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Nick Cave on whether AI will ever be able to write a good song
Australian songwriter, poet and occasional film actor, Nick Cave has answered a fan letter to offer his thoughts on artificial intelligence, human limitations, algorithmic emotion, and 'Smells Like…

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Nick Cave on whether AI will ever be able to write a good song
Australian songwriter, poet and occasional film actor, Nick Cave has answered a fan letter to offer his thoughts on artificial intelligence, human limitations, algorithmic emotion, and 'Smells Like…
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Joshua Merriel (Greyscale Records & triple j's Short.Fast.Loud.) launches new podcast [Exclusive]
Some may know him as the presenter behind Australia's most loved punk and hardcore show, triple j's short.fast.loud. Others may know him as the founder of Greyscale Records, which includes Alpha…
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Joshua Merriel (Greyscale Records & triple j's Short.Fast.Loud.) launches new podcast [Exclusive]
Some may know him as the presenter behind Australia's most loved punk and hardcore show, triple j's short.fast.loud. Others may know him as the founder of Greyscale Records, which includes Alpha…

J Play published its last ever run of data this week
After 12 years as one of the most relied upon and visited B2B resource for the Australian music industry, tracking every song triple j plays, every day, J Play published its last run of data this…

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J Play published its last ever run of data this week
After 12 years as one of the most relied upon and visited B2B resource for the Australian music industry, tracking every song triple j plays, every day, J Play published its last run of data this…

BREAKING: NSW Labor just unveiled its live music venues policy
NSW Labor Leader Michael Daley says he wants "NSW to get its verve back." Daley and Shadow Minister for Music and the Night Time Economy John Graham today launched Labor’s policy plan for music…

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BREAKING: NSW Labor just unveiled its live music venues policy
NSW Labor Leader Michael Daley says he wants "NSW to get its verve back." Daley and Shadow Minister for Music and the Night Time Economy John Graham today launched Labor’s policy plan for music…

Bhad Bhabie rakes in $500K on first day of makeup endorsement deal
If there's one artist who truly knows her audience, it's Bhad Bhabie. From a Dr. Phil "cash me ousside" meme inspiration to a millionaire hip hop artist, 15-year-old Danielle Bregoli inked a nearly…

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Bhad Bhabie rakes in $500K on first day of makeup endorsement deal
If there's one artist who truly knows her audience, it's Bhad Bhabie. From a Dr. Phil "cash me ousside" meme inspiration to a millionaire hip hop artist, 15-year-old Danielle Bregoli inked a nearly…

Need a leg-up? The QUBE Effect program returns for emerging acts
Brisbane-based artist development program The QUBE Effect may be one of the biggest quiet achievers in the music industry. The Brisbane City Council initiative, which provides live, promotional and…

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Need a leg-up? The QUBE Effect program returns for emerging acts
Brisbane-based artist development program The QUBE Effect may be one of the biggest quiet achievers in the music industry. The Brisbane City Council initiative, which provides live, promotional and…

'Upskirting' outlawed in the UK after festival incident
Content Warning: This article discusses sexual assault. If you or someone you know are affected by the following story, you are not alone. To speak to someone, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or…

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'Upskirting' outlawed in the UK after festival incident
Content Warning: This article discusses sexual assault. If you or someone you know are affected by the following story, you are not alone. To speak to someone, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or…

Grammy-winning hit machine Malay on branching out into the label world
Production magic sometimes happens by fluke, rarely by accident. It's the task of the producer to conjure spells in the studio. The best in the game prepare like pros, bringing to the room vision,…

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Grammy-winning hit machine Malay on branching out into the label world
Production magic sometimes happens by fluke, rarely by accident. It's the task of the producer to conjure spells in the studio. The best in the game prepare like pros, bringing to the room vision,…

Seventh Street Media rebrands as The Brag Media to double down on fan business
Australian Gen Z and Millennial publisher Seventh Street Media has rebranded to The Brag Media. The news broke this morning via B T, Mumbrella and MediaWeek, which announced the rebranding was part…

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Seventh Street Media rebrands as The Brag Media to double down on fan business
Australian Gen Z and Millennial publisher Seventh Street Media has rebranded to The Brag Media. The news broke this morning via B T, Mumbrella and MediaWeek, which announced the rebranding was part…

Team behind Beyond The Valley & POOF DOOF launch new inclusive festival
Untitled Group, the Melbourne-based group behind Beyond The Valley and Pitch Music Arts Festival, has teamed up with Melbourne’s gay rave night POOF DOOF to launch an inclusive beachfront day…

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Team behind Beyond The Valley & POOF DOOF launch new inclusive festival
Untitled Group, the Melbourne-based group behind Beyond The Valley and Pitch Music Arts Festival, has teamed up with Melbourne’s gay rave night POOF DOOF to launch an inclusive beachfront day…

7,000 set to march for pill-testing in Australia
If the government didn't listen after multiple campaigns begged for a fresh approach to the complex problem of drugs at music festivals, maybe a large-scale demonstration at Sydney’s Town Hall will…

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7,000 set to march for pill-testing in Australia
If the government didn't listen after multiple campaigns begged for a fresh approach to the complex problem of drugs at music festivals, maybe a large-scale demonstration at Sydney’s Town Hall will…

Frontier takes out #3 spot in global promoter rankings list
2.7 million tickets, a grossing of A$339 million, and 440 shows. Frontier Touring's achievements from the likes of Paul McCartney, Sam Smith, Foo Fighters, Harry Styles, Celine Dion, Ed Sheeran, and…

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Frontier takes out #3 spot in global promoter rankings list
2.7 million tickets, a grossing of A$339 million, and 440 shows. Frontier Touring's achievements from the likes of Paul McCartney, Sam Smith, Foo Fighters, Harry Styles, Celine Dion, Ed Sheeran, and…
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