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Reps From Partisan Records, SXSW, The Great Escape Confirmed For BIGSOUND 2026

Reps From Partisan Records, SXSW, The Great Escape Confirmed For BIGSOUND 2026

BIGSOUND has announced more big industry figures for its 2026 event, as well as its first ‘Artist in Conversation’ names.

By Conor Lochrie - 11 hours ago
Reps From Partisan Records, SXSW, The Great Escape Confirmed For BIGSOUND 2026

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Reps From Partisan Records, SXSW, The Great Escape Confirmed For BIGSOUND 2026

BIGSOUND has announced more big industry figures for its 2026 event, as well as its first ‘Artist in Conversation’ names.

By Conor Lochrie - 11 hours ago
Concord Music Publishing ANZ Acquires Catalogue Interest in The Presets' Julian Hamilton

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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Acquires Catalogue Interest in The Presets' Julian Hamilton

Concord Music Publishing ANZ has acquired an interest in the publishing catalogue of Julian Hamilton, one half of seminal electronic duo The Presets. As part of the agreement, Concord Music…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026

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Universal Music Publishing Group Appoints New Asia President

Universal Music Publishing Group Appoints New Asia President

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has this week named Sunita Kaur as President, Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 2, 2026
Universal Music Publishing Group Appoints New Asia President

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Universal Music Publishing Group Appoints New Asia President

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has this week named Sunita Kaur as President, Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 2, 2026
Julia Jacklin Signs First-Ever Global Record Deal with 4AD

Julia Jacklin Signs First-Ever Global Record Deal with 4AD

Julia Jacklin is has landed a major deal with 4AD. The acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter has signed her first-ever global record deal with the independent label. Today's signing news hints at a…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
Julia Jacklin Signs First-Ever Global Record Deal with 4AD

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Julia Jacklin Signs First-Ever Global Record Deal with 4AD

Julia Jacklin is has landed a major deal with 4AD. The acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter has signed her first-ever global record deal with the independent label. Today's signing news hints at a…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla has already sold out his exclusive Melbourne show. The globetrotting Australian DJ and producer recently announced that he was coming home for his debut Marvel Stadium show, set for…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

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Dom Dolla Sells Out Exclusive Melbourne Show

Dom Dolla has already sold out his exclusive Melbourne show. The globetrotting Australian DJ and producer recently announced that he was coming home for his debut Marvel Stadium show, set for…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 1, 2026
TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has appointed Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

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TEG Appoints Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has appointed Melvin Koh as General Manager, Ticketing Asia.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia has lodged its submission for Australia's next National Cultural Policy, putting a proposed Live Performance Production Incentive front and centre as the single most transformational reform available to the sector.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

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Live Performance Australia Pitches New Production Incentive

Live Performance Australia has lodged its submission for Australia's next National Cultural Policy, putting a proposed Live Performance Production Incentive front and centre as the single most transformational reform available to the sector.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

The NSW Government's Createability Internship Program has expanded into the music industry for the first time, placing five interns with major music organisations as part of its largest ever intake.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

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Triple J, Mushroom Group, Yours & Owls and More Participate in NSW Government's Createability Internship Program

The NSW Government's Createability Internship Program has expanded into the music industry for the first time, placing five interns with major music organisations as part of its largest ever intake.

By Staff Writer - Jun 1, 2026
ARIA Charts: Hands Like Houses Top Australian Albums Chart

ARIA Charts: Hands Like Houses Top Australian Albums Chart

Australian alternative favourites Hands Like Houses have impressed on this week's ARIA charts with their new EP, 'Lótus'.

By Neil Griffiths - May 29, 2026
ARIA Charts: Hands Like Houses Top Australian Albums Chart

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ARIA Charts: Hands Like Houses Top Australian Albums Chart

Australian alternative favourites Hands Like Houses have impressed on this week's ARIA charts with their new EP, 'Lótus'.

By Neil Griffiths - May 29, 2026
'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

Aotearoa New Zealand is today celebrating NZ Music T-Shirt Day.

By Conor Lochrie - May 29, 2026
'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

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'That's the Spirit of Independent Music': Why NZ Music T-Shirt Day Matters

Aotearoa New Zealand is today celebrating NZ Music T-Shirt Day.

By Conor Lochrie - May 29, 2026
Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

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Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version

Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

Sydney live music venue Mary’s Underground will permanently close this winter, with owners citing rising costs and ongoing financial pressures.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026
'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

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'A Tough Decision': Mary’s Underground to Close Permanently

Sydney live music venue Mary’s Underground will permanently close this winter, with owners citing rising costs and ongoing financial pressures.

By Lauren McNamara - May 29, 2026