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Meet Chromatic, the expert behind some of the most mind-blowing festival stages in the world
"Blood, sweat, no sleep. Nothing has changed." Matt Chromatic is referring to the very first stage he designed in the late '90s; before his world-renowned Defqon festival stages made the definitive…

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Meet Chromatic, the expert behind some of the most mind-blowing festival stages in the world
"Blood, sweat, no sleep. Nothing has changed." Matt Chromatic is referring to the very first stage he designed in the late '90s; before his world-renowned Defqon festival stages made the definitive…

BMG's Heath Johns: "We're seeing iconic artists being largely ignored by their labels"
When Heath Johns left his role as Director of A R at Universal Music Publishing Australia in January 2016, he had grown restless with his hopes for the music industry. His move to set up BMG…

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BMG's Heath Johns: "We're seeing iconic artists being largely ignored by their labels"
When Heath Johns left his role as Director of A R at Universal Music Publishing Australia in January 2016, he had grown restless with his hopes for the music industry. His move to set up BMG…

A detailed history of Purple Sneakers, from the creator
Somewhere back in the midst of the mid-2000s, Martin Novosel had a vision – if the Beastie Boys had fought for his right to party, then it was his responsibility to ensure the party went on. Purple…

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A detailed history of Purple Sneakers, from the creator
Somewhere back in the midst of the mid-2000s, Martin Novosel had a vision – if the Beastie Boys had fought for his right to party, then it was his responsibility to ensure the party went on. Purple…

Katy Perry will perform on The Voice Australia, Bozoma Saint John exiting Apple, and more
Here's all the music industry news you need to know today. Katy Perry will perform at The Voice Australia grand final as she returns Down Under for Witness concert tour - via Daily Mail Bozoma Saint…

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Katy Perry will perform on The Voice Australia, Bozoma Saint John exiting Apple, and more
Here's all the music industry news you need to know today. Katy Perry will perform at The Voice Australia grand final as she returns Down Under for Witness concert tour - via Daily Mail Bozoma Saint…

WA Govt to downsize capacity for Ed Sheeran tour
Find out why the WA Government has downsized the venue capacity from 55K to 38K for Ed Sheeran’s Perth leg of his upcoming Australian tour.

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WA Govt to downsize capacity for Ed Sheeran tour
Find out why the WA Government has downsized the venue capacity from 55K to 38K for Ed Sheeran’s Perth leg of his upcoming Australian tour.

The alleged tax fraud tied to Glenn Wheatley's incarceration has been arrested
The tax accountant who allegedly set up a $300 million network of tax avoidance schemes has reportedly been arrested in Italy.

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The alleged tax fraud tied to Glenn Wheatley's incarceration has been arrested
The tax accountant who allegedly set up a $300 million network of tax avoidance schemes has reportedly been arrested in Italy.

Another inner-city venue receives a lock out extension
Find out which popular Sydney venue has been granted a lockout extension.

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Another inner-city venue receives a lock out extension
Find out which popular Sydney venue has been granted a lockout extension.

UMG's ownership could change in coming months, The Orchard and Red Essential are to merge, and more
Stay up to date with what's going on in the music industry, here are all of the biggest stories from today!

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UMG's ownership could change in coming months, The Orchard and Red Essential are to merge, and more
Stay up to date with what's going on in the music industry, here are all of the biggest stories from today!

EXCLUSIVE: Melbourne artist Harrison Storm inks global label deal
Find out which label Melbourne up and comer Harrison Storm has signed with and what future plans are in store for the singer songwriter.

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EXCLUSIVE: Melbourne artist Harrison Storm inks global label deal
Find out which label Melbourne up and comer Harrison Storm has signed with and what future plans are in store for the singer songwriter.

EXCLUSIVE: BMG Australia & NZ announces staff reshuffle
Read our exclusive article detailing the restructuring changes that have taken place at BMG Australia and New Zealand.

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EXCLUSIVE: BMG Australia & NZ announces staff reshuffle
Read our exclusive article detailing the restructuring changes that have taken place at BMG Australia and New Zealand.

Sony/ATV adds 'virtual ATM' to royalty portal
Read about how Sony/AVT Music Publishing is changing the game with their virtual ATM system, designed to give artists a clear picture of their royalties.

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Sony/ATV adds 'virtual ATM' to royalty portal
Read about how Sony/AVT Music Publishing is changing the game with their virtual ATM system, designed to give artists a clear picture of their royalties.

Universal Music Korea appoints new MD, Scandinavian Songs rebrands, and more
Read about the latest Music Industry News you need to know today including headlines about new appointments for BMG and Universal Music Korea.

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Universal Music Korea appoints new MD, Scandinavian Songs rebrands, and more
Read about the latest Music Industry News you need to know today including headlines about new appointments for BMG and Universal Music Korea.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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