Fresh Finds: Class Of 2025 – Aussie Acts To Add To Your Playlist

Industry

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Bag Raiders / Crooked Colours
Musica Copa Returning For 10th Anniversary Edition Ft. Bag Raiders, Crooked Colours & More
The Australian music industry’s biggest charity football tournament will be accompanied by a giant fundraising concert.
Industry / Feature
Dua Lipa / Ed Sheeran / Margot Robbie in 'Barbie'
Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran & ‘Barbie’ Helped Warner Music Hit A Record $6 Billion In Revenue
It marks the major label's biggest year for revenue... Ever.
Industry / News
Neon Records
Patrick ‘Smiley’ Cleary Steps Down As CEO Of Neon Records
The Universal imprint’s team remain keen to “expand and enhance the Neon legacy” as it enters its 26th year.
Industry / News
Shannon Noll, Guy Sebastian
Spotify Data Proves Shannon Noll Wasn't Robbed By Guy Sebastian On 'Australian Idol' After All
"We’re thrilled we can finally settle the twenty-year debate around who really won Australia’s first ever 'Australian Idol' in 2003."
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Tate McRae
The Radar: This Week's Tunes You Need To Know – November 17
From bubblegum bangers to ripping rock, cruisy country and rousing rap, here are the tracks that should be on your radar for this week.
Industry / Opinion
Spotify
Why Is Everyone Mad At Spotify?
Spotify changed how they pay artists. Many people were up in arms. I think their anger is misguided.
Industry / News
Live Music & Performing Arts Helping To Grow Australia’s Night Time Economies
Despite challenges presented by COVID-19, "night-time economies are continuing to thrive".
Industry / News
Sydney’s Live Music Scene Held Back By Key Infrastructure, Investment & Training Gaps
“The music scene in our city is far stronger than a lot of Sydneysiders would assume,” says Matt Levinson, author of the ‘Gig Economy’ report.
Industry / News
Suitcase Records
Bris Vinyl Pressing Plant To Implement World-first Sustainability Initiative
Suitcase Records – a family-run vinyl pressing plant in Brisbane – is committed to “spearheading sustainable ways of manufacturing records".
Industry / Feature
Jordan Merrick
AI, Art & The Human Experience: Jordan Merrick Explores The Future Of Creativity
"Brisbane's Bob Dylan" Jordan Merrick takes us through the journey of putting together his new album, 'Winner Take Nothing' and the realisation that human-made artwork will always outdo AI.
Industry / Event
Behind The Scenes At The 2023 ARIA Awards
The 2023 ARIA Awards ceremony was successful in doing what it’s supposed to - acknowledging and bringing together the people who make, create and support music in Australia. 
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Genesis Owusu / G Flip / Troye Sivan
Genesis Owusu, G Flip & Troye Sivan Win Big At 2023 ARIA Awards
Other standout winners include DMA’S, Parkway Drive and Kylie Minogue.