Musicians Listen Up, Here are Some Hard Truths About the Music Business

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You are obsessed with numbers, but the wrong ones. Episode 624: This week we start discussing 11 hard truths for musicians. You might not like this list, but it is true and we discuss each item below… MUSICIANS: 11 HARD TRUTHS 1. Streaming is the best thing that ever happened to the music industry, you […]

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Is It OK to Give a Musician You Work for Your Music? 19:16

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We discuss a listener question this week. Episode 636: We discuss a listener question this week, @leegerstmann “Hi Michael and Jay. I have a question. I’m wondering your opinions. If, let’s say, I’m working for a musician, would you think I ought not tell the musician about my own music? Or, does it depend upon […]…

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You Are Part of the Artist’s Team, Remember You Are NOT The Star! 15:36

14 days ago15:36

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You are not the star. You work for the star. Episode 635: Do you work with a band or musician? Are you on their team in some capacity? Never forget this valuable lesson… you are not the star. You work for the star. Don’t let your ego and sense of entitlement make you think you […]

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Musicians, How to Make Sure You Are Monetizing Your Music on YouTube and TikTok 51:51

28 days ago51:51

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What can you do to make even more money from YouTube. Episode 634: Randall Foster from Symphonic Distribution joins to discuss many topics, including their Ultimate Guide for a Kickass Year 2025. We touch on many points, such as YouTube and TikTok monetization. What can you do to make even more money from YouTube. How […]…

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How Musicians Can Start to Use Artificial Intelligence in Their Career 24:30

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We aren’t talking about using AI to record music or make videos. Episode 633: How are we using AI and how musicians can start using AI. We aren’t talking about using AI to record music or make videos, not even how to use it to make photos. We discuss real tasks, tasks that you probably […]

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Hey Spotify, Why Is It So Hard to Claim a Spotify For Artists Profile? You Can Do Better! 26:47

6 weeks ago26:47

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We share some frustrations when trying to claim an artist profile on Spotify For Artists Episode 632: We share some frustrations when trying to claim an artist profile on Spotify For Artists. It seems to be becoming more difficult for profiles to be claimed. It should be easier for artists. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner. […]…

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TikTok, What Happened, What Is Happening Now and What Could Happen. Are You Prepared? 26:36

7 weeks ago26:36

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How you can prepare if TikTok is banned again Episode 631: We discuss what happened with TikTok during the initial 14 hour US ban of the app. Were there any work arounds to access the app? We then discuss what is currently happening with TikTok over the next 90 days that is available. Finally we […]

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Los Angeles Fire Relief: Concerts, Donations, Help for Musicians & Industry Professionals 24:50

8 weeks ago24:50

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LA Fire events, donations and resources for musicians and music professionals Episode 630: This episode we review Hypebot’s continuously updated a list of LA Fire events, donations and resources for musicians and music professionals. The stories of loss and devastation in Los Angeles including for tens of thousands working in music are unimaginable. But there […]…

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Bruce Houghton on Music Industry Challenges and Opportunities in 2025 55:05

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Jay, Bruce, and Michael discussed the challenges and opportunities in the music industry, particularly in relation to digital service providers and fan engagement. T Episode 629: Music Industry Challenges and Opportunities Jay, Bruce, and Michael discussed the challenges and opportunities in the music industry, particularly in relation to digital service providers and fan engagement. They […]…

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Three Music Business Predictions for 2025 – Short Form Video, Touring, Artificial Intelligence 33:52

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We share three predictions for the music business in 2025. Episode 628: We share three predictions for the music business in 2025. 1. Short form video and Spotify Clips. 2. Challenges of touring post pandemic. 3. Artificial Intelligence. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner. – https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists. – https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m Our Sponsors: • […]…

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Musicians Hard Truths: Making Money From Your Fanbase Isn’t Horrible 33:57

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Social media is a reflection of you. If it isn’t working, you can improve everything. Episode 627: This week we finish off the MUSICIANS: 11 HARD TRUTHS list, with items 8 thru 11. 1. Streaming is the best thing that ever happened to the music industry, you have more control than ever before. 2. Short […]…

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Bandsintown Adds New Feature to Allow You To Run Your Own Ticket Presale 39:41

16 weeks ago39:41

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Announce your tour dates on your website and socials and collect presale signups for every show. Episode 626: Fabrice Sergent from Bandsintown joins us this week to discuss their new Presale feature. Launch presales for your tours & events. Announce your tour dates on your website and socials and collect presale signups for every show. […]…

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Musicians Are You Booking Yourself? Watch to Learn How To Find Contacts for Talent Buyers 35:33

17 weeks ago35:33

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If you are having to book yourself and have difficulties finding venues and talent buyers, Booking-Agent.io might just be to solution you need. Episode 625: Benji Stein joins us to talk about Booking-Agent.io… if you are having to book yourself and have difficulties finding venues and talent buyers, this might just be to solution you […]…

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Musicians Listen Up, Here are Some Hard Truths About the Music Business 49:07

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Paola Prestini Talks About the Challenges Faced by a Classical Music Artist 37:50

19 weeks ago37:50

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Far more than just notes on a page, Prestini’s works give voice to those whom society has silenced. Episode 623: Composer Paola Prestini has cultivated a uniquely expansive and humanistic musical voice, through pieces that transcend genre and discipline, and projects whose global impact reverberates beyond the walls of the concert hall. Far more than […]…

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Bands Listen Up! Do You Follow the 80-20 Rule for Posting? 28:38

21 weeks ago28:38