Logo the music network
Logo Vinyl Media

Our Sites

Network Partners

The Music Network | Music Business News, Charts & Analysis

2026 J Awards Winners Revealed

2026 J Awards Winners Revealed

The 2026 J Awards winners have officially been revealed, with Genesis Owusu taking home the Australian Album of the Year prize.

By Neil Griffiths - 18 hours ago
2026 J Awards Winners Revealed

News

2026 J Awards Winners Revealed

The 2026 J Awards winners have officially been revealed, with Genesis Owusu taking home the Australian Album of the Year prize.

By Neil Griffiths - 18 hours ago
Tash Sultana Announces First Album Under New BMG Deal

News

Tash Sultana Announces First Album Under New BMG Deal

Tash Sultana has announced their third studio album, 'Sonic Alchemy', marking their first under a new global deal with BMG.

By Lauren McNamara - 2 hours ago

Latest stories

Adam Briggs Foundation Reopens BARPIRDHILA Grant

Adam Briggs Foundation Reopens BARPIRDHILA Grant

The Adam Briggs Foundation has reopened its BARPIRDHILA grant, it has been announced this week.

By Staff Writer - 21 hours ago
Adam Briggs Foundation Reopens BARPIRDHILA Grant

News

Adam Briggs Foundation Reopens BARPIRDHILA Grant

The Adam Briggs Foundation has reopened its BARPIRDHILA grant, it has been announced this week.

By Staff Writer - 21 hours ago
Silver Lake Reportedly Explores TEG Sale as Ticketek Parent Faces Financial Pressure

Silver Lake Reportedly Explores TEG Sale as Ticketek Parent Faces Financial Pressure

The reported $1.5 billion process follows mounting financial losses, major venue contract setbacks and a restructuring of the Australian entertainment group.

By Ella Karsai - 22 hours ago
Silver Lake Reportedly Explores TEG Sale as Ticketek Parent Faces Financial Pressure

News

Silver Lake Reportedly Explores TEG Sale as Ticketek Parent Faces Financial Pressure

The reported $1.5 billion process follows mounting financial losses, major venue contract setbacks and a restructuring of the Australian entertainment group.

By Ella Karsai - 22 hours ago
Middle Kids Sign Global Deal with Mushroom Music, Release New Single 'big freak'

Middle Kids Sign Global Deal with Mushroom Music, Release New Single 'big freak'

Middle Kids have signed a global deal with Mushroom Music, marking the partnership with the release of their new single, 'big freak'.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
Middle Kids Sign Global Deal with Mushroom Music, Release New Single 'big freak'

News

Middle Kids Sign Global Deal with Mushroom Music, Release New Single 'big freak'

Middle Kids have signed a global deal with Mushroom Music, marking the partnership with the release of their new single, 'big freak'.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
One of One, All Men Call on Music Industry Men to Take Action Against Harmful Behaviour

One of One, All Men Call on Music Industry Men to Take Action Against Harmful Behaviour

One of One and All Men will host a free webinar on November 30th, encouraging men in the Australian music industry to take more action for safer workplaces.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
One of One, All Men Call on Music Industry Men to Take Action Against Harmful Behaviour

News

One of One, All Men Call on Music Industry Men to Take Action Against Harmful Behaviour

One of One and All Men will host a free webinar on November 30th, encouraging men in the Australian music industry to take more action for safer workplaces.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
Mental As Anything Documentary Heads to Seven Following Cinema Release

Mental As Anything Documentary Heads to Seven Following Cinema Release

'Live It Up: The Mental As Anything Story' will premiere on Seven and 7plus this month following its theatrical release in March.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
Mental As Anything Documentary Heads to Seven Following Cinema Release

News

Mental As Anything Documentary Heads to Seven Following Cinema Release

'Live It Up: The Mental As Anything Story' will premiere on Seven and 7plus this month following its theatrical release in March.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 11, 2026
Australia's Arts Spending Trails OECD Average by 37% as New Research Initiative Launches

Australia's Arts Spending Trails OECD Average by 37% as New Research Initiative Launches

RISING and Mandala have launched a new research initiative to rethink the value of Australia's arts sector amid record participation and ongoing funding gaps.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 10, 2026
Australia's Arts Spending Trails OECD Average by 37% as New Research Initiative Launches

News

Australia's Arts Spending Trails OECD Average by 37% as New Research Initiative Launches

RISING and Mandala have launched a new research initiative to rethink the value of Australia's arts sector amid record participation and ongoing funding gaps.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 10, 2026
Music Victoria Welcomes Coalition’s Live Music Reforms, Pushes for Greater Investment

Music Victoria Welcomes Coalition’s Live Music Reforms, Pushes for Greater Investment

Music Victoria has welcomed the Victorian Coalition’s live music reforms, but is calling for greater investment in the state’s grassroots music sector.

By Lauren McNamara - Nov 10, 2026
Music Victoria Welcomes Coalition’s Live Music Reforms, Pushes for Greater Investment

News

Music Victoria Welcomes Coalition’s Live Music Reforms, Pushes for Greater Investment

Music Victoria has welcomed the Victorian Coalition’s live music reforms, but is calling for greater investment in the state’s grassroots music sector.

By Lauren McNamara - Nov 10, 2026
Robbie Mortimer Named Face of 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival

Robbie Mortimer Named Face of 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival

Robbie Mortimer joins Adam Harvey, Amber Lawrence and more as a 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival ambassador, announcing his debut headline show.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 10, 2026
Robbie Mortimer Named Face of 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival

News

Robbie Mortimer Named Face of 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival

Robbie Mortimer joins Adam Harvey, Amber Lawrence and more as a 2027 Tamworth Country Music Festival ambassador, announcing his debut headline show.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 10, 2026
Jack River Signs to G.Y.R.O. Ahead of New Music Chapter

Jack River Signs to G.Y.R.O. Ahead of New Music Chapter

Jack River has signed to Australian label and distributor G.Y.R.O., announcing the partnership alongside "Borderline", her first new music since 2023.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 9, 2026
Jack River Signs to G.Y.R.O. Ahead of New Music Chapter

News

Jack River Signs to G.Y.R.O. Ahead of New Music Chapter

Jack River has signed to Australian label and distributor G.Y.R.O., announcing the partnership alongside "Borderline", her first new music since 2023.

By Jade Kennedy - Nov 9, 2026
Ninajirachi Wins 2026 NSW Music Prize, 3% and BOY SODA Also Honoured

Ninajirachi Wins 2026 NSW Music Prize, 3% and BOY SODA Also Honoured

Just 12 months after winning the inaugural NSW Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Ninajirachi has returned to claim the top honour at the 2026 NSW Music Prize.

By Lauren McNamara - Nov 9, 2026
Ninajirachi Wins 2026 NSW Music Prize, 3% and BOY SODA Also Honoured

News

Ninajirachi Wins 2026 NSW Music Prize, 3% and BOY SODA Also Honoured

Just 12 months after winning the inaugural NSW Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Ninajirachi has returned to claim the top honour at the 2026 NSW Music Prize.

By Lauren McNamara - Nov 9, 2026