer and owner of Sitting Room studio, has played a key role in the careers of Marlon Williams, Nadia Reid, Aldous Harding and more.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
After the earthquakes, NZ's Sitting Room studio is standing tall

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After the earthquakes, NZ's Sitting Room studio is standing tall

Ben Edwards, the producer and owner of Sitting Room studio, has played a key role in the careers of Marlon Williams, Nadia Reid, Aldous Harding and more.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
Tropical Fuck Storm signs with U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings

Tropical Fuck Storm signs with U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings

U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings will release Tropical Fuck Storm's debut album.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
Tropical Fuck Storm signs with U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings

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Tropical Fuck Storm signs with U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings

U.S. label Joyful Noise Recordings will release Tropical Fuck Storm's debut album.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 3, 2018
E^ST has joined the Fueled By Ramen family

E^ST has joined the Fueled By Ramen family

E^ST joins the Fueled By Ramen family, which includes Panic! At the Disco, Paramore, All Time Low and Twenty One Pilots.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
E^ST has joined the Fueled By Ramen family

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E^ST has joined the Fueled By Ramen family

E^ST joins the Fueled By Ramen family, which includes Panic! At the Disco, Paramore, All Time Low and Twenty One Pilots.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
Talking about a streaming revolution: NZ On Air report explores the age of Spotify

Talking about a streaming revolution: NZ On Air report explores the age of Spotify

A new study shows that some old school media platforms across the Tasman are holding up reasonably well in spite of the streaming revolution.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
Talking about a streaming revolution: NZ On Air report explores the age of Spotify

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Talking about a streaming revolution: NZ On Air report explores the age of Spotify

A new study shows that some old school media platforms across the Tasman are holding up reasonably well in spite of the streaming revolution.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
Apple Music claims ‘leadership’ position in North America, races to ‘well over’ 50 million subscribers

Apple Music claims ‘leadership’ position in North America, races to ‘well over’ 50 million subscribers

Apple Music is finding its feet, and apparently winning the streaming race in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
Apple Music claims ‘leadership’ position in North America, races to ‘well over’ 50 million subscribers

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Apple Music claims ‘leadership’ position in North America, races to ‘well over’ 50 million subscribers

Apple Music is finding its feet, and apparently winning the streaming race in the U.S.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 2, 2018
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