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Island Records Shines Spotlight on ANZ Talent With Inaugural ‘NOW & NEXT’ Showcase
The showcase “was born to support our current and emerging to showcase new music to influential industry and enthusiastic fans.”

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Island Records Shines Spotlight on ANZ Talent With Inaugural ‘NOW & NEXT’ Showcase
The showcase “was born to support our current and emerging to showcase new music to influential industry and enthusiastic fans.”

Miss Kaninna Creates History at 2024 ARIA Awards
“Blak Britney” has “changed my life so much over the past year,” Kaninna says, “and I’m so grateful for all the love and support.”

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Miss Kaninna Creates History at 2024 ARIA Awards
“Blak Britney” has “changed my life so much over the past year,” Kaninna says, “and I’m so grateful for all the love and support.”

It’s a Hit: ABC’s ‘Countdown 50’ Special
The "Countdown" special raked in a total national TV reach of 1.401 million, good enough for fourth place on the night, according to OzTam.

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It’s a Hit: ABC’s ‘Countdown 50’ Special
The "Countdown" special raked in a total national TV reach of 1.401 million, good enough for fourth place on the night, according to OzTam.

U.K. Government Calls For Voluntary Levy on Stadium, Arena Shows. Is Australia Next?
Grassroots concert spaces across the U.K. should get a helping hand by way of a voluntary levy applied to tickets for the biggest shows.

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U.K. Government Calls For Voluntary Levy on Stadium, Arena Shows. Is Australia Next?
Grassroots concert spaces across the U.K. should get a helping hand by way of a voluntary levy applied to tickets for the biggest shows.

Spotify Names Fazerdaze, Young Franco as Next RADAR Artists (EXCLUSIVE)
Spotify taps Fazerdaze and Young Franco as the next two participants for its RADAR program for emerging artists.

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Spotify Names Fazerdaze, Young Franco as Next RADAR Artists (EXCLUSIVE)
Spotify taps Fazerdaze and Young Franco as the next two participants for its RADAR program for emerging artists.

Following Australian Tour, Coldplay's 'Moon Moon' Lifts to No. 1
After their eight-date national stadium tour, Coldplay nabs an eighth No. 1 on the ARIA Chart with "Moon Music."

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Following Australian Tour, Coldplay's 'Moon Moon' Lifts to No. 1
After their eight-date national stadium tour, Coldplay nabs an eighth No. 1 on the ARIA Chart with "Moon Music."

How to Watch ‘Countdown 50’ Special
Variety AU/NZ caught up with Cathie Scott, executive producer on “Countdown 50 Years On,” for a glimpse into the future past.

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How to Watch ‘Countdown 50’ Special
Variety AU/NZ caught up with Cathie Scott, executive producer on “Countdown 50 Years On,” for a glimpse into the future past.

Peter Hebbes, Veteran Music Publisher, Announces Retirement
Peter Hebbes, an award-winning music publisher, label executive and artist manager for over 50 years, is set to retire from the industry.

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Peter Hebbes, Veteran Music Publisher, Announces Retirement
Peter Hebbes, an award-winning music publisher, label executive and artist manager for over 50 years, is set to retire from the industry.

Australia Music Prize 2024 Shortlist Revealed
The winner will be announced December 4th, 2024 at the SoundMerch AMP event to be held at APRA AMCOS offices in Sydney.

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Australia Music Prize 2024 Shortlist Revealed
The winner will be announced December 4th, 2024 at the SoundMerch AMP event to be held at APRA AMCOS offices in Sydney.

Nick Cave, Troye Sivan, Tame Impala up For Grammy Awards
The shortlist for the 67th Grammys was published on the weekend, and features a wealth of songwriters and composers from these parts.

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Nick Cave, Troye Sivan, Tame Impala up For Grammy Awards
The shortlist for the 67th Grammys was published on the weekend, and features a wealth of songwriters and composers from these parts.

Michael Parisi Joins Ownership Team For acta
The platform has raised $1.5 million from “key industry figureheads,” reps say, and is deep in a equity crowdfunding round.

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Michael Parisi Joins Ownership Team For acta
The platform has raised $1.5 million from “key industry figureheads,” reps say, and is deep in a equity crowdfunding round.

Voice of Baceprot, DEVAURA Scoop 2024 Justin Cosby Music Prize
Voice of Baceprot and DEVAURA are winners of the Justin Cosby Music Prize, awarded following their performances at SXSW Sydney 2024.

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Voice of Baceprot, DEVAURA Scoop 2024 Justin Cosby Music Prize
Voice of Baceprot and DEVAURA are winners of the Justin Cosby Music Prize, awarded following their performances at SXSW Sydney 2024.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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