Music Business Podcast

Season 1 Finale! Aug 22, 2021

After 124 episodes, we are switching it up. We're putting a nice, big red bow on Season 1. Thank you all so much for the incredible support over the past 2 years and we are so so thankful for the amazing community that now surrounds the podcast and everything it stands for.

This is our opportunity to reimagine and continue to level up how we operate, the conversations we have, the potential to organise events and come back like never before.

BRB on September 23rd.

Don't be a stranger.

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Using the Blog Era to Win in 2021 with Co-Founder of Closed Sessions Alexander Fruchter Aug 13, 2021

On this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we invite Alexander Fruchter aka DJ RTC. Born and raised in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, he has been a mainstay in Chicago’s Hip Hop community as a DJ, journalist, and label owner for close to 20 years. Fruchter is the founder of the significant underground Hip Hop blog rubyhornet, an accomplished DJ, and an Associate Professor of Instruction at Columbia College Chicago. Fruchter is the founder of the indie Hip Hop label, Closed Sessions, and was recognized by the Chicago Tribune as a “Chicagoan of the Year” in 2016. He is a graduate of Indiana University, and currently lives in Humboldt Park. His most recent writing can be found at LL Cool’s Rock The Bells.

Today, we talk about founding Closed Sessions and writing for rubyhornet in the height of the blog era, what today's music industry can learn from it when it comes to community building, branding, and more. This is a fun, informative episode and a moment nostalgia for anyone that was a part of the blogging community in the early 2010s. Even if you weren't, you'll get an idea of what it brought to today's industry by the episode's conclusion.

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Providing Day One Support to Songwriters with VP, Creative, at BMI New York, Samantha Cox Jul 23, 2021

This week we talked with Vice President, Creative, BMI New York, Samantha Cox. Samantha is responsible for overseeing the Pop, Rock and Indie team based in BMI’s New York office. She is also responsible for scouting and signing new songwriters and publishers, and maintaining relationships with existing BMI affiliates worldwide.

Cox has additionally launched several successful programs including, BMI’s Speed Dating for Songwriters®, BMI Pick of the Month, the Annual BMI Acoustic Brunch at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Festival.

It was great to hear about her climb to her current role, how BMI invests in songwriters early in their careers, and how performance rights organizations operate within the music industry, and more.

Learn more about BMI and the business of songwriting at the next BMI 101 event here: https://www.bmi.com/events/entry/58540

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Building an International Non-Profit in Music with shesaid.so Founder + CEO Andreea Magdalina Jul 15, 2021

On today's episode of the Music Business Podcast, we interview shesaid.so Founder and Partnership Strategist Andreea Magdalina. Andreea is an experienced speaker on topics such as music and brand partnerships, business development, brand strategy, building community, marketing, and diversity & inclusion. She has spent the past 4 years working with creative agencies to develop digital-first content, technology products and strategic partnerships for global brands.

As of May 2019, she is focusing on her role as CEO at shesaid.so in addition to consulting for music, technology and culture-forward clients. Partnerships she has previously worked on include clients such as YouTube Music, Instagram, Microsoft, Skype, Sonos, British Council to name a few.

Today, we discuss the founding of shesaid.so, how it's grown internationally, what standing up for equality looks like in music, strategies for building community, questions to ask yourself when developing a strategic partnership, and more.

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Developing Your Craft While Building Your Artist Business with Marc E. Bassy Jul 09, 2021

On today's episode of the Music Business Podcast, we interview artist and singer-songwriter Marc E. Bassy. Since 2014, Bassy has grown his listenership to over five million monthly listeners on Spotify and has become an in-demand songwriter. His list of collaborations include Kehlani, YG, Ty Dolla $ign, Charlie Puth, G-Eazy, Hailee Steinfeld and more. He's additionally the founder of his own independent record label, New Gold Medal Records.

On the episode, we discuss the process of building a business around his music, the dynamic between him and his manager, how he's grown as a songwriter and musician over his career, the role of collaborations, and more. We give you tactics and insights from the brightest business people in music and we're honored to have Marc as the most recent artist to shed more light on the business from an artist's perspective.

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Trapital: Jonnyshipes on Cinematic Music Group, Indie Hip-Hop, and Building the Supreme for Music Jul 01, 2021

EPISODE SWAP TIME! This week, we are switching episodes with Dan Runcie's 'Trapital' Podcast.

The episode with Jonnyshipes discusses establishing Cinematic, indie label deals, and how a label brands itself. Alongside this, it's a great example of how to manage personal branding and branding for businesses.

Find out more info on Trapital Podcast here:

https://trapital.co/pod/

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Building Robust Marketing Campaigns with VP Digital & Creative at EMPIRE Moody Jones Jun 24, 2021

This week, we sat down with Moody Jones, SVP of Digital and Creative at EMPIRE. He has gained majority of his experience in the music and lifestyle industry where he has been able to work with some of today’s top artists such as Tyga, Iggy Azalea, XXXtentacion, Carnage, Snoop Dogg and many more.

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Building a Culture of Growth & Performance with Niko Ivanov, Partner & Head of Accounts at NOX Media Jun 17, 2021

On this episode, we’re really excited to have Niko Ivanov, a Partner & the Head of Accounts at NOX Media. Outside of NOX, Niko also manages Chad Tepper and Gaddo. He’s a close friend and business partner of our co-host Sam Hysell and in this episode Niko dives into frameworks he’s used to help artists grow and prosper through content and digital marketing. Beyond diving into marketing principles, Niko also speaks to various tactics he’s used to create a high performance culture internally at NOX, as well as stay calm and collected in the face of so many things happening at once.

Be sure to check out Niko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikogivanov/

And to learn more about NOX be sure to visit: https://www.wearenox.co

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Rewind: How Crypto & NFT’s Will Decentralize the Music Industry with Cooper Turley, Crypto Strategist at Audius Jun 10, 2021

To celebrate Sam starting 'nft now', a web3 digital media company on a mission to empower the creators of culture through freshly minted NFT news, curation and analysis, we're re-publishing an episode with Cooper Turley.

Cooper Turley is the Head of Crypto Strategy at Audius, an emerging streaming platform. He sits at the intersection of the music industry and the exciting developments in the world of blockchain and crypto currency. He's helped numerous artists launch projects and monetize by selling digital collectables. We'll explore how blockchain and crypto may impact the music industry, and how you can use that to your advantage. In this episode, we speak to how artists are tapping into the world of NFT's and how you can do the same as the market continues to grow.

Follow nft now below as well as listen to the 'nft now podcast' wherever you get your podcasts! Congrats, Sam!

https://www.instagram.com/nftnow

https://twitter.com/nftnow

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Referenced Resources

https://superrare.co/

https://niftygateway.com/marketplace

https://makersplace.com/

https://zora.co/

https://viv3.com/

https://www.nbatopshot.com/

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Building a Multi-Tier Music Company with Chrysallis Blue Raincoat Group CEO Jeremy Lascelles Jun 03, 2021

In this week’s episode, we spoke with Jeremy Lascelles, CEO of Chrysallis Blue Raincoat Group. Blue Raincoat Music is an artist management company, music publishing company and record label, founded in 2014 by Jeremy Lascelles and Robin Millar. In 2016 the company launched a new publishing arm and bought Chrysalis Records, one of the leading British independent labels. Chrysalis Records then re-launched as a frontline label in February 2020, marking a return to releasing new music for the first time in over two decades. In 2019 Blue Raincoat Music forged a partnership with New York based independent music company Reservoir Media, and Blue Raincoat Music Publishing is a joint venture between the two parties.

In his extremely notable and successful career in the music industry, he has worked with and supervised the signing of Bon Iver, Cee-Lo Green, OutKast, and more recently, Phoebe Bridgers. Jeremy has been involved with a range of aspects of the music industry. From starting off managing artists at a young age, to go on to be an A&R under Richard Branson.

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Discovering & Breaking Talent and Why Atlanta Can’t Be Overlooked with Authentic Empire Music Group CEO Boomman May 27, 2021

This week, we talked with Authentic Empire Music Group CEO, Boomman. AEMG is home to artists such as Euro, G.A., Geezy Escobar, Foogiano, and many more. In 2017, Boomman partnered up and consulted for The Lights Global who is known for the Juju on that Beat and signing global sensation Lil Pump.

In the show, we talk about starting and building AEMG, what he considers when signing a new artist, what has made him so successful, and the importance of mentorship within business and music.

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Building an Agency from 0 to 40 Employees in Under 3 Years with Creed Media Co-Founders Tim Collins & Hugo LePrince May 20, 2021

This week, we sat down with Tim Collins and Hugo LePrince from Creed Media. In the last 3 years (since 2018) they have grown Creed from 0-40 employees and they talk us through strategies and mindsets that massively helped them in the process of achieving this. In one of the most entertaining episodes of Music Business Podcast, we discuss the journey of Creed, how they acquire clients and invaluable growth tips for independent artists through TikTok.

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Thriving As A Manager And Helping RAC Become A Top NFT Music Artist With Zael Ellenhorn May 13, 2021

Happy Thursday Everyone! In this week’s episode, we talk with Artist Manager Zael Ellenhorn from YM&U Group. So far in his career, he has managed the likes of Ryan Caraveo, Kina and RAC.

As RAC entered the NFT and crypto space nearly a decade ago, it was amazing to hear Zael’s experience with working with a pioneer in this field. We talk about early experiences, getting into management, working with a management company, community engagement, and so much more.

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Ultra Records Creative Director, Eddie Sears aka DJ/Producer Rocket Pengwin, on Telling Stories that Drive Traction May 06, 2021

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Eddie Sears, Creative Director for Ultra Records and DJ/Producer, ‘Rocket Pengwin’.

We discuss what his roles and duties are as both creative director for Ultra Records, and how he balances his own artist career with his role at the label. It was super interesting to hear his take on effectively utilizing budgeting. And additionally, how to work out what the artist’s creative vision is, form a strategy to make it a reality, and constructively manage the creative marketing side of a campaign.

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Global A&R and Artist Development with Jean-Sebastien Permal, Director of A&R for Sony Music Continental Europe and Africa Apr 29, 2021

Today on the Music Business Podcast we invited Jean-Sebastien Permal the Director of A&R for Sony Music Continental Europe and Africa. In 2017 Jean Sebastian joined Sony Music Germany’s label, Four Music, before broadening his A&R role for all Sony Music labels across Europe and Africa in 2018. Over the past two years, Permal has worked closely with Sony Music’s labels on a variety of artist projects in the region, all while supporting Sony Music Continental Europe and Africa’s A&R executives.

In this episode we discuss

As an A&R, what does your day to day look like? What’s the split between discovering and signing artists, vs. helping your existing roster create great music with great collaborators?
When you’re at such a high level as an A&R, what are some of your conversations or day-to-day responsibilities like?

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Artist Creative Strategy Deep Dive with Rebekah Espinosa, Senior Director of Marketing and Programming at UMG’s °1824 Apr 22, 2021

This week, we sit down with Rebekah Espinosa, Senior Director of Marketing and Programming at UMG’s °1824. She has a wealth of experience in supporting artists, from emerging musicians to some world-class acts like Pharrell, Beyoncé, J. Cole and more.

In the episode, we discuss her leadership values, strategies, and tactics to drive the success of her team. She also talks about how to nurture the creative process and appreciate growth and success as a result of this. Additionally, she answers the $100k marketing question, and answers questions from the MBP community.

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Producer/DJ Gareth Emery on the Ascent to Arena’s and Dropping NFT’s Apr 15, 2021

Today on the podcast we have on award winning DJ and producer originally from the UK Gareth Emery. He’s been able to build a sustainable and long career as a musician and he's known for his incredible live performances and arena shows with world class laser light shows and he also was the CEO of a blockchain music streaming service called choon from 2017-2019, ahead of his time. Today, we talk about the NFT world, the blockchain, why it’s getting popular now, and the similarities between creating great music and creating a great NFT. We’re really excited because today he’s doing a very innovative NFT drop, we dive deep into it in the episode but amidst a massive influx of NFT to supply, it’s great to see people like Gareth who’ve been at the forefront of the interaction of crypto x music world channeling his creativity and authenticity into a one of a kind nft and experience. Check out his NFT drop on nifygateway here: https://niftygateway.com/collections/garethopen

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The Orchard SVP of Global Label Management Tricia Arnold on The Evolution of Labels & Distributors Apr 08, 2021

In this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we sit down with Tricia Arnold the SVP of Global Label Management and Sales at The Orchard, the industry’s leading global music distributor and artist and label services company operating in 45 markets worldwide. Tricia oversees The Orchard’s sales and label management teams outside of North America driving global release strategy and envisioning and enacting processes to drive The Orchard's value proposition worldwide.Tricia has been with The Orchard since 2012, starting in the UK office as the European Sales & Distributor Director, then transitioning to Senior Director, Retail Marketing in New York, where she led the North American Retail Marketing team, while developing relationships and marketing strategy across key accounts.

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Growing a Career as a Songwriter/Producer with Jake Posner, SVP A&R at Hallwood Media and Manager of A R I Z O N A Mar 25, 2021

In this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we interview Jake Posner, SVP A&R at Hallwood Media. In addition to managing artists of his own, Jake specializes in working with artists in the songwriter and producer space.

In this episode, we discuss how he discovered A R I Z O N A, the A&R process for finding songwriters and producers to sign, the vetting process for potential collaborations with his artists, goal setting as a producer and/or songwriter, and more. Additionally, because Hallwood Media launched in the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we discuss how that shaped the beginning of Hallwood Media’s strategy and what it may look like post-pandemic.

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Guapdad 4000 & Yung Pinch’s manager Sam Lancaster on Artist Development & How Production Companies Differentiate Themselves Mar 18, 2021

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we sat down with Sam Lancaster of Twnshp Management, manager for Yung Pinch, Guapdad 4000, James Delgado, and Quail P.

In the episode, we discuss discovering Guapdad 4000 and his rapid growth, how Sam leverages his production company to bring artists into the fold, how production companies differentiate themselves between management and labels, and more.

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Toro y Moi & Death Cab for Cuties Manager Jordan Kurland on Longevity, Growth & Impact in Music Mar 11, 2021

On this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we invite Jordan Kurland, Founding Partner of Brilliant Corners Artist Management. Jordan has built a decorated career working with artists including Death Cab for Cutie, Postal Service, Toro Y Moi, Best Coast, and more.

On today’s episode, we dive into the best way to approach and get to know a manager, keys to a long term partnership between a manager and an artist, how to decide when’s the right time to sign to a label, how Jordan incorporates his passion for politics into his career, and more.

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Being an Executive at Epic, Def Jam and Roc Nation with CEO of DVERSE MEDIA Benny Pough Mar 04, 2021

On this week's episode, we have a very special guest, Mr. Benny Pough. Benny has a very long, incredible career within the music industry. He's currently the CEO of DVERSE MEDIA, a multi-tiered entertainment company that will be home to record labels, distribution, publishing, management, and more that he launched after having decades worth of experience in the music industry. He was the Senior Vice President at Def Jam, Executive Vice President at Epic Records president of Roc Nation music. Benny has a lot of experience in the music industry and is now starting to build his own venture, leveraging all the experience he has being an operator and executive at industry-leading companies.

We hope you enjoyed this episode and as always, feel free to leave a comment or a review on what you thought about the episode on Apple Podcasts or on the Music Business Podcast Instagram @musicbusinesspodcast. We’re also very excited to connect with our community on Patreon, MusicBusinessPodcast.com/Community. We look forward to you joining our community!

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How Crypto & NFT’s Will Decentralize the Music Industry with Cooper Turley, Crypto Strategist at Audius Feb 25, 2021

On this week's episode we invited Cooper Turley, Crypto Strategist at Audius. Cooper Turley is the head of crypto strategy at Audius, an emerging streaming platform. He sits at the intersection of the music industry and the exciting developments in the world of blockchain and crypto currency. He's helped numerous artists launch projects and monetize by selling digital collectables. We'll explore how blockchain and crypto may impact the music industry, and how you can use that to your advantage.

In this episode, we speak to how artists are tapping into the world of NFT's and how you can do the same as the market continues to grow.

As always, please leave a review and let us know what you think, follow us on Instagram @musicbusinesspodcast, and join our Patreon community at musicbusinesspodcast.com/community.

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Referenced Resources

https://superrare.co/

https://niftygateway.com/marketplace

https://makersplace.com/

https://zora.co/

https://viv3.com/

https://www.nbatopshot.com/

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Supporting Hit Songs with Owner of Brill Building Music Publishing, Benjamin Groff Feb 18, 2021

In this week’s episode of the music business podcast, we sit down with Owner at Brill Building Music Publishing, Benjamin Groff. Benjamin’s past experience includes working senior positions at BMG Music, EMI Music Publishing, and Kobalt Music. He’s worked with The Lumineers, Grimes, Ryan Tedder, One Republic, Kid Cudi, Tiesto, and more.

On today’s episode, we discuss the values that helped Benjamin succeed at such a high level for so many years, the components of a hit song and songwriter, his book “How Do I Get A Record Deal? Sign Yourself!” and more.

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Breaking Tyga, Lil Dicky with Billboard Power Player Anthony Martini, CEO of Commission Feb 11, 2021

In our 100th episode of the Music Business Podcast, we sit down with Anthony Martini, CEO of Commission.

With over 15 years of experience in the music industry, Anthony Martini has worked across multiple genres and sectors of the music industry, with his start working with metal acts like Lamb of God, Behemoth, and Terror. He then joined Crush Management (Sia, Fall Out Boy, Train, etc.) before launching his own management company, The CMSN, where he discovered and developed Tyga. Subsequently, he founded record label Commission, where he signed artists including Lil Dicky, MadeInTYO, and IDK. In 2019, Billboard Magazine recognized him as an R&B/Hip-Hop Power Player.

In today’s episode, we discuss breaking Tyga, including his start with Young Money earlier in his career, as well as Lil Dicky, including a story about how his hit single “Save Dat Money” came to be. We additionally discuss the values and lucrative risk taking that contributed to his successful career.

Thank you, to everyone that has supported the past two years while the podcast has grown to 100 episodes. It’s an honor to share our guests’ experiences, as well as our own, with our audience. In addition to leaving a review, join our discord via our Patreon at musicbusinesspodcast.com/community and follow us on IG at @musicbusinesspodcast. Grateful for each and every one of you!

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Breaking Zhu & Gallant while Doubling as Producer/DJ with David Dann Feb 04, 2021

On this episode of the podcast we invited David Dann. Dann is a producer/DJ and the founder of LA based independent record company, Mind of a Genius, focuses on nurturing talent first and foremost. That approach has driven the label’s continued success since 2013. Over a billion streams later - the label has architected a platform to foster artistic development, and it ignited the careers of Gallant, Klangstof, ZHU, THEY., Kwaye, and more. Among many milestones, ZHU’s “Faded” notched the label’s first 2014 GRAMMY® Award nod in the category of “Best Dance Recording” and Gallant’s 2016 full-length debut album "Ology" earned a nomination for “Best Urban Contemporary Album,” while the alternative Amsterdam based maverick and acclaimed Dutch-Norwegian band Klangstof both turned heads as Coachella's first dutch band to play. Meanwhile, Hypebeast, Complex, and Revolt touted MOAG as a true tastemaker in extensive features as he simultaneously orchestrated a high-profile distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records for portion of the company.

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Growing Globally with International Marketing Manager at Columbia Records, Tori McCue Jan 28, 2021

In this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we sit down with International Marketing Manager at Columbia Records, Tori McCue. Tori’s past experience includes working for the media and touring divisions at Move Forward Music and on the digital marketing team at Def Jam Recordings (where she worked for Jeezy, Fabolous, Kaash Paige, etc.).

Today, we discuss what it’s like bridging the gap between marketing campaigns domestically with their international counterparts, recent campaigns and how she approached them, how she’d spend an 100k marketing budget on breaking an artist in 2021, and more.

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Clinton Sparks on Selling 75M+ records and Winning Big in the Music Business Jan 21, 2021

On this episode of the Music Business podcast we invite Clinton Sparks. Clinton is a Grammy nominated producer, DJ, and marketing executive who's sold over 75,000,000 records. Clinton has worked with notable artists and brands from Samsung, Beyonce, Pepsi, Eminem, Nordstroms, Lady Gaga, Sirius XM, Faze Clan, Dash Radio to Kanye West and Yahoo. Clinton’s business and marketing prowess has led him to build multi million dollar companies by implementing innovative marketing strategies for businesses and brands that continue to shape and shift culture today.

We hope you enjoyed this episode and as always, feel free to leave a comment or a review on what you thought about the episode on Apple Podcasts or on the Music Business Podcast instagram @musicbusinesspodcast. We’re also very excited to connect with our community on Patreon, MusicBusinessPodcast.com/Community. We look forward to you joining our community!

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Matchmaking Superstars with VP of A&R at Warner Records, Gabz Landman Jan 14, 2021

On this week's episode, we invited the VP of A&R at Warner Records, Gabz Landman. Five years ago Gabz Landman was doing A&R for relatively unknown pop singer Dua Lipa, insisting she would be huge. Now, she's singing that tune for Amy Allen, the songwriter behind Selena Gomez's "Back to You" and Halsey's top 10 single "Without Me" as VP of A&R at Warner Records.

We hope you enjoyed this episode and as always, feel free to leave a comment or a review on what you thought about the episode on Apple Podcasts or on the Music Business Podcast instagram @musicbusinesspodcast. We’re also very excited to connect with our community on Patreon, MusicBusinessPodcast.com/Community. We look forward to you joining our community!

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Winning as a Writer or Producer with Maytav Koter, Founder of Good Company MGMT Jan 07, 2021

Maytav Koter is the founder of Good Company MGMT, a boutique, family-oriented producer & songwriter management company. Since starting Good Company, Maytav has signed and developed artist, songwriter and author Hayley Gene Penner, who released her debut memoir this Fall and has penned songs for The (Dixie) Chicks, Sabrina Claudio, Lennon Stella, Charlotte Lawrence, The Chainsmokers and many more. In addition to Penner, Maytav manages producer/instrumentalist Spencer Stewart, who executive produced Alina Baraz’s album It Was Divine, and works with Role Model and Christina Aguilera, and Grammy nominated producer Al Shux who wrote & produced JAY-Z “Empire State of Mind” ft. Alicia Keys and Kendrick Lamar “All the Stars” ft. SZA. Maytav also serves as an A&R consultant for Atlantic Records UK and Elektra Records, and is a member of City of Hope’s Future Hope committee and T.J. Martell’s Young Professionals Advisory Council. Prior to founding Good Company, Maytav was Director of A&R at Primary Wave.

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Cultivating an Original Sound for the Mainstream with LuckyMe Co-Founder, Dominic Flannigan Dec 31, 2020

On this week’s episode of the Music Business Podcast, Jordan interviews the Co-Founder of UK-based record label, LuckyMe. LuckyMe’s roster includes Cashmere Cat, Hudson Mohawke, TNGHT, Jacques Green, Baauer, who was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic album at the 2021 Grammys, and more.

In the episode, we discuss finding Hudson Mohawke, what drives LuckyMe’s discovery process, how the label is structured, Baauer’s Grammys campaign, and more. Whether you’re thinking about starting a label, want to be discovered by one, or want to upgrade a current label, this episode will provide valuable insights for you. It’ll also give an exclusive peek into the makings of a legendary indie label on the cusp of a 2021 Grammy win.

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Building A Sustainable Merch Business with Founder of Drop Party, Marco Marandiz Dec 24, 2020

On this week’s episode of the Music Business Podcast, we interview Founder of Drop Party, Marco Marandiz. Marandiz, who additionally serves as a consultant (i.e. product and merch design, production, site design, development, marketing strategy, content merchandising, etc.) for Westbrook, speaks to us about developing a strategy for distribution, promotion, and collaboration while building a merchandise business.

Whether you’re an artist that wants to begin selling merchandise, or a manager that wants to level up your merchandising for your clients, this episode gives you the keys on how to approach the multi-faceted e-commerce industry with confidence.

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Decoding the GRAMMY Nomination & Selection Process with Shannon Herber, Pop, Dance/Electronic Genre Manager at The Recording Academy Dec 18, 2020

The GRAMMYs is one of, if not the most, respected awards show in music. Nominations and winners are lauded year after year for their accomplishments. It’s undoubtedly a reflection of not just artist approval by the music industry, but also artist discovery.

On this week’s episode of the Music Business Podcast, we spoke with someone who makes a living on exposing audiences to artists and quality music - Pop & Dance/Electronic Electronic Genre Manager at the Recording Academy, Shannon Herber.

Here are a few of the things we cover in this episode:

Event Production for a range of event types for the GRAMMYs,

Tour Management and Operations for a globally renowned artist,

Artist relations and Project Management across top entertainment firms and artists,

Guest speaking on industry panels and serving as an advisor to several organizations,

Mentoring the next generation of music professionals,

Breaking down the Grammy Selection Process.

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Behind a Modern Day Record Label with Chris Maltese, Tunecore US Head of Artist Services Dec 10, 2020

On this week’s episode of the Music Business Podcast, we talked with someone who’s seen it all when it comes to understanding and keeping up with music trends - Head of Artists Services at US Tunecore, Chris Maltese. Chris has worked in media as a Senior Producer at MTV, has managed a wide variety of artists from up and coming to Grammy Award winning, has worked as an A&R in publishing and now heads up a new label division at TuneCore / Believe. He and his team are planning on creating artist-centric record labels that are focused on specific genres. This past March, they launched their first project, a hip hop and R&B-focused label called PIVTL Projects. Chris talked about his experiences in music media and the differences between being a music manager and leading a record label. He also gave valuable pointers on what makes artists and music professionals successful in such a fickle industry.

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The Key to Great Rollouts with Music Marketer and Founder of Deep Cuts, Amber Horsburgh Dec 03, 2020

Amber has spent the better part of the last decade working as a music strategist around New York and Los Angeles. Her first big break in the industry was becoming a social media manager at a touring company called One Love.

Amber handled social media strategies and integrations at various EDM festivals in Australia. She claimed that working on tour was an incredibly valuable experience due to its faster pace, as dealing with multiple responsibilities in high-pressure environments set her up for future success.

For the past year or so, she’s taken up freelancing as a music strategist. Her work involves meeting with artists, coming up with effective marketing strategies, and teaching them the ropes of the industry. Amber also writes her own online newsletter called Deep Cuts, where she breaks down strategies, insights, and tactics for music marketing.

Amber also publishes industry newsletter, Deep Cuts where she breaks down strategies, insights and tactics for music marketing. She also runs The School of Deep Cuts teaching artists how to build release plans that scale.

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Redefining Steaming & Global Communications Strategies with Deezer Global Director of Communication, Anton Gourman Nov 26, 2020

For artists and managers, a quality rollout for a record or album is sometimes just as important as the content itself. In an age where we’re constantly being fed new information, marketing a new release has become a lengthy and incredibly strategic process.

With touring and concerts on hiatus, it’s important for artists to properly sell their upcoming releases and maximize their outreach. But what goes into a great rollout? How can artists leverage their relationships with their fans to get as many eyes and ears on their content when it drops? Answering these questions for us this week on the Music Business Podcast is former SVP of Strategy at Downtown Records and music marketing strategist, Amber Horsburgh.

Amber has worked with artists such as Mura Masa, Smimo, and SOFI TUKKER, and collaborated with big-name brands like YouTube and Spotify. Her expertise lies in branding and marketing campaigns, as she currently pens her own music marketing and strategy newsletter, Deep Cuts, runs her own online course for music professionals, and is freelancing as a music strategist.

Amber gave us actionable strategies for planning and executing effective content rollouts, while also highlighting the importance of proper budgeting and creating solid artist-fan relationships. In this article, we’ll be exploring some of Amber’s key insights that we think all artists and music professionals should know. Let’s dive in.

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The Future of Livestreaming with John Petrocelli CEO of Bulldog Nov 19, 2020

On this weeks episode we have on John Petrocelli CEO of Bulldog. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts Amherst as a Business Administrations major, John landed a job working for Prince. There, he helped the pop legend launch the first artist-owned digital music store as well as a direct-to-fan ticketing platform.

While on tour, John would watch Prince do a 2 to 3 hour show, then host a post-show where he would perform for another 3 to 4 hours. John wanted some way to share these incredible experiences with his friends, which led him to his live streaming pursuits.

He went on to work for Incited Media which was bought out by AEG. John became the head of AEG’s live streaming department and struck up a working relationship with YouTube to deliver live streams for big music events like Bonnarroo and Coachella.

With years of industry experience under his belt, John started his own live streaming company called Bulldog DM. Since then, Bulldog's has become one of the world’s most prolific and experienced streaming companies, providing streaming services to major brands, artists, and sports leagues.

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Crafting Stories that Attract Press with AUS Founder/Partner + US Partner of twnty three (23), Melody Forghani & Amanda Perlstein Nov 12, 2020

On this episode we invited AUS Founder/Partner + US Partner of twnty three (23), Melody Forghani & Amanda Perlstein. The company was originally Australia-based and recently expanded to the US in 2019. Their roster includes Noname, Omar Apollo, Cautious Clay, and more.

https://www.twntythree.com/

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indify CEO Shav Garg on Helping Independent Artists Build World Class Teams and Music Tech Nov 05, 2020

Shav Grarg, along with his longtime friends Matthew Pavia and Connor Lawrence, built indify as a music data analytics company meant to provide exposure for unknown talent. The platform has since evolved into a hub for artists to build their teams by connecting with managers, lawyers, and even investors.

He spoke about his experiences with building a music tech company and all the trials and tribulations that he and his team overcame to get where they are now. Shav also discussed the importance of a strong support system for artists and how indify is creating a power shift that aims to empower more artists to succeed in a cutthroat music industry.

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Helping Artists Build their Fanbase with Crowd Surf Co-Founders Cassie Petrey and Jade Driver Oct 29, 2020

Cassie and Jade transformed their love for the Backstreet Boys into one of the most prominent digital marketing companies in the music industry. They talked to us about how they built their company, Crowd Surf, using their respective skills and knowledge, and the key components to building a strong and sustainable fanbase.

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How Puma Partners with Musicians to Drive Growth with Sydney Levaton, Manager, Entertainment Marketing and Partnerships Oct 22, 2020

On this episode we have on Sydney Levaton, Manager, Entertainment Marketing and Partnerships at PUMA Group. In this episode we discuss what Sydney's first job in the industry was and how she got it. What artists collabs / campaigns she has worked on and how she identifies artists she want to collaborate with.

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RCA SVP of Digital Marketing, Tarek Al-Hamdouni on Growing Artists & Streams Oct 15, 2020

In this episode we had on the SVP of Digital Marketing at RCA Tarek Al-Hamdouni. Tarek grew up as an avid music fan and wanted to work in the industry from a young age. He attended Northeastern University as a music industry program major, gaining extensive knowledge on copyrighting, royalties, and publishing.

Following graduation, he landed an internship at J Records, which was bought out by RCA during his tenure. After one of his supervisors brought him on during the merger, Tarek spent the next few years working his way up RCA to become the VP of Digital Marketing in 2015, and the Senior VP in 2018.

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Building a Tech Company in the Music Industry and Fostering Collaboration with Vampr Co-Founders, Josh Simons and Baz Palmer Oct 08, 2020

Launched in 2016, Vampr is a location-based social and professional mobile platform that facilitates music discovery, networking, and communication between musicians, music industry professionals, and music fans. Founded by Australia’s The Music Network’s 30 Under 30 Power Player, Josh Simons, and multi-award-winning songwriter/guitarist and tech entrepreneur, Baz Palmer, the award-winning app is home to over 600,000 users and is active in every country. Vampr has helped fledgling musicians broker over five and a half million connections worldwide.

Earlier this year Vampr launched Vampr Publishing, they now represent thousands of songs for sync opportunities. The company has been recognized in 10 awards from various industry leaders including being named in Apple’s Best of Year and winning the SF MusicTech Summit. The company has raised 2 million dollars over three funding rounds, including investments from advisory board members Matt Adell (former Beatport CEO) and Nick Feldman (founding member of the band Wang Chung, and later a Warner Music exec).

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Driving Streams and Gaining Fans with Alamo Records VP of Digital Marketing, Drew De Leon Oct 01, 2020

On this week’s episode we invite Alamo Records VP of Digital Marketing Drew De Leon. He works with a talented roster of artists such as Rod Wave, SainVil, Wifisfuneral, Lil Gotit, and Yung Mal. Drew also runs a global community-driven music and tech education platform called The Digilogue.

In this episode we discuss what makes a great marketer, turning followers into fans, and driving streams.

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Maverick President Greg Thompson on Developing Superstars and World Class Teams Sep 24, 2020

On this weeks episode we invite Greg Thompson a longtime record executive and current president of Maverick Music.

He started out working in local radio promotions and various music labels for years until becoming the executive vice president for Capitol Music Group in 2013. There, he worked with the likes of Katy Perry, Beck, and Jennifer Lopez. In 2016, he left Capitol to become the president of Maverick Music.

Thompson’s journey from a radio promoter to the president of a major entertainment conglomerate makes him an incredible resource for any aspiring artist and managers trying to navigate the current industry.

He shared his insights on what goes into becoming a superstar musician, how managers facilitate that success, and the key factors for constructing high-performing teams. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation.

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Spotify Music’s Head of International Madeleine Bennett on Driving Growth and High Performing Teams Sep 17, 2020

On this weeks episode we invite Madeleine Bennett the current Head of International at Spotify Music, where she coordinates various teams within Spotify’s international division.

After getting a Master of Education degree at Harvard, she worked at various record labels with artists such as Mumford and Sons, Skrillex, and Justin Bieber. She started working at Spotify in 2016, and became the Head of International in 2019.

Madeleine and her team focus on highlighting emerging artists from around the world. They partner with artists and curate thousands of playlists and other user-based content for Spotify users.

After talking with Madeleine, she gave a ton of knowledge on how artists can find their footing on Spotify while cultivating a strong team around them. Here are the key takeaways from our conversation.

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Securing the Brand Bag with Head of Brand Partnerships at The FADER, Shauna Alexander Sep 10, 2020

On this weeks episode we invited the Head of Brand Partnerships at The FADER, Shauna Alexander. The Fader is a music and culture editorial magazine and online platform that is known for its ear-to-the-ground trend casting content to find the next names in music. In her free time, Shauna can be found thinking about the intersection of music and technology (and the future of music experiences), photographing and attending concerts (when it's safe to do so!) or riding horses in show jumping competitions.

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Trippie Redd’s Manager on Hitting Billboard #1 with Charlene Bryant, Founder of Riveter Management Sep 03, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast we invite Founder of Riveter Management and Trippie Redd’s Manager Charlene Bryant. Charlene Bryant was formerly a Digital Account Manager for Sony/RCA Inspiration, who recently ventured out to start her own artist management company, Riveter Management Inc. She is passionate about helping artists and her company motto is to treat every client like a VIP.

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Unlocking New Revenue Streams and Pivoting During the Pandemic with Lewis Kunstler, Managing Partner at 2 + 2 Management Aug 27, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast we invite Managing Partner at 2 + 2 Management, Lewis Kunstler. 2 + 2 Management has an incredible roster including Zeds Dead, Tokimonsta, Seth Troxler, Machinedrum, Nosaj Thing, Soul Clap, Holly and many more.

In this episode we discuss the focus of 2+2 since the pandemic and how people can learn how to shift their business model.

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The Evolution of Electronic Music and Building a Legendary Label with Matt Black from Coldcut and Founder of Ninja Tune Aug 20, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast we invite, Matt Black a British DJ and one half of music duo Coldcut along with Jonathan More. These two would go on to found the legendary label Ninja Tune, which has released records with the likes of Run the Jewels, Bonobo, Peggy Gou, and Ross From Friends. Matt is also the founder of the music production and live performance app Jammpro.net.

In this episode we discuss how records such as Autumn leaves, Seven Minutes of Madness / Eric B & Rakim remix, all picked up steam and grew into classics. Matt also discusses his experience seeing the electronic music genre emerge and develop to what it is today.

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How to Grow Your Social Media Profiles & Fanbase with NOX Founding Partner, Sam Hysell Aug 13, 2020

In this episode we present another host chats recording. This time Jordan Williams interviews co-host and NOX Co-Founder/CEO, Sam Hysell. NOX helps musicians, entrepreneurs and brands document their stories, get them in front of the right people, and inspire action. To learn more, visit https://www.wearenox.co/

In this episode we discuss the most important things to focus on when trying to build a fanbase as an emerging artist. As well as how can you ensure you have a strong rollout to help drive streams around your upcoming release.

Blog Post: 8 THEMES BEHIND TOP PERFORMING SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT FOR MUSICIANS

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Using Data & Analytics to Inform Your Streaming Strategy with Chartmetric Chief Commercial Officer Chaz Jenkins Aug 06, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Chief Commercial Officer at Chartmetric, Chaz Jenkins. Prior to joining Chartmetric, Chaz founded Grammy Award-winning label LSO Live, an artist management company, and was VP of International Marketing at Universal Music Group.

In this episode, Chad discusses the concept of Trigger cities - cities off the beaten path with a very high density of DSP users likely to share your music. As outlined in the “Trigger Cities” blog post, DSP algorithms take note of trigger cities and weigh success in them more heavily than traditional markets, helping burgeoning artists in those cities attract more visibility on the platform. We additionally discuss success on which digital platforms indicate long term success, how data has transformed the music industry over time, and more.

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Leading Marketing Strategies for Steve Aoki, Sofi Tukker, Black Coffee and more with Ultra Records Marketing Director Bina Fronda Jul 30, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite the Marketing Director for Ultra Records Bina Fronda. She is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and partnerships for Ultra Music artists including Steve Aoki, Kygo, Sofi Tukker, MK, Deorro, Benny Benassi, The Magician and more.

In this episode Bina speaks to how the marketing and the digital landscape continues to evolve and where you should put your focus for the artists you’re working with. Bina also speaks to the decisions and mentality that lead her to becoming the director of marketing at the world's largest EDM label.

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Empowering the Next Generation of Music Industry Executives with Founder & CEO of Vydia Roy LaManna Jul 23, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite the Founder & CEO of Vydia Roy LaManna. Vydia provides the digital infrastructure for audio and video distribution, content protection, rights management, advanced payments, and data tracking from one easy-to-use platform.

With us, Rory speaks to his entrepreneurial journey in growing Vydia to the 60-person team it is today as well as how he supports up and coming label heads and managers through the platform. By constantly evolving the value proposition the platform provides, he ensures that managers and labels are given the tools to empower and support them to reach new heights.

Find out more about Vydia here: https://vydia.com/

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Navigating Distribution, Publishing, and Record Label Deals with Entertainment Lawyer Karl Fowlkes Jul 16, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Entertainment Lawyer and Founder of The Fowlkes Firm, Karl Fowlkes. As an entertainment lawyer Karl has vast experience negotiating touring, record label, publishing, merchandise and management agreements. Some of Karl’s clients have included Blxst, 645ar, Section 8 and many more.

In this episode Karl speaks to when an artist should consider hiring an entertainment lawyer along with the various deal points to keep an eye on when signing a distribution, publication or record label deal. He also dives into the various types of royalties and song ownership structures that exist.

Find out more about Karl’s Practice here: https://www.elawandbusiness.com/

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Building the Harvard Business Review of Hip-Hop with Trapital Founder, Dan Runcie Jul 09, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Dan Runcie, the founder of Trapital. Trapital is a media company that covers hip-hop business and strategy and assesses the deals, companies, and artists that shape the culture. Trapital's audience includes thousands of music executives, media moguls, and venture capitalists.

On this week’s episode, we discuss macro trends in the music industry, including alternative label models, the shift of media influence in breaking artists, the impact of hip-hop culture on pop culture and the Black Lives Matter movement, and more. Learn more about Trapital at trapital.co.

This week’s episode is sponsored by Hannibal Burress, who drops in to promote his new special, Miami Nights, available now here.

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Powering the World’s Biggest Live Streams with Push Live Executive Producer Devin DeHaven Jul 02, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Devin DeHaven, Executive Producer at Push Live. PUSH is a cloud-based video production, editing and distribution platform designed for live stream management, real-time content editing, instant social publishing, and content management. They are responsible for producing some of the world's biggest live streams with entities including Insomniac, Beatport, Digital Mirage, Diplo and more.

With us Devin outlines how you as an artist or music industry professional can approach live stream strategies, be it distribution, marketing, monetization, and how to create intriguing content.

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Building Leverage as Independent Artists with Head of Artist Marketing at United Masters Dave Melhado Jun 25, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite the Head of Artist Marketing at United Masters, Dave Melhado. UnitedMasters is a music distribution platform that also offers artists unique brand partnership opportunities with organizations including the NBA. Prior to joining United Master Dave was Director of Marketing at Roc Nation. He’s also worked closely with developing and promoting the careers of NLE Choppa, Gunna, Young Nudy and more.

In this episode we cover how United Masters works as a distribution platform and what resources and information it offers to assist artists in building and maximizing their fan engagement. Dave also dives into what goes into crafting unique stories to build an artist’s brand and fan base.

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4x Grammy Winning Producer/Engineer Anthony Kilhoffer on Making Hits with Kanye, Travis Scott and More Jun 18, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite hip hop record producer, songwriter engineer, and 1st Gen label co-founder, Anthony Kilhoffer. He’s is best known for his collaborations with Kanye West, Travis Scott, Kid Cudi, and Rick Ross. For his contributions to records with these notable artists, Anthony has won a total of four Grammys.

In this episode Anthony goes over the nuances of mixing and mastering hits. Along with breaking down the beat structure and some keys he keeps in mind when adjusting arraignments of a great song. We also dive into what he’s learned working alongside industry legends and much more.

Make sure to check out his label’s upcoming release ‘Feelin Bad’ by the artist Gone Til Monday: https://ffm.to/feelinbadsingle

Their latest release: https://ffm.to/stalemate

Send Anthony sample/loops or for mixing inquiries: kilhoffer.mixing@gmail.com

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Securing Editorial Playlist Placements with Head of Digital Strategy at Terrorbird, Jenny Kaufman Jun 11, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite the Head of Digital Strategy at Terrorbird, Jenny Kaufman. Since 2006, Terrorbird has carved out a niche as a premiere player in the music marketing world. Their full service offering includes sync licensing, publishing, publicity, radio promotion services and digital.

With us, Jenny outlines the steps and strategies that go into successfully pitching DSP’s on placing songs on their playlists. We also discuss how playlist placements can provide significant momentum to an artist’s career, including being the catalyst for record deals.

Check out https://terrorbird.com/ to find out more on what they offer.

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Creating Groundbreaking Multimedia Experiences with Offline Projects Partners Adrian Yu & Jonathon Alcindor Jun 04, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Offline Projects partners Adrian Yu and Jonathon Alcindor. Offline Projects is a creative studio that offers services in creative direction, branding, experiential, live, film and digital. Clients they’ve worked with include Goldlink, 88rising, Top Dawg Entertainment, Rae Sremmurd, Flatbush Zombies, Alexander Wang and many more.

In this episode we discuss their process for coming up with widley innovative concepts in the live event space and then what goes into bringing those to life. They also speak to what ways they are adapting these experiences into the virtual space given current circumstances around COVID.

Check out their workhttps://offline-projects.com/

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Dominating TikTok for Musicians with Creed Media Co-Founder Timothy Collins May 28, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite Creed Media co-founder Timothy Collins. Creed Media is a full-service creative digital media Entertainment agency that prides itself on being innovative and early adopters to attention based strategies and platforms. With that said over the past year they’ve become dominant players in executing Tiktok influencer marketing campaigns for record labels and artists. Their services include direction, campaign management, content strategy, content creation, media distribution, social media channel optimization, and social media management.

In this episode Tim lays down the groundwork as to how you can go about running your own successful TikTok marketing campaigns. Outside of utilizing the influencers of the platform we also speak to why and how artists should build up their own social profiles.

If you are interested in working with Creed on a campaign head over to https://www.creedmedia.co/ and check out Tim on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatcollinsguy/

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Boosting Streams with Digital Ads with Head of Music at ToneDen Henry Parker May 21, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite the Head of Music at ToneDen, Henry Parker Reyes. Toneden is an automated social marketing that gives artists the power to reach and sell to the right audiences. Parker leads initiatives for artist managers, artists and record label marketing strategies and use of the ToneDen platform. He also manages artists Madeaux, Halogen, Popeska, and Paraleven.

With us Parker gets very tactical as to how you can set up effective marketing campaigns to drive more streams. When speaking to this he also dives into what factors play into getting placement into spotify’s algorithmic playlists.

Parker has also kindly offered our listeners a discount code, use MBP at checkout for 10% off https://www.toneden.io/.

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Going Triple Platinum & Building a Dominant Mgmt & Marketing Team with Cinematic Music Group’s Hovain Hylton & Chris Herche May 07, 2020

Today on the Music Business Podcast, we invite President of Management at Cinematic Music Group Hovain Hylton and Chief Marketing Officer Chris Herche. Hovain and Chris have decades of experience between the two, and join Sam and Jordan to discuss their careers, how they joined Cinematic, their relationship with Founder Jonny Shipes, breaking Flipp Dinero’s “Leave Me Alone”, which peaked at #1 on Urban Radio and #20 on the Billboard 200, and Luh Kel’s first single ever becoming a platinum record.

For aspiring and current industry professionals, Hovain discusses his style of management and what makes a great manager, while Herche dives into what makes a great marketing campaign and his favorite type of stories to market. They additionally offer advice on how you can think outside the box during the pandemic for yourself or your artists, how to handle yourself as a professional in the industry, and more.

As always, feel free to leave a comment or a review on what you thought about the episode on Apple Podcasts or on the Music Business Podcast instagram @musicbusinesspodcast. Finally, we’re so excited to announce that our Patreon is now LIVE at MusicBusinessPodcast.com/Community. We look forward to you joining our community!

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Breaking 6LACK & Summer Walker with Head of Marketing at LVRN, Sean Famoso Apr 30, 2020

On this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we invite Love Renaissance (aka LVRN) Co-Founder and Head of Marketing and Brand Partnerships, Sean Famoso. Starting as a party promoter in Atlanta, Famoso found his way into music via his role as A&R at Ludacris’ Disturbing The Peace publishing arm before connecting with the other co-founders of LVRN in 2012. LVRN serves as a record label, management company, and provides creative services to a roster that includes 6LACK, Summer Walker, Boogie, and more.

In this episode, we discuss the development of LVRN, how they met and chose the artists they work with, how his thought process on marketing has changed since the pandemic began, the relationship between him and his co-founders, and more.

As always, feel free to leave a review and reach out to us at @MusicBusinessPodcast on instagram. Head over to http://musicbusinesspodcast.com/community to get updates on our Patreon before it drops on Thursday, May 7th!

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Constructing Film, TV, and Premium Content for Artists with Senior VP of Creative Content and Development at Republic Records, Chris Blackwell Apr 23, 2020

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Blackwell, the Senior VP of Creative Content and Development at Republic Records. In this role, Chris is responsible for pitching and creative development of original content to feature Republic's roster in film, television and premium platform projects. This roster includes Drake, Taylor Swift, Kid Cudi, Shawn Medes and many more.

Outside of working with veteran artists, Chris places an emphasis on the unique opportunity that lies in creating compelling stories for emerging artists combined with the budget and distribution power from major digital, streaming and broadcast networks. While sharing this, he also dives into how artists that don’t yet have the resources from a label should begin thinking about producing their own content. Then, when it’s time to approach a partnership with these players, Chris outlines what he believes goes into the perfect pitch.

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Developing a Superstar, Label, & Management team with Wiz Khalifa's Manager and Taylor Gang Ent Co-Founder Will Dzombak Apr 16, 2020

In this episode, we sit down with entrepreneur, manager, and Grammy-nominated producer Will Dzombak. Will is best known for being Wiz Khalifa’s longtime manager and co-founder of label and management company Taylor Gang Entertainment (Ty Dolla $ign, Juicy J, Chevy Woods, TM88, and more). In addition to Taylor Gang Ent, Will additionally runs management company The William Gerard Group (Wiz Khalifa, Stan Sono, Chelsea & Cole DeBoer, and Alexander King).

In this episode, we discuss Will’s journey from the beginning of his relationship with Wiz, to running the empire he does today. Throughout, we additionally discuss his most important lessons in the music industry so far that helped him achieve longevity both professionally and personally with Wiz and his artists, when it makes sense to branch out your or your artist’s personal brand into a business, the importance of good relationships and mentors, and much more.

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Check out Will’s website here: http://willdzombak.com/

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Navigating the Music Business during Quarantine with Cherie Hu Apr 09, 2020

In this episode, we sit down with our first repeat guest on the podcast, Cherie Hu. Cherie is an an experienced music industry analytics, freelance writer and owner of the independent media ecosystem Water & Music. Cherie’s expertise in the music industry lies at the intersection of music and tech, of which she provides insight and updates via her newsletter and podcast. Outside of her own media properties, she’s been freelanced to write for publications including, Billboard, Forbes, Music Business Worldwide, Rolling Stone, and many more.

In this episode we discuss how her workflow has changed since quarantine, if the pandemic will change future music business people's career choices and what sector they want to join in the future, what parts of the industry will grow faster or potentially come to light as a result of the pandemic, and more.

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Check out Cheries podcast here: https://waterandmusic.transistor.fm/

And her newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/9ab07d2b7dc4/waterandmusic

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Genius’s Rob Markman on Creating Timeless Content & Stories Apr 02, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Rob Markman, the VP of Content Strategy at Genius. There's no doubt Genius has positioned itself as one of the most relevant media companies in the hip-hop space. This stemmed from the success of their culturally moving content series including Verified, Deconstructed and the talk show Mark hosts, Behind the Record. Outside of interviewing artists and curating content for Genius, Mark is building a career as a rapper and recently released a new track, "Good Friday".

In this episode, we discuss the changing landscape of editorial and storytelling since Rob entered it in the early 2000s, what makes a good story and how to successfully weave it into interviews, how artists should approach promotion and storytelling themselves, and more!

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Building a Digital First Record Label with Chillhop Founder Bas Van Leeuwen Mar 26, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Bas van Leeuwen Founder CEO at Chillhop Music, the leading platform and label in lofi hip hop and jazzy hip hop. Bas started this endeavor with a blog that quickly turned into a thriving Youtube and Playlist curation channels. While doing so Bas created close ties with artists in the scene and eventually decided to build out a record label.

In this episode we discuss…

What were the key elements of growing a Youtube and playlist curation channels
The advantage of owning distribution channels as a label
What community driven strategies labels and artists can tap into
The nuances of turning playlist listeners into fans

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GaryVee’s Artist Relations & Music Strategy Lead, Mike Boyd, on Networking, Providing Value and Diversifying Your Career Mar 19, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Mike Boyd, Artist Relations Manager and Music Strategist for Gary Vaynerchuck and Vaynermedia. Having developed a progressive ear in music Boyd has played a vital role in bringing the biggest names in the industry into the Vaynermedia office to chop it up with Garyvee. Boyd’s role also involves brokering partnerships between artists and Vaynermedia's extensive list of clients. For the past six years he's also been a co-manager for Atlanta based producer Richie Souf.

In this episode we discuss…

Brokering Brand Deals including the feature of Meg Thee Stallion in the recent Sabra Superbowl commercial
Tips for Networking in the Music Industry
What are the unique aspects of managing a producer
His thought process when curating the Monday to Monday Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/052XtM0s4GQ8n8xXp60ryw?si=w6RTM52wTNiYbPFtiQqEFA
Takeaways from interviews on his own Podcast interviewing Artists Managers and Producers at different stages of their career.
https://open.spotify.com/show/5DORbVsW89msEFcwab12In?si=IOE4Q-OCRwCkF57cbJaqmw

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Building A Team and Nurturing Creative Workflow with Yeasayer’s Anand Wilder Mar 12, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Anand Wilder, founding member of Brooklyn-based experimental rock band Yeasayer. Formed in 2006, after a long run of critically acclaimed music and world tours, the band decided to call it quits at the end of 2019.

In this episode we discuss…

The group’s formation
How to build your team and internally nurture your relationships
Achieving longevity as a band
Building a creative synergy between bandmates

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Developing GIPHY into an Industry Standard with Director of Partnerships Danny Chang Mar 05, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Director of Partnerships at GIPHY Danny Chang. In his role Danny works with the biggest entertainment and technical partners to bring the world's most popular GIFs to the 700 million people who see a GIF every single day. Prior to GIPHY Danny was a mobile developer evangelist at tumblr and digital advertising manager at The Orchard.

In this episode we discuss…

- Creative executions using Gifs in Music campaigns

- Building relationships with top music labels, management, publicists, and digital agencies.

- Developing the infrastructure for GIPHY's original content creation with talent.

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Building Massive Traction in Asia with East Goes Global founder Andrew Spalter Mar 03, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Andrew Spalter Founder of East Goes Global, the premier social media management company creating, managing, and developing client’s digital presence in the Chinese Market. Andrew has worked with the likes of Will Smith, Carly Rae Jepsen, DJ Snake, Yungblud and Clairo to help them tap into an audience of millions.

In this episode we discuss…

What are general marketing principles he applies to building a fanbase in Asia
What are a few key differences between the Chinese market and the American market?
What does he think the two markets can learn from each other?
What up and coming artists can do off the bat to help break into China?

As always, never hesitate to leave a review or reach out to @musicbusinesspodcast Instagram with any feedback or ideas. Find East Goes Global at https://www.eastgoesglobal.com/

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The Marketing Strategies Behind Travis Scott, Future, Mariah Carey and more with Lisa Kasha, VP of Integrated Marketing at Epic Records Feb 20, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Lisa Kasha Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Digital at Epic Records. Lisa is a savvy, accomplished digital marketing executive with extensive experience overseeing digital project management, partner development, account management, and marketing management at Epic Records. Lisa lead digital for Travis Scott’s album ASTROWORLD which was the 2nd highest debut album in 2018 on the Billboard 200 chart. She has also worked on campaigns for notable artists including Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Camila Cabello, Sara Bareilles, Meghan Trainor, Fifth Harmony, Zara Larsson, and more

In this episode we discuss…

Creating an engaged fan base
Different approaches to creating rollout campaigns
Leveraging emerging platforms like TikTok to bring attention to catalog
How to stand out as an intern to a music executive

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How to Promote your Music and Grow a Fanbase with Red Light Management Marketing and Product Manager, Justin De Marco Feb 13, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Justin De Marco the Marketing and Product manager at Red Light Management. Justin is a part of an in house marketing team that offers content and digital marketing services to their amazing. Red Light Management is one of the world’s most dominant management companies. Their roster includes notable acts including Dave Matthews Band, ODESZA, Duke Dumont, Lionel Richie and many more.

In this episode we discuss…

Creating content to build a fan base vs content to sell tickets and streams
How to stand out when getting started in the Music Industry
Strategies to get your music placed on playlists
Running effective paid media campaigns

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Building a Successful Management Team and Record Label with EQT Co-Founder Henny Yegezu Jan 30, 2020

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Henny Yegezu, co-founder of EQT and EQT Recordings. Henny’s career in the music industry began as a promoter in the DMV area. This included putting on shows in the D.C. area that were first time market plays for artists like Mac Miller, Big Sean, Curren$y and more, dating back to 2010. After developing a concert promotion brand in the market, he developed a relationship with artists in the local scene. Consequently, he opened a studio, which became a hub for artists like Kali Uchis, GoldLink and others to put together their first projects to share with the world. EQT has since expanded to manage artists including Smino, Masego, Berhana, and JPEGMAFIA, who co-host Jordan Williams works with closely. In 2019, EQT announced a joint venture with Universal Music Group, which now makes it an official label under the umbrella, helping to build an expansive roster.

In this episode we discuss…

Finding success as a promoter by operating in a genre overlooked by larger venues
Advice for managers that are just getting their start and how they can ensure longevity in the careers of their artists
Understanding the value of signing and working with major labels
Scaling a management company and a record label

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SoundCloud Events & Activations Manager Evan Bethea on Building Community Jan 23, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Evan Bethea Events & Activations Manager at SoundCloud. Evan has an extensive career in all things digital marketing, content and live event activations. Evan ventured into the agency world as a Digital Marketing Coordinator at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Blue Flame Agency. During his time working for Puff, Evan was influential in growing the Ciroc brand, from managing the website, to media relations for product launches and running community management. Evan then went on to hold roles at notable agencies including Geometry Global and Gary Vaynerchuk’s, VaynerMedia, where he and co-host Sam Hysell crossed paths. Currently at SoundCloud Evan’s main focus is putting together SoundCloud’s creator forum, an event series aimed at bringing creators together for networking, panels, and music showcases.

In this episode we discuss…

What goes into creating a standout live event series and the value of irl experience for building out community
How to properly network in the music industry for long term value
Innovations in the music experience space with VR AR and Voice tech
The pros and cons of working in a structured and larger agency world v.s the music world
Making a habit out of remaining a student of the industry by consuming books, articles, and of course podcasts

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Breaking Talent with Andrew Keller, Founder of We Few Group Jan 16, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with We Few Group founder Andrew Keller. We Few Group manages Rence, Samica, and Kings while also working on brand partnership ventures. This came after an extensive career at a few notable major labels. Beginning with a 13 year run starting all the way from a high school A&R scout internship position with Columbia records. During this time he was a part of a part of signing and managing artists including, Dillion Francis, Krewella, St lucia and more. He then went on to become the Senior VP A&R at Universal’s Capitol Records for a few years.

In this episode we discuss….

Acquiring a pulse for a range of sub cultures and genres
What are his thoughts on what makes a great A&R
What were defining moments in the ascension of Krewella and ZHU’s careers
Takeaways from having survived a time period of heavy layoffs in the music industry
The strategies around approaching the music industry on an international scale

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Creating Content that Wins with NOX Co-Founder/Creative Director, Matthew Ligotti Jan 09, 2020

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with NOX Media co-founder Matthew Ligotti. Born and raised in New York, Matt has been creating dynamic visual content for over a decade. Starting with music videos, he received millions of views on his work. He expanded into the commercial space working with brands such as Budweiser, GE and Sour Patch Kids. He formerly worked as the Sr. Videographer for Gary Vaynerchuk’s agency, VaynerMedia, traveling the world creating content for multiple clients and leading a team of videographers. Following Vayner, he co-founded his own digital marketing agency with our very own Music Business Podcast co-host Sam Hysell to help musicians, entrepreneurs and brands quickly build and mobilize communities online.

In this episode we discuss….

Approaching content for big brands vs music clients
How artists can go about identifying and creating a style
The different content streams artists can tap into
How creatives can go about accurately portraying an artist’s brand
How early on in an artist's career should they consider investing in a videographer

As always never hesitate to leave a review or reach out to @musicbusinesspodcast Instagram with any feedback or ideas. Thank you for listening! You can find NOX Media work at https://www.instagram.com/nox.media/ and https://wearenox.co/.

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Championing Artist and DJ Dreams with Black Coffee, BLOND:ISH and Virgil Abloh’s Music Manager Lionel Marciano Dec 19, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Lionel Marciano, artist manager for Black Coffee, Virgil Abloh, Blondish, and a variety of other House DJs. Lionel started his career in the music industry as a talent buyer, promoter, sound engineer, agent, label owner and a record digger.

Today he is walking us through his journey and sharing with us his soul and a bit of his craft and vision.

In this episode we discuss...

-The value of artists who take the time to have clear visualizations of their dreams and the role managers play in mirroring and supporting those aspirations

-Building momentum utilizing quality content across social media platforms

-Strategizing the bookings that make the most sense for an artist at different points in their career

-The importance as a manager of refining the process of presenting clear options to an artist

-How managers should compose and balance their relationships when working with top tier artists.

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Creating an Emotional Connection with Fans ft. Nate Auerbach, Partner at Versus Creative Dec 12, 2019

In this episode we sit down with Nate Auerbach partner at Versus Creative, a marketing strategy firm that specializes in digital and social strategy, content partnerships, and experiential marketing. Nate and the firm work with clients from artists, music festivals, technology platforms and brands including. Coachella, Stagecoach, Tyler The Creator's Camp Flog Gnaw, Vampire Weekend and the George Harrison estate. Nate started in the industry as a tour manager before transitioning into a marketing manager at MySpace at the height of its relevance in the industry.

In this episode we discuss…

How to approach tech opportunities when platform traction is volatile
How artists can effectively harness Tiktok for marketing purposes
The experience and takeaways from putting together Tumblers IRL series
How artists in the early stages of their careers can begin thinking about experiential marketing with limited resources

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Host Chat #3: Breaking into the Music Industry and Building Out our Community AMA Dec 05, 2019

Host Chat 3: Breaking into the Music Industry and building out our community

In this episode we bring you another installment of our host chat series. In this series co-hosts Sam Hysell and Jordan Williams chat about current events in the music industry and answer questions from listeners.

In this episode we discuss…

Why we decided to create the Music Business Podcast
What's the most rewarding part of our careers in the music industry
How to get taken seriously when starting your career
Who are our dream guests for the podcast
Whether it's more valuable for people to discover an artists brand before an artists music or vice versa
How to develop an artist when you don’t have a major budget
What are our 2020 goals for the podcast

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Unlocking Revenue Beyond Streaming & Touring with Alix Kram, Warner Music Group VP/Head of Global Retail & Licensing/Consumer Products Nov 28, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Alix Kram the VP/Head of Global Retail & Licensing/Consumer Products at Warner Music Group. She has developed and implemented global consumer products, branding, marketing, partnership collaboration, and retail strategies for WEA's portfolio of 360 artists such as the Grateful Dead, Wiz Khalifa, Logic, Twenty One Pilots, The Monkees, Frank Sinatra, Blake Shelton, and art collectives such as Family Dog.

In this episode we discuss…

Her process for identifying opportunities that align best for an artist and their community
When artists should consider tapping into a product licensing revenue stream
How product licensing is evolving into virtual experiences in manners such as Wiz Khalifa’s Weed Farm Game
What merchandising products artists sell the most of on tour and in retail
The value of relationships in the music industry and how to navigate face to face conversations

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Disrupting Culture with Talent, Brands and Diddy with Jordan Stern, Co-Founder Grey Space Group Nov 14, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Grey Space Group Co-Founder Jordan Stern. GSG is an entertainment media company focused on brand consulting, talent management and venture investing, with the goal of stimulating and contributing to popular culture. GSG has worked on projects with notable artists and producers including Juice Wrld, DaBaby, and Murda Beatz. Prior to co-founding this venture, Jordan developed an expansive understanding of the Music Industry during a five-year grind with none other than industry mogul, P Diddy. Jordan joined Sean “Diddy” Combs’ management team where he was influential in managing “Diddy” while growing earnings, analyzing investments, acquisitions and managing all appearances and concerts including the Bad Boy Reunion tour.

In this episode we discuss...

The art of reverse-engineering the artists that best align for a brand
How artists can leverage and create brand partnership opportunities for themselves
The value in building out intellectual property assets in an artists career
How artist teams can go about vetting the value in different types of brand collaborations
Creating a long term mindset in artist development as an artist manager
What he thinks Diddy did well as a client that everyone can learn from before getting to his scale
Having the mindset of identifying high growth opportunities, such as recent label attention towards working with TikTok Talent

As always never hesitate to leave a review or reach out to @musicbusinesspodcast Instagram with any feedback or ideas. Thank you for listening! You can find Grey Space Group work at @greyspacegroup and www.greyspacegroup.com.

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Achieving Longevity in the Music Industry with Jason Jordan Oct 31, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with industry veteran Jason Jordan. Jason’s career started at the age of 12 years old co-founding the legendary hardcore and punk rock label Watermark Records and his own boutique music publishing company. Earthprogram Music. Over the course of 30 years his career has ranged from, A&R Director at Columbia Record, VP A&R Hollywood Records/Disney Music Group, President of Imagem Music Publishing, and in 2016 Republic Records/Universal Music Group as Senior Vice President A&R. Today Jason co-manages Palm JUKE ROSS, manages the daily operations of earthprogram, and consults for a variety of artists, private companies, and global media entities.

In this episode we discuss..

How the process of finding & developing talent has changed
How Jason feels that the relationship between distributors and record labels has changed in the digital age?
How has he seen the role of a record label evolve? How he think it’ll develop in the coming years/decades?
What does a music publisher do?
As someone that has worked with lots of artist teams what he sees as the traits that separate the good from the great?

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Inside the Mind of a Talent Buyer with Charles Meyer, LiveStyle Talent Buyer Oct 24, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Charles Meyer Talent Buyer at LiveStyle. The company is one of the world’s largest music event producers. They produce the events you know and love like Electric Zoo, Friendship, MadeEvent, All My Friends, and many more. Outside of his talent buying responsibilities under stage name Charles Meyer, is also a DJ & producer.

In this episode we discuss…

What factors go into a talent buyer’s decision to book artists.
How artists should approach proactive outreach to promoters.
What factors artists and their teams can take into account to negotiate rates.
The career differences between a Talent Buyer and a Booking agent.
Does being an artist bring a deeper self of fulfillment as a creative outlet.
Strategies artists and their teams can implement to generate booking demand.

As always never hesitate to leave a review or reach out to @musicbusinesspodcast Instagram with any feedback or ideas. Check out Charles on his socials @CharlesMeyerOfficial and check out his new single AirTight.

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TikTok Marketing Tactics with Flighthouse CEO Jacob Pace Oct 18, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with FlightHouse CEO Jacob Pace. With original content series Flighthouse has amassed a following of 20 million followers on the growing platform TikTok. TikTok is currently the #1 app in the app store and their growth is not slowing down. In turn, the company has begun working with major labels to run campaigns for artists. Jacob has worked with artists including Austin Brown, Ariana Grande and more.

In this episode we discuss…

What evidence Jacob points to that shows TikTok is not something artist teams can afford to overlook
How you can grow a following and promote your music on TikTok
For songs that grow popular on TikTok, what are the ways to capitalize on it and/or keep momentum on it
What kind of content does well on the platform and what factors play into content hitting the “For You” page, (TikTok’s version of explore)
How to get your music on the platform
Is it necessary to pay to gain traction on the platform, and when considering working with influencers how to find the right ones to work with
How he sees the platform further revolutionizing short-form content

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Selling Tickets at Scale with Electric Zoo & Elrow with Michael Julian, Co-Founder of Seer Assets Oct 10, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Julian (MJ), Co-founder of Seer Assets. Seer Assets is the agency behind all branding and marketing of Electric Zoo (one of New York’s biggest electronic music festivals), Elrow, Made Event and a lot more. MJ also played a pivotal role in helping the party brand Elrow, the “most colorful party in the world”, grow into a one of the world’s most profitable party brands with 150 international shows per year.

In this episode we discuss…

Creating compelling content that drives different audiences to live experience.
Crafting unique live experiences that go above and beyond customers' expectations, and in turn, leads to organic word of mouth marketing and recurring revenue.
What marketing channels he has successfully used in the past to drive sales and what emerging channels are on his radar now.
The value of identifying and marketing towards high priority show opportunities.

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How to Get Press & When to Hire a Publicist with Nina Lee from Shore Fire Media PR Oct 03, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with publicist Nina Lee from Shore Fire Media. Nina Lee has more than eight years of experience in the entertainment PR industry. Before Shore Fire, she worked for Press Here Publicity and graduated from New York University's College of the Arts & Science with a double major in Journalism and Linguistics. She’s been a part of crafting press campaigns for artists including, Soulection, Maxwell, Berhana, Masego, and more.

In this episode we discuss…

When should artists entertain the idea of bringing on a publicist
How Nina goes about creating and pitching narratives for press
What are Nina’s standards for what makes a successful press campaign?
How can early-stage artists go about securing press without professional publicists?

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Host Chat #2: Taking Off on Social Media with Sam Hysell, Co-Founder of NOX Sep 26, 2019

In this episode co-host Sam Hysell dives into social media strategies artists can tap into. Sam is a co-founder and managing partner of NOX Media, a digital marketing company that helps artists take their careers to the next level by quickly growing fanbases online.

Prior to launching a music marketing agency, Sam has been helping grow different companies in and out of the music industry for the past 5 years.

Most recently, prior to co-founding NOX, Sam was a Brand Strategist at VaynerTalent, a company owned by Gary Vaynerchuk, a true social media OG. VaynerTalent replicated the same approach Gary Vee used to grow his personal brand into the millions of engaged followers online.

While there Sam helped the South African House music sensation Black Coffee develop from an underground DJ to a massive commercial success selling out major venues around the world, and entrepreneur Tom Bilyeu go from under 100k followers to 2 million.

Today NOX works with different record labels, management companies, artists, brands and entrepreneurs to help them build their fanbase online, and drive results around key initiatives like driving streams or selling tickets to upcoming shows.

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Nurturing and Capitalizing on Superfans with Kim Kaupe, CEO of The Superfan Company Sep 19, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Kim Kaupe the co-founder and CEO of The Superfan Company, a fan engagement agency focused on creating one-of-a-kind products and programs for entertainers, brands, and celebrities. Since starting the company her all-female team has collaborated with A-list properties such as Katy Perry, KISS, Mac Miller, Shawn Mendes, Jon Bellion, StageCoach, Flatbush Zombies, Paul McCartney and many more.

In this episode we discuss…

What internal motivation Kim had to provide a more vibrant experience to Superfans.
Her understanding of the various degrees of Superfans and what artists can do to future nurture fans into Superfans.
Creating physical shareable experiences and items as a part of a fan experience.
How being on SharkTank come together and what came from it.
What have been the biggest turning points and growth realizations in her entrepreneurial journey?
HOT TAKES: Shows are the only IRL activation to focus on? If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room?

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Creating Moments in Radio with George Ofori-Ampad Label Rep at Interscope Records. Sep 12, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with George Ofori-Ampadu aka G.O, the East Coast A&R and Label Rep at Interscope Records. At Interscope, G.O specializes in broadcast media relations and radio promotion where he's worked with artists including Kendrick Lamar, SchoolBoy Q, Mike Will, Rae Sremmurd, MGK, K Camp, 6lack, Tory Lanez, Dreezy, Playboi Carti and Ella Mai.

In this episode we discuss...

The reach and validation that radio still holds today
The dynamics of creating moments and relationships with DJ’s and Radio Execs when pursing track placement on broadcast media
Being mindful of the narrative and brand image you portray in radio and digital opportunities and the importance of vulnerability in what you communicate online.
Hot Take #1: Major labels won't always be the ones with access to Radio
Hot Take #2: Radio isn’t as valuable as it used to be Radio will lose more steam with the globalization of streaming/internet radio

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Curating and Signing Culturally Defining Artists with True Panther Sounds Founder Dean Bein Sep 05, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Dean Bein founder of the independent record label True Panther Sounds. The label began in 2004 in San Francisco to release a tour-only 7" and eventually moved to New York where it was acquired by Matador Records in 2009. Artists released by the label represent many genres, including notable acts such as Girls, King Krule, Tobias Jesso Jr., Shlohmo, ABRA, Glasser Slowthai and more. Dean is also a part of the curation board for the Warm-Up MOMA PS1 summer party series.

In this episode we discuss…

What to consider when starting your own record label
What types of artist he's drawn to work with and what he prioritized early in their careers
What his curation and booking strategy is like for WarmUp Moma PS1
What to consider as artists and managers when it comes to different types of booking opportunities

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Positioning Yourself for Brand Deals with Jesse Kirshbaum CEO of NUE Agency Aug 29, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Kirshbaum CEO of NUE Agency. Initially, Nue agency was a booking company representing artists including Mike Posner, Chiddy Bang, J.Cole, Big Sean, Logic and more. Five years ago Jesse shifted Nue Agency’s business model to work with brands and technology platforms; Acting as creative strategists that work to leverage the power of music to make deep connections with consumers.

In this episode we discuss…

His initial experience in the industry working as a booking agent and the lessons he learned while doing so.
How artists should approach positioning their brands and content to best drive brand partnership opportunities
How the Agency works to create the most authentic and effective campaigns and activations between Brands and artists
The Agency most successful projects including the Sour Patch, Patches Houses
Why Brands need a Chief Music officer and more

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Balancing Business, Music and Life with Gavin Chops Aug 22, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Gavin Chops, touring drummer for rising star Chelsea Culter, artist, and co-founder of management company Bear and Owl. Artists signed to his management company include Hazey Eyes, Mike Kota, OT REI AMI, SŸDE, and Ukiyo. Gavin has been able to perform at such legendary venues and festivals as Red Rocks in Colorado and Lollapalooza.

In this episode we discuss…

What lead to the opportunity to become Chelsea Culter’s drummer and making the decision to leave a job for it
The energy he brings to sets and the most memorable venue he's performed at thus far
What makes for a successful relationship with the artists he manages and what he's looking for in management himself
Supporting artists in creating fully cohesive projects around their music
The power in vulnerability to drive a connection with fans
The state of “pop music” and more

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Listen to Chelsea Culter: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JMLG56F1X5mFmWNmS0iAp?si=bYuht4vpTF2AVcAIUwRDjA

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Host Chat #1: Tapping into your Artistry, Audience, and Live Performances Aug 15, 2019

In this episode your hosts Sam Hysell and Jordan Williams chop it up on topics that have been on their mind in the industry, strategies for emerging artists, and resources to stay up to date in the industry.

In this episode we discuss...

Scooter Braun buying Taylor Swift’s catalog of masters
Contemplating the pros and cons of remaining independent vs going the label route
The journey of finding your own voice, product, and audience
How Lil Nas X hacked social to make Old Town Road a mega hit and more
Tapping into collaborations, content, and more
Resources mentioned: MusicBusinessWorldWide, Cherie Hu’s Water and Music Newsletter, Trapital NewsLetter, Hypebot

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Cultivating Foresight and Awareness as an Artist Manager with Ramya Velury Aug 08, 2019

In this episode we sit down Ramya Velury artist manager at EQT. Ramya is an NYU graduate who studied the interdisciplinary relationship between fashion and music and how it affects global mass consumption. Today Ramya manages personalities across different verticals including Goldlink, artist and model Tommy Genesis, producer & DJ Amrit, and photographer RavieB.

In this episode we discuss...

The type of commitment made when signing up to become a manager for an artist
What are some of the hard conversations she’s had to have with artists and how to deal with them
How she came to become one of EQT’s first employees and what she attributes to the company’s growth since
Why she thinks people who work in music should be required to take a music theory class
When and if setting boundaries with an artist is necessary

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Succeeding as an Independent Artist with Saba’s Manager Rory Webb Aug 01, 2019

Managing Saba From The Ground up with Rory Webb.

In this episode we sit down with Rory Webb, Manager to hip-hop artist Saba. Saba was recently featured on J. Cole's Revenge of the Dreamers III and had one of the most critically acclaimed albums last year. Rory is generally known in the industry for being an all around smart guy and has propelled Saba's career exponentially since the beginning of their partnership.

In this episode we discuss...

How he and Saba came to work together
The dynamics of co-managing an artist
What he thinks are the benefits of being independent managers vs. management teams?
What’s made him and Saba decide to stay independent and what artists should ask themselves when contemplating that choice?
How he’s approached expanding the team as Saba has grown and remained independent

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Growing the #1 Hip-hop IG account @Rap to 4.6 million Followers with founder Daniel Snow Jul 25, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with serial entrepreneur Daniel Snow. Dan is the founder of @Rap, the largest Hip-Hop account on Instagram with 4.6 million followers. Dan has also created and sold multiple e-commerce based businesses under the holding company Social Cadre, and consults for e-commerce clients at his company The Snow Agency.

In this episode we discuss…

How he built up @rap to 4.6M followers and what are the best ways to grow a following on Instagram
What are the do’s and don'ts of shoutout campaigns
What advice he has for artists looking to sell more merchandise
What are certain tactics people can leverage in order to make their ad campaigns more efficient

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The Thriving Touring Ecosystem and Channeling Your Inner Entrepreneur with Bandsintown Group Co-Founder Fabrice Sergent Jul 18, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with serial entrepreneur Fabrice Sergent who is the co-founder and managing partner of Bandsintown. Bandsintown is one of the leading concert discovery platforms that helps drive 1-2 million people to different events around the world each month and 500k visitors to ticket sales pages on a daily basis. They also have a massive ad network that helps drive awareness around some of the world’s leading brands.

In this episode we discuss…

The founding story of BIT, the evolution of the product and the vision moving forward
What lessons he’s learned as an entrepreneur that can help you succeed in the music industry or as an artist yourself
What to focus on early as a touring artist and how to leverage the BIT for artists platform to drive ticket sales
How data and analytics are leveraged on the platform to provide recommendations, recognize up and coming artists and drive ticket sales
Each of our favorite live music experiences

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Forecasting the Future of Music and Tech with Cherie Hu Jul 11, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Cherie Hu an experienced music industry analytics, freelance writer, and owner of the independent media ecosystem Water & Music. Cherie’s expertise in the music industry lies at the intersection of music and tech, of which she provides her insight and updates on via her newsletter and podcast. Outside of her own media properties, she’s been freelanced to write for publications including, Billboard, Forbes, Music Business Worldwide, Rolling Stone, and many more.

In this episode we discuss…

How VR & AR are and will continue to have an impact in the music industry
What start-ups have caught her attention in the music tech space.
What are the similarities she’s noticed between startups/startup ecosystem and the music industry/musicians.
What she feels are some of the most underrated technologies or apps for music industry professionals and musicians?
The impact of the democratization of creativity in the music industry.

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Check out Cheries podcast here: https://waterandmusic.transistor.fm/

And her newsletter her: https://mailchi.mp/9ab07d2b7dc4/waterandmusic

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Leveraging Your Personal Brand for Business with Ashley Outrageous Jun 27, 2019

In this episode we have the pleasure of chatting with Ashley Outrageous. Ashely got her start in the music industry with a successful blog which turned into an opportunity to run digital at TDE. Ashley has now turned her personal brand into a thriving consulting business which includes services around Brand Partnerships, Event Production, Marketing Strategy & Project Management.

In this episode we discuss

How she started and grew her blog
The resources and mentality she's used over the years to become a successful influencer in music
When she was first approached by a publication to become a "power user" for them based on the influence she had grown
How she's leveraged her influencer and expertise into a consulting business and artist management

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Getting 40 Million Subscribers on Youtube with Andre Benz, Founder of The Nations Jun 20, 2019

Andre Benz founded the Youtube curation account Trap Nation which has now amassed 26 million subscribers. It has since expanded to channels and playlists covering multiple genres including Chill Nation, Rap Nation, Bass Nation, R&B Nation, Indie Nation, and upcoming Latin Nation. Andre has also founded a record label Lowly and acts as management for artists including Kloud.

In this episode we discuss

How he came to start Trap Nation and what it takes to run successful curation channels and playlists
How to grow on Youtube and the type of content artists should focus on.
What to focus on when building a community for a brand.
Who his mentors have been and the intricacies of having grown his company to a 16 person team.
His view on whether or not traditional labels still hold value and that of audience-driven labels.
His love for photography, make sure to check him out on Instagram @Benz

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Managing Masego’s Tour with Levi Wilcox Jun 13, 2019

This week we are pleased to have Levi Wilcox Tour Manager and Lighting Designer for Masago. Levi graduated from Columbia College with a degree in audio production and business management. Levi got his start his doing lighting tech for Somo. Today he's traveling the world with Masego, an artist with a very dope sound and who at this point in his career is touring aggressively.

In this episode we discuss

What do tour managers do and whats are the skills that make a great tour manager
What are some of your biggest challenges when on tour?
Craziest stories on the road
How to get a start into tour managing for those that are interested: levi@wastedpotentialpresents.com

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It’sTheReal on Building Their Music and Entertainment Brand Jun 06, 2019

This week we are honored to have legendary brothers and duo Jeff and Eric Rosenthal aka It’sTheReal. The two brothers got their start in the music industry with Hip-Hop sketch videos. In 2015 the brothers started their podcast A Waste of Time with ItsTheReal, guests have included the late Mac Miller, Cardi B, Lil Uzi Vert, Wiz Khalifa, Joe Buden and more veterans in the music industry.

In this episode we discuss

How they got their start in the music and entertainment industry.
Their journey on building an audience online through content, what their advice for those looking to do so as well.
Their experience working with and finding the right agent, manager, and podcast network.
Funny stories from having guests podcast with them in their apartment in the upper west side.
Selling mugs and more

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Building a Personal Brand with Erin Ashley Simon May 30, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Erin A Simon co-host of Grass Routes podcast and mentor at Creative Strategy Bootcamp. On her podcast, she’s hosted Joe Budden, CyHi Da Prynce, Redman and Method Man, and more. Her past experience includes positions at Revolt, Cycle, and the Wall Street Journal’s Sports Section.

In this episode we discuss

How she comes up with content for her personal brand
How she has built up relationships with influential people in music and entertainment
How she sees the media landscape shifting in music as more startup entities emerge
How artists should approach getting more press

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Fool’s Gold Records Co-Founder Nick Catchdubs on Building a Dominant Independent Label May 23, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Fool’s Gold co-founder and DJ Nick Catchdubs. Along with co-founder and fellow DJ A-Track the two have made Fool’s Gold into one of the predominant independent indie record labels. The label has been built on a strong creative brand, loyal community and event marketing, with the wildly successful Fool’s Gold Day Off party series. Nick and the label have an impressive track record working with artists including, Kid Cudi, Danny Brown, Duck Sauce, Crocker, Carnage and more.

In this episode we discuss

How Nick got his start in the music business industry when he was brought on by The Fader to launch their site
How he’s come to balance and manage the responsibilities that have grown with the success of his personal DJ career and that of the label
What was it was like launching an independent record label in the downturn of the music industry around 2007
How he sees the role of a record label shifting
Some of the crazy stories that have gone down during the Day Off party series

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!llmind on Winning Grammys and Becoming an Elite Producer May 16, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Ramon Ibanga, Jr., professionally known as !llmind. !llmind is a grammy winning producer who has co-written and produced hip hop, trap, pop, soul, and electronic music with artists such as Kanye West, Drake, J. Cole, Dr. Dre, Ludacris, Logic , Ariana Grande, and others. He’s also a master at creating online influence through his content, and build his business beyond just production with his beat kits and Pass the Aux touring series.

In this episode we discuss:

What were some of !llminds big breaks and what he learned from them
What was the first major placement he received and how did it come together
At what point did he re-prioritize personal branding and social media, and what the ROI has been on making that a priority
One of the major keys to success from his perspective
His advise when it comes to building a world class network in the music industry and more

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Producing Grammy Winning Hits with DJ and Producer CID May 09, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Grammy award-winning DJ and producer, Carlos Cid, better known by his stage name CID. In 2013, CID won a Grammy for his production with Cedric Gervais' remix of "Summertime Sadness” and this past year received a nomination of his own for best-remixed recordings of Labrinth, SIA, DIPLO’s LSD - Audio.

CID speaks to his journey getting to where he is today and the realization at an early age that part of what separates the best DJ’s are the ones that are also producers. When it comes to becoming a great producer CID outlines the skillset and mentality that have made the biggest difference for him, as well as how he approaches new trends and sounds.

At this point in his career, CID has a solid team around him however it might surprise you that before hiring a manager he filled a different role on his team, one that in hindsight provided an immense amount of value for the contribution of that role and the network these individuals tend to have. Of course, he did eventually come around to working with a manager and for DJ’s he advises what to look for in great management.

CID shares his experience around some fun recent developments which include a radio spot on Diplo’s Revolution called Night-Service Only, as well as the early stages of launching his own label.

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Stepping Up Management and Digital Marketing Strategies May 02, 2019

In this episode, we conducted a Q&A from the audience and had your hosts of the Music Business Podcast Jordan Williams of EQT and Sam Hysell of NOX provide their insight from their respective careers.

For aspiring managers and artists, Jordan provides his insight into when these two parties should look into establishing a contract amongst themselves and how to approach the opportunity of signing to a label. As a manager, Jordan shares his established organizational strategies that have allowed him to be the most efficient for his artists.

Sam then speaks to the fact that while quality music is a necessary foundation, without volumes of content and an understanding of how to get the most reach out of your marketing dollars your music is likely to echo in an empty room.

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Helping Charlamagne Tha God Become a Media Mogul with his Operations Manager Paige O’Donnell Apr 25, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Paige O’Donnell Operational Manager for Charlamagne Tha God co-host of The Breakfast Club, author, executive producer and more.

So whether you’re an aspiring manager or interested in working in the entertainment industry, this episode is for you. What's clear from Paige's story is that a combination of conviction and hard work has allowed her to be successful in the position she is, working for such a high-level personality like Charlamagne Tha God.

Paige shares with us the story of how sneaking backstage to interview Charlamange lead to her career working for him, along with the opportunity to go on tour with Puff Daddy aka P Diddy, as an on-air host for REVOLT.

While working for Charlamange she has had the opportunity to sit in and contribute to various aspects of the entertainment industry whether that's talent management or pitching and curating shows for his production company.

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Winning in Music Media and PR with Matt Medved, Editor in Chief at SPIN and Founder of Billboard Dance Apr 18, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Medved, founder of Billboard Dance and recently appointed editor in chief of Spin magazine. When he's not in the office you can find him in the DJ booth on stages all around the world.

Whether you’re an artist or manager looking to get press, an industry vet looking to learn about shifts in the media landscape, or somebody starting out in the music biz, this episode is for you.

Matt speaks to us about the shifting role of editorial media and how artists and managers can get press and share stories worth telling that can have a monumental impact in building their careers. He also talks about the new direction for the iconic SPIN magazine.

While the balance of editorial media and social media has shifted, Matt stresses the strength that editorial storytelling still holds and the role it plays as an independent and credible source that can provide artists with validation.

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Capitalizing On Licensing Songs With Low Profile Founder Jen Pearce Apr 11, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Jen Pearce founder of Low Profile, a music licensing and consulting company based out of Brooklyn NYC. Jen does a phenomenal job at breaking down the work she does placing songs into your favorite TV shows, ads, movies, videos games and more.

Licensing can be a potentially lucrative revenue stream, that many artists and teams completely overlook. This goes past just the direct licensing payouts, as the right song placement can translate into significant streaming numbers, as well as record label deals for undiscovered artists. In fact, she shares a story of how she broke an aspiring artist working as a receptionist in her office building with an apple commercial placement.

Jen also outlines what artists and management teams need to look out for when allocating song ownership from masters to publishing rights… Believe it or not, small mistakes here can literally make or break your song getting cleared for a sync deal.

Lastly, as somebody who sees tons of submissions for songs, and tons of requests from music supervisors, Jen shares some of the key things she looks for when finding the perfect fit!

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Crafting Hits and Discovering Talent with Atlantic Records Senior Director of A&R, Brian Johnston Apr 04, 2019

In this episode, we sit down with Senior Director of A&R at Atlantic Records, Brian Johnston. Brian and Atlantic have a great track record working with some top tier artists, such as Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Gates, and Kodak Black.

Brian speaks to his journey to becoming a Senior A&R and how the role has evolved over the 8 years he’s been in the industry. This goes from finding the right talent and tone in music, to then mastering the degree to which he influences the production and composition of tracks.

For emerging artists and managers Brian speaks to the importance of building out community early on #taylorgang, and the art of being a student of those that you aspire to become. Finally, Brian drops some gold when it comes to how you should go about contacting people like him at major labels.

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Building a Successful Party Brand with 3rd Shift & Animal House Co-Founder, Jordian Ross Mar 28, 2019

In this episode we're honored to have Jordian Ross, the co-founder of 3rd Shift NYC and Animal House. Jordi built 3rd Shift into one of the go-to parties in NYC and has a knack for finding and booking amazing artists before they blow, such as Trippie Redd and Yung Bans. He talks about his journey as a event producer, and how brands can partner with the culture to help everybody win.

You can find Jordi on IG @jordianross

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Gaining Millions of Followers on Instagram with Eliot "Dunk" Robinson Mar 21, 2019

In this episode of the Music Business Podcast we're honored to have Eliot Dunk Robinson (@eliot) talk about how you can win big on Instagram.

Eliot initially built up @dunk into one of the largest basketball media companies on Instagram with nearly 10 million followers across all of their properties. He also was also brought into help spearhead Instagram growth for Gary Vaynerchuk, and helped him acquire some of his first couple million followers. Moral of the story, Eliot know's how to get accounts popping on Instagram.

He's also super plugged into culture. He's helped managed artists, collaborates to do promotional campaigns with various record labels, and is helping Dennis Rodman win on the internet and release a mixtape.

No matter what you aspire to do in the music industry, building a thriving fanbase is critical, and in this episode we talk about how you can do just that!

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Winning the Content Game with Mass Appeal Director of Video, Harrison Corwin Mar 14, 2019

In this episode we're super excited to have our guest Harrison Corwin on the show. Harrison is the Director of Video at Mass Appeal. Mass Appeal, originally founded by rap legend Nas, is a thriving media company and independent record label. In this episode we discuss:

The convergence between record labels and media companies. We see No Jumper releasing records, it’s just a matter of time before it’s LL. Def Jam poached Complex’s Chief Content Officer (Complex Noah Callahan Bever). Does he see building up owned media properties and channels becoming the norm for record labels?
What artists does he think have the best social content? Does he feel artists need to invest more in their own video content?
How does he see video content evolving as audio continues to grow?
And more...

As always, let us know what you think on Instagram @samhysell and @jordanchude

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Signing Childish Gambino/Goldlink and Developing Talent with RCA A&R Derrick Aroh Mar 07, 2019

In this episode we get the chance to sit down with Derrick Aroh, an A&R from RCA. Derrick and RCA have an amazing track record working with some top tier artists, such as Childish Gambino, Goldlink and Brockhampton. In this episode we talk about what he looks for in artists, and how he helps artists thrive.

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Taking Rapper Logic from 0 to 100 with Harrison Remler Feb 27, 2019

Harrison Remler is a force to be reckoned with. In 2018 he was named as one of "Forbes' 30 Under 30," and has an impressive track record as the COO of Visionary Music Group, the management company behind multi-platinum recording artist 'Logic.'

In this episode we talk about Logic's ascension, how Harrison first started working with Logic and Chris Zarou, how you can succeed as an artist or manager, and some of the trends redefining the music industry in 2019.

Check it out and let us know what you think @musicbusinesspodcast

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Meet Your Hosts: Jordan Williams - Artist Management Consultant Feb 27, 2019

In this installment of Meet the Hosts, Sam Hysell interviews co-host Jordan Williams.

Jordan is a manager and operations manager at EQT, the management company behind Goldlink, Masego, Smino, Berhana and more.

In this episode, Jordan talks about how he got his job at EQT and has grown into becoming a manager and operations manager inside a rapidly growing management company that supports multi-platinum artists.

If you want to get into the music industry or succeed as an artist or artist manager, then this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Jordan can be found on the gram @jordanchude.

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Meet Your Hosts: Sam Hysell - Partner at NOX Feb 27, 2019

In this installment of Meet the Hosts, Jordan Williams interviews co-host Sam Hysell.

Sam Hysell is a partner at NOX, a cultural marketing agency that helps artists and brands grow and mobilize communities online.

In this episode Sam talks about how he approaches digital marketing for artists and brands, and how he's been able to grow in his career.

He also speaks about his time working at VaynerMedia with Gary Vaynerchuk and some of the core takeaways from his experience working at one of the world's leading marketing agencies.

If you want to break into music and help grow an audience online, check out this episode.

You can find Sam on the gram @samhysell

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