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Michael Gudinski

Michael Gudinski

Michael Solomon Gudinski AM (22 August 1952 – 2 March 2021) was an Australian record executive and promoter who was a leading figure in the Australian music industry. Born and raised in Melbourne to Jewish Russian immigrants, Gudinski formed the highly successful Australian record company Mushroom Records in 1972 through which he signed several generations of Australian musicians and performers ranging from MacKenzie Theory, the Skyhooks, The Choirboys, Kylie Minogue, and New Zealand's Split Enz to newer artists such as Eskimo Joe, Evermore and others.

Gudinski was considered to be "one of the most significant and powerful players" in the Australian music landscape.

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Ed Sheeran & Michael Gudinski, Marcia Hines on 'Australian Idol'
Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story, Australian Idol, The Voice Pick Up 2025 Logie Awards Nominations
Kate Miller-Heidke, Zan Rowe, and Ricki-Lee also picked up nominations ahead of this year's Logie Awards.
Features / Music
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'70s Australian Promoter Wars Revealed
New revelations as industry insiders reveal the turf wars that shaped Australian music.
Industry / News
Ed Sheeran and Michael Gudinski
Ed Sheeran Owns A Life-Sized Statue Of Michael Gudinski
“I felt like I wanted to have him always in the pub, so I asked him to get a bronze statue of himself made…”
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Michael Gudinski’s Rise To Success Explored In New Podcast Hosted By His Daughter
The late, great Michael Gudinski has one hell of a story, and in a new podcast hosted by his daughter Kate, that story is told like never before.
News / Music
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'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Locks In TV Premiere Date
The documentary tracks Michael Gudinski's 50-year career, including the launch of Mushroom Group at age 19 and later, co-founding Frontier Touring.
Industry / Feature
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‘How Could You Play Music That Loud?’ Michael Gudinski’s Life Story In 13 Songs
After trying to tell the Gudinski story in 13 tours, here we attempt to do it in just 13 songs.
Industry / Feature
Michael Gudinski’s Life Story – In 13 Tours
"Thank you, Michael Gudinski, for giving us the best night of our lives."
Industry / Opinion
Where Are All The Australian Artists On The ARIA Charts?
What can we do to shift the dial in favour of Australian artists and their new music?
Industry / News
A&R Legend Michael Parisi Dives Deep Into Aus Music Industry In New ‘Vinyl Tap’ Podcast
The weekly series will showcase industry icons like Matt Gudinski, Jaddan Comerford, Millie Millgate and more.
Industry / Feature
Ed Sheeran and Michael Gudinski
The Joy And Sadness At The Heart Of Michael Gudinski Documentary ‘Ego’
“A story about connection, of music bringing people together.”
Reviews / Photo Gallery
'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' World Premiere
All the star-studded red carpet moments from the world premiere of 'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story'.
News / Music
'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story' Documentary Soundtrack Revealed
The collection is notably all Australian, apart from two of Michael Gudinski’s favourite international acts.
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