Australia's live music scene confronts venue merch cuts impacting artist profits
Australia's live music scene faces scrutiny over venue merch cuts that reduce artist profits. Bands like Architects and Alpha Wolf are advocating for transparency and fair treatment, highlighting that venues typically take 10 to 20 percent of merchandise sales. Many artists, frustrated with these practices, are exploring alternatives to sell directly to fans outside venues.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 18:30 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 18:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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