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The article discusses popularity of singer Pink in Australia. Topics included are successful tour in Australia for the album "Funhouse" which grossed millions and her promotion tour for album "The Truth about Love" in Sydney, New South Wales. Also included are comments by Michael Coppel, the promoter of her tours.

The article discusses the success that the American rock group Bon Jovi has had touring in Australia. Topics include sales of the group's albums in the Australian music market, comments from owner of concert promoter Dainty Consolidated Entertainment, Paul Dainty, on the group's growth in Australia, and Dainty Consolidated's marketing campaign for Bon Jovi's 2013 "Because We Can" tour.

The article presents an overview of the popularity and financial success which Dutch waltz violinist André Rieu has seen in Australia with sales of his compact discs, DVDs and concert tickets. A discussion of an appearance which Rieu made on the Australian pay television channel Ovation, which led to his popularity in Australia, is presented.

The article discusses the Australian concert promoter Michael Chugg as of July 5, 2014. Topics include the launch of his own record label Chugg Music in 2013, the launch of his entertainment company Michael Chugg Entertainment in 2000, and his work as tour director for the band ABBA's 1977 Australia tour.

The article discusses the expansion of digital music services in Australia, with a focus on the streaming and subscription music market in the country as of November 2013. Topics include the use of streaming services such as iTunes, Spotify, and Rdio; the Australian Recording Industry Association; and a 2013 ruling on streaming licensing fees by Australia's High Court. Australian music artists including Keith Urban and Nick Cave are also mentioned.

The article presents a list of recommended music artists and albums from Australia and New Zealand including the album "Flume" by electronic music artist Flume, "Howlin" by dance music trio Jagwar Ma, and "God Loves You When You're Dancing" by singer and songwriter Vance Joy.

The article discusses Australian musicians that could benefit from the 2012 popularity of musician Gotye, who wrote the song "Somebody That I Used to Know." Music groups such as Pnau, Parkway Drive, and San Cisco are discussed, as well as musicians such as Jess Mauboy, 360, and Kimbra. The musicians' awards, television appearances, and marketing are also discussed.

The article reports on the Australian music industry, as of November 2011. Causes for optimism are cited, including emerging Australian musical acts, a strong live music scene, and increasing sales of digital music. The Australian Recording Industry Association's (ARIA) annual awards ceremony scheduled for November 27, 2011 in Sydney, New South Wales is also discussed.

The article looks at the status of the music industry in Australia, focusing on the strength of the live music market in contrast to a weakened recorded music market. Steve Romer, general manager of the Sydney Entertainment Centre, comments on how bands are attracted to playing in Australia because it experiences summer while the northern hemisphere experiences winter.

The article profiles Australian singer Katie Noonan, whose rock music album "Emperor's Box" is expected to be released on April 9, 2010 in Australia. Noonan's recording debut in the alternative rock band George in the year 1998 with the album "Polyserena" is explored. Noonan discusses the international strategy applied to marketing this album for a wider audience.

The article reports on the music concert industry in Australia. In 2009 there have been many popular musical performers on tour in Australia including the bands Coldplay and Green Day and Britney Spears, however, the longest and most popular concert tour was by musical performer Pink who toured for 58 days and grossed over $74 million.

The article reports on the condition of the music industry and the economy in Australia. The value of the recorded-music industry in Australia, largely led by digital music sales, grew by 0.4%. The digital music market in Australia has had several new services launched which include Myspace Music and Nokia's Comes With Music.

The article announces that Australian singer and songwriter Cassie Davis plans to release her debut album in August 2009. The chart performance of her debut single, "I Like It Loud," is described, noting that it reached number 11 on the Australian Recording Industry Association singles chart, was certified gold after selling 35,000 copies, and gained Davis a long-term deal with the Universal Music Publishing Group.

The article reports that footage from the 2009 MTV Australia Awards music awards show will be aired throughout the world on MTV's television network "World Stage." Performers at the awards ceremony included music artists Wolfmother, Sia, and Jessica Mauboy. The success of the initial broadcast of the show in Australia and the popularity of Australian music artists are also described.

The article focuses on the Australian musical group Cat Empire. Attention is given to their music release "Live on Earth" which compiled live recordings from concerts all over the world. Mentioned is the history of the band, such as their formation in 1999. Information on the total sales of their three albums as well as the estimated amount of people they have performed live in front of is also presented.

The article reports that Australian wineries have become an important part of the live music concert circuit across Australia. Particular attention is paid to the success of A Day on the Green concert series which began in 2001 and will celebrate its 150th winery show. Mick Newton, director at the promotion company Roundhouse Entertainment, discusses plans to expand the winery concept to New Zealand and other countries.

The article discusses the performance of the Australian dollar. Despite the fact that the Australian dollar (AUD) reached a 25-year high in July 2008 at the rate of 98.49 U.S. cents, the AUD is reported to have fallen to the value of 64 U.S. cents as of December 13, 2008. Performer Paul McCartney is reported to have canceled performances in Australia due to the loss in value of the AUD.

The article discusses the Australian singer-songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke, focusing on her album "Curiouser." A follow-up to her gold-certified debut album "Little Eve," it has been selling well in Australia. She discusses collaborative on songs with guitarist Keir Nuttall, and plans to expand into the Japanese market.

Reports on the international popularity and success of Australian dance and techno music. Comments from several people in the industry, including DJ Carl Cox and Barney Glover of record label Ministry of Sound; Development of Australian dance music; Success of the album 'Since I Left You,' by the Avalanches; Record labels and music clubs to which much of this popularity may be attributed, including Mushroom Distribution Service.

The article discusses a music industry trend in Australia in which concert promoters are staging rock concerts, rock music festivals and other music festivals in Asian countries such as Malaysia and Singapore

The article reports on the popularity of American country musician Taylor Swift in Australia and New Zealand as of 2011, focusing on her multiple sold-out arena shows and the platinum-selling status of her albums "Fearless" and "Speak Now" in those markets.

The article reports on the business of Australian concert tours and music festivals, as of November 26, 2011. The previous summer had been very successful, according to statistics from the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) and the trade group Live Performance Australia. Concert promoters are quoted discussing ticket prices and indications that the market may be slowing.

The article reports on the Australian concert touring industry, focusing on how fluctuations in exchange rates could cause problems for concert promoters booking international acts.

The article looks at the success of the rock band Bon Jovi in Australia, focusing on how the group's concert tours have earned them loyal fans. Popular Bon Jovi albums mentioned include "Slippery When Wet," "Crush," and "Have a Nice Day."

The article reports on popularity and financial success which singer Fergie has seen in Australia with her group the Black Eyed Peas.

The article presents information on the Australian operations of two ticketing agencies: Foxtix, owned by News Corp., and internet firm ShowClix.

The article looks at musicians from Australia. Performers discussed include Cloud Control, Birds of Tokyo, and Dan Sultan.

The article looks at the financial success of the concert touring industry in Australia. Bands mentioned for their Australian tour dates include AC/DC, Metallica, and Tool.

The article looks at Australia's music festival industry, focusing on how promoters have been affected by the economy.

The article examines music trade finance in Australia, focusing on the bankruptcy of the sound recording distribution companies Shock Group and Stomp Entertainment.

The article presents information on the popularity of hardcore music in Australia as of August 7, 2010.

The article presents a selection of news stories related to the international music industry for the week of July 10, 2010. The trade association Fitness Australia appealed a rate increase on music in fitness classes. 2.8 million albums by the singer Michael Jackson were sold in Great Britain in the year after he died. The Music Producers' Guild, a British trade group, launched a campaign to establish a unified database for sound recordings.

The article reports on an investigation which was conducted by Australia's Commonwealth Consumer Affairs Advisory Council. The investigation, which was initiated by the Australian government, was begun to investigate Australia's secondary ticket or scalping market for live sporting and music events. Legislation which could be developed for the secondary ticket sales market as a result of the investigation is discussed.

The article presents information on preparations which Australian concert promoters are making for the 2010 arrival of the U.S. concert promotion firm Live Nation Entertainment Inc., which will open an office for Live Nation Australia, which plans to promote three or four concert tours in 2010.

The article discusses disapproval which has been seen among Australian radio stations as a result of a decision from Australian record labels to make legal attempts to increase music license fees in the country which have not increased as a result of the 1968 Copyright Act. The act features caps which limit the fees which can be imposed on music licenses.

The article presents information on a proposed change to Australian law which would require international touring musical acts to use Australian opening acts while touring Australia.

The article discusses the Australian Federation Against Copyright Theft lawsuit against internet service provider iiNet concerning copyright infringement and its affect on the government's approach to piracy issues.

The article presents a profile of the Australian alternative rock group The Temper Trap. The group's lead singer Dougie Mandagi talks about the band's ambitious career plans. Particular attention is paid to the success of the group's debut album "Conditions," which was released by the independent record label Glassnote.

The article discusses the Australian musician Daniel Merriweather. Merriweather has achieved wide acclaim in Australia and Europe for his debut album "Love & War" in 2009 but he has never been able to reach the number one spot on the charts. While Merriweather admits this is frustrating he also states that he is content with his success. The album is set for release in the U.S. on February 23, 2010.

The article presents an analysis of the online digital music trade in Australia as of January 2010. It is expected that Apple's iTunes will remain the dominant digital music retailer, but local affiliates of Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment and EMI Music all operate digital music stores focused on the Australian market as well.

The article discusses Sanity Entertainment, an Australian music retailer. Sanity was purchased in a management buyout by a consortium led by Ray Itaoui, chief executive officer of Sanity. Sanity has 238 retail stores under the brands Sanity, Virgin, and HMV's Down Under. Itaoui has stated that Sanity will remain focused on the distribution of physical products.

The article reports on sales of downloaded music in Australia. During the first half of 2009, they increased faster than physical sales declined, which is described as an unprecedented achievement. The growth is attributed to a combination of expanding broadband networks, an improvement in the Australian economy, and increasingly popular online music platforms.

The article reports on a dispute between Australian independent (indie) labels and MTV Networks over licensing rights for music video broadcasts. The conflict began in October 2007, when leading indie Shock Entertainment pulled its videos from Australia's three MTV channels in protest over a lack of royalty payments. The Association of Independent Record Labels hopes to resolve the dispute equitably.

The article offers global music news briefs. Great Britain-based independent records Beggars Group has agreed to release albums physically in China through local labels. The operators of the Sydney Entertainment Centre aim to change the venue as a top concert destination. Japanese rights holders and Japan's Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry will design a system to prevent mobile phone users from illegally downloading music.

The article discusses the decreasing concert ticket prices in Australia. According to the article, promoters in country are hoping a change in ticket pricing and technology investment will restore the concert industry. International acts' ticket prices are down from 2008, which includes nonclassical music events. Sydney, Australia-based promoter Michael Chugg, executive chairman of Chugg Enterprises, discusses the price reductions.

The article reports on the release of the music album "As Day Follows Night," by Australian female singer Sarah Blasko. The album made it to number five on the Australian Recording Industry chart following it July 10, 2009 debut, beating the record for her two previous albums which sold 70,000 copies.

The article presents information on a conflict concerning the Phonographic Performance Co. of Australia (PPCA) and its attempts to obtain higher music licensing fees from Australian gyms, fitness clubs and restaurants. Representatives from the PPCA and the fitness and restaurant sectors are quoted expressing their views on the matter.

The article presents information on JB Hi-Fi, an Australian retail chain which accounts for some two-fifths of the Australian music market. The firm's chief executive officer, Richard Uechtritz, is quoted discussing plans to open additional stores across the continent. It is said that approximately a tenth of an average JB Hi-Fi store is devoted to compact disc sales of recorded music.

The article reports on anti-binge drinking proposals in Queensland, Australia, and their potential impact on rock concert festivals there. Rules being considered by the state government's Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing are said to include possible limits on alcohol consumption at such festivals. Promoters argue that this could render these events unprofitable, and encourage fans to drink more before arriving.

The article reports that copyright collecting society Phonographic Performance Co. of Australia has proposed raising its performance right tariff for cafes and restaurants in Australia. The move would replace its flat annual fee with a licensing system based on a sliding scale that accounts for seating capacity and other factors. Members of the Australian Hotels Association are urging members to boycott the raised tariff.