Australia

Australia has a significant music market, with recorded music revenue reaching $710 million in 2024¹. The digital market accounts for 91.5% of this total, with streaming services being the dominant force². The Australian music industry employs over 43,000 people³. While rock, alternative, indie, and pop are popular genres, the industry has seen a decline in the presence of Australian artists on charts⁴.

Australia

Australia has a significant music market, with recorded music revenue reaching $710 million in 2024¹. The digital market accounts for 91.5% of this total, with streaming services being the dominant force². The Australian music industry employs over 43,000 people³. While rock, alternative, indie, and pop are popular genres, the industry has seen a decline in the presence of Australian artists on charts⁴.

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