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Finalists Revealed for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

Finalists Revealed for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) unveiled this year's finalists today (May 11th). 

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Finalists Revealed for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

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Finalists Revealed for 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards

The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) unveiled this year's finalists today (May 11th). 

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Britney Spears Discusses 'Spiritual Journey' Following DUI Arrest

Britney Spears Discusses 'Spiritual Journey' Following DUI Arrest

The pop legend commented on the incident in a social media post over the weekend, following a stint in rehab following her arrest. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Britney Spears Discusses 'Spiritual Journey' Following DUI Arrest

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Britney Spears Discusses 'Spiritual Journey' Following DUI Arrest

The pop legend commented on the incident in a social media post over the weekend, following a stint in rehab following her arrest. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over Unauthorised Image Use

Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over Unauthorised Image Use

The lawsuit comes after the electronics giant put Dua Lipa's image on television boxes without her permission.

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over Unauthorised Image Use

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Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over Unauthorised Image Use

The lawsuit comes after the electronics giant put Dua Lipa's image on television boxes without her permission.

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Red Hot Chili Peppers Sell Catalogue to Warner Music Group

Red Hot Chili Peppers Sell Catalogue to Warner Music Group

The US rock band sold their recorded music catalogue to Warner Music Group in a deal worth more than $300 million, spanning 13 studio albums.

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
Red Hot Chili Peppers Sell Catalogue to Warner Music Group

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Red Hot Chili Peppers Sell Catalogue to Warner Music Group

The US rock band sold their recorded music catalogue to Warner Music Group in a deal worth more than $300 million, spanning 13 studio albums.

By Conor Lochrie - May 11, 2026
LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

“We've been massive fans of Phantogram since we started trying to even construct a beat of any sort when we were young kids," Adam Hyde says.

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

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LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

“We've been massive fans of Phantogram since we started trying to even construct a beat of any sort when we were young kids," Adam Hyde says.

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount Pictures and Warner Music Group have announced a deal which will bring more films about artists and songwriters to the big screen. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

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Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount Pictures and Warner Music Group have announced a deal which will bring more films about artists and songwriters to the big screen. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

The Australian-born, US-based duo will release their seventh studio album, titled 'AHHCade' on July 31st.

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

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PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

The Australian-born, US-based duo will release their seventh studio album, titled 'AHHCade' on July 31st.

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

Industry veteran Matt Harvey will lead its expansion into the new territory as its newly appointed Senior Artist Manager. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 7, 2026
UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

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UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

Industry veteran Matt Harvey will lead its expansion into the new territory as its newly appointed Senior Artist Manager. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 7, 2026
Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber has continued his streaming dominance following his memorable Coachella 2026 appearance. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

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Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber has continued his streaming dominance following his memorable Coachella 2026 appearance. 

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

Netflix has released the first trailer for its new docuseries about Australian pop legend Kylie Minogue.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

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WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

Netflix has released the first trailer for its new docuseries about Australian pop legend Kylie Minogue.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Flynn Gurry, Loose Content, Salarymen, and more are taking part in the special Ones to Watch showcase.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

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Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Flynn Gurry, Loose Content, Salarymen, and more are taking part in the special Ones to Watch showcase.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

According to data shared with The Music Network, there's been a 105% increase in metal streams in Australia over the last five years.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

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Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

According to data shared with The Music Network, there's been a 105% increase in metal streams in Australia over the last five years.

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
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