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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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Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson Signs JV Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music, UK's Bucks

Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson Signs JV Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music, UK's Bucks

Oscar Dawson, one half of Holy Holy, signs a joint venture publishing deal with Mushroom Music and the UK’s Bucks Music Group.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson Signs JV Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music, UK's Bucks

New Signings

Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson Signs JV Publishing Deal With Mushroom Music, UK's Bucks

Oscar Dawson, one half of Holy Holy, signs a joint venture publishing deal with Mushroom Music and the UK’s Bucks Music Group.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
‘Hottest 100 of Australian Songs’ Powers Re-Entries on ARIA Chart

‘Hottest 100 of Australian Songs’ Powers Re-Entries on ARIA Chart

The ARIA Singles Chart is notable for the re-entry of multiple classic songs which had dropped into triple j’s countdown.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
‘Hottest 100 of Australian Songs’ Powers Re-Entries on ARIA Chart

Chart Analysis

‘Hottest 100 of Australian Songs’ Powers Re-Entries on ARIA Chart

The ARIA Singles Chart is notable for the re-entry of multiple classic songs which had dropped into triple j’s countdown.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Oasis Live '25 Live: Man Dies After Fall at Wembley Stadium

Oasis Live '25 Live: Man Dies After Fall at Wembley Stadium

“Oasis would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the person involved,” a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Oasis Live '25 Live: Man Dies After Fall at Wembley Stadium

News

Oasis Live '25 Live: Man Dies After Fall at Wembley Stadium

“Oasis would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the person involved,” a statement reads.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Warner Music Australia Responds to Jessica Mauboy Exit

Warner Music Australia Responds to Jessica Mauboy Exit

There are no hard feelings after Jessica Mauboy stepped away from Warner Music Australia after just one album release.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Warner Music Australia Responds to Jessica Mauboy Exit

News

Warner Music Australia Responds to Jessica Mauboy Exit

There are no hard feelings after Jessica Mauboy stepped away from Warner Music Australia after just one album release.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Hoodoo Gurus Join One Louder (EXCLUSIVE)

Hoodoo Gurus Join One Louder (EXCLUSIVE)

The ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted rockers will be managed by Bill Cullen’s Sydney-based One Louder Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Hoodoo Gurus Join One Louder (EXCLUSIVE)

News

Hoodoo Gurus Join One Louder (EXCLUSIVE)

The ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted rockers will be managed by Bill Cullen’s Sydney-based One Louder Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 4, 2025
Jessica Mauboy Splits With Warner Music, Launches Indie Label

Jessica Mauboy Splits With Warner Music, Launches Indie Label

For the first time in her recording career, Jessica Mauboy is an independent artist. The pop star launches her own label Jamally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
Jessica Mauboy Splits With Warner Music, Launches Indie Label

News

Jessica Mauboy Splits With Warner Music, Launches Indie Label

For the first time in her recording career, Jessica Mauboy is an independent artist. The pop star launches her own label Jamally.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
‘We Can't Be Complicit In Death Technologies’: David Bridie Pulls His Music From Spotify

‘We Can't Be Complicit In Death Technologies’: David Bridie Pulls His Music From Spotify

David Bridie joins the growing number of recording artists to pull his works on Spotify, and he delivered a serious slapdown on the way out. 

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
‘We Can't Be Complicit In Death Technologies’: David Bridie Pulls His Music From Spotify

News

‘We Can't Be Complicit In Death Technologies’: David Bridie Pulls His Music From Spotify

David Bridie joins the growing number of recording artists to pull his works on Spotify, and he delivered a serious slapdown on the way out. 

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
Amyl And The Sniffers, Alice Ivy Win Big at 2025 AIR Awards

Amyl And The Sniffers, Alice Ivy Win Big at 2025 AIR Awards

With three trophies each Amyl And The Sniffers and Alice Ivy were the big winners at the 2025 AIR Awards, presented at the Adelaide Town Hall.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
Amyl And The Sniffers, Alice Ivy Win Big at 2025 AIR Awards

News

Amyl And The Sniffers, Alice Ivy Win Big at 2025 AIR Awards

With three trophies each Amyl And The Sniffers and Alice Ivy were the big winners at the 2025 AIR Awards, presented at the Adelaide Town Hall.

By Lars Brandle - Aug 1, 2025
Ticketmaster Australia, Untitled Group Strike Multi-Year Deal

Ticketmaster Australia, Untitled Group Strike Multi-Year Deal

Through the arrangement, Moshtix, a Ticketmaster company, will handle ticketing responsibilities for select Untitled Group events.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
Ticketmaster Australia, Untitled Group Strike Multi-Year Deal

Festivals & Venues

Ticketmaster Australia, Untitled Group Strike Multi-Year Deal

Through the arrangement, Moshtix, a Ticketmaster company, will handle ticketing responsibilities for select Untitled Group events.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
Nick Cave Awarded Prestigious French Cultural Honour

Nick Cave Awarded Prestigious French Cultural Honour

Cave was named a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters, a prestigious accolade recognising great contributions to French culture.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
Nick Cave Awarded Prestigious French Cultural Honour

News

Nick Cave Awarded Prestigious French Cultural Honour

Cave was named a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters, a prestigious accolade recognising great contributions to French culture.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
'The Syncs Were Jumping Off the Page': How Creative Placements Fuelled the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

'The Syncs Were Jumping Off the Page': How Creative Placements Fuelled the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

“Never Tear Us Apart” is “a perfect example” of the power of sync, and its impact on the Hottest 100, experts say. TMN breaks it all down.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
'The Syncs Were Jumping Off the Page': How Creative Placements Fuelled the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

News

'The Syncs Were Jumping Off the Page': How Creative Placements Fuelled the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

“Never Tear Us Apart” is “a perfect example” of the power of sync, and its impact on the Hottest 100, experts say. TMN breaks it all down.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 30, 2025
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