Industry

Take 5 is the modern music TV show the industry has been searching for.

That's officially Prof. Zan Rowe to you; thank you very much.

Stevie Williams writes that "Pill testing allows people a choice to be educated and safe. It allows friends to encourage each other to promote safety and prevent drug-related deaths."

From bubblegum bangers to ripping rock, cruisy country and rousing rap, here are the tracks that should be on your radar for this week.

The landmark partnership will allow the companies to “explore a range of collaborative initiatives” to bolster BMG’s roster.

1,300 artists were interviewed for the far-reaching, comprehensive survey.

"I am truly honoured, excited, and ready to embrace the challenges and lead the change."

"The Vibrancy Reforms announced by the NSW Government herald the beginning of a new era for the night-time economy in NSW."

"There remains cause for considerable concern regarding the decimated venue-based live music market."

Eight new places are supporting live music, a lockout in one capital city continues, and music meccas have been acknowledged in awards ceremonies.

The layoffs have impacted workers in the tech team, as well as the editorial team running the blog Bandcamp Daily.