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We need to talk about how the Aus Govt's sport bias is hurting music [OP-ED]

We need to talk about how the Aus Govt's sport bias is hurting music [OP-ED]

When the majority of our futures remain largely out of our control for an extended period of time, it can be extremely anxiety-inducing. It’s no surprise the Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant…

By Poppy Reid - May 13, 2021
We need to talk about how the Aus Govt's sport bias is hurting music [OP-ED]

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We need to talk about how the Aus Govt's sport bias is hurting music [OP-ED]

When the majority of our futures remain largely out of our control for an extended period of time, it can be extremely anxiety-inducing. It’s no surprise the Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant…

By Poppy Reid - May 13, 2021
Four women allege rape and assault as new research shows breadth of Australian music’s #MeToo plight

Four women allege rape and assault as new research shows breadth of Australian music’s #MeToo plight

TRIGGER WARNING: This article and pages it links to contains information about rape, sexual assault and/or violence which may be triggering to survivors. Six years ago, an Australian producer led…

By Poppy Reid - May 11, 2021
Four women allege rape and assault as new research shows breadth of Australian music’s #MeToo plight

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Four women allege rape and assault as new research shows breadth of Australian music’s #MeToo plight

TRIGGER WARNING: This article and pages it links to contains information about rape, sexual assault and/or violence which may be triggering to survivors. Six years ago, an Australian producer led…

By Poppy Reid - May 11, 2021
When songs cast shade on record companies & radio stations

When songs cast shade on record companies & radio stations

When artists throw wobblies via their songs about the music industry, it’s hard to know if they’re putting their (Cuban) boots into their record companies or at radio stations. “You got to yield to…

By Geordie Gray - May 10, 2021
When songs cast shade on record companies & radio stations

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When songs cast shade on record companies & radio stations

When artists throw wobblies via their songs about the music industry, it’s hard to know if they’re putting their (Cuban) boots into their record companies or at radio stations. “You got to yield to…

By Geordie Gray - May 10, 2021
As an Aus songwriter for Justin Bieber, Katy Perry & Nicki Minaj, this is your sign to keep going

As an Aus songwriter for Justin Bieber, Katy Perry & Nicki Minaj, this is your sign to keep going

I, like most people, have a love-hate relationship with the unpredictability of life. You have a dream, you visualise it, you plan, you control, you get your grubby hands all over everything, and…

By Poppy Reid - May 5, 2021
As an Aus songwriter for Justin Bieber, Katy Perry & Nicki Minaj, this is your sign to keep going

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As an Aus songwriter for Justin Bieber, Katy Perry & Nicki Minaj, this is your sign to keep going

I, like most people, have a love-hate relationship with the unpredictability of life. You have a dream, you visualise it, you plan, you control, you get your grubby hands all over everything, and…

By Poppy Reid - May 5, 2021
TikTok is an emerging artist’s best friend [OP-ED]

TikTok is an emerging artist’s best friend [OP-ED]

In the last 18 months, there has been an undeniable buzz around TikTok, especially in the music industry. With multiple tiers of artists, labels, managers and marketers from Majors to Indies,…

By Poppy Reid - May 1, 2021
TikTok is an emerging artist’s best friend [OP-ED]

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TikTok is an emerging artist’s best friend [OP-ED]

In the last 18 months, there has been an undeniable buzz around TikTok, especially in the music industry. With multiple tiers of artists, labels, managers and marketers from Majors to Indies,…

By Poppy Reid - May 1, 2021
How to achieve virality and success on TikTok [OP-ED]

How to achieve virality and success on TikTok [OP-ED]

One of the biggest hurdles in getting people on-board and excited by TikTok is helping them understand, what it is and why it’s important. With so much fast paced action and buzz surrounding TikTok,…

By Poppy Reid - May 1, 2021
How to achieve virality and success on TikTok [OP-ED]

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How to achieve virality and success on TikTok [OP-ED]

One of the biggest hurdles in getting people on-board and excited by TikTok is helping them understand, what it is and why it’s important. With so much fast paced action and buzz surrounding TikTok,…

By Poppy Reid - May 1, 2021
Kasey Chambers, Dean Ormston, Troy Cassar-Daley & more on the influence of Joy McKean

Kasey Chambers, Dean Ormston, Troy Cassar-Daley & more on the influence of Joy McKean

As the upcoming recipient of one of the music industry’s highest honours, the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music, Joy McKean will be celebrated this week. Set to be awarded…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 26, 2021
Kasey Chambers, Dean Ormston, Troy Cassar-Daley & more on the influence of Joy McKean

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Kasey Chambers, Dean Ormston, Troy Cassar-Daley & more on the influence of Joy McKean

As the upcoming recipient of one of the music industry’s highest honours, the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music, Joy McKean will be celebrated this week. Set to be awarded…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 26, 2021
Tension between artists and managers revealed in new Amy Shark video [OP-ED]

Tension between artists and managers revealed in new Amy Shark video [OP-ED]

As I was watching the docuseries episode Amy Shark shared on socials yesterday, two things struck me: 1. Holy shit, this feels like a meeting I’ve sat in a million times over the journey with almost…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 21, 2021
Tension between artists and managers revealed in new Amy Shark video [OP-ED]

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Tension between artists and managers revealed in new Amy Shark video [OP-ED]

As I was watching the docuseries episode Amy Shark shared on socials yesterday, two things struck me: 1. Holy shit, this feels like a meeting I’ve sat in a million times over the journey with almost…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 21, 2021
Make your choices consciously and bravely in this pandemic era [OP-ED]

Make your choices consciously and bravely in this pandemic era [OP-ED]

It’s been one year since I wrote a piece for Music Business Worldwide about being fired on maternity leave (twice). That was in the early days of the pandemic when we spoke eagerly about “rebuilding”…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 19, 2021
Make your choices consciously and bravely in this pandemic era [OP-ED]

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Make your choices consciously and bravely in this pandemic era [OP-ED]

It’s been one year since I wrote a piece for Music Business Worldwide about being fired on maternity leave (twice). That was in the early days of the pandemic when we spoke eagerly about “rebuilding”…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 19, 2021
Major music companies who stop sexual harassment will make more money [OP-ED]

Major music companies who stop sexual harassment will make more money [OP-ED]

Content Warning: This article discusses sexual harassment. If you or someone you know is affected by the following story, you are not alone. To speak to someone, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 14, 2021
Major music companies who stop sexual harassment will make more money [OP-ED]

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Major music companies who stop sexual harassment will make more money [OP-ED]

Content Warning: This article discusses sexual harassment. If you or someone you know is affected by the following story, you are not alone. To speak to someone, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 14, 2021
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