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The Hottest 100 Australian managers of 2020!

The Hottest 100 Australian managers of 2020!

Yesterday marked one of Australia's biggest music events for the year, the count down of triple j's Hottest 100 for 2020. While, the spotlight is thrust upon the winners, like Glass Animals, who took…

By Danica Baker - Jan 24, 2021
The Hottest 100 Australian managers of 2020!

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The Hottest 100 Australian managers of 2020!

Yesterday marked one of Australia's biggest music events for the year, the count down of triple j's Hottest 100 for 2020. While, the spotlight is thrust upon the winners, like Glass Animals, who took…

By Danica Baker - Jan 24, 2021
DAWN RAID: How an independent NZ label took Polynesian hip hop to Australia and the world

DAWN RAID: How an independent NZ label took Polynesian hip hop to Australia and the world

For much of the early 2000s, independent hip hop label Dawn Raid Entertainment commanded the attention and respect of the industry, first on home turf in New Zealand, then in Australia and soon…

By Poppy Reid - Jan 20, 2021
DAWN RAID: How an independent NZ label took Polynesian hip hop to Australia and the world

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DAWN RAID: How an independent NZ label took Polynesian hip hop to Australia and the world

For much of the early 2000s, independent hip hop label Dawn Raid Entertainment commanded the attention and respect of the industry, first on home turf in New Zealand, then in Australia and soon…

By Poppy Reid - Jan 20, 2021
Aussie hitmakers Sheppard went from strength to strength in 2020

Aussie hitmakers Sheppard went from strength to strength in 2020

To say Aussie hitmakers Sheppard have made the most of 2020 would be an understatement, given it's turned out to be one of their biggest release years yet. Despite the challenges this unprecedented…

By Holley Gawne - Dec 21, 2020
Aussie hitmakers Sheppard went from strength to strength in 2020

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Aussie hitmakers Sheppard went from strength to strength in 2020

To say Aussie hitmakers Sheppard have made the most of 2020 would be an understatement, given it's turned out to be one of their biggest release years yet. Despite the challenges this unprecedented…

By Holley Gawne - Dec 21, 2020
Cooking Vinyl set to build on Fanny Lumsden's incredible year

Cooking Vinyl set to build on Fanny Lumsden's incredible year

Lumsden's latest record, 'Fallow', scored her multiple Golden Guitar nominations and an ARIA win.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 9, 2020
Cooking Vinyl set to build on Fanny Lumsden's incredible year

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Cooking Vinyl set to build on Fanny Lumsden's incredible year

Lumsden's latest record, 'Fallow', scored her multiple Golden Guitar nominations and an ARIA win.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 9, 2020
The growing movement for First Nations musicians to own their voices

The growing movement for First Nations musicians to own their voices

A recent seminar found the music industry needs to do more to ensure First Nations representation.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 8, 2020
The growing movement for First Nations musicians to own their voices

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The growing movement for First Nations musicians to own their voices

A recent seminar found the music industry needs to do more to ensure First Nations representation.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 8, 2020
Yolanda Be Cool and DCup celebrate 10th anniversary of ‘We No Speak Americano’ with new remixes

Yolanda Be Cool and DCup celebrate 10th anniversary of ‘We No Speak Americano’ with new remixes

The new release features remixes from Chemical Surf, JAXX DA FISHWORKS, SLLASH & DOPPE.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 7, 2020
Yolanda Be Cool and DCup celebrate 10th anniversary of ‘We No Speak Americano’ with new remixes

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Yolanda Be Cool and DCup celebrate 10th anniversary of ‘We No Speak Americano’ with new remixes

The new release features remixes from Chemical Surf, JAXX DA FISHWORKS, SLLASH & DOPPE.

By Christie Eliezer - Dec 7, 2020
Sally & Darren Seltmann talk composing for TV show 'The Letdown', navigating challenges, and more

Sally & Darren Seltmann talk composing for TV show 'The Letdown', navigating challenges, and more

When partners in life Sally Seltmann and Darren Seltmann paired up professionally as a dynamic composer duo, magic ensued. At the 2016 Screen Music Awards, the Seltmanns won Best Original Song…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 1, 2020
Sally & Darren Seltmann talk composing for TV show 'The Letdown', navigating challenges, and more

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Sally & Darren Seltmann talk composing for TV show 'The Letdown', navigating challenges, and more

When partners in life Sally Seltmann and Darren Seltmann paired up professionally as a dynamic composer duo, magic ensued. At the 2016 Screen Music Awards, the Seltmanns won Best Original Song…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 1, 2020
AGSC president Antony Partos on a challenging year for screen composers

AGSC president Antony Partos on a challenging year for screen composers

The composer reflects on how the industry has dealt with the strife caused by the pandemic.

By Christie Eliezer - Nov 30, 2020
AGSC president Antony Partos on a challenging year for screen composers

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AGSC president Antony Partos on a challenging year for screen composers

The composer reflects on how the industry has dealt with the strife caused by the pandemic.

By Christie Eliezer - Nov 30, 2020
Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

Immediately after ARIA CEO Dan Rosen announced his departure to join Warner Music Australia in September, discussion turned to the topic of who should be the face of the recorded music industry. The…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 26, 2020
Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

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Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

Immediately after ARIA CEO Dan Rosen announced his departure to join Warner Music Australia in September, discussion turned to the topic of who should be the face of the recorded music industry. The…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 26, 2020
Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

As ARIA looks for new leadership, industry players share their take on the peak body's future.

Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

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Chuggie, Mardi Caught, Heath Johns, Beth Appleton all weigh in on the new era for ARIA

As ARIA looks for new leadership, industry players share their take on the peak body's future.

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