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Chris O'Brien and Josh Smith's Immortal Music Group Teams With Believe to Power New Heavy Music Label
Global artist development company Believe has partnered with Australian management company Immortal Music Group (IMG) to launch a new heavy music label.
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Chris O'Brien and Josh Smith's Immortal Music Group Teams With Believe to Power New Heavy Music Label
Global artist development company Believe has partnered with Australian management company Immortal Music Group (IMG) to launch a new heavy music label.
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Frontier Touring Launches New Festival to Showcase Fresh Australian Acts
Melbourne is getting a brand new festival with a key focus on spotlighting fresh Australian talent.
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V.SPY V.SPY Make ARIA Chart Top 10 Debut
V.SPY V.SPY have entered the top ten of the ARIA Albums chart for the very first time.
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Radio Ratings: The Latest Results Are In
The sixth GfK radio ratings survey of 2026 saw 2UE post Sydney’s biggest share gain, while 3AW remains at the top of Melbourne radio.
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Warner Music Sues Ray-Ban and Oakley Owner Over Alleged Unlicensed Music Use
Warner companies allege promotional social videos used at least 427 copyrighted works without permission, highlighting licensing requirements for paid and organic brand content.
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Warner Music Sues Ray-Ban and Oakley Owner Over Alleged Unlicensed Music Use
Warner companies allege promotional social videos used at least 427 copyrighted works without permission, highlighting licensing requirements for paid and organic brand content.
Amyl and The Sniffers Announce Huge 2027 Australian Headline Shows
Amyl and The Sniffers are returning home for four outdoor headline shows across Australia in early 2027.
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Amyl and The Sniffers Announce Huge 2027 Australian Headline Shows
Amyl and The Sniffers are returning home for four outdoor headline shows across Australia in early 2027.
DistroKid Confirms UMG-Related Takedowns as Artists Dispute Removals
DistroKid says a small number of recordings have been removed in response to Universal Music Group claims. The Australian impact remains unconfirmed.
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DistroKid Confirms UMG-Related Takedowns as Artists Dispute Removals
DistroKid says a small number of recordings have been removed in response to Universal Music Group claims. The Australian impact remains unconfirmed.
The Push Announces Mentees for Live Nation, Frontier, TEG and More
The Push has announced the latest mentees for its Music Industry Mentor Program.
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The Push Announces Mentees for Live Nation, Frontier, TEG and More
The Push has announced the latest mentees for its Music Industry Mentor Program.
Powderfinger Lock in 2027 Australia Comeback Tour
It's official: Powderfinger will tour Australia for the first time in 17 years.
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Powderfinger Lock in 2027 Australia Comeback Tour
It's official: Powderfinger will tour Australia for the first time in 17 years.
Powderfinger to Perform Shows Across Australia Next Year
The rumour mill was on the money: Powderfinger will reform next year.
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Powderfinger to Perform Shows Across Australia Next Year
The rumour mill was on the money: Powderfinger will reform next year.
'Watching Their Growth Has Been So Rewarding': KLP Wraps 12-Month Songwriting & Industry Program
KLP - Kristy Lee Peters - has officially wrapped the first-ever VITAL Songwriting & Industry Mentorship Program.
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'Watching Their Growth Has Been So Rewarding': KLP Wraps 12-Month Songwriting & Industry Program
KLP - Kristy Lee Peters - has officially wrapped the first-ever VITAL Songwriting & Industry Mentorship Program.
US Copyright Office Opens Music Streaming Fraud Inquiry
The review will examine royalty losses and anti-fraud safeguards after Michael Smith was sentenced to 18 months over an AI-assisted streaming scheme.
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US Copyright Office Opens Music Streaming Fraud Inquiry
The review will examine royalty losses and anti-fraud safeguards after Michael Smith was sentenced to 18 months over an AI-assisted streaming scheme.
Songwriters Seek US$0.003 Per Stream in US Royalty Fight
Phonorecords V will set rates for 2028–2032, with implications for Australians earning mechanical royalties from US listening.
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Songwriters Seek US$0.003 Per Stream in US Royalty Fight
Phonorecords V will set rates for 2028–2032, with implications for Australians earning mechanical royalties from US listening.
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The Grove Studios Academy, University of Canberra Launch Contemporary Music Degree
The three-year degree will be taught at The Grove Studios' Central Coast campus and covers music production, music technology, songwriting, live sound and performance, alongside the broader UC qualification.
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The Grove Studios Academy, University of Canberra Launch Contemporary Music Degree
The three-year degree will be taught at The Grove Studios' Central Coast campus and covers music production, music technology, songwriting, live sound and performance, alongside the broader UC qualification.