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Warner Music Australia Signs James Johnston
To celebrate its latest signing, Warner Music Australia today releases James Johnston’s latest single, “Blame”.

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Warner Music Australia Signs James Johnston
To celebrate its latest signing, Warner Music Australia today releases James Johnston’s latest single, “Blame”.

Destroy All Lines Creates Country Division, Appoints Danny Keenan to Lead
The independent promoter and touring specialist expands with the launch of a country music division, led by promoter Danny Keenan.

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Destroy All Lines Creates Country Division, Appoints Danny Keenan to Lead
The independent promoter and touring specialist expands with the launch of a country music division, led by promoter Danny Keenan.

Bluesfest Is Now a Member of the Australian Festivals Association (EXCLUSIVE)
Bluesfest has joined the AFA’s membership, alongside Cedar Mill Events, CMC Rocks QLD, Good Things, Fuzzy Operations and many others.

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Bluesfest Is Now a Member of the Australian Festivals Association (EXCLUSIVE)
Bluesfest has joined the AFA’s membership, alongside Cedar Mill Events, CMC Rocks QLD, Good Things, Fuzzy Operations and many others.

Music Australia Unveils Label Support System
Grants valued at $10,000 to $150,000 are available to local independents through to affiliates of major labels.

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Music Australia Unveils Label Support System
Grants valued at $10,000 to $150,000 are available to local independents through to affiliates of major labels.

Cooking Vinyl Australia Rebrands as Civilians (EXCLUSIVE)
“It’s time for us to take on our own identity,” Leigh Gruppetta exclusively tells The Music Network, as the business rebrands as Civilians.

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Cooking Vinyl Australia Rebrands as Civilians (EXCLUSIVE)
“It’s time for us to take on our own identity,” Leigh Gruppetta exclusively tells The Music Network, as the business rebrands as Civilians.

Mark Moffatt Dies: Music Industry Mourns Award-Winning Producer, Guitarist
Moffatt produced more tracks in the APRA Top 30 Australian songs, published in 2001 to celebrate APRA's 75th anniversary, than any producer.

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Mark Moffatt Dies: Music Industry Mourns Award-Winning Producer, Guitarist
Moffatt produced more tracks in the APRA Top 30 Australian songs, published in 2001 to celebrate APRA's 75th anniversary, than any producer.

Nick Cave Lands Top U.K. Chart Debut With ‘Wild God'
"Wild God" opens at No. 5 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart -- the top debut of the week -- for Cave and Co.’s seventh U.K. top 10 album.

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Nick Cave Lands Top U.K. Chart Debut With ‘Wild God'
"Wild God" opens at No. 5 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart -- the top debut of the week -- for Cave and Co.’s seventh U.K. top 10 album.

ARIA Awards Will Create Separate Event to Induct ‘Larger Number’ of Acts Into Hall of Fame
The ARIA Hall of Fame will fling open its doors for a separate ceremony in 2026, ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd said during her BIGSOUND keynote.

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ARIA Awards Will Create Separate Event to Induct ‘Larger Number’ of Acts Into Hall of Fame
The ARIA Hall of Fame will fling open its doors for a separate ceremony in 2026, ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd said during her BIGSOUND keynote.

Asia Pop Represents a ‘Huge Untapped Market’ for ANZ: Live Nation Report
The ANZ audience size is blowing up, the fans are young and diverse, and trends emerging from Asia Pop are shaping society.

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Asia Pop Represents a ‘Huge Untapped Market’ for ANZ: Live Nation Report
The ANZ audience size is blowing up, the fans are young and diverse, and trends emerging from Asia Pop are shaping society.

'Be a Visionary. Be Brave:' Tones and I Delivers Inspirational Keynote at BIGSOUND 2024
"I planned this from the start and I work through every small step with attention," Tones & I said during her keynote speech at BIGSOUND 2024.

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'Be a Visionary. Be Brave:' Tones and I Delivers Inspirational Keynote at BIGSOUND 2024
"I planned this from the start and I work through every small step with attention," Tones & I said during her keynote speech at BIGSOUND 2024.

As Cost of Living Bites, Appetite For Concerts ‘Remains Strong’: Report
More than half of respondents (55%) say a ticket price that $5-$10 cheaper can often determine whether or not they make the purchase.

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As Cost of Living Bites, Appetite For Concerts ‘Remains Strong’: Report
More than half of respondents (55%) say a ticket price that $5-$10 cheaper can often determine whether or not they make the purchase.

Is the Oasis Comeback Coming to Perth? Here's Why It Makes Sense
The state government is reportedly “flush with money,” with $77.5 million set aside for major events in WA -- including, perhaps, Oasis.

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Is the Oasis Comeback Coming to Perth? Here's Why It Makes Sense
The state government is reportedly “flush with money,” with $77.5 million set aside for major events in WA -- including, perhaps, Oasis.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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