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"WE cannot allow our work to be used to legitimise or sanitise unethical corporate relationships," the artists said.

"We had hoped that we would make it through a difficult period, but it has become clear that we can not go any further," a statement from the SydneyMusic team reads.

The new owners have reportedly discussed running festivals “of a different sort of nature” to Falls.

"Northbridge Music Hall is set to become a cornerstone of Perth's cultural landscape and a dynamic space for live entertainment," Live Nation said.

Three major labels are allegedly in talks to license music to AI firms.

Better known as IJALE, Jerry Agbinya will be based in the UK throughout July and August as part of the Victorian Music Development Office’s (VMDO) Fast Track Fellowship program.

"By leveraging Spotify’s global scale and expertise in music discovery, we’re making sure ARIA nominees and winners aren’t just celebrated on the night at home."

"We look forward to welcoming speakers from around the globe to connect with the Australian independent recorded music community," said AIR CEO Maria Amato.

"It has been the privilege of a lifetime to be part of this community, to witness the joy, creativity, and resilience that has filled this space night after night," explained owner Joy Ng.