Courtney Fry

Courtney Fry, Triple J's music news producer, shares her insights on Australia's music festival scene as excitement builds for Charli XCX headlining Laneway in 2025. The discussion reveals the industry’s struggle with last-minute artist cancellations and rising ticket costs, leaving fans wary. Fry emphasizes the importance of trust and strategic lineup choices to boost ticket sales. She also touches on the evolving nature of festivals post-pandemic, pointing to a need for community support to keep music culture alive.