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Poppy Reid

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Jaddan Comerford: “Vance Joy is so much bigger than you realise”

Jaddan Comerford: “Vance Joy is so much bigger than you realise”

Vance Joy is making headway with his second album. Just don’t expect it to drop this year. Following a stretch writing and recording abroad, the Aussie singer-songwriter dropped a surprise release…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 20, 2017
Jaddan Comerford: “Vance Joy is so much bigger than you realise”

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Jaddan Comerford: “Vance Joy is so much bigger than you realise”

Vance Joy is making headway with his second album. Just don’t expect it to drop this year. Following a stretch writing and recording abroad, the Aussie singer-songwriter dropped a surprise release…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 20, 2017
‘Despacito’ becomes most streamed song of all time six months after release

‘Despacito’ becomes most streamed song of all time six months after release

Times they are a-changing. Just last week, 'Gangam Style' was dethroned by 'See You Again' as the most-watched video on YouTube. Now, 'Despacito' has knocked 'Sorry' off the top spot as the most…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 20, 2017
‘Despacito’ becomes most streamed song of all time six months after release

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‘Despacito’ becomes most streamed song of all time six months after release

Times they are a-changing. Just last week, 'Gangam Style' was dethroned by 'See You Again' as the most-watched video on YouTube. Now, 'Despacito' has knocked 'Sorry' off the top spot as the most…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 20, 2017
Guns N' Roses blow away the pack on Pollstar’s Top 50 Mid-Year Touring Report

Guns N' Roses blow away the pack on Pollstar’s Top 50 Mid-Year Touring Report

Guns N' Roses are still packing heat. The reunited stadium rockers have shifted more concert tickets than any other act in the world this year, according to a mid-year report published by touring…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
Guns N' Roses blow away the pack on Pollstar’s Top 50 Mid-Year Touring Report

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Guns N' Roses blow away the pack on Pollstar’s Top 50 Mid-Year Touring Report

Guns N' Roses are still packing heat. The reunited stadium rockers have shifted more concert tickets than any other act in the world this year, according to a mid-year report published by touring…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
Amy Wheatley appointed GM of Ministry of Sound, Madonna wants sale of Tupac letter blocked, and more

Amy Wheatley appointed GM of Ministry of Sound, Madonna wants sale of Tupac letter blocked, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. Madonna Wants Sale of Tupac Prison Letter Blocked, Claims It Was Stolen From Her Home - via Vulture The Nielsen numbers are in, and…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
Amy Wheatley appointed GM of Ministry of Sound, Madonna wants sale of Tupac letter blocked, and more

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Amy Wheatley appointed GM of Ministry of Sound, Madonna wants sale of Tupac letter blocked, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. Madonna Wants Sale of Tupac Prison Letter Blocked, Claims It Was Stolen From Her Home - via Vulture The Nielsen numbers are in, and…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
UMA's branded entertainment agency expands

UMA's branded entertainment agency expands

Universal Music Australia has tapped the person behind Myer's rebrand for its entertainment agency, BRING. James Griffiths, who was previously Creative Director at Ideaworks in Sydney, has been…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
UMA's branded entertainment agency expands

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UMA's branded entertainment agency expands

Universal Music Australia has tapped the person behind Myer's rebrand for its entertainment agency, BRING. James Griffiths, who was previously Creative Director at Ideaworks in Sydney, has been…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 19, 2017
Aus Govt asking for voluntary access to encrypted Google data, UMPG Australia signs Ruel, and more

Aus Govt asking for voluntary access to encrypted Google data, UMPG Australia signs Ruel, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. UMPG Australia Signs Ruel To Global Publishing Deal Australian government to ask for voluntary access to encrypted Apple, Google,…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Aus Govt asking for voluntary access to encrypted Google data, UMPG Australia signs Ruel, and more

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Aus Govt asking for voluntary access to encrypted Google data, UMPG Australia signs Ruel, and more

Here's all the music industry news you need to know this morning. UMPG Australia Signs Ruel To Global Publishing Deal Australian government to ask for voluntary access to encrypted Apple, Google,…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Prince catalogue will be shopped once more after judge rescinds UMG deal

Prince catalogue will be shopped once more after judge rescinds UMG deal

A significant chunk of Prince’s catalogue will return to market after a judge nullified Universal Music Group's contentious, multi-million dollar content deal with the late artist’s estate. Last…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Prince catalogue will be shopped once more after judge rescinds UMG deal

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Prince catalogue will be shopped once more after judge rescinds UMG deal

A significant chunk of Prince’s catalogue will return to market after a judge nullified Universal Music Group's contentious, multi-million dollar content deal with the late artist’s estate. Last…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Believe on Sony sale: “That information is not true”

Believe on Sony sale: “That information is not true”

Believe Digital CEO Denis Ladegaillerie has vehemently denied reports that Sony is set to acquire the French-born service for a price between US$355-$444m. Speaking to Music Business Worldwide,…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Believe on Sony sale: “That information is not true”

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Believe on Sony sale: “That information is not true”

Believe Digital CEO Denis Ladegaillerie has vehemently denied reports that Sony is set to acquire the French-born service for a price between US$355-$444m. Speaking to Music Business Worldwide,…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 18, 2017
Golden Robot adds Guns N' Roses member to roster

Golden Robot adds Guns N' Roses member to roster

Joining Golden Robot Records' roster of local rock icons, including Rose Tattoo, The Superjesus and Mi-Sex, is Dizzy Reed. The Guns N’ Roses band member is set to release his long-awaited solo album…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
Golden Robot adds Guns N' Roses member to roster

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Golden Robot adds Guns N' Roses member to roster

Joining Golden Robot Records' roster of local rock icons, including Rose Tattoo, The Superjesus and Mi-Sex, is Dizzy Reed. The Guns N’ Roses band member is set to release his long-awaited solo album…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

Make no mistake, Brett Cottle will be a hard act to follow. The APRA AMCOS CEO has announced his departure from the organisation with effect from June 2018, drawing an end to his 27-year reign at the…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

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AMCOS Chair Ian James talks change, copyright and finding Brett Cottle’s successor

Make no mistake, Brett Cottle will be a hard act to follow. The APRA AMCOS CEO has announced his departure from the organisation with effect from June 2018, drawing an end to his 27-year reign at the…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
UNIFIED relaunches, announces staff promotions

UNIFIED relaunches, announces staff promotions

UNIFIED has come along in leaps and bounds since launching in 2011. To reflect the massive growth and changes within the company, UNIFIED has reorganised and relaunched as UNIFIED Music Group, a…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
UNIFIED relaunches, announces staff promotions

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UNIFIED relaunches, announces staff promotions

UNIFIED has come along in leaps and bounds since launching in 2011. To reflect the massive growth and changes within the company, UNIFIED has reorganised and relaunched as UNIFIED Music Group, a…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 17, 2017
SoundCloud rejects article which claims it's running out of cash

SoundCloud rejects article which claims it's running out of cash

SoundCloud has rubbished a report that claimed the popular but financially-strained streaming music service was counting down the days until its own extinction. The music service’s problems came into…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
SoundCloud rejects article which claims it's running out of cash

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SoundCloud rejects article which claims it's running out of cash

SoundCloud has rubbished a report that claimed the popular but financially-strained streaming music service was counting down the days until its own extinction. The music service’s problems came into…

By Poppy Reid - Jul 14, 2017
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