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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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Lithe Leads Spotify’s Australian Charge In First Half

Lithe Leads Spotify’s Australian Charge In First Half

The Australian Music Global Impact List ranks the top 30 tracks from Aussie artists outside of Australia, for tracks released in H1.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2024
Lithe Leads Spotify’s Australian Charge In First Half

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Lithe Leads Spotify’s Australian Charge In First Half

The Australian Music Global Impact List ranks the top 30 tracks from Aussie artists outside of Australia, for tracks released in H1.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 21, 2024
SXSW Sydney: WME's Lucy Dickins, Frontier Touring's Susan Heymann Added to Line-Up

SXSW Sydney: WME's Lucy Dickins, Frontier Touring's Susan Heymann Added to Line-Up

The program for SXSW Sydney 2024 continues to grow, with Lucy Dickins, Susan Heymann and Will Page added to the speakers lineup.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 18, 2024
SXSW Sydney: WME's Lucy Dickins, Frontier Touring's Susan Heymann Added to Line-Up

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SXSW Sydney: WME's Lucy Dickins, Frontier Touring's Susan Heymann Added to Line-Up

The program for SXSW Sydney 2024 continues to grow, with Lucy Dickins, Susan Heymann and Will Page added to the speakers lineup.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 18, 2024
QMusic Unveils New Leadership

QMusic Unveils New Leadership

Vivienne Mellish is the new president of QMusic, with John “JC” Collins confirmed as vice president, The Music Network can reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 18, 2024
QMusic Unveils New Leadership

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QMusic Unveils New Leadership

Vivienne Mellish is the new president of QMusic, with John “JC” Collins confirmed as vice president, The Music Network can reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 18, 2024
Bad Joke: Tenacious D Cancels Tour, Agent Splits After Trump Comment

Bad Joke: Tenacious D Cancels Tour, Agent Splits After Trump Comment

After an ill-advised joke, the duo’s "Spicy Meatball" tour of Australia and New Zealand was abruptly cancelled, and Gass' agent walked.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 17, 2024
Bad Joke: Tenacious D Cancels Tour, Agent Splits After Trump Comment

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Bad Joke: Tenacious D Cancels Tour, Agent Splits After Trump Comment

After an ill-advised joke, the duo’s "Spicy Meatball" tour of Australia and New Zealand was abruptly cancelled, and Gass' agent walked.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 17, 2024
MusicNSW Expands, Taps Ricky Simandjuntak as Program Manager

MusicNSW Expands, Taps Ricky Simandjuntak as Program Manager

The ex-OneFour manager leads the development of the MusicNSW's programs and resources, and oversees a new team of coordinators.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 17, 2024
MusicNSW Expands, Taps Ricky Simandjuntak as Program Manager

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MusicNSW Expands, Taps Ricky Simandjuntak as Program Manager

The ex-OneFour manager leads the development of the MusicNSW's programs and resources, and oversees a new team of coordinators.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 17, 2024
Kylie Minogue Teases Australia Tour

Kylie Minogue Teases Australia Tour

The as-yet-unconfirmed trek would be Minogue's first Australian run in five years; her last was the jaunt in support of "Golden" in 2019.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 16, 2024
Kylie Minogue Teases Australia Tour

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Kylie Minogue Teases Australia Tour

The as-yet-unconfirmed trek would be Minogue's first Australian run in five years; her last was the jaunt in support of "Golden" in 2019.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 16, 2024
Universal Music Australia Launches Indigenous Music Label Irruk Birruk

Universal Music Australia Launches Indigenous Music Label Irruk Birruk

The new venture launches with a “mission to amplify the voices of indigenous artists and celebrate their rich cultural heritage.”

By Lars Brandle - Jul 16, 2024
Universal Music Australia Launches Indigenous Music Label Irruk Birruk

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Universal Music Australia Launches Indigenous Music Label Irruk Birruk

The new venture launches with a “mission to amplify the voices of indigenous artists and celebrate their rich cultural heritage.”

By Lars Brandle - Jul 16, 2024
Delivery Signs Worldwide Deal With Heavenly Recordings (EXCLUSIVE)

Delivery Signs Worldwide Deal With Heavenly Recordings (EXCLUSIVE)

Heavenly Recordings, the venerated U.K. indie label, signs Delivery to a worldwide deal, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2024
Delivery Signs Worldwide Deal With Heavenly Recordings (EXCLUSIVE)

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Delivery Signs Worldwide Deal With Heavenly Recordings (EXCLUSIVE)

Heavenly Recordings, the venerated U.K. indie label, signs Delivery to a worldwide deal, The Music Network can exclusively reveal.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 11, 2024
‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

NSW's premier has issued a veiled threat to ban music fests on Anzac Day, part of a crackdown of retail trading on this “solemn” occasion.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

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‘A Complete Overreach’: Festivals Blast NSW Government's Proposed Anzac Day Ban

NSW's premier has issued a veiled threat to ban music fests on Anzac Day, part of a crackdown of retail trading on this “solemn” occasion.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
Mushroom Group Adds Talent Management, Commercial Partnerships Agency

Mushroom Group Adds Talent Management, Commercial Partnerships Agency

The team’s portfolio includes partnerships with Disney, Google, Netflix, Maybelline, Kathmandu, Paramount, Amazon and McDonalds.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
Mushroom Group Adds Talent Management, Commercial Partnerships Agency

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Mushroom Group Adds Talent Management, Commercial Partnerships Agency

The team’s portfolio includes partnerships with Disney, Google, Netflix, Maybelline, Kathmandu, Paramount, Amazon and McDonalds.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 10, 2024
SXSW Sydney 2024 Unveils First Keynote Speakers

SXSW Sydney 2024 Unveils First Keynote Speakers

Celebrating the best in music, games, film, ideas, technology, and innovating, SXSW Sydney 2024 will take place Oct. 14-20.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2024
SXSW Sydney 2024 Unveils First Keynote Speakers

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SXSW Sydney 2024 Unveils First Keynote Speakers

Celebrating the best in music, games, film, ideas, technology, and innovating, SXSW Sydney 2024 will take place Oct. 14-20.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 9, 2024
Mediaweek Publisher Steps Aside Following Allegations of Inappropriate Behaviour

Mediaweek Publisher Steps Aside Following Allegations of Inappropriate Behaviour

"In light of recent coverage," reads a statement, "Trent Thomas, managing director and publisher has elected to step back from his role."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 8, 2024
Mediaweek Publisher Steps Aside Following Allegations of Inappropriate Behaviour

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Mediaweek Publisher Steps Aside Following Allegations of Inappropriate Behaviour

"In light of recent coverage," reads a statement, "Trent Thomas, managing director and publisher has elected to step back from his role."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 8, 2024
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