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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)…

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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)…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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,…

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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,…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…
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