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Poppy Reid

Joined 20221470 posts
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The role of music publicist in today's industry [Op-ED]

The role of music publicist in today's industry [Op-ED]

There are so many wonderful and exciting musicians creating art in Australia right now. For us, having the opportunity to work with some of them in championing their music is one we relish each day…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 12, 2018
The role of music publicist in today's industry [Op-ED]

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The role of music publicist in today's industry [Op-ED]

There are so many wonderful and exciting musicians creating art in Australia right now. For us, having the opportunity to work with some of them in championing their music is one we relish each day…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 12, 2018
Dean Lewis' latest single a global smash

Dean Lewis' latest single a global smash

4 x Platinum in Australia, 2 x Platinum in Ireland, Norway, Sweden, NZ, Canada and Switzerland, Gold in the USA and Silver in UK. These are just a few of the accreditations Dean Lewis has clocked up…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 11, 2018
Dean Lewis' latest single a global smash

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Dean Lewis' latest single a global smash

4 x Platinum in Australia, 2 x Platinum in Ireland, Norway, Sweden, NZ, Canada and Switzerland, Gold in the USA and Silver in UK. These are just a few of the accreditations Dean Lewis has clocked up…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 11, 2018
A Little Mermaid classic has come under fire post-#MeToo

A Little Mermaid classic has come under fire post-#MeToo

'Kiss The Girl' from Disney film The Little Mermaid is being blasted for its "problematic", "misogynistic" and "sexist" lyrics. The track soundtracks the scene where Prince Eric is encouraged to kiss…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 10, 2018
A Little Mermaid classic has come under fire post-#MeToo

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A Little Mermaid classic has come under fire post-#MeToo

'Kiss The Girl' from Disney film The Little Mermaid is being blasted for its "problematic", "misogynistic" and "sexist" lyrics. The track soundtracks the scene where Prince Eric is encouraged to kiss…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 10, 2018
G Flip to receive ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship

G Flip to receive ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship

Melbourne's G Flip, whose career has been on the up and up since her breakout shows at SXSW in March, will receive the ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship. In partnership with Virgin Australia, G Flip…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 10, 2018
G Flip to receive ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship

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G Flip to receive ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship

Melbourne's G Flip, whose career has been on the up and up since her breakout shows at SXSW in March, will receive the ARIA Emerging Artist Scholarship. In partnership with Virgin Australia, G Flip…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 10, 2018
FastForward conference to return to Sydney, speakers announced for Amsterdam

FastForward conference to return to Sydney, speakers announced for Amsterdam

Industry veteran Chris Carey is returning his global FastForward music business conference to Sydney. Set to place again at Sydney's University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on 11-12 April, FastForward…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 7, 2018
FastForward conference to return to Sydney, speakers announced for Amsterdam

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FastForward conference to return to Sydney, speakers announced for Amsterdam

Industry veteran Chris Carey is returning his global FastForward music business conference to Sydney. Set to place again at Sydney's University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on 11-12 April, FastForward…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 7, 2018
Jai Waetford has gone alt-R&B and has joined Falcona Agency [EXCLUSIVE]

Jai Waetford has gone alt-R&B and has joined Falcona Agency [EXCLUSIVE]

With an online empire including 405 million worldwide streams and over half a million followers on Instagram, it was only a matter of time before 19-year-old Jai Waetford was going to make his…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 6, 2018
Jai Waetford has gone alt-R&B and has joined Falcona Agency [EXCLUSIVE]

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Jai Waetford has gone alt-R&B and has joined Falcona Agency [EXCLUSIVE]

With an online empire including 405 million worldwide streams and over half a million followers on Instagram, it was only a matter of time before 19-year-old Jai Waetford was going to make his…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 6, 2018
The Brag Magazine to go quarterly

The Brag Magazine to go quarterly

Seventh Street Media, Australia’s fastest-growing independent media publisher, has announced its decision to take its print publication The Brag Magazine quarterly. Seventh Street Media will release…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 5, 2018
The Brag Magazine to go quarterly

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The Brag Magazine to go quarterly

Seventh Street Media, Australia’s fastest-growing independent media publisher, has announced its decision to take its print publication The Brag Magazine quarterly. Seventh Street Media will release…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 5, 2018
A data scientist worked out how many YouTube subscribers you need to earn $20K a month

A data scientist worked out how many YouTube subscribers you need to earn $20K a month

In a Medium post, UK data scientist Taimur Abdaal has outlined the number of subscribers a YouTube user would need to hit monthly monetary milestones. Using his experience working with early stage…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 5, 2018
A data scientist worked out how many YouTube subscribers you need to earn $20K a month

News

A data scientist worked out how many YouTube subscribers you need to earn $20K a month

In a Medium post, UK data scientist Taimur Abdaal has outlined the number of subscribers a YouTube user would need to hit monthly monetary milestones. Using his experience working with early stage…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 5, 2018
Good luck trying to win an ARIA without triple j play

Good luck trying to win an ARIA without triple j play

DISCLAIMER: Just to be clear, this article isn't a dig at either triple j or ARIA. triple j is the ONLY national youth broadcaster in the country, and the below findings show that other platforms…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 4, 2018
Good luck trying to win an ARIA without triple j play

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Good luck trying to win an ARIA without triple j play

DISCLAIMER: Just to be clear, this article isn't a dig at either triple j or ARIA. triple j is the ONLY national youth broadcaster in the country, and the below findings show that other platforms…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 4, 2018
Kate Miller-Heidke, Sheppard, and more to compete in 'Eurovision - Australia Decides'

Kate Miller-Heidke, Sheppard, and more to compete in 'Eurovision - Australia Decides'

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke, pop band Sheppard, pop-opera act Mark Vincent and electric-soul duo Electric Fields will all compete for their chance to represent the…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 3, 2018
Kate Miller-Heidke, Sheppard, and more to compete in 'Eurovision - Australia Decides'

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Kate Miller-Heidke, Sheppard, and more to compete in 'Eurovision - Australia Decides'

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke, pop band Sheppard, pop-opera act Mark Vincent and electric-soul duo Electric Fields will all compete for their chance to represent the…

By Poppy Reid - Dec 3, 2018
Warner's global CEO said they bought UPROXX to "compete in the attention economy"

Warner's global CEO said they bought UPROXX to "compete in the attention economy"

In August, Warner Music Group announced a major play to grab the attention of youths. It acquired US-based youth culture media brand UPROXX for an undisclosed sum, however a person involved in the…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 30, 2018
Warner's global CEO said they bought UPROXX to "compete in the attention economy"

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Warner's global CEO said they bought UPROXX to "compete in the attention economy"

In August, Warner Music Group announced a major play to grab the attention of youths. It acquired US-based youth culture media brand UPROXX for an undisclosed sum, however a person involved in the…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 30, 2018
Labor promises $28M for Australian music projects

Labor promises $28M for Australian music projects

For the first time ever, local music has been made a priority for the Australian Government. Announced today, Bill Shorten's Labor Government has promised the most comprehensive music policy of any…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 30, 2018
Labor promises $28M for Australian music projects

News

Labor promises $28M for Australian music projects

For the first time ever, local music has been made a priority for the Australian Government. Announced today, Bill Shorten's Labor Government has promised the most comprehensive music policy of any…

By Poppy Reid - Nov 30, 2018
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