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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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Triple J’s Hottest 100 of Australian Songs: By The Numbers

Triple J’s Hottest 100 of Australian Songs: By The Numbers

Bernard Fanning can boast entry to the winners’ circle with had the greatest number of entries (four) including songs with Powderfinger.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2025
Triple J’s Hottest 100 of Australian Songs: By The Numbers

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Triple J’s Hottest 100 of Australian Songs: By The Numbers

Bernard Fanning can boast entry to the winners’ circle with had the greatest number of entries (four) including songs with Powderfinger.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2025
Ed Sheeran Expands 2026 Stadium Tour

Ed Sheeran Expands 2026 Stadium Tour

Promoters Frontier Touring and MG Live confirm new stadium shows for Perth, Sydney, Melboune and Brisbane, "due to overwhelming demand."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2025
Ed Sheeran Expands 2026 Stadium Tour

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Ed Sheeran Expands 2026 Stadium Tour

Promoters Frontier Touring and MG Live confirm new stadium shows for Perth, Sydney, Melboune and Brisbane, "due to overwhelming demand."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 28, 2025
Justin Bieber Ends Alex Warren’s ARIA Chart Streak

Justin Bieber Ends Alex Warren’s ARIA Chart Streak

It’s the end of a 17-week run for Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” (Atlantic/Warner), the longest by a solo international artist.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
Justin Bieber Ends Alex Warren’s ARIA Chart Streak

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Justin Bieber Ends Alex Warren’s ARIA Chart Streak

It’s the end of a 17-week run for Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” (Atlantic/Warner), the longest by a solo international artist.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
Harvey Lister Inducted Into Queensland Business Leaders Hall Of Fame

Harvey Lister Inducted Into Queensland Business Leaders Hall Of Fame

Lister was on hand for the induction ceremony Thursday night at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, a venue managed by ASM Global.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
Harvey Lister Inducted Into Queensland Business Leaders Hall Of Fame

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Harvey Lister Inducted Into Queensland Business Leaders Hall Of Fame

Lister was on hand for the induction ceremony Thursday night at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, a venue managed by ASM Global.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
‘I Can't Wait Until It's Over’: Guy Sebastian Looks Past 'Horrendous' Court Case to New Album Release

‘I Can't Wait Until It's Over’: Guy Sebastian Looks Past 'Horrendous' Court Case to New Album Release

“I just want it to be over. I'm sure it will be at some stage, but it's an important thing," he says of the trial. "It's awful."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
‘I Can't Wait Until It's Over’: Guy Sebastian Looks Past 'Horrendous' Court Case to New Album Release

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‘I Can't Wait Until It's Over’: Guy Sebastian Looks Past 'Horrendous' Court Case to New Album Release

“I just want it to be over. I'm sure it will be at some stage, but it's an important thing," he says of the trial. "It's awful."

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
Tame Impala Signs Label Deal With Columbia Records

Tame Impala Signs Label Deal With Columbia Records

Kevin Parker’s Tame Impala today drops the electronic rock banger 'End of Summer', his first through a new contact with Sony Music Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
Tame Impala Signs Label Deal With Columbia Records

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Tame Impala Signs Label Deal With Columbia Records

Kevin Parker’s Tame Impala today drops the electronic rock banger 'End of Summer', his first through a new contact with Sony Music Entertainment.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 25, 2025
NSW Gov’t Announces ‘Biggest Ever’ Package of Grants for Musicians

NSW Gov’t Announces ‘Biggest Ever’ Package of Grants for Musicians

Sound NSW’s latest batch of grants total $9.3 million in funding for local musicians, representing the “biggest ever” package of its kind.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
NSW Gov’t Announces ‘Biggest Ever’ Package of Grants for Musicians

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NSW Gov’t Announces ‘Biggest Ever’ Package of Grants for Musicians

Sound NSW’s latest batch of grants total $9.3 million in funding for local musicians, representing the “biggest ever” package of its kind.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Hugh Jackman to Host 2025 Global Citizen Festival

Hugh Jackman to Host 2025 Global Citizen Festival

The all-day concert will feature performances by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist, and more yet to be unveiled in the weeks ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Hugh Jackman to Host 2025 Global Citizen Festival

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Hugh Jackman to Host 2025 Global Citizen Festival

The all-day concert will feature performances by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist, and more yet to be unveiled in the weeks ahead.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Concord Music ANZ Signs First Southeast Asia Publishing Deal

Concord Music ANZ Signs First Southeast Asia Publishing Deal

WIM strikes a global publishing agreement with Concord, marking the music company’s first-ever signing in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Concord Music ANZ Signs First Southeast Asia Publishing Deal

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Concord Music ANZ Signs First Southeast Asia Publishing Deal

WIM strikes a global publishing agreement with Concord, marking the music company’s first-ever signing in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Alexa Leary Dives Into House Music with etcetc Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

Alexa Leary Dives Into House Music with etcetc Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

To celebrate the new deal, exclusively announced by TMN, Leary (as Lex Leary) drops “Closer,” a vocal-led tech house cut featuring XIRA.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Alexa Leary Dives Into House Music with etcetc Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

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Alexa Leary Dives Into House Music with etcetc Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

To celebrate the new deal, exclusively announced by TMN, Leary (as Lex Leary) drops “Closer,” a vocal-led tech house cut featuring XIRA.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 24, 2025
Good Intent’s ‘Greater Good’ Grant Is Back (EXCLUSIVE)

Good Intent’s ‘Greater Good’ Grant Is Back (EXCLUSIVE)

The recipient will receive in-kind services and a cash grant totalling over $30,000, according to Good Intent.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 23, 2025
Good Intent’s ‘Greater Good’ Grant Is Back (EXCLUSIVE)

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Good Intent’s ‘Greater Good’ Grant Is Back (EXCLUSIVE)

The recipient will receive in-kind services and a cash grant totalling over $30,000, according to Good Intent.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 23, 2025
BIGSOUND 2025 Program Is Here

BIGSOUND 2025 Program Is Here

Bigsound will stretch across 130 bands, 100 industry speakers, 70 conference sessions and workshops, 18 stages in the Fortitude Valley.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 23, 2025
BIGSOUND 2025 Program Is Here

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BIGSOUND 2025 Program Is Here

Bigsound will stretch across 130 bands, 100 industry speakers, 70 conference sessions and workshops, 18 stages in the Fortitude Valley.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 23, 2025
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