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Man sentenced following death of 28-year-old DJ

Man sentenced following death of 28-year-old DJ

A 25-year-old man has just been sentenced to jail for a maximum of eight years and three months, following the death of Australian DJ Chris Bradley. According to the ABC, Javen O'Neill, a personal…

By Nathan Gunn - Apr 20, 2019
Man sentenced following death of 28-year-old DJ

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Man sentenced following death of 28-year-old DJ

A 25-year-old man has just been sentenced to jail for a maximum of eight years and three months, following the death of Australian DJ Chris Bradley. According to the ABC, Javen O'Neill, a personal…

By Nathan Gunn - Apr 20, 2019
Beth Yen becomes fourth ever female to top ARIA Club Chart

Beth Yen becomes fourth ever female to top ARIA Club Chart

In a win for female and male LGBTQI+ members of the music community, Beth Yen has become the fourth female artist to ever lead the ARIA Club Charts.

By Nathan Gunn - Apr 11, 2019
Beth Yen becomes fourth ever female to top ARIA Club Chart

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Beth Yen becomes fourth ever female to top ARIA Club Chart

In a win for female and male LGBTQI+ members of the music community, Beth Yen has become the fourth female artist to ever lead the ARIA Club Charts.

By Nathan Gunn - Apr 11, 2019
ScoMo Gov't commits millions to Australian music in next budget

ScoMo Gov't commits millions to Australian music in next budget

A few days prior to the Federal Government's upcoming budget reveal on Tuesday, Scott Morrison has announced over $30 million in Australian music funding. The just announced funding includes $22.5m…

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 30, 2019
ScoMo Gov't commits millions to Australian music in next budget

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ScoMo Gov't commits millions to Australian music in next budget

A few days prior to the Federal Government's upcoming budget reveal on Tuesday, Scott Morrison has announced over $30 million in Australian music funding. The just announced funding includes $22.5m…

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 30, 2019
Exclusive: Katie Rynne tapped for new role at Village Sounds

Exclusive: Katie Rynne tapped for new role at Village Sounds

The Industry Observer can exclusively reveal that Select Music booker Katie Rynne is moving into a new booking agent role at Village Sounds.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 25, 2019
Exclusive: Katie Rynne tapped for new role at Village Sounds

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Exclusive: Katie Rynne tapped for new role at Village Sounds

The Industry Observer can exclusively reveal that Select Music booker Katie Rynne is moving into a new booking agent role at Village Sounds.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 25, 2019
Nordoff-Robbins announces 21st annual music quiz, Zan Rowe to host

Nordoff-Robbins announces 21st annual music quiz, Zan Rowe to host

Australia's longest-running music quiz, the Nordoff Robbins Music Quiz, returns this year for its 21st anniversary. Returning to the iconic Crystal Ballroom at Luna Park Sydney, this year's event…

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 18, 2019
Nordoff-Robbins announces 21st annual music quiz, Zan Rowe to host

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Nordoff-Robbins announces 21st annual music quiz, Zan Rowe to host

Australia's longest-running music quiz, the Nordoff Robbins Music Quiz, returns this year for its 21st anniversary. Returning to the iconic Crystal Ballroom at Luna Park Sydney, this year's event…

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 18, 2019
FastForward unleashes huge speaker and keynote program

FastForward unleashes huge speaker and keynote program

FastForward - the global music conference, has just unveiled its 2019 program. Going down in Sydney, at least 40 speakers will present keynotes and panels.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 12, 2019
FastForward unleashes huge speaker and keynote program

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FastForward unleashes huge speaker and keynote program

FastForward - the global music conference, has just unveiled its 2019 program. Going down in Sydney, at least 40 speakers will present keynotes and panels.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 12, 2019
Spotify reportedly 'suing' songwriters, but why?

Spotify reportedly 'suing' songwriters, but why?

It's been revealed that Spotify and 3 other streaming services have launched legal appeals against the US CRB’s recent decision to raise royalties by 44%. 

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 9, 2019
Spotify reportedly 'suing' songwriters, but why?

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Spotify reportedly 'suing' songwriters, but why?

It's been revealed that Spotify and 3 other streaming services have launched legal appeals against the US CRB’s recent decision to raise royalties by 44%. 

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 9, 2019
How a Brag Media meme event garnered national media attention

How a Brag Media meme event garnered national media attention

The story of how one of our meme page's Facebook events garnered national media coverage.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 5, 2019
How a Brag Media meme event garnered national media attention

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How a Brag Media meme event garnered national media attention

The story of how one of our meme page's Facebook events garnered national media coverage.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 5, 2019
Days Like This organiser calls for public apology from Gladys Berejiklian [EXCLUSIVE]

Days Like This organiser calls for public apology from Gladys Berejiklian [EXCLUSIVE]

In the wake of the introduction of harsh new festival policies, fresh calls have come for an apology from NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian. 

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 4, 2019
Days Like This organiser calls for public apology from Gladys Berejiklian [EXCLUSIVE]

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Days Like This organiser calls for public apology from Gladys Berejiklian [EXCLUSIVE]

In the wake of the introduction of harsh new festival policies, fresh calls have come for an apology from NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian. 

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 4, 2019
High risk festivals issue joint statement, confirm legal action against NSW Gov’t imminent

High risk festivals issue joint statement, confirm legal action against NSW Gov’t imminent

Directors of several festivals declared "high risk" last week have officially confirmed they'll be taking legal action against the NSW Government.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 1, 2019
High risk festivals issue joint statement, confirm legal action against NSW Gov’t imminent

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High risk festivals issue joint statement, confirm legal action against NSW Gov’t imminent

Directors of several festivals declared "high risk" last week have officially confirmed they'll be taking legal action against the NSW Government.

By Nathan Gunn - Mar 1, 2019
Mountain Sounds responds to allegations of non-payment of artists, contractors

Mountain Sounds responds to allegations of non-payment of artists, contractors

"Cancelling the event has meant we have had to forfeit all artist and infrastructure deposits, as well as many other upfront expenses."

By Nathan Gunn - Feb 27, 2019
Mountain Sounds responds to allegations of non-payment of artists, contractors

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Mountain Sounds responds to allegations of non-payment of artists, contractors

"Cancelling the event has meant we have had to forfeit all artist and infrastructure deposits, as well as many other upfront expenses."

By Nathan Gunn - Feb 27, 2019
Everything you need to know about the Mountain Sounds liquidation

Everything you need to know about the Mountain Sounds liquidation

Mountain Sounds today announced its liquidation. Here's everything you need to know about the festival's closure.

By Nathan Gunn - Feb 25, 2019
Everything you need to know about the Mountain Sounds liquidation

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Everything you need to know about the Mountain Sounds liquidation

Mountain Sounds today announced its liquidation. Here's everything you need to know about the festival's closure.

By Nathan Gunn - Feb 25, 2019
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