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LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

Peking Duk have released a new single, titled "Forever". The single, which is a collaboration with US dream-pop duo Phantogram, features on the group's forthcoming album, Paradise. Adam Hyde, one…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

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LISTEN: Peking Duk Tease New Album with Phantogram Collaboration

Peking Duk have released a new single, titled "Forever". The single, which is a collaboration with US dream-pop duo Phantogram, features on the group's forthcoming album, Paradise. Adam Hyde, one…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount Pictures and Warner Music Group have announced a major deal which will bring more films about artists and songwriters to the big screen. As per Variety, the companies are partnering under a…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

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Paramount and Warner Music Strike Deal to Make Films About Artists

Paramount Pictures and Warner Music Group have announced a major deal which will bring more films about artists and songwriters to the big screen. As per Variety, the companies are partnering under a…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

PNAU have announced a new album, titled AHHCade. The Australian-born, US-based duo will release their seventh studio album on July 31st. On the new album, PNAU’s Nick Littlemore says, “There is a…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

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PNAU Announce New Album Ahead of Regional Australia Tour

PNAU have announced a new album, titled AHHCade. The Australian-born, US-based duo will release their seventh studio album on July 31st. On the new album, PNAU’s Nick Littlemore says, “There is a…

By Conor Lochrie - May 8, 2026
UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

UNIFIED Music Group is expanding into Aotearoa New Zealand. Industry veteran Matt Harvey will lead its expansion into the new territory as its newly appointed Senior Artist Manager. "The move signals…

By Conor Lochrie - May 7, 2026
UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

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UNIFIED Expands Into New Zealand with Key Senior Appointment

UNIFIED Music Group is expanding into Aotearoa New Zealand. Industry veteran Matt Harvey will lead its expansion into the new territory as its newly appointed Senior Artist Manager. "The move signals…

By Conor Lochrie - May 7, 2026
Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber has continued his streaming dominance following his Coachella 2026 appearance. Bieber returned to the stage at the iconic California festival last month, and the comeback has paid off…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

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Justin Bieber Reaches Streaming Milestone After Coachella Success

Justin Bieber has continued his streaming dominance following his Coachella 2026 appearance. Bieber returned to the stage at the iconic California festival last month, and the comeback has paid off…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

Netflix has released the first trailer for its new docuseries about Australian pop legend Kylie Minogue. The docuseries, simply titled Kylie, centres on the life and career of one of the country's…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

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WATCH: First Trailer Released for Kylie Minogue Netflix Docuseries

Netflix has released the first trailer for its new docuseries about Australian pop legend Kylie Minogue. The docuseries, simply titled Kylie, centres on the life and career of one of the country's…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Live Nation's Ones to Watch is heading to a major English festival. The series is teaming up with Sounds Australia to present the Sounds Australia at the Beach x Ones to Watch Stage at The Great…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

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Live Nation's Ones to Watch Heads to The Great Escape Festival

Live Nation's Ones to Watch is heading to a major English festival. The series is teaming up with Sounds Australia to present the Sounds Australia at the Beach x Ones to Watch Stage at The Great…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

Heavy music is enjoying a streaming surge in Australia. According to data shared with The Music Network, there's been a 105% increase in metal streams in Australia over the last five years; an 80%…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

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Heavy Music Sees Streaming Surge in Australia

Heavy music is enjoying a streaming surge in Australia. According to data shared with The Music Network, there's been a 105% increase in metal streams in Australia over the last five years; an 80%…

By Conor Lochrie - May 6, 2026
Kobie Dee Announced as A-League Grand Final Performer

Kobie Dee Announced as A-League Grand Final Performer

Kobie Dee will perform at the Isuzu UTE 2026 A-League Grand Final. Dee has been confirmed as this year's live entertainment for the final, marking his first time performing at a major national…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Kobie Dee Announced as A-League Grand Final Performer

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Kobie Dee Announced as A-League Grand Final Performer

Kobie Dee will perform at the Isuzu UTE 2026 A-League Grand Final. Dee has been confirmed as this year's live entertainment for the final, marking his first time performing at a major national…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

Weird Fishes has announced its latest management signing, RAGEFLOWER. RAGEFLOWER is the first new signing since Weird Fishes launched last August. It's a coup for the fledgling independent artist…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

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'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

Weird Fishes has announced its latest management signing, RAGEFLOWER. RAGEFLOWER is the first new signing since Weird Fishes launched last August. It's a coup for the fledgling independent artist…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears has avoided jail time in her DUI case. As per Rolling Stone, Britney plead guilty, through her attorney, to a reduced misdemeanour charge of wet reckless. Britney didn't appear in…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

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Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears has avoided jail time in her DUI case. As per Rolling Stone, Britney plead guilty, through her attorney, to a reduced misdemeanour charge of wet reckless. Britney didn't appear in…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo is refusing to settle her backup dancers' sexual harassment lawsuit. Lizzo's world was rocked several years ago when her former backup dancers accused her of sexual harassment and fat-shaming…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

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Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo is refusing to settle her backup dancers' sexual harassment lawsuit. Lizzo's world was rocked several years ago when her former backup dancers accused her of sexual harassment and fat-shaming…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
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