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How Music-Tech and the Indies Are Entering a Golden Era

How Music-Tech and the Indies Are Entering a Golden Era

Vinyl Group CEO Josh Simons explores the golden era for DIY creators, who are better organised and retooled following an M&A wave.

By Josh Simons - May 1, 2024
How Music-Tech and the Indies Are Entering a Golden Era

Opinion

How Music-Tech and the Indies Are Entering a Golden Era

Vinyl Group CEO Josh Simons explores the golden era for DIY creators, who are better organised and retooled following an M&A wave.

By Josh Simons - May 1, 2024
The Phenomenon of Asia Pop in Australasia: Op-Ed

The Phenomenon of Asia Pop in Australasia: Op-Ed

With over eight years of experience as a Promoter and Talent Buyer, engaging local and international Asian audiences in Australia, and over one year into my role as an Asia Pop Promoter with Live…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 22, 2024
The Phenomenon of Asia Pop in Australasia: Op-Ed

Opinion

The Phenomenon of Asia Pop in Australasia: Op-Ed

With over eight years of experience as a Promoter and Talent Buyer, engaging local and international Asian audiences in Australia, and over one year into my role as an Asia Pop Promoter with Live…

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 22, 2024
We Can Do So Much More for Women in the Music Industry: Op-Ed

We Can Do So Much More for Women in the Music Industry: Op-Ed

"Where do we go now?" Quoting Guns N’ Roses might seem like an odd way to start a piece for International Women’s Day but that line means so much. Growing up in regional QLD during the 80’s…

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 8, 2024
We Can Do So Much More for Women in the Music Industry: Op-Ed

Features

We Can Do So Much More for Women in the Music Industry: Op-Ed

"Where do we go now?" Quoting Guns N’ Roses might seem like an odd way to start a piece for International Women’s Day but that line means so much. Growing up in regional QLD during the 80’s…

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 8, 2024
Life After #MeToo: Op-Ed

Life After #MeToo: Op-Ed

In an industry where musicians are paid more for saying “who ordered the Big Macs?” than for writing music that soundtracks a generation, it’s apposite to think the world has gone to shit. The…

By Poppy Reid - Mar 8, 2024
Life After #MeToo: Op-Ed

Opinion

Life After #MeToo: Op-Ed

In an industry where musicians are paid more for saying “who ordered the Big Macs?” than for writing music that soundtracks a generation, it’s apposite to think the world has gone to shit. The…

By Poppy Reid - Mar 8, 2024
Why Film & TV Productions Should Embrace Local Music Content: Op-Ed

Why Film & TV Productions Should Embrace Local Music Content: Op-Ed

Writing music is a love of many artists. To get paid for doing it is often a dream. I get to live out that dream every day. I am a screen composer, songwriter, producer, and business owner. I founded…

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 6, 2024
Why Film & TV Productions Should Embrace Local Music Content: Op-Ed

Opinion

Why Film & TV Productions Should Embrace Local Music Content: Op-Ed

Writing music is a love of many artists. To get paid for doing it is often a dream. I get to live out that dream every day. I am a screen composer, songwriter, producer, and business owner. I founded…

By Conor Lochrie - Mar 6, 2024
The Big Lesson Michael Taylor Taught Me About Deal-Making

The Big Lesson Michael Taylor Taught Me About Deal-Making

Taylor's advice now resonates profoundly: fostering long-term relationships based on mutual respect and shared success is crucial.

By Luke Girgis - Jan 16, 2024
The Big Lesson Michael Taylor Taught Me About Deal-Making

Opinion

The Big Lesson Michael Taylor Taught Me About Deal-Making

Taylor's advice now resonates profoundly: fostering long-term relationships based on mutual respect and shared success is crucial.

By Luke Girgis - Jan 16, 2024
The Best ARIA Awards... Ever

The Best ARIA Awards... Ever

Last night's ARIA Awards marked an incredible new chapter for our Australian music industry. The 2023 event was the best ARIAs I’ve attended.

By Luke Girgis - Nov 16, 2023
The Best ARIA Awards... Ever

Opinion

The Best ARIA Awards... Ever

Last night's ARIA Awards marked an incredible new chapter for our Australian music industry. The 2023 event was the best ARIAs I’ve attended.

By Luke Girgis - Nov 16, 2023
Why we’re building the best gig guide app ever made

Why we’re building the best gig guide app ever made

18 months ago we set out to build the best gig guide app ever made. Today marks a milestone with the launch of 'Don’t Bore Us,' now proudly gracing the App Store’s front page. Why embark on this…

By Luke Girgis - Nov 11, 2023
Why we’re building the best gig guide app ever made

Opinion

Why we’re building the best gig guide app ever made

18 months ago we set out to build the best gig guide app ever made. Today marks a milestone with the launch of 'Don’t Bore Us,' now proudly gracing the App Store’s front page. Why embark on this…

By Luke Girgis - Nov 11, 2023
Your Problem Isn't With the Streaming Model, Your Problem Is With Other Artists: Op-Ed

Your Problem Isn't With the Streaming Model, Your Problem Is With Other Artists: Op-Ed

There are so many commentators willing to go all in on rubbishing the streaming model. As if a system that pays around 70% of its revenue to rights holders and offers unlimited music to consumers is…

By Conor Lochrie - Oct 25, 2023
Your Problem Isn't With the Streaming Model, Your Problem Is With Other Artists: Op-Ed

Opinion

Your Problem Isn't With the Streaming Model, Your Problem Is With Other Artists: Op-Ed

There are so many commentators willing to go all in on rubbishing the streaming model. As if a system that pays around 70% of its revenue to rights holders and offers unlimited music to consumers is…

By Conor Lochrie - Oct 25, 2023
SXSW Sydney Pulled It Off: Everything We Learned

SXSW Sydney Pulled It Off: Everything We Learned

I am a SXSW veteran. I fly to Austin every year and love it each time, I’ve been going for nearly a decade. However, like me, most people were very nervous about SXSW Sydney. I was excited at the…

By Luke Girgis - Oct 24, 2023
SXSW Sydney Pulled It Off: Everything We Learned

Festivals & Venues

SXSW Sydney Pulled It Off: Everything We Learned

I am a SXSW veteran. I fly to Austin every year and love it each time, I’ve been going for nearly a decade. However, like me, most people were very nervous about SXSW Sydney. I was excited at the…

By Luke Girgis - Oct 24, 2023
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