The Latest Breaking News from Music Australia

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

Australian music fans are proud of local tunes and want to hear more, but the numbers show they're overwhelmingly listening to international artists.

AAP · Jun 11, 2025

6 ways live music could help combat the loneliness epidemic

Among the rising tide of loneliness and disconnection, live music is proving to be more than just a good time; it’s a powerful antidote. Whether it’s a pub gig or a stadium show, live music brings people together in ways that matter.

The Conversation · May 27, 2025

Fans love Aussie acts but spend on gigs by global stars

Aussie music fans express strong support for local musicians but spend their cash seeing "once-in-a-lifetime" global tours instead, according to new research.

AAP · Apr 29, 2025

‘Ignored for too long’: New arts bodies to be set up

Laws have been introduced to parliament to set up Music Australia and Creative Workplaces under an overhauled federal arts policy.

The New Daily · May 25, 2023

‘Makes no sense’: Aussie musicians dudded on radio fees

Australian music is being broadcast on commercial radio and the ABC for a fraction of what it's worth, according to music industry peak bodies.

The New Daily · Apr 14, 2023

‘We need to break down their power’: why Australian music is facing an ‘existential threat’

It’s becoming harder for local artists to find an audience, raising urgent questions for the industry – and for the culture

The Guardian - AU · Apr 13, 2023

Hopes music body could take fans from Beyonce to Briggs

Music Australia should be able to work out how to get Spotify and Apple Music to feature more Australian tunes, the national arts funding body chief says.

AAP · Feb 2, 2023

‘The government has listened’: Australia’s peak bodies praise $300m federal arts policy

Launched by Anthony Albanese at Melbourne live music pub the Espy, the policy offers welcome support for the beleaguered industry

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2023