Industry

“The session will provide a valuable opportunity to network… and discuss what a thriving live music scene looks like for Warrnambool.”

“I am yet to speak to anyone in the industry that actually thinks [this] is a positive [idea]."

"To say we are devastated is an understatement."

A new report found that stardom often dissipates for artists after just three to four months.

Pollstar figures show the Australian live sector is "one of the healthiest in the world."

Ahead of BIGSOUND 2024 (3 to 6 September), acts including Keli Holiday, Medhanit, Beddy Rays and more have pitched their art for The Music.

"I am ready to roll my sleeves up and get to work," McGruther said of his new role.

Meg Walker will lead the ASM Global arena network across Australia and support other arena venues in the Australasia region.

Playbill Managing Director Michael Nebenzahl said, “In AEG, we have found a like-minded partner” to honour the business founded by his parents.

Applications for this year’s Music Writer’s Lab are now open and will close next Tuesday, 27 August.

Harvey Sutherland will lead the first live show at The Punters Club in 22 years this week.

"Soon, the heart of our city will beat with music," said the President of MusicACT, Dave Caffrey.