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Episode #337 – Neighboring Rights Royalties, Gibson Aging Technology, And Producer/Soma Breath Founder Niraj Naik Sep 29, 2020

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NEWSNeighboring rights and what it means to an artistGibson's latest guitar aging technologyGUESTMusic producer and Soma Breath founder Niraj NaikNiraj Naik is a music producer and self-described renegade pharmacist from the U.K and founder of SOMA Breath, one of the fastest growing wellness movements fusing ancient techniques with modern science. Niraj is also the founder of Breathe In Beats, a music collective renowned for their legendary conscious music festivals. These dance music festivals combine live and electronic music along with his famous breathing techniques for reaching new states of consciousness. Niraj is also producer of the soundtrack for the famous Wim Hof Method and produces music for many of the worlds top therapists and wellness centers.During the interview we talked about why traditional western medicines donât always work, the link between musicians and autoimmune issues, how musicians can better handle stress, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at the mysterious royalty stream known as neighboring rights, and Gibsonâs new guitar aging technology. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2594', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

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Episode #336 – Engineer/Producer J.J. Blair, Music Piracy Evolving, And Sony De-Emphasizing Electronics Sep 22, 2020

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NEWSMusic piracy is evolving, or so an industry association wants you to believeSony is de-emphasizing electronicsGUESTEngineer, producer and musician J.J. BlairMusician, engineer and producer J.J. Blair has a long list of engineering credits including Joe Bonamassa, Kelly Clarkson, Jeff Beck, the Black Eyed Peas, Keith Urban, Weezer, and many more. Heâs also produced and mixed the Grammy winning record "Press On," by June Carter Cash, engineered on the Grammy winning and #1 Billboard Hot 100 record "Great American Song Book vol. 3," by Rod Stewart, as well as engineering on P. Diddy's #1 hit "All About the Benjamins.âJ.J. is one of the most talented engineers that Iâve personally worked with, able to hear things that most people miss. Heâs also an avid gear aficionado with a collection of both music and audio gear that most people can just dream about.During the interview we talked about working in the studio during the pandemic, simplicity when recording, his placement of favorite microphones, a great Johnny Cash story, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at how music piracy has evolved, and how Sony is de-emphasizing itâs electronics business. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2584', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

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Episode #335 – The 2020 Social Universe, Guitars Selling Again, And Songwriter Andrea Stolpe Sep 15, 2020

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NEWSThe social media universe in 2020Guitars are selling better than ever during the pandemicGUESTSongwriter/educator Andrea StolpeAndrea Stolpe has written songs for Faith Hill, Julianne Hough, Daniel Lee Martin, Jimmy Wayne, and others. Sheâs also worked as a staff writer for EMI, Almo-Irving, and Universal Music Publishing.Andrea teaches songwriting at the University of Californiaâs Thornton School of Music, and is the author and instructor of Berklee College of Musicâs online course âCommercial Songwriting Techniques.âHer book, Popular Lyric Writing: 10 Steps to Effective Storytelling, offers songwriters a practical approach to lyric writing according to each writerâs unique voice, and the ability to finish songs with greater ease and consistency. She also offers songwriting retreats both online and in person.During the interview we talked about what it means to be a staff writer, the songwriter as producer, if lyrics or music should come first, placeholder lyrics, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at the social media universe in 2020 and guitar sales peaking during the pandemic. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2575', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

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Episode #334 – Producer/Plugin Developer Dan Korneff, 50% Visa Increase, And An Immersive Audio Format War Sep 08, 2020

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NEWSYou won't see too many mid-level foreign artists touring after a 50% visa price increaseGet ready for the immersive audio wars as Sony 360 Reality Audio is releasedGUESTProducer/mixer/engineer and plugin developer Dan KorneffProducer, mixer and engineer Dan Korneff has not only worked with prominent names like Breaking Benjamin, Paramore, Papa Roach, Lamb of God and My Chemical Romance, but has developed some of the coolest audio plugins available.Dan not only knows how to expertly use his audio gear, but he also knows what makes it all tick inside as well, being very hands-on when it comes to modifying consoles, vintage outboard gear and microphones. That led Dan to create his first plugin called the Pawn Shop Comp, which is like a combination of vintage tube and FET compressors blended together to create something really unique. His latest plugin is the Talkback Limiter that faithfully emulates the sound of the famed SSL talkback mic circuit made famous by Phil Collins, but with a lot more versatility.During the interview we talked about initially getting into DIY gear, the idea behind Danâs plugins, using a console for mixing, having a studio dog, his favorite mixing and production tricks, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at itâs about to get expensive for foreign musicians to tour the States, and the the new immersive audio format war. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2568', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

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Episode #333 – UK Musicians Leaving The Business, Horn Players At RiskDuring The Pandemic, And Music Exec Anthony Martini Sep 01, 2020

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NEWS 64% of UK musicians are considering leaving the music business Horn players at risk during the pandemicGUEST Royalty Exchange partner and music exec Anthony MartiniAnthony Martini got his start as a rap/metal vocalists before finding his way into other parts of the music business. During his management career, he worked with acts such as Lamb Of God, Fall Out Boy, Train and Sia before he discovered the then-unknown rapper Tyga.Anthony then founded the independent record label Commission, where he signed artists like Lil Dicky, MadeinTYO, and IDK, who generated billions of streams and chart-topping singles. Along the way he was named as a Billboard Hip-Hop power player in 2019.Anthony is now a partner at Royalty Exchange, the online marketplace for buying and selling royalties, where he drives their artist relations and deal-making.During the interview we talked about getting into management, starting an indie record label, how artists and investors are vetted at Royalty Exchange, a look at the virtual realm of the music business, and much more.On the intro I'll take a look at musicians in the UK thinking about calling it quits, and the perils of being a horn and wind player during the pandemic.

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Episode #332 – Songwriters Not Free To Experiment, NAMM Cancelled, And Producer/Engineer Sean Giovanni Aug 25, 2020

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NEWS2 unique plagiarism cases about copying yourself, and freedom to experimentWinter NAMM 2021 has been cancelled, but that might not be so badGUESTProducer/engineer/entrepreneur Sean GiovanniSean Giovanni is a producer, engineer and owner of The Record Shop Studio in Nashville. He has worked with clients in the studio ranging from Tim McGraw, Big and Rich, Zakk Wylde, The Wallflowers, Juicy J, and Lil Jon.Sean is also passionate about helping creatives build a sustainable business around their art and achieving their goals. Beyond his work at The Record Shop, he is also the co-founder of Mind Map, an online training course designed to help artists find their own unique intersection of art and commerce to fuel longevity in their career. During the interview we talked about working through your problems when the worst happens, developing a client base, taking advantage of opportunities, how mentors are more accessible than you think, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at a couple of new plagiarism lawsuits that you wonât believe, and the winter NAMM Show has been cancelled. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2544', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

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Episode #331 – Stairway To Heaven Lawsuit, Rickenbacker Dumps Guitar Center, And AmplifyX Founder Adam Cowherd Aug 18, 2020

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NEWSThe "Stairway To Heaven" plagiarism lawsuit is going to the Supreme CourtRickenbacker dumps Guitar Center and Musician's FriendGUESTAmplifyX founder Adam CowherdAdam Cowherd is the founder of AmplifyX, a company that bridges the financial gap between musicians and fans by letting supporters invest in artists like startups.When his work with Ernst & Young in the financial sector landed Adam in Los Angeles, it wasnât long before he started seeing gaps in the music industry landscape. Chief among them was the need for a new approach to royalties, one that could keep up with the rapid pace of innovation in the music business as a whole â and let an increasingly conscious public connect with the artists they love through direct investments.The AmplifyX model allows upcoming and established artists to retain control of their own intellectual property and career decisions while collecting up to 90% of royalties â as opposed to the current industry standard cuts, often totaling less than 20%.During the interview we talked about how the company takes advantage of new investment rules, the financial literacy of Gen-Z, how music is similar to real estate, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at the Stairway To Heaven plagiarism suit going to the Supreme Court, and Rickenbacker no longer accepting orders from Guitar Center. var embedVars = { epGuid: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/?p=2532', rssUrl: 'https://bobbyoinnercircle.com/feed/podcast/', backgroundColor: 'white', height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true };

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Episode #330 – Dewey Bunnell From America, No Artist Pay For Airplay, And New Acoustic Advances Aug 11, 2020

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NEWSBipartisan Congressional support for not paying artists for radio airplaySeveral new acoustic advances to be aware ofGUESTAmerica co-founder Dewey BunnellDewey Bunnell, is a founding member and half of the band with a lot of big hits that you probably know well - America. Deweyâs best known compositions include âHorse With No Name,â âVentura Highway,â âTin Manâ and âThe Border,â among many others.During this long interview we talked about the origins of the band, keeping a touring band together for a long period of time, working with members of the Wrecking Crew, working with George Martin, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at how musicians will continue not being paid for radio play, and some new advancements in acoustics. var embedVars = { epId: 49637215, backgroundColor: 'white', height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true };

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Episode #329 – Music Videos Coming To Facebook, Capturing The Sounds Of Mars, And Songwriter/Entrepreneur Adam McInnis Aug 04, 2020

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NEWSOfficial music videos coming to Facebook with the industry's blessingDPA gear is going to Mars on the latest RoverGUESTSinger/songwriter, mentor and entrepreneur Adam McInnisAdam McInnis is a singer/songwriter most known for his work on tv and film as well as for collaborating with the top DJâs of EDM. He has interests in 3 publishing companies, a recording studio in Austin, a skin care line, and a yearly songwriter camp in Costa Rica called Neverland Retreats. Adam's online platform called The Billboard 500 Club, where he gives out mentoring information and advice regarding the music industry, has also gained a vast following.During the interview we talked about how social media can bring an artist a false sense of worth, how to land an investor and how much money to ask for, why hip hop artists understand the new music business better than almost anyone else, the âoooh â factor, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at how official music videos are finally on Facebook, and capturing the sound of the red planet. var embedVars = { epId: 48539770, backgroundColor: 'white', height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true };

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Episode #328 – Gen-Z Influencing Listening, The 5 Mix Elements, And Composer David O Jul 28, 2020

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NEWSGen-Z's taste in music is different and it's influencing other generationsThe 5 Mix Element RuleGUESTMusical theater composer/arranger and musical director David ODavid O's work as a composer is enhanced by his unique skills as a multi-faceted music-theatre artist, pianist, conductor, arranger, vocal coach, and sometimes actor. He has received numerous awards and accolades over the years for his work, including Ovation Awards, LA Weekly and LA Drama Critics Circle Awards, Backstage West Garland Awards, and was the 2012 recipient of the LA Drama Critics Circle Joel Hirschhorn Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre.Davidâs musical compositions span a broad range of styles and genres, and have been featured in the theatre, in concert halls, and in film and television. He is also committed to the education of young people, continuing the traditions of music and music-theatre for the next generations. In addition to his work in the classroom, the rehearsal room, and on stage, David is a well-respected vocal and performance coach, specializing in working with actor/singers of all ages and all skill levels on musical theatre performance, including audition preparation, vocal technique, and unlocking the emotional truth of songs in order to create cathartic musical theatre performances. During the interview we talked about how being an actor helps in theater music direction, working as a musician on a cruise ship, whether or not the character knows if they are singing, and much more.On the intro Iâll take a look at the ways Gen-Z is changing our listening habits, and the 5 mix elements that every musician should know. var embedVars = { epId: 48489617, backgroundColor: 'white', height: '600px', showSpeakers: true };

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