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Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Files for Bankruptcy in US

Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Files for Bankruptcy in US

Damon Dash played crucial roles in promoting artists including Cam'ron and Kanye West during their early career phases.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 7, 2025
Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Files for Bankruptcy in US

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Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Files for Bankruptcy in US

Damon Dash played crucial roles in promoting artists including Cam'ron and Kanye West during their early career phases.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 7, 2025
BOY SODA's Debut Album Is Set to Signal a Fresh Voice in Australian R&B

BOY SODA's Debut Album Is Set to Signal a Fresh Voice in Australian R&B

BOY SODA's debut album, 'SOULSTAR', is described as a "bold and genre-blurring statement," and drops next month.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 5, 2025
BOY SODA's Debut Album Is Set to Signal a Fresh Voice in Australian R&B

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BOY SODA's Debut Album Is Set to Signal a Fresh Voice in Australian R&B

BOY SODA's debut album, 'SOULSTAR', is described as a "bold and genre-blurring statement," and drops next month.

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 5, 2025
BIGSOUND 2025: A Guide to the Must-See Sessions and Showcases

BIGSOUND 2025: A Guide to the Must-See Sessions and Showcases

With BIGSOUND 2025 on the horizon, find out more about the annual event from the team behind it.

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 21, 2025
BIGSOUND 2025: A Guide to the Must-See Sessions and Showcases

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BIGSOUND 2025: A Guide to the Must-See Sessions and Showcases

With BIGSOUND 2025 on the horizon, find out more about the annual event from the team behind it.

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 21, 2025
ARIA Announce Launch of Inaugural Best Music Festival Award

ARIA Announce Launch of Inaugural Best Music Festival Award

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has unveiled its inaugural ARIA Best Music Festival Award, supported by Tixel.

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 5, 2025
ARIA Announce Launch of Inaugural Best Music Festival Award

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ARIA Announce Launch of Inaugural Best Music Festival Award

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has unveiled its inaugural ARIA Best Music Festival Award, supported by Tixel.

By Conor Lochrie - Aug 5, 2025
Triple J's Hottest 100 of Australian Songs Winner Revealed

Triple J's Hottest 100 of Australian Songs Winner Revealed

Cold Chisel, INXS, Missy Higgins, The Veronicas, and more made triple j's countdown of the greatest ever Australian songs.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 26, 2025
Triple J's Hottest 100 of Australian Songs Winner Revealed

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Triple J's Hottest 100 of Australian Songs Winner Revealed

Cold Chisel, INXS, Missy Higgins, The Veronicas, and more made triple j's countdown of the greatest ever Australian songs.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 26, 2025
Triple J Reveals First Look at Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

Triple J Reveals First Look at Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

18-29 year olds were the most popular voters, according to figures released by triple j ahead of tomorrow's countdown.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 25, 2025
Triple J Reveals First Look at Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

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Triple J Reveals First Look at Hottest 100 of Australian Songs

18-29 year olds were the most popular voters, according to figures released by triple j ahead of tomorrow's countdown.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 25, 2025
Rolling Stone Names Australia's Greatest Electronic Acts of All Time

Rolling Stone Names Australia's Greatest Electronic Acts of All Time

The Avalanches have taken out the spot in a new ranking of Australia's greatest electronic acts of all time. 

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 22, 2025
Rolling Stone Names Australia's Greatest Electronic Acts of All Time

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Rolling Stone Names Australia's Greatest Electronic Acts of All Time

The Avalanches have taken out the spot in a new ranking of Australia's greatest electronic acts of all time. 

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 22, 2025
Jonas Brothers' Father Purchases Band's Partial Music Catalogue

Jonas Brothers' Father Purchases Band's Partial Music Catalogue

Jonas Brothers have sold a portion of their music catalogue to their father, Kevin Jonas Sr., after he emerged victorious in a bidding war.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 22, 2025
Jonas Brothers' Father Purchases Band's Partial Music Catalogue

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Jonas Brothers' Father Purchases Band's Partial Music Catalogue

Jonas Brothers have sold a portion of their music catalogue to their father, Kevin Jonas Sr., after he emerged victorious in a bidding war.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 22, 2025
Bonnaroo to Return in 2026 with New Safety Measures

Bonnaroo to Return in 2026 with New Safety Measures

Bonnaroo will return to Manchester, Tennessee in 2026 after this year's festival was cancelled due to heavy rains and flooding at the site.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 18, 2025
Bonnaroo to Return in 2026 with New Safety Measures

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Bonnaroo to Return in 2026 with New Safety Measures

Bonnaroo will return to Manchester, Tennessee in 2026 after this year's festival was cancelled due to heavy rains and flooding at the site.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 18, 2025
2025 APRA Silver Scroll and Maioha Award Shortlists Revealed

2025 APRA Silver Scroll and Maioha Award Shortlists Revealed

APRA announces the 2025 Silver Scroll and Maioha shortlists, celebrating Aotearoa’s finest songwriting talent across genres and te reo Māori.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 10, 2025
2025 APRA Silver Scroll and Maioha Award Shortlists Revealed

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2025 APRA Silver Scroll and Maioha Award Shortlists Revealed

APRA announces the 2025 Silver Scroll and Maioha shortlists, celebrating Aotearoa’s finest songwriting talent across genres and te reo Māori.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 10, 2025
Going Global Announces 2025 Edition, Reveals First International Speakers

Going Global Announces 2025 Edition, Reveals First International Speakers

Independent Music New Zealand and the NZ Music Commission have revealed the first international speakers for Going Global Music Summit 2025. 

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 9, 2025
Going Global Announces 2025 Edition, Reveals First International Speakers

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Going Global Announces 2025 Edition, Reveals First International Speakers

Independent Music New Zealand and the NZ Music Commission have revealed the first international speakers for Going Global Music Summit 2025. 

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 9, 2025
BBC to Not Broadcast 'High Risk' Acts Live in Future

BBC to Not Broadcast 'High Risk' Acts Live in Future

The BBC also issued a formal apology following Bob Vylan's controversial Glastonbury performance.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 4, 2025
BBC to Not Broadcast 'High Risk' Acts Live in Future

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BBC to Not Broadcast 'High Risk' Acts Live in Future

The BBC also issued a formal apology following Bob Vylan's controversial Glastonbury performance.

By Conor Lochrie - Jul 4, 2025
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