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Stereosonic founder embroiled in bitter stalker court battle
The founder of the popular music festival Stereosonic is embroiled in a bitter court battle with a former friend after he feared a stalker would hunt him down at his own home. The festival's founder…

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Stereosonic founder embroiled in bitter stalker court battle
The founder of the popular music festival Stereosonic is embroiled in a bitter court battle with a former friend after he feared a stalker would hunt him down at his own home. The festival's founder…

Snoop Dogg officially acquires Death Row Records
Snoop Dogg has officially acquired Death Row Records after first rising to fame on the label in the 1990s. As reported by Variety, the hip hop mogul purchased the label from the Blackstone-controlled…

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Snoop Dogg officially acquires Death Row Records
Snoop Dogg has officially acquired Death Row Records after first rising to fame on the label in the 1990s. As reported by Variety, the hip hop mogul purchased the label from the Blackstone-controlled…

Street University and I.C.E. to offer young musicians free online workshops
The Street University and Information + Cultural Exchange (I.C.E.) are joining together to provide free online workshops for young musicians across Australia throughout Term 1 2022. Street Exchange:…

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Street University and I.C.E. to offer young musicians free online workshops
The Street University and Information + Cultural Exchange (I.C.E.) are joining together to provide free online workshops for young musicians across Australia throughout Term 1 2022. Street Exchange:…

Heirs of Jimi Hendrix Experience bandmates sue Sony Music U.K.
The heirs of Jimi Hendrix's former bandmates are suing Sony Music U.K. for millions over copyright issues and streaming royalties. As reported by Variety, the heirs of bassist Noel Redding and…

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Heirs of Jimi Hendrix Experience bandmates sue Sony Music U.K.
The heirs of Jimi Hendrix's former bandmates are suing Sony Music U.K. for millions over copyright issues and streaming royalties. As reported by Variety, the heirs of bassist Noel Redding and…

Lawrence Mooney sues Triple M for over $1 million in damages
Lawrence Mooney is suing Triple M for more than $1 million in damages over his recent sacking from the radio station. The comedian was removed from the prized breakfast radio slot back in November…

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Lawrence Mooney sues Triple M for over $1 million in damages
Lawrence Mooney is suing Triple M for more than $1 million in damages over his recent sacking from the radio station. The comedian was removed from the prized breakfast radio slot back in November…

Only 13 U.S. number one songs this century had just one writer
A new and highly unexpected music feud emerged this week. Blur and Gorillaz star Damon Albarn caused a furore online after he dismissed the songwriting abilities of Taylor Swift in an LA Times…

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Only 13 U.S. number one songs this century had just one writer
A new and highly unexpected music feud emerged this week. Blur and Gorillaz star Damon Albarn caused a furore online after he dismissed the songwriting abilities of Taylor Swift in an LA Times…

NSW government announces huge support package for events impacted by COVID-19
The NSW government has announced a huge support package for events in the state that have been severely impacted by COVID-19. Any major event that was "cancelled or significantly disrupted" due to…

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NSW government announces huge support package for events impacted by COVID-19
The NSW government has announced a huge support package for events in the state that have been severely impacted by COVID-19. Any major event that was "cancelled or significantly disrupted" due to…

The estate of Prince finally valued at $156.4 million
The estate of Prince has been given a final valuation of $156.4 million, bringing to an end a gruelling six-year legal battle. As reported by The Minneapolis Star Tribune, the late pop star's estate…

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The estate of Prince finally valued at $156.4 million
The estate of Prince has been given a final valuation of $156.4 million, bringing to an end a gruelling six-year legal battle. As reported by The Minneapolis Star Tribune, the late pop star's estate…

The Hillsong youth event is now under investigation
Hillsong is now under investigation for hosting a youth event that went viral this week for clearly breaching COVID-19 restrictions. Just as the Australian government reintroduced COVID protocols…

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The Hillsong youth event is now under investigation
Hillsong is now under investigation for hosting a youth event that went viral this week for clearly breaching COVID-19 restrictions. Just as the Australian government reintroduced COVID protocols…

John Legend becomes latest artist to sell music catalogue
John Legend has reportedly become the latest big name artist to sell the rights to their recording catalogue for a sizeable sum. As per Bloomberg, KKR and BMG have both acquired a 50% stake in the R…

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John Legend becomes latest artist to sell music catalogue
John Legend has reportedly become the latest big name artist to sell the rights to their recording catalogue for a sizeable sum. As per Bloomberg, KKR and BMG have both acquired a 50% stake in the R…

Morgan Wallen and Dua Lipa dominated sales and streams in 2021
Morgan Wallen and Dua Lipa had huge years for sales and streaming respectively in 2021. As 2022 gets going, MRC Data has announced its end-of-year numbers for 2021. As reported by Billboard, Wallen's…

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Morgan Wallen and Dua Lipa dominated sales and streams in 2021
Morgan Wallen and Dua Lipa had huge years for sales and streaming respectively in 2021. As 2022 gets going, MRC Data has announced its end-of-year numbers for 2021. As reported by Billboard, Wallen's…

Ticketmaster and Live Nation face new lawsuit over market dominance
Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation are being sued again over claims that they're continuing to violate antitrust laws. As reported by Billboard, the companies are facing another lawsuit with…

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Ticketmaster and Live Nation face new lawsuit over market dominance
Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation are being sued again over claims that they're continuing to violate antitrust laws. As reported by Billboard, the companies are facing another lawsuit with…
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