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New Zealand's Taite Music Prize Heads to New Venue, Opens to Public for First Time
It's a year of significant change for New Zealand's Taite Music Prize. Now in its 17th year, the Taite Music Prize "continues to honour albums of depth, vision, and artistic integrity, recognising…

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New Zealand's Taite Music Prize Heads to New Venue, Opens to Public for First Time
It's a year of significant change for New Zealand's Taite Music Prize. Now in its 17th year, the Taite Music Prize "continues to honour albums of depth, vision, and artistic integrity, recognising…

Triple J Is Releasing More Like A Version Performances in March
Triple J has ended the weekend with a major announcement for the month ahead. The radio station has announced that, for the first time ever, it's sharing double the amount of Like A Version…

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Triple J Is Releasing More Like A Version Performances in March
Triple J has ended the weekend with a major announcement for the month ahead. The radio station has announced that, for the first time ever, it's sharing double the amount of Like A Version…

Artist Applications Open for BIGSOUND 2026
Artist applications are open for BIGSOUND 2026. The Southern Hemisphere's largest music showcase is celebrating 25 years this September. Organisers today announced that artists can apply now for…

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Artist Applications Open for BIGSOUND 2026
Artist applications are open for BIGSOUND 2026. The Southern Hemisphere's largest music showcase is celebrating 25 years this September. Organisers today announced that artists can apply now for…

Niall Horan Says New Album 'Is Done'
It seems like Niall Horan is going to quickly follow his former One Direction bandmates in releasing a new solo album. As per Rolling Stone, the Irish musician took to social media to confirm he's…

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Niall Horan Says New Album 'Is Done'
It seems like Niall Horan is going to quickly follow his former One Direction bandmates in releasing a new solo album. As per Rolling Stone, the Irish musician took to social media to confirm he's…

Greg Segal Joins TEG as Managing Director of Sponsorship & Premium Experiences
Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has announced the appointment of Greg Segal as Managing Director of Sponsorship Premium Experiences. Segal joins TEG with more than 30 years experience in brand…

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Greg Segal Joins TEG as Managing Director of Sponsorship & Premium Experiences
Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) has announced the appointment of Greg Segal as Managing Director of Sponsorship Premium Experiences. Segal joins TEG with more than 30 years experience in brand…

Alice Ivy, Ninajirachi Lead 2026 MPEG Awards Winners
The Music Producer and Engineers’ Guild of Australia (MPEG) has announced the winners of the 2026 MPEG Awards presented by Shure. The awards, which celebrate outstanding achievement across music…

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Alice Ivy, Ninajirachi Lead 2026 MPEG Awards Winners
The Music Producer and Engineers’ Guild of Australia (MPEG) has announced the winners of the 2026 MPEG Awards presented by Shure. The awards, which celebrate outstanding achievement across music…

INXS Nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 have been revealed, featuring legendary Australian rock band INXS. The list also contains Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey,…

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INXS Nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 have been revealed, featuring legendary Australian rock band INXS. The list also contains Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey,…

Outkast Settle Trademark Dispute with Atlanta EDM Duo
Outkast have settled a trademark dispute involving an Atlanta-based EDM duo. The duo goes by the name ATLIens, which is a term Outkast coined with their acclaimed 1996 album of the same name. As per…

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Outkast Settle Trademark Dispute with Atlanta EDM Duo
Outkast have settled a trademark dispute involving an Atlanta-based EDM duo. The duo goes by the name ATLIens, which is a term Outkast coined with their acclaimed 1996 album of the same name. As per…

AEG International Accelerates APAC Expansion with Key Appointment
AEG International has announced the appointment of John Langford to the role of President, APAC, AEG International. Langford will start in his new role effective April 1st of this year. He will lead…

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AEG International Accelerates APAC Expansion with Key Appointment
AEG International has announced the appointment of John Langford to the role of President, APAC, AEG International. Langford will start in his new role effective April 1st of this year. He will lead…

Tom Morello Is Going on Tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will have a very special guest on their upcoming tour — Tom Morello. The Rage Against the Machine guitarist is joining the band at every stop of their upcoming…

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Tom Morello Is Going on Tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will have a very special guest on their upcoming tour — Tom Morello. The Rage Against the Machine guitarist is joining the band at every stop of their upcoming…

Tame Impala to Tour Australia Supported by Ninajirachi
Tame Impala are coming home. Kevin Parker is bringing his genre-bending music project home for arena shows in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth this October (see full dates below). Tickets to…

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Tame Impala to Tour Australia Supported by Ninajirachi
Tame Impala are coming home. Kevin Parker is bringing his genre-bending music project home for arena shows in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth this October (see full dates below). Tickets to…

Simon Cahill Announces Departure From TEG: 'I'm Energised by What's Next'
Simon Cahill is leaving Ticket Entertainment Group (TEG). After spending an "incredible" three years with the company helping establish SXSW Sydney, Cahill revealed in a LinkedIn post that has time…

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Simon Cahill Announces Departure From TEG: 'I'm Energised by What's Next'
Simon Cahill is leaving Ticket Entertainment Group (TEG). After spending an "incredible" three years with the company helping establish SXSW Sydney, Cahill revealed in a LinkedIn post that has time…
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