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Working in Music: Labor’s National Cultural Policy Ends Years of Gaslighting [OP-ED]
"It’s important to acknowledge the progressive voices who have fought for the arts, and nudged the political mainstream," writes Harry Hayes following the release of Labor's new National Cultural Policy.
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Working in Music: Labor’s National Cultural Policy Ends Years of Gaslighting [OP-ED]
"It’s important to acknowledge the progressive voices who have fought for the arts, and nudged the political mainstream," writes Harry Hayes following the release of Labor's new National Cultural Policy.
![APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Says Next Ten Years Are ‘Critical’ for Australian Music [Op-Ed]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages-r2-1.thebrag.com%2Ftmn%2Fuploads%2FHarley-Streten-Flume-and-Dean-Ormston.jpg%3Fv%3D1778467943109&w=3840&q=75)
APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Says Next Ten Years Are ‘Critical’ for Australian Music [Op-Ed]
The music industry is backing itself, and on the eve of the release of the National Cultural Policy, we will see whether we have a government that’s going to back us as well.
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APRA AMCOS’ Dean Ormston Says Next Ten Years Are ‘Critical’ for Australian Music [Op-Ed]
The music industry is backing itself, and on the eve of the release of the National Cultural Policy, we will see whether we have a government that’s going to back us as well.

Remembering Sanity: The Retailer That Tested the U.K. and Subscriptions
By the end of April, the brand’s remaining 50 stores will close for good, in line with the lease expiry of each outlet.

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Remembering Sanity: The Retailer That Tested the U.K. and Subscriptions
By the end of April, the brand’s remaining 50 stores will close for good, in line with the lease expiry of each outlet.

Fred Again.. Gets It: Marketing an Artist in 2022
In 2022 the name of the game is authenticity and consistency. Fred again.. does both of these things, effortlessly.

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Fred Again.. Gets It: Marketing an Artist in 2022
In 2022 the name of the game is authenticity and consistency. Fred again.. does both of these things, effortlessly.

Music Industry Review: What Comes Next?
Music Industry Review: Strong, inclusive and courageous leadership is required at all levels to drive change.

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Music Industry Review: What Comes Next?
Music Industry Review: Strong, inclusive and courageous leadership is required at all levels to drive change.
![Bigsound 2022: Keeping a Beat of the Australian Music Economy [Op-Ed]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages-r2-1.thebrag.com%2Ftmn%2Fuploads%2FBigsound-2022.png%3Fv%3D1778467977385&w=3840&q=75)
Bigsound 2022: Keeping a Beat of the Australian Music Economy [Op-Ed]
The heart of the Australian music industry was beating as strong as ever at this year’s Bigsound, returning after a hiatus.
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Bigsound 2022: Keeping a Beat of the Australian Music Economy [Op-Ed]
The heart of the Australian music industry was beating as strong as ever at this year’s Bigsound, returning after a hiatus.
![How NFTs Can Help Artists Reclaim Their Independence [Op-Ed]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages-r2-1.thebrag.com%2Ftmn%2Fuploads%2FNFTs-Music-Industry.jpeg%3Fv%3D1778467979656&w=3840&q=75)
How NFTs Can Help Artists Reclaim Their Independence [Op-Ed]
A rapidly growing number of artists have turned to NFTs to create new business opportunities and fan experiences.
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How NFTs Can Help Artists Reclaim Their Independence [Op-Ed]
A rapidly growing number of artists have turned to NFTs to create new business opportunities and fan experiences.

How 'The Music Writer’s Lab' Seeks to Nourish, Uplift and Fill a Void in Media (Op-Ed)
At BIGSOUND 2022, The Music Writers Lab will launch with a specific focus on enhancing the development of music journalists.

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How 'The Music Writer’s Lab' Seeks to Nourish, Uplift and Fill a Void in Media (Op-Ed)
At BIGSOUND 2022, The Music Writers Lab will launch with a specific focus on enhancing the development of music journalists.

The Experience Economy: What’s Going On and How Do We Fix It?
'We must put the experience economy back into the control of promoters and fans, to protect the creativity and soul of live events.'

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The Experience Economy: What’s Going On and How Do We Fix It?
'We must put the experience economy back into the control of promoters and fans, to protect the creativity and soul of live events.'

Delivering Trust in Ticketing (Op-Ed)
We all know ticketing is not perfect, yet we haven’t been able to articulate and implement the means of improving it.

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Delivering Trust in Ticketing (Op-Ed)
We all know ticketing is not perfect, yet we haven’t been able to articulate and implement the means of improving it.
Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.
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