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What would we like to see Spotify do to improve Wrapped Episode 588: It is that time of the year… time for Spotify Wrapped. We love Wrapped and how others streaming services are now creating their own version. But, what would we like to see Spotify do to improve Wrapped? How can they make Wrapped […]
Strategies for Pre-Release and Post-Release Marketing of Your New Music, Plus a Free Release Planner Episode 587: Anthony Pacheco joins us to discuss music release strategies and his music release planner. Download the Release Planner: https://oddlysimpl.notion.site/Music-Release-Planner-13ad7f590c454e8090f4440b5c37e3d4 Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists : https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · 587 Strategies […]
We wish YouTube and Spotify would create one button “boost” type advertising. Episode 586: This week Jay and Michael talk about one of their wishes… we wish YouTube and Spotify would create one button “boost” type advertising. Make it so simple and easy to start running ads. How much more ad revenue could be generated […]
Alex Loveyko talks about the difference between trademarks and copyrights Episode 585: We sit down with Alex Loveyko from Chase Lawyers. Alex talks about the difference between trademarks and copyrights. We discuss the importance of band agreements. And we look at red flags you should be looking for in a record label contract. Chase Lawyers […]
Drawing from his experience on camera and on stage Dan discusses storytelling, engaging with your audience and being authentic. Episode 584: Dan Ashley and his remarkable professional Americana Rock band that just goes by his name, Dan Ashley. Dan is also the long-time award-winning anchor of ABC7 News at 5, 6 and 11 pm weekdays […]
Lots of great advice that you can immediately start using. Episode 583: This was a great discussion with Bruce Houghton from a couple weeks ago that might have been overshadowed by our death of NFTs discussion. We felt it deserved the full spotlight so we pulled it out and made it its own episode… How […]
The recent announcement that DistroKid was acquiring Bandzoogle was a shock to many. Episode 582: The recent announcement that DistroKid was acquiring Bandzoogle was a shock to many. We are joined this week by Stacey Bedford, formerly the CEO of Bandzoogle and now the General Manager of DistroKid. Stacey discusses the acquisition. What it means […]
Low streaming numbers do not mean you have a music problem. It means you have an audience problem. Episode 581: This week we discuss the Hypebot article, The truth behind why you aren’t getting more streams, written by Randall Foster from Symphonic. Low streaming numbers do not mean you have a music problem. It means […]
NFTs promised to save music; now, they are officially WORTHLESS. Episode 580: Bruce Houghton from HypeBot and Bandsintown is back this week. We discuss Bruce’s recent story “NFTs promised to save music; now, they are officially WORTHLESS”. This once $17 billion market is now worth, at best, $80 million, or 3% of peak valuation. Even […]
Ideas are nothing more than dreams without a strategy to execute. Episode 579: Everyone has ideas, they are a dime a dozen. Ideas are nothing more than dreams without a strategy to execute. We discuss turning your idea into reality with a strategy and plan to execute. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download […]
What are the pros and cons of releasing music as a album, as a EP or as individual tracks. Episode 578: You have recorded new music and now you are trying to decide should you release it as a album, EP or track by track. What are the pros and cons of releasing music as […]
Mike and Jay discuss what you can do to get your foot in the door and start working in the music business. Episode 577: How do I get a job in the music business? This might be one of the most common questions we are asked. Mike and Jay discuss what you can do to […]
How you should communicate with your music marketing team. Episode 576: Drawing from our own experience we talk about how you should communicate with your music marketing team… publicist, radio, social media, marketing. What do we suggest so you can be the most effective. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release […]
Michael Brandvold remembers what was going on and what was uncertain launching this first VIP program. Episode 575: 20 years ago KISS launched the first paid meet and greet program. Now these VIP programs are quite common for most artists and bands. We look back at what has been learned and Michael Brandvold remembers what […]
We run down a list of things you need to do immediately after booking a show. Episode 574: You just booked a show or a tour, now what do you do? So many artists drop the ball once they book a show. We run down a list of things you need to do immediately after […]
Websites and Apps We Recommend That Musicians Use, Because We Use Them. Episode 573: We love these episodes… our favorite websites and apps that musicians should be using, because we use them! What’s In Store Music, Plaympe, Publer, Canva, Disco, WeTransfer, Bandsintown, YouTube Community and Bitly. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael […]
You want your music to be heard, FEATURE FM has the tools to help! Episode 572: You have released your music now you need the tools to promote your music, meet FEATURE FM. Liar Aharoni, Co-Found and CEO of FEATURE.FM, joins us this week. We talk about the history of FEATURE.FM as well as their […]
The Great Lies of Rock ‘N’ Roll Episode 571. Play along with us this week as we discuss 54 of the Greatest Lies in Rock ‘N’ Roll. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists : https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · 571 The Great Lies of Rock ‘N’ Roll, a List Found at […]
Will All In Ticket Pricing Protect Us from All Those Ticket Fees? Episode 570. This week we discuss the new agreement to move a all in ticket pricing, where the consumer will be shown the final ticket price, including all fees, up front. No more list of service fees surprising you after you buy the […]
What could a typical day look like for a manager? Episode 569. Chris Nilsson President of 10th Street Entertainment joins to discuss the ever evolving role of manager. What could a typical day look like for a manager. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists : https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · 569 […]
CD BABY Stops Selling CDs What Are Your Options Now to Sell a CD? Episode 568. CD Baby has announced they are getting out of the CD business… the end of a era. What are the options now for indie musicians who want to sell CDs online? Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download […]
What Does a Radio Promoter Do? Episode 567. Tim Binder from New Ocean Media joins to talk about what he does as a radio promoter. We discuss expectations of the results from radio promotion. What artists can do to help with radio promotion. If you are thinking about hiring a radio promoter, watch this episode […]
Most artists think, or want to think, their story is their new music. Episode 566. What is your story? We talk about this all the time on the Music Biz Weekly podcast. We discuss this with all our clients. Most artists think, or want to think, their story is their new music. Your music is […]
Cassie Petrey, CEO & co-founder of Crowd Surf joins us. Episode 565. We are joined by Cassie Petrey. Cassie is the CEO & co-founder of celebrity social media and artist management firm, Crowd Surf (the company behind iconic artists’ social media marketing including Backstreet Boys, Camila Cabello and Britney Spears). Cassie is a Forbes 30 […]
Does it seem like we are seeing more “band drama” lately? Episode 564. Does it seem like we are seeing more “band drama” lately? Band members calling each other out. Band members making “hot topic” comments. Drama and controversy are cheap tactics for getting PR, be careful because it probably isn’t going to do much […]
So you want to be a band manager, what are the roles you will be doing? Episode 563. Kevin Breuner from CD Baby is back and this time we discuss a new role he has taken on… band manager, working with the artist Melodi Ryan. Bands, how do you know when you are ready for […]
What are some of the issues that will need to be confronted moving forward with CHATGPT and AI? Episode 562. AI, artificial intelligence, and CHATGPT are blowing up everywhere. How are they being used in the music industry? What are some of the issues that will need to be confronted moving forward with CHATGPT and […]
We discuss how to pitch your band to a Talent Buyer, venue’s taking a cut of merchandise and why you need to be very careful about burning bridges. Episode 561. We are joined Brooklyn Bowl’s Director of Booking Lucas Sacks. Lucas is a live events industry professional with over 10 years of experience. Beginning as […]
We discuss how to pitch your band to a Talent Buyer, venue’s taking a cut of merchandise and why you need to be very careful about burning bridges. Episode 561. We are joined Brooklyn Bowl’s Director of Booking Lucas Sacks. Lucas is a live events industry professional with over 10 years of experience. Beginning as […]
Timothy Bogart, the son of Neil Bogart, joins us to talk about his legendary father and the movie Spinning Gold which he wrote and directed. Episode 560. Timothy Bogart, the son of Neil Bogart, joins us to talk about his legendary father and the movie Spinning Gold which he wrote and directed. Spinning Gold opens […]
