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Over 2,000 Turn Out to Protest Closure of Sydney's Divine Playhouse
A rally protesting the closure of new Sydney live venue, Divine Playhouse, took place in Hyde Park on Saturday.
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Over 2,000 Turn Out to Protest Closure of Sydney's Divine Playhouse
A rally protesting the closure of new Sydney live venue, Divine Playhouse, took place in Hyde Park on Saturday.
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Tones And I Joins The Voice as Seven Reveals 2026 Format and Recording Prize
‘The Voice Australia’ returns to Seven and 7plus this Sunday, August 2nd, with a revamped coaching panel and an expanded recording development prize for the competition winner. Tones and I will join…
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Gracie Abrams Shoots to the Top of the Aotearoa Charts
Gracie Abrams and returning New Zealand music icon Gin Wigmore have scored big on the Official Aotearoa Music Charts this week.Fresh from relocating to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland recently, Wigmore tops…
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Afterpay Arena Officially Opens its Doors
Afterpay Arena has officially opened its doors in Sydney this week.
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Live Nation Launches 'Christmas in July' Ticket Sale Across Australia and New Zealand
Live Nation is rolling out a five-day ticket sale across Australia and New Zealand, offering discounted tickets and limited releases for dozens of upcoming tours.The promoter's Christmas in July sale…
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Live Nation Launches 'Christmas in July' Ticket Sale Across Australia and New Zealand
Live Nation is rolling out a five-day ticket sale across Australia and New Zealand, offering discounted tickets and limited releases for dozens of upcoming tours.The promoter's Christmas in July sale…
'Everyone Wants to Be Known for Something': Local Artist Jael Is Finding Her Niche in the UK Music Scene
Ahead of the release of her debut EP 'Mama Says', we caught up with Congolese-Australian singer-songwriter Jael.
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'Everyone Wants to Be Known for Something': Local Artist Jael Is Finding Her Niche in the UK Music Scene
Ahead of the release of her debut EP 'Mama Says', we caught up with Congolese-Australian singer-songwriter Jael.
Artists Discuss the Importance of NZ On Air's Touring Fund
For many artists, touring has become an increasingly difficult equation: costs are climbing, audiences are buying tickets later, and the financial risk still falls largely on the performer. A NZ On…
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Artists Discuss the Importance of NZ On Air's Touring Fund
For many artists, touring has become an increasingly difficult equation: costs are climbing, audiences are buying tickets later, and the financial risk still falls largely on the performer. A NZ On…
The Push Secures Over $400,000 to Expand High School Music Program
The Push will expand its high school music, events and industry careers workshops across Australia, after securing more than $400,000 through the federal government's Revive Live Program.The youth…
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The Push Secures Over $400,000 to Expand High School Music Program
The Push will expand its high school music, events and industry careers workshops across Australia, after securing more than $400,000 through the federal government's Revive Live Program.The youth…
APRA AMCOS and NFSA Launch The National Songbook
APRA AMCOS and the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia have launched The National Songbook, a new annual initiative designed to formally recognise the songs and scores that have helped shape…
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APRA AMCOS and NFSA Launch The National Songbook
APRA AMCOS and the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia have launched The National Songbook, a new annual initiative designed to formally recognise the songs and scores that have helped shape…
Spilt Milk Festival Moves to Geelong
Spilt Milk officially has a new home in Victoria.The regional touring festival has revealed that after four events in Ballarat, Geelong will play host for Victorian fans from this year through to at…
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Spilt Milk Festival Moves to Geelong
Spilt Milk officially has a new home in Victoria.The regional touring festival has revealed that after four events in Ballarat, Geelong will play host for Victorian fans from this year through to at…
UNIFIED Music Group Enhances Community Music Platform
UNIFIED Music Group has expanded its funding capabilities within its Community Music platform. Community Music is a curated distribution platform purpose-built for independent artists. The platform…
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UNIFIED Music Group Enhances Community Music Platform
UNIFIED Music Group has expanded its funding capabilities within its Community Music platform. Community Music is a curated distribution platform purpose-built for independent artists. The platform…
The Push to Celebrate 40th Anniversary With Return of Push Over Festival
Youth music charity The Push will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year with the one-off return of famous local festival, Push Over.
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The Push to Celebrate 40th Anniversary With Return of Push Over Festival
Youth music charity The Push will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year with the one-off return of famous local festival, Push Over.
Why One Day Is Betting on Artist Development in the Streaming Era
When One Day launched as an artist collective over a decade ago, becoming a record label wasn't the immediate goal. Building artists was.Today, after evolving into one of Australia's most respected…
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Why One Day Is Betting on Artist Development in the Streaming Era
When One Day launched as an artist collective over a decade ago, becoming a record label wasn't the immediate goal. Building artists was.Today, after evolving into one of Australia's most respected…
Ella Langley Ties Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey on US Chart
Ella Langley has tied a major record in the US.The breakout star's breakout hit “Choosin' Texas” has now reached the level of Whitney Houston's “I Will Always Love You” and Mariah Carey's “We Belong…
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Ella Langley Ties Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey on US Chart
Ella Langley has tied a major record in the US.The breakout star's breakout hit “Choosin' Texas” has now reached the level of Whitney Houston's “I Will Always Love You” and Mariah Carey's “We Belong…
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