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First Signing Revealed For Kobie Dee's New Label (EXCLUSIVE)
The Music Network can exclusively reveal the very first signing on Kobie Dee's new label, Twenny47 Records. Only a week after we announced its launch, it can now be revealed that 17-year-old rapper…
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First Signing Revealed For Kobie Dee's New Label (EXCLUSIVE)
The Music Network can exclusively reveal the very first signing on Kobie Dee's new label, Twenny47 Records. Only a week after we announced its launch, it can now be revealed that 17-year-old rapper…
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'They Saw the Vision': Yes Boone Drops First Release With Warner Music Australia
Sydney producer and artist Yes Boone is looking beyond Australia after signing with Warner Music Australia in partnership with Warner Records US, a deal he says gives him both the international reach and creative backing needed for the next stage of his career.
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‘We Don’t Aspire to Be Other Festivals’: QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis Reflects on BIGSOUND 2026
BIGSOUND won’t chase the model of other major festivals as the organisation begins planning for 2027 and beyond, according to QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis.
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'I'm Not About Promoting That Music': Annabelle Herd Speaks Out on AI Ban From ARIA Charts
ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd has spoken publicly about the recent changes to the local music charts, which now exclude wholly AI made recordings.
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Believe's TuneCore Switches Stance & Locks in Partnership With Suno
Global artist development company Believe has entered a “strategic partnership" with AI music platform, Suno.
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Believe's TuneCore Switches Stance & Locks in Partnership With Suno
Global artist development company Believe has entered a “strategic partnership" with AI music platform, Suno.
ARIA Award for Best Music Festival Returns for Second Year
The ARIA Award for Best Music Festival will return for a second year in 2026.
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ARIA Award for Best Music Festival Returns for Second Year
The ARIA Award for Best Music Festival will return for a second year in 2026.
Violent Soho's 'Hungry Ghost' Earns ARIA Platinum Certification
Violent Soho's Hungry Ghost has officially achieved ARIA Platinum certification, more than a decade after the album became the Brisbane band's commercial breakthrough.For the occasion, the band's…
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Violent Soho's 'Hungry Ghost' Earns ARIA Platinum Certification
Violent Soho's Hungry Ghost has officially achieved ARIA Platinum certification, more than a decade after the album became the Brisbane band's commercial breakthrough.For the occasion, the band's…
ARIA Charts: Paul Kelly Returns to No. 1
Paul Kelly has returned to the top of the ARIA Australian Albums chart with his 2025-released album, Seventy, thanks to the new deluxe release of the record.
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ARIA Charts: Paul Kelly Returns to No. 1
Paul Kelly has returned to the top of the ARIA Australian Albums chart with his 2025-released album, Seventy, thanks to the new deluxe release of the record.
Ticketek Australia Managing Director Phil King Departs
Ticketek Australia Managing Director Phil King Departs
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Ticketek Australia Managing Director Phil King Departs
Ticketek Australia Managing Director Phil King Departs
Alex Warren Scores First Aotearoa No. 1 Album With 'Wildchild'
Alex Warren has claimed the top spot on the Aotearoa Albums chart this week with his second studio album, Wildchild.
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Alex Warren Scores First Aotearoa No. 1 Album With 'Wildchild'
Alex Warren has claimed the top spot on the Aotearoa Albums chart this week with his second studio album, Wildchild.
Bluesfest Site Up For Sale For First Time Since 2007
Tyagarah Tea Farm, former home to Bluesfest, is officially on the market.
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Bluesfest Site Up For Sale For First Time Since 2007
Tyagarah Tea Farm, former home to Bluesfest, is officially on the market.
There’s Still Plenty of Buzz for Ladyhawke's Next Chapter
BIGSOUND has built its reputation on putting emerging Australian and New Zealand artists in front of the industry, making the inclusion of an established, ARIA Award-winning name like Ladyhawke on…
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There’s Still Plenty of Buzz for Ladyhawke's Next Chapter
BIGSOUND has built its reputation on putting emerging Australian and New Zealand artists in front of the industry, making the inclusion of an established, ARIA Award-winning name like Ladyhawke on…
'You Need People Who Are Going to Protect You': Julia Jacklin Gets Candid About the Music Industry
There’s not much protection in the music industry for artists, according to Julia Jacklin, who says a solid support network has become more crucial than ever.
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'You Need People Who Are Going to Protect You': Julia Jacklin Gets Candid About the Music Industry
There’s not much protection in the music industry for artists, according to Julia Jacklin, who says a solid support network has become more crucial than ever.
Paul Kelly Defies The Rules: How Australia's Ultimate Anti-Pop Artist Continues to Find New Audiences at 71
40 years after writing 'From St Kilda To Kings Cross,' Paul Kelly returned to Kings Cross last Sunday - and made headlines all over again.
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Paul Kelly Defies The Rules: How Australia's Ultimate Anti-Pop Artist Continues to Find New Audiences at 71
40 years after writing 'From St Kilda To Kings Cross,' Paul Kelly returned to Kings Cross last Sunday - and made headlines all over again.
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