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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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Sarah McLeod Appointed Chair of Australian Women in Music

Sarah McLeod Appointed Chair of Australian Women in Music

The founding member, vocalist and guitarist with The Superjesus is named chair of Australian Women in Music (AWM).

By Lars Brandle - Apr 9, 2025
Sarah McLeod Appointed Chair of Australian Women in Music

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Sarah McLeod Appointed Chair of Australian Women in Music

The founding member, vocalist and guitarist with The Superjesus is named chair of Australian Women in Music (AWM).

By Lars Brandle - Apr 9, 2025
Dave Ruby Howe Has Moved on From Unearthed

Dave Ruby Howe Has Moved on From Unearthed

A triple j stalwart, Howe has overseen the programming of triple j Unearthed since its launch in 2011 as a digital radio station.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 7, 2025
Dave Ruby Howe Has Moved on From Unearthed

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Dave Ruby Howe Has Moved on From Unearthed

A triple j stalwart, Howe has overseen the programming of triple j Unearthed since its launch in 2011 as a digital radio station.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 7, 2025
Grentperez's ‘Backflips’ Lands Top 3 ARIA Chart Debut

Grentperez's ‘Backflips’ Lands Top 3 ARIA Chart Debut

Alex Warren and Ariana Grande lead the respective ARIA Charts, while Grentperez enjoys a top 3 debut on the national albums tally.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 6, 2025
Grentperez's ‘Backflips’ Lands Top 3 ARIA Chart Debut

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Grentperez's ‘Backflips’ Lands Top 3 ARIA Chart Debut

Alex Warren and Ariana Grande lead the respective ARIA Charts, while Grentperez enjoys a top 3 debut on the national albums tally.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 6, 2025
Music Industry, Politicians Meet at Queensland’s Parliament House for Pre-Olympics Health Check

Music Industry, Politicians Meet at Queensland’s Parliament House for Pre-Olympics Health Check

Launched in 2022, the Parliamentary Friends of the Music Industry is an exercise in music diplomacy, connecting politicians and industry pros.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 3, 2025
Music Industry, Politicians Meet at Queensland’s Parliament House for Pre-Olympics Health Check

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Music Industry, Politicians Meet at Queensland’s Parliament House for Pre-Olympics Health Check

Launched in 2022, the Parliamentary Friends of the Music Industry is an exercise in music diplomacy, connecting politicians and industry pros.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 3, 2025
Guy Sebastian Splits With Manager Jennifer Fontaine

Guy Sebastian Splits With Manager Jennifer Fontaine

From this month, Sebastian and Fontaine will be “embarking on new chapters”, explains a joint statement, seen by The Music Network.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2025
Guy Sebastian Splits With Manager Jennifer Fontaine

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Guy Sebastian Splits With Manager Jennifer Fontaine

From this month, Sebastian and Fontaine will be “embarking on new chapters”, explains a joint statement, seen by The Music Network.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2025
QMAs Storm: QMusic Admits ‘Our Response Has Not Met’ Members’ Expectations

QMAs Storm: QMusic Admits ‘Our Response Has Not Met’ Members’ Expectations

“We hear you,” reads QMusic’s latest message to its members, “and we are committed to acting with care and accountability”.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2025
QMAs Storm: QMusic Admits ‘Our Response Has Not Met’ Members’ Expectations

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QMAs Storm: QMusic Admits ‘Our Response Has Not Met’ Members’ Expectations

“We hear you,” reads QMusic’s latest message to its members, “and we are committed to acting with care and accountability”.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 2, 2025
2025 APRA Awards: Kevin Parker, Troye Sivan, Styalz Fuego Lead Nominations

2025 APRA Awards: Kevin Parker, Troye Sivan, Styalz Fuego Lead Nominations

With four nods, Styalz Fuego heads the pack leading into the 2024 APRA Music Awards, while Kevin Parker and Troye Sivan have three each.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2025
2025 APRA Awards: Kevin Parker, Troye Sivan, Styalz Fuego Lead Nominations

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2025 APRA Awards: Kevin Parker, Troye Sivan, Styalz Fuego Lead Nominations

With four nods, Styalz Fuego heads the pack leading into the 2024 APRA Music Awards, while Kevin Parker and Troye Sivan have three each.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2025
UNIFIED Artist Management Signs Pete Murray, Tim Hart of Boy & Bear

UNIFIED Artist Management Signs Pete Murray, Tim Hart of Boy & Bear

Pete Murray and Boy & Bear frontman Tim Hart lead a wave of recruits to the UNIFIED Artist Management roster.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2025
UNIFIED Artist Management Signs Pete Murray, Tim Hart of Boy & Bear

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UNIFIED Artist Management Signs Pete Murray, Tim Hart of Boy & Bear

Pete Murray and Boy & Bear frontman Tim Hart lead a wave of recruits to the UNIFIED Artist Management roster.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 1, 2025
MG Live Promotes Sam Rogers to Director of Touring (EXCLUSIVE)

MG Live Promotes Sam Rogers to Director of Touring (EXCLUSIVE)

Over the past year, the company delivered almost 200 shows across more than 50 tours, shifting upwards of 500,000 tickets.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
MG Live Promotes Sam Rogers to Director of Touring (EXCLUSIVE)

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MG Live Promotes Sam Rogers to Director of Touring (EXCLUSIVE)

Over the past year, the company delivered almost 200 shows across more than 50 tours, shifting upwards of 500,000 tickets.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
‘Attempted Silencing’: Petitions Gather Pace in Support of Controversial QMA Winner Kellee Green

‘Attempted Silencing’: Petitions Gather Pace in Support of Controversial QMA Winner Kellee Green

Kellee Green has been heavily criticised from some sides following her politicised comments last week at the 2025 Queensland Music Awards

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
‘Attempted Silencing’: Petitions Gather Pace in Support of Controversial QMA Winner Kellee Green

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‘Attempted Silencing’: Petitions Gather Pace in Support of Controversial QMA Winner Kellee Green

Kellee Green has been heavily criticised from some sides following her politicised comments last week at the 2025 Queensland Music Awards

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
Village Sounds Agents Evan Davis and Andy Gumley Launch Cornershop Agency (EXCLUSIVE)

Village Sounds Agents Evan Davis and Andy Gumley Launch Cornershop Agency (EXCLUSIVE)

Cornershop Agency is a fully independent agency operating separately from Live Nation, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
Village Sounds Agents Evan Davis and Andy Gumley Launch Cornershop Agency (EXCLUSIVE)

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Village Sounds Agents Evan Davis and Andy Gumley Launch Cornershop Agency (EXCLUSIVE)

Cornershop Agency is a fully independent agency operating separately from Live Nation, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 31, 2025
APRA AMCOS Comms Team Wins Award for AI and Music Campaign

APRA AMCOS Comms Team Wins Award for AI and Music Campaign

“To be recognised in this field is a huge credit to our team and partners," comments APRA AMCOS CEO, Dean Ormston.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 28, 2025
APRA AMCOS Comms Team Wins Award for AI and Music Campaign

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APRA AMCOS Comms Team Wins Award for AI and Music Campaign

“To be recognised in this field is a huge credit to our team and partners," comments APRA AMCOS CEO, Dean Ormston.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 28, 2025
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