SWOT

In an economy where music fans are tightening their belts, superfans are a rare segment of growth and opportunity.

While one major label is abandoning its play in music media, another is entering the market. What does this all mean for the future of music journalism?

A turf war is almost underway in Melbourne, and it's threatening the legacy of one of Australia's highest-paid power couples.

Taylor Swift is almost in Australia. And despite negative headlines abound, The Eras Tour will help bolster Australia’s live sector offering.

That’s right – it’s the world’s largest record label (Universal Music Group), versus one of the world’s biggest tech platforms (TikTok). 

Thankfully, the trade press seems to be in a growth phase in a number of verticals relevant to Australia’s entertainment sector.