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Bianca Davino

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Powerful men in music are like Bitcoin

Powerful men in music are like Bitcoin

It’s no secret that almost all heads of Australian music companies are men. There are some brilliant female CEOs and senior executives like Rachel Comerford (Unified), Jessica Ducrou (Secret Sounds)…

By Bianca Davino - Jan 1, 2019
Powerful men in music are like Bitcoin

Opinion

Powerful men in music are like Bitcoin

It’s no secret that almost all heads of Australian music companies are men. There are some brilliant female CEOs and senior executives like Rachel Comerford (Unified), Jessica Ducrou (Secret Sounds)…

By Bianca Davino - Jan 1, 2019
Lauren Mikkor and Greg Carey discuss how to foster a personal and business relationship with artists

Lauren Mikkor and Greg Carey discuss how to foster a personal and business relationship with artists

2018's Electronic Music Conference is just around the corner - boasting the world's finest in electronic production, management, and publicity, the conference is a must-attend for the beat-fanatics…

By Bianca Davino - Nov 9, 2018
Lauren Mikkor and Greg Carey discuss how to foster a personal and business relationship with artists

News

Lauren Mikkor and Greg Carey discuss how to foster a personal and business relationship with artists

2018's Electronic Music Conference is just around the corner - boasting the world's finest in electronic production, management, and publicity, the conference is a must-attend for the beat-fanatics…

By Bianca Davino - Nov 9, 2018
The Making of Tash Sultana - an oral history

The Making of Tash Sultana - an oral history

From the outside, the career of any famous musician seems practically effortless. Just take Tash Sultana, a Melbourne-born roots and blues-indebted loop pedal master. Over the period of two brief…

By Bianca Davino - Aug 22, 2018
The Making of Tash Sultana - an oral history

Features

The Making of Tash Sultana - an oral history

From the outside, the career of any famous musician seems practically effortless. Just take Tash Sultana, a Melbourne-born roots and blues-indebted loop pedal master. Over the period of two brief…

By Bianca Davino - Aug 22, 2018
Green Day's 'American Idiot' is storming the UK charts ahead of Donald Trump's visit

Green Day's 'American Idiot' is storming the UK charts ahead of Donald Trump's visit

For punk kids born in the late 90s, Green Day's seminal 2004 release American Idiot was a head-first foray into the sheer political power of power-chord laden anarchy. Beneath the saccharine hooks…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 10, 2018
Green Day's 'American Idiot' is storming the UK charts ahead of Donald Trump's visit

News

Green Day's 'American Idiot' is storming the UK charts ahead of Donald Trump's visit

For punk kids born in the late 90s, Green Day's seminal 2004 release American Idiot was a head-first foray into the sheer political power of power-chord laden anarchy. Beneath the saccharine hooks…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 10, 2018
Gibson CEO calls accusations of poor quality control "fake news"

Gibson CEO calls accusations of poor quality control "fake news"

In May this year, legendary guitar brand Gibson filed for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after rumours circulated that the company owed $145 million in bank loans that were issued in 2013. Now,…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 3, 2018
Gibson CEO calls accusations of poor quality control "fake news"

News

Gibson CEO calls accusations of poor quality control "fake news"

In May this year, legendary guitar brand Gibson filed for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after rumours circulated that the company owed $145 million in bank loans that were issued in 2013. Now,…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 3, 2018
Drake's 'Scorpion' sets massive new Apple Music streaming record

Drake's 'Scorpion' sets massive new Apple Music streaming record

As of Friday, Drake SZN officially began with the release of his hotly anticipated fifth studio album Scorpion. The 25-track album features previously released smash hits 'Nice For What' and 'God's…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 2, 2018
Drake's 'Scorpion' sets massive new Apple Music streaming record

News

Drake's 'Scorpion' sets massive new Apple Music streaming record

As of Friday, Drake SZN officially began with the release of his hotly anticipated fifth studio album Scorpion. The 25-track album features previously released smash hits 'Nice For What' and 'God's…

By Bianca Davino - Jul 2, 2018
The first artist lineup for BIGSOUND 2018 is finally here

The first artist lineup for BIGSOUND 2018 is finally here

In May this year, BIGSOUND announced its first round of speakers and forums, including a very special keynote speech from Dave Grohl's mum. Now, the initial lineup of artists who are set to take over…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 21, 2018
The first artist lineup for BIGSOUND 2018 is finally here

News

The first artist lineup for BIGSOUND 2018 is finally here

In May this year, BIGSOUND announced its first round of speakers and forums, including a very special keynote speech from Dave Grohl's mum. Now, the initial lineup of artists who are set to take over…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 21, 2018
Spotify pay tribute to late XXXTentacion weeks after pulling his music

Spotify pay tribute to late XXXTentacion weeks after pulling his music

Spotify has paid tribute to late rapper XXXTentacion, just weeks after pulling his music from the platforms curated playlists following their now defunct "hate policy". The 20-year-old rapper died…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 20, 2018
Spotify pay tribute to late XXXTentacion weeks after pulling his music

News

Spotify pay tribute to late XXXTentacion weeks after pulling his music

Spotify has paid tribute to late rapper XXXTentacion, just weeks after pulling his music from the platforms curated playlists following their now defunct "hate policy". The 20-year-old rapper died…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 20, 2018
Kesha claims Doctor Luke sexually assaulted Katy Perry in text message to Lady Gaga

Kesha claims Doctor Luke sexually assaulted Katy Perry in text message to Lady Gaga

CW: This article mentions rape and sexual abuse A new layer had been added to Kesha's ongoing battle against Doctor Luke has been revealed. In new documents obtained by The Blast, Doctor Luke has…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 14, 2018
Kesha claims Doctor Luke sexually assaulted Katy Perry in text message to Lady Gaga

News

Kesha claims Doctor Luke sexually assaulted Katy Perry in text message to Lady Gaga

CW: This article mentions rape and sexual abuse A new layer had been added to Kesha's ongoing battle against Doctor Luke has been revealed. In new documents obtained by The Blast, Doctor Luke has…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 14, 2018
AIR Awards announce Best Independent Label nominees for 2018

AIR Awards announce Best Independent Label nominees for 2018

In April, the first round of nominees for this year's AIR Awards were announced, recognising the incredible talent abundant in Australia's music industry. Now, the Australian Record Labels…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 13, 2018
AIR Awards announce Best Independent Label nominees for 2018

News

AIR Awards announce Best Independent Label nominees for 2018

In April, the first round of nominees for this year's AIR Awards were announced, recognising the incredible talent abundant in Australia's music industry. Now, the Australian Record Labels…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 13, 2018
Here are the 50 most played tracks on triple j in 2018 so far

Here are the 50 most played tracks on triple j in 2018 so far

It's coming up to that time of year again where we start to ponder just who could take out the title as triple j's Hottest 100 winner. Whilst punters may have their elaborate theories as to what…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 5, 2018
Here are the 50 most played tracks on triple j in 2018 so far

News

Here are the 50 most played tracks on triple j in 2018 so far

It's coming up to that time of year again where we start to ponder just who could take out the title as triple j's Hottest 100 winner. Whilst punters may have their elaborate theories as to what…

By Bianca Davino - Jun 5, 2018
triple j's Ben and Liam are fronting a campaign to help prevent youth suicide

triple j's Ben and Liam are fronting a campaign to help prevent youth suicide

The Australian Suicide Prevention Foundation (ASPF) has launched a new video competition initiative that aims to improve the experiences young people encounter online, at school or with friends and…

By Bianca Davino - May 30, 2018
triple j's Ben and Liam are fronting a campaign to help prevent youth suicide

News

triple j's Ben and Liam are fronting a campaign to help prevent youth suicide

The Australian Suicide Prevention Foundation (ASPF) has launched a new video competition initiative that aims to improve the experiences young people encounter online, at school or with friends and…

By Bianca Davino - May 30, 2018
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