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PPCA Welcomes Federal Review of Radio Royalty Caps Amid Push for Fairer Artist Pay
The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s support for a cost-benefit analysis into removing long-standing caps on licence fees paid by radio…
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PPCA Welcomes Federal Review of Radio Royalty Caps Amid Push for Fairer Artist Pay
The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s support for a cost-benefit analysis into removing long-standing caps on licence fees paid by radio…
Open Season 2026 Strengthens Brisbane’s Position in Australia’s Winter Festival Circuit
Winter is increasingly becoming a key window for live music in Australia, with major city-wide programs continuing to drive touring activity during the traditionally quieter months. In Sydney, Vivid…
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Open Season 2026 Strengthens Brisbane’s Position in Australia’s Winter Festival Circuit
Winter is increasingly becoming a key window for live music in Australia, with major city-wide programs continuing to drive touring activity during the traditionally quieter months. In Sydney, Vivid…
Live Nation Expands Support for Emerging Talent With ‘Next On’ Series
Live Nation ANZ has launched a new initiative aimed at breaking down barriers for emerging artists and photographers, debuting the program with a sold-out Melbourne show earlier this month. Unveiled…
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Live Nation Expands Support for Emerging Talent With ‘Next On’ Series
Live Nation ANZ has launched a new initiative aimed at breaking down barriers for emerging artists and photographers, debuting the program with a sold-out Melbourne show earlier this month. Unveiled…
Ocean Alley Wrap Record-Breaking AU/NZ Tour, Shift 80,000+ Tickets
Ocean Alley have wrapped the biggest headline tour of their career, moving more than 80,000 tickets across an 11-date run through Australia and New Zealand. The tour, which ran from January through…
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Ocean Alley Wrap Record-Breaking AU/NZ Tour, Shift 80,000+ Tickets
Ocean Alley have wrapped the biggest headline tour of their career, moving more than 80,000 tickets across an 11-date run through Australia and New Zealand. The tour, which ran from January through…
Australian Crawl Trademark Dispute Raises Questions Around Legacy Ownership
On March 12, 2026, the founding members of Australian Crawl filed an application in the Australian Federal Court challenging Bill McDonough’s ownership of the band’s trademarks, which he registered…
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Australian Crawl Trademark Dispute Raises Questions Around Legacy Ownership
On March 12, 2026, the founding members of Australian Crawl filed an application in the Australian Federal Court challenging Bill McDonough’s ownership of the band’s trademarks, which he registered…
No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees
The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) has waived all nomination fees for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards, in a move designed to reduce barriers for artists and industry…
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No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees
The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) has waived all nomination fees for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards, in a move designed to reduce barriers for artists and industry…
Sofar Sounds Relaunches Melbourne Shows After Two-Year Hiatus with New Curator
Global live music platform Sofar Sounds is set to return to Melbourne after a two-year hiatus, with a relaunch event scheduled for Sunday, March 22nd at a secret location. The organisation has also…
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Sofar Sounds Relaunches Melbourne Shows After Two-Year Hiatus with New Curator
Global live music platform Sofar Sounds is set to return to Melbourne after a two-year hiatus, with a relaunch event scheduled for Sunday, March 22nd at a secret location. The organisation has also…
Sydney Symphony Orchestra Scraps Booking Fees for 2026 Season in Transparency Push
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra will remove booking fees from all ticket purchases starting with its 2026 season, positioning itself among the first major Australian arts organisations to adopt fully…
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Sydney Symphony Orchestra Scraps Booking Fees for 2026 Season in Transparency Push
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra will remove booking fees from all ticket purchases starting with its 2026 season, positioning itself among the first major Australian arts organisations to adopt fully…
Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz Asked to Sing on New Gang of Youths Music
Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz has revealed that he has been asked to sing on some new Gang of Youths‘ tracks. Appearing on the latest episode of the Rolling Stone Uncut podcast, the 61-year-old…
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Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz Asked to Sing on New Gang of Youths Music
Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz has revealed that he has been asked to sing on some new Gang of Youths‘ tracks. Appearing on the latest episode of the Rolling Stone Uncut podcast, the 61-year-old…
Taylor Swift Drove US Vinyl Sales to a Record High Last Year
US vinyl sales have surpassed $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time since 1983, highlighting the format’s continued resurgence and the growing influence of blockbuster releases on physical…
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Taylor Swift Drove US Vinyl Sales to a Record High Last Year
US vinyl sales have surpassed $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time since 1983, highlighting the format’s continued resurgence and the growing influence of blockbuster releases on physical…
Margaret Zhang Announced as Keynote Speaker for ARIA Innovator 2026
Filmmaker, creative director and producer Margaret Zhang has been announced as the latest speaker for ARIA Innovator 2026, set to take place on Tuesday, March 24th at the State Library of New South…
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Margaret Zhang Announced as Keynote Speaker for ARIA Innovator 2026
Filmmaker, creative director and producer Margaret Zhang has been announced as the latest speaker for ARIA Innovator 2026, set to take place on Tuesday, March 24th at the State Library of New South…
Qudos Bank Arena Sells 15 Millionth Ticket at Linkin Park’s Sold-Out Sydney Show
Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena has reached a major milestone, announcing it sold its 15 millionth ticket during Linkin Park’s sold-out concert over the weekend. The landmark purchase was made by Jarrod…
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Qudos Bank Arena Sells 15 Millionth Ticket at Linkin Park’s Sold-Out Sydney Show
Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena has reached a major milestone, announcing it sold its 15 millionth ticket during Linkin Park’s sold-out concert over the weekend. The landmark purchase was made by Jarrod…
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