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Pulp Adelaide Show to go Ahead After Writers' Week Controversy

Pulp Adelaide Show to go Ahead After Writers' Week Controversy

Pulp's show at Adelaide Festival next month will go ahead, the band have confirmed in a lengthy statement. In recent weeks, writers and authors for the event began dropping out after organisers…

By Neil Griffiths - Jan 16, 2026
Pulp Adelaide Show to go Ahead After Writers' Week Controversy

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Pulp Adelaide Show to go Ahead After Writers' Week Controversy

Pulp's show at Adelaide Festival next month will go ahead, the band have confirmed in a lengthy statement. In recent weeks, writers and authors for the event began dropping out after organisers…

By Neil Griffiths - Jan 16, 2026
Empire of the Sun Release 'Alive (Reimagined)' EP

Empire of the Sun Release 'Alive (Reimagined)' EP

A star-studded list of DJs have taken on Empire of the Sun's iconic 2013 track "Alive", in a new EP released today from the Australian duo. Purpose-built for all corners of the dance floor, each…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 16, 2026
Empire of the Sun Release 'Alive (Reimagined)' EP

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Empire of the Sun Release 'Alive (Reimagined)' EP

A star-studded list of DJs have taken on Empire of the Sun's iconic 2013 track "Alive", in a new EP released today from the Australian duo. Purpose-built for all corners of the dance floor, each…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 16, 2026
Kobalt Announces Global Partnership with International Music Company

Kobalt Announces Global Partnership with International Music Company

Kobalt has announced a new publishing partnership with an international tech-driven music and marketing company. On Friday (Januray 16th), the independent music publisher confirmed the agreement with…

By Neil Griffiths - Jan 16, 2026
Kobalt Announces Global Partnership with International Music Company

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Kobalt Announces Global Partnership with International Music Company

Kobalt has announced a new publishing partnership with an international tech-driven music and marketing company. On Friday (Januray 16th), the independent music publisher confirmed the agreement with…

By Neil Griffiths - Jan 16, 2026
Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran wants help curating his setlist for his Australia and New Zealand tour. The English pop superstar took to social media yesterday to tease the first show, which will take place at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 16, 2026
Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

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Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran wants help curating his setlist for his Australia and New Zealand tour. The English pop superstar took to social media yesterday to tease the first show, which will take place at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 16, 2026
Destination NSW Explains SXSW Sydney Cancellation

Destination NSW Explains SXSW Sydney Cancellation

The NSW Government has revealed why SXSW Sydney has been axed after only three editions. In a new statement, the State Government's tourism and events arm Destination NSW confirmed it "agreed not to…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Destination NSW Explains SXSW Sydney Cancellation

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Destination NSW Explains SXSW Sydney Cancellation

The NSW Government has revealed why SXSW Sydney has been axed after only three editions. In a new statement, the State Government's tourism and events arm Destination NSW confirmed it "agreed not to…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Bandcamp Bans AI-Generated Music and Audio

Bandcamp Bans AI-Generated Music and Audio

Bandcamp has taken a definitive stance on artificial intelligence in music. In an announcement made on Tuesday (January 13th), the platform confirmed it will ban AI-generated audio and music,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Bandcamp Bans AI-Generated Music and Audio

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Bandcamp Bans AI-Generated Music and Audio

Bandcamp has taken a definitive stance on artificial intelligence in music. In an announcement made on Tuesday (January 13th), the platform confirmed it will ban AI-generated audio and music,…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Paul McCartney Documentary Is Arriving In Australia This February

Paul McCartney Documentary Is Arriving In Australia This February

Paul McCartney's documentary Man on the Run will soon be available to stream in Australia. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Morgan Neville, the feature takes viewers on a vulnerable and deeply…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Paul McCartney Documentary Is Arriving In Australia This February

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Paul McCartney Documentary Is Arriving In Australia This February

Paul McCartney's documentary Man on the Run will soon be available to stream in Australia. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Morgan Neville, the feature takes viewers on a vulnerable and deeply…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Ninajirachi, Anna Lunoe, Dom Dolla and More Receive 2026 MPEG Award Nominations

Ninajirachi, Anna Lunoe, Dom Dolla and More Receive 2026 MPEG Award Nominations

The Music Producer and Engineers' Guild of Australia (MPEG) has today announced the nominees of the 2026 MPEG Awards, which celebrate excellence across music production, engineering, and studio…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
Ninajirachi, Anna Lunoe, Dom Dolla and More Receive 2026 MPEG Award Nominations

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Ninajirachi, Anna Lunoe, Dom Dolla and More Receive 2026 MPEG Award Nominations

The Music Producer and Engineers' Guild of Australia (MPEG) has today announced the nominees of the 2026 MPEG Awards, which celebrate excellence across music production, engineering, and studio…

By Lauren McNamara - Jan 15, 2026
'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup

'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup

Bluesfest has added a trio of iconic acts to its 2026 lineup. Metalcore titans Parkway Drive, neo-soul icon Erykah Badu, and reggae legends The Wailers will all now play at the festival this year.…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 15, 2026
'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup

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'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup

Bluesfest has added a trio of iconic acts to its 2026 lineup. Metalcore titans Parkway Drive, neo-soul icon Erykah Badu, and reggae legends The Wailers will all now play at the festival this year.…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 15, 2026
Commercial Radio in Australia Sets a Landmark Royalty Hike of 38%

Commercial Radio in Australia Sets a Landmark Royalty Hike of 38%

The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) has acknowledged the Copyright Tribunal of Australia’s determination setting a new commercial radio sound recording broadcast licence rate of…

By Alec Jones - Jan 14, 2026
Commercial Radio in Australia Sets a Landmark Royalty Hike of 38%

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Commercial Radio in Australia Sets a Landmark Royalty Hike of 38%

The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) has acknowledged the Copyright Tribunal of Australia’s determination setting a new commercial radio sound recording broadcast licence rate of…

By Alec Jones - Jan 14, 2026
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