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National treasure to be inducted into ARIA Hall of Fame
During the 30th anniversary of Crowded House s self-titled debut LP, and the 30th year of the ARIA Awards, the Melbourne-founded icons will be inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Joining the likes…
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National treasure to be inducted into ARIA Hall of Fame
During the 30th anniversary of Crowded House s self-titled debut LP, and the 30th year of the ARIA Awards, the Melbourne-founded icons will be inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Joining the likes…
YouTube’s increased transparency backfires
Google s video giant YouTube has begun notifying its users when their clips have been demonitised in an effort to be more transparent. However, many users who rely on monetisation through advertising…
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YouTube’s increased transparency backfires
Google s video giant YouTube has begun notifying its users when their clips have been demonitised in an effort to be more transparent. However, many users who rely on monetisation through advertising…
Senate calls for pill-testing at festivals
The passing of a motion by the Australian Greens could see pill-testing introduced and sniffer dogs removed from festivals. The motion was brought before the Senate and passed without objection on…
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Senate calls for pill-testing at festivals
The passing of a motion by the Australian Greens could see pill-testing introduced and sniffer dogs removed from festivals. The motion was brought before the Senate and passed without objection on…
In Focus: Australian Country Music - part one
Three chords and the truth. Country Music Hall of Fame’s Harlan Howard once claimed this is all an artist needs in order to be a success. As an Australian whose impact in the US still stands as an…
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In Focus: Australian Country Music - part one
Three chords and the truth. Country Music Hall of Fame’s Harlan Howard once claimed this is all an artist needs in order to be a success. As an Australian whose impact in the US still stands as an…
There’s an algorithm that tells you who BigSound’s most hyped acts are
Melbourne-based digital agency Bolster has defined the most talked about artists showcasing at next week s BigSound conference in Brisbane. BIGSOUND Buzz was custom built by singer-songwriter and…
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There’s an algorithm that tells you who BigSound’s most hyped acts are
Melbourne-based digital agency Bolster has defined the most talked about artists showcasing at next week s BigSound conference in Brisbane. BIGSOUND Buzz was custom built by singer-songwriter and…
There’s evidence that Spotify is punishing artists for Apple ‘exclusives’
Following reports Spotify punishes artists for signing exclusives with other services, the streaming giant has denied the accusation. However, a claim by an artist, a report by MBW, and an alleged…
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There’s evidence that Spotify is punishing artists for Apple ‘exclusives’
Following reports Spotify punishes artists for signing exclusives with other services, the streaming giant has denied the accusation. However, a claim by an artist, a report by MBW, and an alleged…
Dotcom’s six-week appeal will be live-streamed
"This is a case of the internet age," Kim Dotcom’s lawyer, Ron Mansfield, argued at the High Court in Auckland yesterday. Tech entrepreneur and Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom has won a bid to have his…
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Dotcom’s six-week appeal will be live-streamed
"This is a case of the internet age," Kim Dotcom’s lawyer, Ron Mansfield, argued at the High Court in Auckland yesterday. Tech entrepreneur and Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom has won a bid to have his…
Why aren’t producers credited on streaming services?
Image: Truelove’s STL Studios As the debate over streaming and digital royalties continues, and as US publishers push for revisions on decades-old consent decree agreements, there s a horde of…
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Why aren’t producers credited on streaming services?
Image: Truelove’s STL Studios As the debate over streaming and digital royalties continues, and as US publishers push for revisions on decades-old consent decree agreements, there s a horde of…
Pandora announces lineup for Sydney Warehouse event
Music streaming and internet radio company Pandora has this morning announced the lineup for its inaugural Pandora Warehouse event. New Zealand s Ladyhawke, hip hop artist Seth Sentry, Sydney indie…
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Pandora announces lineup for Sydney Warehouse event
Music streaming and internet radio company Pandora has this morning announced the lineup for its inaugural Pandora Warehouse event. New Zealand s Ladyhawke, hip hop artist Seth Sentry, Sydney indie…
Sony artists asked to contact label over royalty concerns
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) has reached out to Sony Music artists and songwriters in the wake of a debate affecting royalties. Sony Music is involved in discussions…
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Sony artists asked to contact label over royalty concerns
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) has reached out to Sony Music artists and songwriters in the wake of a debate affecting royalties. Sony Music is involved in discussions…
Touring Asia: How to avoid the pitfalls and make the most out of your budget – Part 2
This article is presented by The Appointment Group (TAG), an award-winning global, independent travel and event management company. To offer local artists and managers an insight into what to expect…
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Touring Asia: How to avoid the pitfalls and make the most out of your budget – Part 2
This article is presented by The Appointment Group (TAG), an award-winning global, independent travel and event management company. To offer local artists and managers an insight into what to expect…
Research assistants needed for ‘Music as Medicine’ project
As part of its new partnership with Boston s Berklee ICE: Institute for Creative Entrepreneurship, Musitec is looking for assistants for its latest comprehensive report. Musitec, the SA Government s…
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Research assistants needed for ‘Music as Medicine’ project
As part of its new partnership with Boston s Berklee ICE: Institute for Creative Entrepreneurship, Musitec is looking for assistants for its latest comprehensive report. Musitec, the SA Government s…
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