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Africa Rising Music Conference Announces Australia Focus

Africa Rising Music Conference Announces Australia Focus

The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) will have a major Australia component this year. ARMC returns to Johannesburg next month on May 22nd-23rd for its sixth edition. "Bringing together artists,…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 10, 2026
Africa Rising Music Conference Announces Australia Focus

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Africa Rising Music Conference Announces Australia Focus

The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) will have a major Australia component this year. ARMC returns to Johannesburg next month on May 22nd-23rd for its sixth edition. "Bringing together artists,…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 10, 2026
Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan is taking The Great Divide on the road, confirming a five-show Australia and New Zealand arena tour for later this year. The US singer-songwriter - who's new album is out later this month…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

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Noah Kahan Is Returning to Australia & New Zealand in 2026

Noah Kahan is taking The Great Divide on the road, confirming a five-show Australia and New Zealand arena tour for later this year. The US singer-songwriter - who's new album is out later this month…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
AANT Centre Confirms John Glenn as CEO

AANT Centre Confirms John Glenn as CEO

AANT Centre has officially announced the appointment of John Glenn as its new CEO. The news comes after MusicSA announced this week that Glenn would be stepping down from its board as he takes on the…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 9, 2026
AANT Centre Confirms John Glenn as CEO

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AANT Centre Confirms John Glenn as CEO

AANT Centre has officially announced the appointment of John Glenn as its new CEO. The news comes after MusicSA announced this week that Glenn would be stepping down from its board as he takes on the…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 9, 2026
Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall has appointed Philippa Martin Reiter as its new director of programming and events, who will lead a merged team. Reiter joins with twenty-years of live entertainment…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

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Sydney's City Recital Hall Welcomes New Director of Programming and Events

Sydney's City Recital Hall has appointed Philippa Martin Reiter as its new director of programming and events, who will lead a merged team. Reiter joins with twenty-years of live entertainment…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day is just around the corner, with live in-store performances set to take place across the country from some of Australia's favourite musicians. Celebrating the vital role independently…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

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Record Store Day to Take Over Indie Stores with Live Sets from Hermitude, Kee'ahn & More

Record Store Day is just around the corner, with live in-store performances set to take place across the country from some of Australia's favourite musicians. Celebrating the vital role independently…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 9, 2026
An Iconic Elvis Presley Guitar Is Headed to Auction

An Iconic Elvis Presley Guitar Is Headed to Auction

An iconic Elvis Presley guitar is headed to auction. As per Rolling Stone, the Hagstrom Viking II electric guitar that the music legend used during his 1968 Comeback Special will be auctioned off by…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 9, 2026
An Iconic Elvis Presley Guitar Is Headed to Auction

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An Iconic Elvis Presley Guitar Is Headed to Auction

An iconic Elvis Presley guitar is headed to auction. As per Rolling Stone, the Hagstrom Viking II electric guitar that the music legend used during his 1968 Comeback Special will be auctioned off by…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 9, 2026
John Glenn Steps Down From MusicSA Board

John Glenn Steps Down From MusicSA Board

John Glenn is stepping down from the MusicSA board. The news broke in a LinkedIn post via MusicSA on Wednesday evening. "We have some news to share and while it is bittersweet, it is cause for…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 8, 2026
John Glenn Steps Down From MusicSA Board

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John Glenn Steps Down From MusicSA Board

John Glenn is stepping down from the MusicSA board. The news broke in a LinkedIn post via MusicSA on Wednesday evening. "We have some news to share and while it is bittersweet, it is cause for…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 8, 2026
APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston is one of several industry leaders who has been appointed to the Australian Government's Policy Advisory Group, to help shape the country's new National Cultural Policy.…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

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APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Joins Government Cultural Policy Advisory Group

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston is one of several industry leaders who has been appointed to the Australian Government's Policy Advisory Group, to help shape the country's new National Cultural Policy.…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Body Type Sign to King Gizzard's Label P(Doom) Records

Body Type Sign to King Gizzard's Label P(Doom) Records

Australian outfit Body Type have officially signed to King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard's label, p(doom) Records. The signing in UK, US and Europe coincides with the release of the Sydney band's new…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 8, 2026
Body Type Sign to King Gizzard's Label P(Doom) Records

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Body Type Sign to King Gizzard's Label P(Doom) Records

Australian outfit Body Type have officially signed to King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard's label, p(doom) Records. The signing in UK, US and Europe coincides with the release of the Sydney band's new…

By Neil Griffiths - Apr 8, 2026
Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group has confirmed it received an "unsolicited and non-binding" takeover bid from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management. Reported earlier this week, the offer includes…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

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Universal Music Group Confirms 'Unsolicited' Takeover Bid from Pershing Square Capital Management

Universal Music Group has confirmed it received an "unsolicited and non-binding" takeover bid from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management. Reported earlier this week, the offer includes…

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 8, 2026
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