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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ. Formed eight years ago in Melbourne's Frankston, the four-piece -- Maisie…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

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Concord Music Publishing ANZ Signs The Belair Lip Bombs

Acclaimed indie-rock band The Belair Lip Bombs have signed a global publishing agreement with Concord Music Publishing ANZ. Formed eight years ago in Melbourne's Frankston, the four-piece -- Maisie…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single "Beer Back Home", due for release on October 10th. The single will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

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Morgan Evans Partners With Virgin Music Group, Announces New Single

Australian country star Morgan Evans has signed with Virgin Music Group for the next phase of his career, starting with a new single "Beer Back Home", due for release on October 10th. The single will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between its flagship collaborative songwriting program SongHubs and African organisations for the inaugural African SongHubs. Taking place from October…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

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APRA AMCOS Announces World-First SongHubs Partnership

APRA AMCOS has announced a major partnership between its flagship collaborative songwriting program SongHubs and African organisations for the inaugural African SongHubs. Taking place from October…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction, an all-star ambassador lineup, and a rallying cry to celebrate the industry's legends. Ausmusic T-Shirt Day has become…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Returns With New Look and Major Ambassadors

Ausmusic T-Shirt Day is returning this year, with a bold new creative direction, an all-star ambassador lineup, and a rallying cry to celebrate the industry's legends. Ausmusic T-Shirt Day has become…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 30, 2025
Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'

Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'

Music industry bodies have warned the Productivity Commission's proposed changes to the Copyright Act would "devastate" the industry and strip people of the right to control and commercialise their…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'

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Industry Bodies Reject Productivity Commission's AI Proposal: 'It would be devastating'

Music industry bodies have warned the Productivity Commission's proposed changes to the Copyright Act would "devastate" the industry and strip people of the right to control and commercialise their…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud

Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud

Trigger warning: The following article contains references of domestic violence, family trauma and emotional distress. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud

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Vanessa Amorosi Opens Up About Secret Trauma Behind Family Feud

Trigger warning: The following article contains references of domestic violence, family trauma and emotional distress. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'

Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'

Kylie Minogue has released Tension Tour//Live 2025, an album from her spectacular 2025 world tour. The 'Tension Tour', Minogue's biggest since 2011, saw the global icon perform 66 shows in cities…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'

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Kylie Minogue Releases Live Album From 2025 'Tension Tour'

Kylie Minogue has released Tension Tour//Live 2025, an album from her spectacular 2025 world tour. The 'Tension Tour', Minogue's biggest since 2011, saw the global icon perform 66 shows in cities…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates

Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates

Baker Boy has announced his first Australian headline tour in over two years, presented by Handsome Tours, Lunatic Entertainment, Select Music, and triple j. Set for April and May 2026, Baker Boy…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates

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Baker Boy Reveals Australian Tour Dates

Baker Boy has announced his first Australian headline tour in over two years, presented by Handsome Tours, Lunatic Entertainment, Select Music, and triple j. Set for April and May 2026, Baker Boy…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 29, 2025
2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed

2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed

The nominees for the 2025 ARIA Awards have been named, along with a new category celebrating Australian festivals. In partnership with Spotify, the 39th ARIA Awards will celebrate the artists…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 25, 2025
2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed

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2025 ARIA Awards Introduces New Festival Category, Nominees Revealed

The nominees for the 2025 ARIA Awards have been named, along with a new category celebrating Australian festivals. In partnership with Spotify, the 39th ARIA Awards will celebrate the artists…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 25, 2025
Metallica Teams Up with Lifeblood to Boost Blood Donations on Australian Tour

Metallica Teams Up with Lifeblood to Boost Blood Donations on Australian Tour

Putting blood donation centre stage, legendary rock band Metallica have joined forces with Australia Red Cross Lifeblood for a donation campaign during its upcoming Australian tour. The band will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 23, 2025
Metallica Teams Up with Lifeblood to Boost Blood Donations on Australian Tour

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Metallica Teams Up with Lifeblood to Boost Blood Donations on Australian Tour

Putting blood donation centre stage, legendary rock band Metallica have joined forces with Australia Red Cross Lifeblood for a donation campaign during its upcoming Australian tour. The band will…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 23, 2025
Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

The Laneway 2026 lineup has landed. Confirmed on next year's bill includes headlining act Chappell Roan, as well as Role Model, PinkPantheress, Wet Leg, BENEE, Gigi Perez, Wolf Alice, and Teen Jesus…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 18, 2025
Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

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Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

The Laneway 2026 lineup has landed. Confirmed on next year's bill includes headlining act Chappell Roan, as well as Role Model, PinkPantheress, Wet Leg, BENEE, Gigi Perez, Wolf Alice, and Teen Jesus…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 18, 2025
Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes has amicably ended his six-year partnership with Chugg Music, closing a chapter that helped shape his award-winning career and left a mark on the Australian country music scene. Both…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

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Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes has amicably ended his six-year partnership with Chugg Music, closing a chapter that helped shape his award-winning career and left a mark on the Australian country music scene. Both…

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
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