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Good Neighbours, Towa Bird and ROLE MODEL all graced the stage in Sydney for a one-off live performance as part of UMG’s developing artist showcase, IGNITE!    The IGNITE showcase series, is a UMG initiative where priority breaking artists are introduced to new markets across the globe, and we were thrilled to welcome the next generation of international artists to the Australian market.    You can watch the 2024 wrap video below!    https://lnkd.in/gaUNAHRd  

And the winner is Eli Crawford 🎉 👑 We were thrilled to crown Eli Crawford as the winner of our annual drag competition, Miss Universal! Special thanks to all those who participated and attended this event in support of our local LGBTQIA+ community, with all funds donated to ACON & Twenty10 NSW. Photo credit: Brayden Smith @bcsimaging

Discovering and breaking domestic acts both here and overseas is one of our key priorities. In an effort to expand our local A&R efforts, we have partnered with new local label One Day Recordings! You can read more about our strategic partnership on Billboard here: https://lnkd.in/eAKNvnkT Photo credit Cole Bennetts

Today marks the launch of EMI SongHubs, an industry first collaboration between APRA AMCOS and EMI Music Australia, bringing together EMI’s impressive roster of artists with esteemed songwriters to produce ready-label music! Read more about the program here: https://lnkd.in/g4nEPStj  

Congratulations to all those named as part of Billboard’s 2024 International #PowerPlayers, recognising executives driving success outside of the United States and contributing to the ninth consecutive year of growth for the global recorded-music business. Special mention for local executives, UMA/NZ President and CEO, Sean Warner and Virgin Music Group Managing Director AU/NZ, Nathan McLay who have both been included for their role in the continued growth of the music industry! See full list here: https://lnkd.in/gi2euk_k

Nominations for the fifth Australian Women in Music Awards are now open! AWMA is a prestigious event on the annual music industry calendar, recognising the vast contributions of women across the sector and shining a light on female First Nations and culturally diverse artists, artists with disabilities, technicians and music practitioners. We feel honoured to have been a part of the 2023 event, by sponsoring the AWMA Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognises the outstanding lifetime contribution of a female artist/s to the field of recording and/or live performance. The 2023 recipients included, Kate Ceberano, Jeannie Lewis and Clare Moore.   https://lnkd.in/eGVXCGr #AWMA2024 #WomenInMusicAus #AustralianWomenInMusic   

Graeme Jack, Head of Bravado APAC, UMG's merchandising arm, recently spoke to Andrew McMillen, National Music Writer at The Australian. They discussed the rise in popularity of band t-shirts, and how they’ve become more accessible through Bravado providing a mix of designs and price points to major retailers across the country. Graeme also talks through the collaborative process of working with artists. https://lnkd.in/evJFJ4Xm

What a night! Thank you to the ARIA - Australian Recording Industry Association for an epic evening of music and entertainment at the 2023 ARIA Awards. The night was filled with exceptional performances and well-deserved award winners! We had an incredible time celebrating the impressive talent and creativity of both the Australian and international music industry, and want to congratulate all nominees and winners, as well as everyone else within the industry, who contributes to making amazing music for audiences around the world. Music is our culture at UMA, and we feel incredibly proud to support our artists do what they do best!   Photo credit: @patstevenson @jessgleeson @fourminutestomidnight