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Music Takes On the Midterms Oct 05, 2018

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Episode #136: How can artists, venues, and other music institutions use their platforms for social change? On this episode we hear from organizations who are connecting the music industry to voter registration campaigns and more. Emily White and Pat Sansone (Wilco) join us to discuss #IVoted, a project that works with venues to allow voters into shows for free on election day. Ivy Bryan, artist liaison for HeadCount, explains how they've registered over 500,000 voters with the help of musicians. Jessica George, executive director of RPM, shares strategies artists can use for positive change ahead of and after the midterm elections. Learn more about: Headcount: www.headcount.org RPM: www.revolutionsperminute.net #IVoted: www.ivotedconcerts.com Register to vote: https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote

Do I Need a Record Label? Sep 28, 2018

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Episode #135: One common question we hear all the time from musicians is "do I need a record label?" On this episode, we talk to people who offer services traditionally taken care of by a label, but outside of the traditional artist/label relationship. Hear from Shanna Jade, who works with Stem, a platform that aims to simplify artist payments. We also talk with Justin Schmidt of Missing Piece Group, a full-service marketing, PR and management agency and Gabe Herring, who runs Woods Ent. Group and works with CD Baby. Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Engineered by Brent Asbury at Beta Petrol.

Jen Cloher Aug 31, 2018

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Australian artist Jen Cloher joins us in studio to talk about her musical career, running Milk! Records (the indie label Cloher and Courtney Barnett started in 2012), and her approach to the music business. Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Engineered by Brent Asbury at Beta Petrol.

Spotlight on Molly Neuman (Songtrust, Bratmobile) Aug 24, 2018

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Molly Neuman is the Global Head of Business Development at Songtrust and you may know her from her time ar Kickstarter, A2IM, Rhapsody, or eMusic. Molly is best known as a creator of the riot grrrl movement as Bratmobile's drummer and founding editor of the Girl Germs zine. On this episode, Portia and Molly discuss her career and more. Live from Indie-Con Australia 2018.

Independent Together Aug 17, 2018

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Artistic communities are integral to the livability and desirability of many cities, but are often left without defense against these cities' rapid growth. Uniting the artists, venues, labels, and manufacturers that make up a city's music industry on their own terms is vital to its survival. MusicPortland is a new advocacy group for those who make up Portland's vast music ecosystem. Members of the group's board join us to discuss their philosophy, goals, and progress. If you want to ensure the health of your industry, check out their work and look for advocacy groups in your city. If you're a Portlander, help MusicPortland gather the data they need to work on our behalf by visiting musicportland.org.

Update on the Music Modernization Act Aug 10, 2018

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Episode #131: The Music Modernization Act may have unanimously passed the House and garnered support from songwriters, publishers, and DSPs, but the bill has faced a few obstacles ahead of November. On this episode, we check in with key players and look ahead at how the MMA could change our business. Featured guests include Blake Morgan (IRespectMusic), David Israelite (NMPA), Richard Burgess (A2IM), and Daryl Friedman (NARAS). Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Engineered by Brent Asbury at Beta Petrol.

Indie Label Spotlight: Compass Records Jul 27, 2018

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#130: Compass Records was founded in 1994 by artists Garry West and Alison Brown. Called "one of the greatest independent labels of the last decade" by Billboard, Compass specializes in roots, bluegrass, and Americana -- and boasts the largest Celtic catalog in the world. On this episode, we hear about the label's philosophy and history from co-founder Garry West. Compass artist Laura Cortese also shares her perspective. Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Engineered by Brent Asbury at Beta Petrol.

Using Music in Podcasts... the Right Way! Jul 20, 2018

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Episode #129: Despite being over a decade old, podcasting is still a new frontier for music licensing. As podcasts gain millions of listeners and big budgets, it's more important than ever for artists to understand their rights when approached about music use. Entertainment and podcast lawyer Lindsay Bowen gives us a rundown of how podcasts *should* go about using music and how artists can protect themselves. Jacob Webb, licensing and podcast coordinator at KEXP explains how they handle music use and navigate the intersection between streaming songs and radio play. We also hear advice from Jonathan Menjivar, senior producer at Pineapple Street Media (former producer at This American Life). Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Engineered by Brent Asbury. Subscribe to The Future of What: hyperurl.co/krsfow Follow us: Twitter: http://bit.ly/2gOYMYM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofwhat/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/1L6T8fl Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cVo9ar

Indie Label Spotlight: Light in the Attic with Ishmael Butler (Digable Planets, Shabazz Palaces) Jul 13, 2018

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Episode #128: Light in the Attic founder Matt Sullivan joins us to talk about the inspiration behind the Seattle label, their emphasis on reissues as well as their distribution service and more. We also hear from Ishmael Butler, whose work with Digable Planets has been released with LITA. Subscribe to The Future of What: hyperurl.co/krsfow Follow us: Twitter: http://bit.ly/2gOYMYM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofwhat/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/1L6T8fl

How the Game is Played: LIVE in Portland Jul 06, 2018

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Episode #127: On June 30th, we hosted a live panel in Portland with DJ Klyph. Panelists included local hip hop veterans Vursatyl and DJ OG ONE, along with promising newcomers Rasheed Jamal, Mic Capes, and Karma Rivera. The panel covered everything from all ages venues to networking and offers insight that transcends geography and genre. Produced by Will Watts and Anna McClain. Taped live at Mississippi Studios in Portland, OR. Engineered by Brent Asbury. Special thanks to Marmoset. Subscribe to The Future of What: hyperurl.co/krsfow Follow us: Twitter: http://bit.ly/2gOYMYM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofwhat/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/1L6T8fl Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cVo9ar

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