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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.

Latest stories

Brisbane City Council Revokes QMAs Funding Following Controversial Speech

Brisbane City Council Revokes QMAs Funding Following Controversial Speech

"We are deeply saddened by Brisbane City Council’s decision to revoke funding," reads a statement from QMusic.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Brisbane City Council Revokes QMAs Funding Following Controversial Speech

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Brisbane City Council Revokes QMAs Funding Following Controversial Speech

"We are deeply saddened by Brisbane City Council’s decision to revoke funding," reads a statement from QMusic.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Live Nation Revives Plans For a New Brisbane Arena

Live Nation Revives Plans For a New Brisbane Arena

Live Nation's "proposal offers a commercial model that significantly minimises government investment and eliminates taxpayer risk."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Live Nation Revives Plans For a New Brisbane Arena

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Live Nation Revives Plans For a New Brisbane Arena

Live Nation's "proposal offers a commercial model that significantly minimises government investment and eliminates taxpayer risk."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Palais Theatre Performance Halted Mid-Show as Audience Member Dies

Palais Theatre Performance Halted Mid-Show as Audience Member Dies

"We are deeply saddened about the passing of a patron at last night's show. Our thoughts are with their family during this difficult time."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Palais Theatre Performance Halted Mid-Show as Audience Member Dies

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Palais Theatre Performance Halted Mid-Show as Audience Member Dies

"We are deeply saddened about the passing of a patron at last night's show. Our thoughts are with their family during this difficult time."

By Lars Brandle - Mar 27, 2025
Billboard Magazine Salutes Australian Execs Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman

Billboard Magazine Salutes Australian Execs Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman

Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman fly the flag for Billboard’s Women In Music 2025, celebrating the industry's top female execs.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Billboard Magazine Salutes Australian Execs Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman

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Billboard Magazine Salutes Australian Execs Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman

Cindy James, Sulinna Ong and Rachel Newman fly the flag for Billboard’s Women In Music 2025, celebrating the industry's top female execs.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs Leah Flanagan

Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs Leah Flanagan

Perfect Pitch Publishing (PPP) strikes a licensing agreement to represent Leah Flanagan, the celebrated musician and arts administrator

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs Leah Flanagan

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Perfect Pitch Publishing Signs Leah Flanagan

Perfect Pitch Publishing (PPP) strikes a licensing agreement to represent Leah Flanagan, the celebrated musician and arts administrator

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Young Franco, Amy Shark, Troy Cassar-Daley Win Big at 2025 QMAs

Young Franco, Amy Shark, Troy Cassar-Daley Win Big at 2025 QMAs

Franco took out the export honour and “Wake Up” featuring Master Peace won for song of the year at the 2025 QMAs.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Young Franco, Amy Shark, Troy Cassar-Daley Win Big at 2025 QMAs

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Young Franco, Amy Shark, Troy Cassar-Daley Win Big at 2025 QMAs

Franco took out the export honour and “Wake Up” featuring Master Peace won for song of the year at the 2025 QMAs.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 26, 2025
Brisbane Live Arena Plans Are Shelved, Controversial Stadium Gets Thumbs Up

Brisbane Live Arena Plans Are Shelved, Controversial Stadium Gets Thumbs Up

Queensland's state government on Tuesday presentation the 100-day review into Olympics venues, infrastructure and transport.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
Brisbane Live Arena Plans Are Shelved, Controversial Stadium Gets Thumbs Up

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Brisbane Live Arena Plans Are Shelved, Controversial Stadium Gets Thumbs Up

Queensland's state government on Tuesday presentation the 100-day review into Olympics venues, infrastructure and transport.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
‘We Want It to Happen’: PM Anthony Albanese Weighs in on Brisbane Arena Situation

‘We Want It to Happen’: PM Anthony Albanese Weighs in on Brisbane Arena Situation

State premier David Crisafulli's cabinet signed off on the 2032 Olympics infrastructure strategy Monday, ahead of the public unveiling today.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
‘We Want It to Happen’: PM Anthony Albanese Weighs in on Brisbane Arena Situation

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‘We Want It to Happen’: PM Anthony Albanese Weighs in on Brisbane Arena Situation

State premier David Crisafulli's cabinet signed off on the 2032 Olympics infrastructure strategy Monday, ahead of the public unveiling today.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
Peter Jarmain to Lead Wasserman’s Live Division in Australia

Peter Jarmain to Lead Wasserman’s Live Division in Australia

As vice president, Jarmain will be expected to strengthen Wasserman’s presence in the region as the US business expands its activities.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
Peter Jarmain to Lead Wasserman’s Live Division in Australia

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Peter Jarmain to Lead Wasserman’s Live Division in Australia

As vice president, Jarmain will be expected to strengthen Wasserman’s presence in the region as the US business expands its activities.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 25, 2025
The Beths Sign to Concord Music Publishing ANZ

The Beths Sign to Concord Music Publishing ANZ

The Auckland band will be represented on a worldwide basis, through a new deal struck with Concord Music Publishing ANZ.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2025
The Beths Sign to Concord Music Publishing ANZ

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The Beths Sign to Concord Music Publishing ANZ

The Auckland band will be represented on a worldwide basis, through a new deal struck with Concord Music Publishing ANZ.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2025
Brisbane Live Arena Plans to Be Axed: Reports

Brisbane Live Arena Plans to Be Axed: Reports

According to reports published on the weekend, Queensland’s new Coalition government is set to ditch the arena,

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2025
Brisbane Live Arena Plans to Be Axed: Reports

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Brisbane Live Arena Plans to Be Axed: Reports

According to reports published on the weekend, Queensland’s new Coalition government is set to ditch the arena,

By Lars Brandle - Mar 24, 2025
Playboi Carti, Doechii Reign Over ARIA Charts

Playboi Carti, Doechii Reign Over ARIA Charts

Playboi Carti can afford to celebrate this weekend.  The artist opens at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart with "Music", his first leader.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 21, 2025
Playboi Carti, Doechii Reign Over ARIA Charts

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Playboi Carti, Doechii Reign Over ARIA Charts

Playboi Carti can afford to celebrate this weekend.  The artist opens at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart with "Music", his first leader.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 21, 2025
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