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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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With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

Announced Thursday afternoon, REL 2025 will now take place this Easter at Crystal Springs, a 3,500-acre property in Stonelands.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

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With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

Announced Thursday afternoon, REL 2025 will now take place this Easter at Crystal Springs, a 3,500-acre property in Stonelands.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
AMPAL Appoints Kylie Martin as Communications & Development Officer

AMPAL Appoints Kylie Martin as Communications & Development Officer

Martin, a veteran PR specialist, will drive AMPAL’s comms activities; website and social media management; event coordination and more.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
AMPAL Appoints Kylie Martin as Communications & Development Officer

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AMPAL Appoints Kylie Martin as Communications & Development Officer

Martin, a veteran PR specialist, will drive AMPAL’s comms activities; website and social media management; event coordination and more.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, SPEED & Glass Beams Nominated for 2025 Libera Awards

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, SPEED & Glass Beams Nominated for 2025 Libera Awards

The milestone ceremony will be hosted June 9 in New York, with MJ Lenderman, Waxahatchee, and Jessica Pratt among the nominees.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, SPEED & Glass Beams Nominated for 2025 Libera Awards

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Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, SPEED & Glass Beams Nominated for 2025 Libera Awards

The milestone ceremony will be hosted June 9 in New York, with MJ Lenderman, Waxahatchee, and Jessica Pratt among the nominees.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
IFPI Reports 10th Consecutive Year of Global Gains…Though Growth Rate Is Slowing

IFPI Reports 10th Consecutive Year of Global Gains…Though Growth Rate Is Slowing

IFPI’s "Global Music Report 2025" a picture of a healthy market that relies heavily on revenue from streaming models.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
IFPI Reports 10th Consecutive Year of Global Gains…Though Growth Rate Is Slowing

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IFPI Reports 10th Consecutive Year of Global Gains…Though Growth Rate Is Slowing

IFPI’s "Global Music Report 2025" a picture of a healthy market that relies heavily on revenue from streaming models.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
ARIA Reports Sixth Straight Year of Gains, Australia Outpaces Global Result

ARIA Reports Sixth Straight Year of Gains, Australia Outpaces Global Result

Australia's wholesale results topped $717 million in 2024, up 6.1% year-on-year. That’s against a global growth rate of 4.8%, reported by IFPI.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
ARIA Reports Sixth Straight Year of Gains, Australia Outpaces Global Result

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ARIA Reports Sixth Straight Year of Gains, Australia Outpaces Global Result

Australia's wholesale results topped $717 million in 2024, up 6.1% year-on-year. That’s against a global growth rate of 4.8%, reported by IFPI.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Leading the Aussie vanguard at Lollapalooza 2025 are ARIA Award winners Dom Dolla, Royel Otis and RÜFÜS DU SOL.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2025
Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

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Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Leading the Aussie vanguard at Lollapalooza 2025 are ARIA Award winners Dom Dolla, Royel Otis and RÜFÜS DU SOL.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2025
America’s A2IM Is Hyping AIR’s Inaugural Indie Week ‘Australian Edition’

America’s A2IM Is Hyping AIR’s Inaugural Indie Week ‘Australian Edition’

A2IM has briefed its 600-plus members on early-bird tickets for the first mission Down Under, hosted at the annual 2025 Indie-Con.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2025
America’s A2IM Is Hyping AIR’s Inaugural Indie Week ‘Australian Edition’

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America’s A2IM Is Hyping AIR’s Inaugural Indie Week ‘Australian Edition’

A2IM has briefed its 600-plus members on early-bird tickets for the first mission Down Under, hosted at the annual 2025 Indie-Con.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 18, 2025
UNIFIED Music Group Continues Passage to India With Mantra Roots

UNIFIED Music Group Continues Passage to India With Mantra Roots

UNIFIED Artist Management senior artist manager Caleb Williams will provide strategic direction on the collaboration

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2025
UNIFIED Music Group Continues Passage to India With Mantra Roots

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UNIFIED Music Group Continues Passage to India With Mantra Roots

UNIFIED Artist Management senior artist manager Caleb Williams will provide strategic direction on the collaboration

By Lars Brandle - Mar 16, 2025
2Day FM Relaunches With Youth-Leaning Format, Commits to a 'Big Spotlight on Domestic Artists'

2Day FM Relaunches With Youth-Leaning Format, Commits to a 'Big Spotlight on Domestic Artists'

1041 2Day FM relaunches today with a fresh mission to play more new music and to lift its game with Australian content.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 13, 2025
2Day FM Relaunches With Youth-Leaning Format, Commits to a 'Big Spotlight on Domestic Artists'

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2Day FM Relaunches With Youth-Leaning Format, Commits to a 'Big Spotlight on Domestic Artists'

1041 2Day FM relaunches today with a fresh mission to play more new music and to lift its game with Australian content.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 13, 2025
Australia’s Grassroots Venues Now Have a Peak Body, AMVF (EXCLUSIVE)

Australia’s Grassroots Venues Now Have a Peak Body, AMVF (EXCLUSIVE)

The Australian Music Venue Foundation (AMVF) launches today with a foundation board of familiar faces from across the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 13, 2025
Australia’s Grassroots Venues Now Have a Peak Body, AMVF (EXCLUSIVE)

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Australia’s Grassroots Venues Now Have a Peak Body, AMVF (EXCLUSIVE)

The Australian Music Venue Foundation (AMVF) launches today with a foundation board of familiar faces from across the music industry.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 13, 2025
Brad Banducci Is New CEO at TEG, Geoff Jones Transitions to Chairman

Brad Banducci Is New CEO at TEG, Geoff Jones Transitions to Chairman

Former Woolworths Group CEO Brad Banducci joins TEG as CEO, while Geoff Jones moves from the role to the chairmanship. 

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2025
Brad Banducci Is New CEO at TEG, Geoff Jones Transitions to Chairman

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Brad Banducci Is New CEO at TEG, Geoff Jones Transitions to Chairman

Former Woolworths Group CEO Brad Banducci joins TEG as CEO, while Geoff Jones moves from the role to the chairmanship. 

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2025
Thelma Plum, Beddy Rays Lead 2025 QMAs Nominations

Thelma Plum, Beddy Rays Lead 2025 QMAs Nominations

Produced by QMusic, the 2025 QMAs will be presented at The Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley on Tuesday, March 25th.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2025
Thelma Plum, Beddy Rays Lead 2025 QMAs Nominations

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Thelma Plum, Beddy Rays Lead 2025 QMAs Nominations

Produced by QMusic, the 2025 QMAs will be presented at The Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley on Tuesday, March 25th.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 12, 2025
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