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Do we still need indie labels?

Do we still need indie labels?

With self-releasing becoming an increasingly popular option for new artists, is there still a need for indie labels? That was one of the issues pondered by Australian delegates at this year’s Going…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 3, 2018
Do we still need indie labels?

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Do we still need indie labels?

With self-releasing becoming an increasingly popular option for new artists, is there still a need for indie labels? That was one of the issues pondered by Australian delegates at this year’s Going…

By Poppy Reid - Sep 3, 2018
A Guide To BIGSOUND Etiquette

A Guide To BIGSOUND Etiquette

This is Fortitude Valley and, as the name suggests, you'll need to bring your A-game to survive all that this week is about to throw at you. This list might help everyone else survive all you throw at them. 

By Unknown Author - Sep 3, 2018
A Guide To BIGSOUND Etiquette

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A Guide To BIGSOUND Etiquette

This is Fortitude Valley and, as the name suggests, you'll need to bring your A-game to survive all that this week is about to throw at you. This list might help everyone else survive all you throw at them. 

By Unknown Author - Sep 3, 2018
"I want our anthems to travel" - NZ PM Jacinda Ardern just took the stage at Going Global

"I want our anthems to travel" - NZ PM Jacinda Ardern just took the stage at Going Global

Before New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had even finished her address at music industry summit Going Global in Auckland, one US delegate had already asked if she had a clone to lead America,…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 31, 2018
"I want our anthems to travel" - NZ PM Jacinda Ardern just took the stage at Going Global

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"I want our anthems to travel" - NZ PM Jacinda Ardern just took the stage at Going Global

Before New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had even finished her address at music industry summit Going Global in Auckland, one US delegate had already asked if she had a clone to lead America,…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 31, 2018
Anonymous Confessions: the music industry speaks out against the abuse of free work culture

Anonymous Confessions: the music industry speaks out against the abuse of free work culture

Managers, PR, media, artists, photographers, interns, publishers and more share their experiences and opinions on the norm of unpaid work, under the protection of anonymity.

By Unknown Author - Aug 31, 2018
Anonymous Confessions: the music industry speaks out against the abuse of free work culture

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Anonymous Confessions: the music industry speaks out against the abuse of free work culture

Managers, PR, media, artists, photographers, interns, publishers and more share their experiences and opinions on the norm of unpaid work, under the protection of anonymity.

By Unknown Author - Aug 31, 2018
EXCLUSIVE: Warner Music Australia & Born Bred Talent announce new global influencer partnership

EXCLUSIVE: Warner Music Australia & Born Bred Talent announce new global influencer partnership

The partnership with find new ways for influencers and musicians to collaborate, share audiences and build fans for both the artists and the YouTubers.

By Christie Eliezer - Aug 31, 2018
EXCLUSIVE: Warner Music Australia & Born Bred Talent announce new global influencer partnership

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EXCLUSIVE: Warner Music Australia & Born Bred Talent announce new global influencer partnership

The partnership with find new ways for influencers and musicians to collaborate, share audiences and build fans for both the artists and the YouTubers.

By Christie Eliezer - Aug 31, 2018
Why one of hip hop's most famous photographers, Chi Modu, doesn't shoot rappers anymore

Why one of hip hop's most famous photographers, Chi Modu, doesn't shoot rappers anymore

Biggie, Tupac, Snoop Dogg - name a musician at the forefront of the hip hop explosion of the late '80s/early '90s and you can bet that they've stood in front of Chi Modu's lens.

By Unknown Author - Aug 30, 2018
Why one of hip hop's most famous photographers, Chi Modu, doesn't shoot rappers anymore

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Why one of hip hop's most famous photographers, Chi Modu, doesn't shoot rappers anymore

Biggie, Tupac, Snoop Dogg - name a musician at the forefront of the hip hop explosion of the late '80s/early '90s and you can bet that they've stood in front of Chi Modu's lens.

By Unknown Author - Aug 30, 2018
Australia is getting a new music export program: Exclusive

Australia is getting a new music export program: Exclusive

When it comes to exporting emerging acts overseas, there's no denying Australia's geographical handicap and declining investment in emerging talent. To help emerging acts connect directly to…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 29, 2018
Australia is getting a new music export program: Exclusive

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Australia is getting a new music export program: Exclusive

When it comes to exporting emerging acts overseas, there's no denying Australia's geographical handicap and declining investment in emerging talent. To help emerging acts connect directly to…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 29, 2018
We Asked The Industry: Which act are you most excited to see at BIGSOUND?

We Asked The Industry: Which act are you most excited to see at BIGSOUND?

The countdown is down for Australia's biggest annual music conference and showcase event, Bigsound. Industry figures and artists alike are jam-packing their calendars before they make the pilgrimage…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 29, 2018
We Asked The Industry: Which act are you most excited to see at BIGSOUND?

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We Asked The Industry: Which act are you most excited to see at BIGSOUND?

The countdown is down for Australia's biggest annual music conference and showcase event, Bigsound. Industry figures and artists alike are jam-packing their calendars before they make the pilgrimage…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 29, 2018
Unsigned & unrepresented: meet the acts taking a DIY approach to BIGSOUND

Unsigned & unrepresented: meet the acts taking a DIY approach to BIGSOUND

We caught up with five of these unrepped acts to find out what it's like going to the Southern hemisphere's biggest musical conference with only your bandmates to back you up.

By Unknown Author - Aug 28, 2018
Unsigned & unrepresented: meet the acts taking a DIY approach to BIGSOUND

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Unsigned & unrepresented: meet the acts taking a DIY approach to BIGSOUND

We caught up with five of these unrepped acts to find out what it's like going to the Southern hemisphere's biggest musical conference with only your bandmates to back you up.

By Unknown Author - Aug 28, 2018
Debunking Job Titles: Content Co‑Ordinator, PodcastOne 

Debunking Job Titles: Content Co‑Ordinator, PodcastOne 

Editing the "ahhs" and "umms" out of an hour's worth of audio takes a really long time!

By Unknown Author - Aug 28, 2018
Debunking Job Titles: Content Co‑Ordinator, PodcastOne 

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Debunking Job Titles: Content Co‑Ordinator, PodcastOne 

Editing the "ahhs" and "umms" out of an hour's worth of audio takes a really long time!

By Unknown Author - Aug 28, 2018
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