Bruce Houghton of Skyline Artist Agency, Hypebot and BandsInTown, is this week’s radio show guest. We’ll talk booking, the web, and more. Click to stream live!!
Bruce Houghton – Hypebot & Skyline Artist Agency: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Rob Light – Head of Music at CAA: The Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Rob Light, Head of Music at CAA, speaks about signing artists, the ones that got away, what makes a great manager, and more! Don’t be a fool. Listen hard!
UTR Agency’s Michael Kelley: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Michael Kelley, of the UTR Agency, is this week’s radio show guest. He’ll talk booking bands and what they need to know to get the best gigs. Listen live!
Red Light Management’s Jonathan Shank: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Red Light Management’s Jonathan Shank talks on this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show about his experience with everything from Peppa Pig to American Idol to managing the Smashing Pumpkins and Victoria Justice. Stream it live on Wednesday at 8PM!
Josh Terry of Sad Summer Music Festival: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Josh Terry, co-founder of the Sad Summer Music Festival, explains how to create a festival, his music biz background, and more. You should click and listen to this fab show!
21st Century Manager DIY Diary #1
We know what managers do, but what do they really, really do? On a day-to-day, meta-boring basis, what do they do? Here’s a first snapshot of one up-and-comer!
Danny Goldberg – Former Nirvana Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Danny Goldberg, former Nirvana manager and president of Atlantic, Mercury and Artemis Records, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. He just published a book about his time managing Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. We’ll talk all about it. Click to listen live!
UTA’s David Galea: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
UTA agent David Galea is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. We’ll talk what it takes to get signed, plus ARIZONA and X Ambassadors. Click & listen!
The Rolling Stones Rescheduled Their Tour – How Does This Avert Disaster For Some?
Have you ever thought about who’s affected when a tour is cancelled? Kind of like the human collateral damage of the U.S./China trade war, there is similar pain for people working a tour. Here we list many who get hurt and why. Click and read.
Billie Eilish – What Can We Learn From Her Team?
Young Billie Elish is doing very well. She’s the Lorde of 2019. Did she do it alone? Can you? What can we learn from her success? Click and know!!
UTA’s Ken Fermaglich: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ken Fermaglich, UTA agent and partner, is this week’s radio show guest. You’ve got to listen and hear his awesome rise to signing Guns N’ Roses. Click.
Video: Julie Swidler, Sony Music Entertainment General Counsel
Julie Swidler, General Counsel of Sony Music Entertainment, talks legal battles, sexism in the biz, and more. Click and watch this great interview.
Roger McGuinn of The Byrds: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Roger McGuinn, Rock N’ Roll Hall of Famer, incredibly influential songwriter and guitarist from The Byrds, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to hear the interview with your own two ears!
If She Is The Music, Where Are Women In Festivals?
In this week’s music business wrap up, we take a look at the lack of female artists in top festivals and how people like Lisa Barbaris and organizations like She Is The Music are trying to fix that. Click and find out more!
Video: AEG VP Debra Rathwell Interview
Debra Rathwell, AEG VP, speaks about her rise from young Canadian to promoting American Idol across America. Click and watch this great interview.
Glen Barros – COO of Concord Music: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Glen Barros, COO of Concord Music, is this week’s radio show guest. Can Concord become as big as the Big 3? What is a COO? Click to listen live!
Get Over It: 1999 Was 20 Years Ago
Recorded music revenues are back in the black, which is great news. Yet some are focusing on past success. Can’t we just let that go and be happy now? Click and give your opinion.
Music Biz 101 & More Live: Tonight’s Radio Show
Listen to tonight’s pre-recorded Music Biz 101 & More Live! event from February. Guests are from Elektra Records, Live Nation, 300 Entertainment and Warner Music Artist Services. Click and listen!
If I Had A Hundred Million Dollars
As iHeart Media plans for a $100 million IPO, we look into the future of the company, and radio, and see how the paradigm can be shifted back to the future. Click and enjoy.
Kobalt VP of Creative Jamie McLaughlin Kinelski: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Kobalt VP of Creative Jamie McLaughlin Kinelski is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. What is Kobalt? Can she sign me? Click to listen live!
This Is Radio Nowhere – Is There Anybody Alive Out There
Traditional broadcast radio is in trouble. It needs to stop drinking its own Kool Aid, support recording artists, and pretend the future is now. But is it too late?
Mike Greene – ADA Sr. Director of Digital Strategy & Marketing: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Mike Greene, ADA Sr. Director of Digital Strategy & Marketing, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. We’ll learn about ADA, marketing & more!
2 For2! Billboard Names WPU’s Music & Entertainment Industries Program One of America’s Best!
For the second year in a row, Billboard Magazine, the music industry’s top trade publication, has named William Paterson University’s Music & Entertainment Industries program one of the nation’s best. Click for details!
Bands, Breakups & Contracts – What You Should Know
What happens when a band breaks up? Who owns the name? Was there a contract? When does a band need a contract? Click. Read. Know. Be a smart person.
Video: BMG A&R VP Kate Hyman Interview
Kate Hyman, executive vice president of A&R at Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), talks about what A&R is, her experiences growing up in an industry dominated by men, and more. Click to watch this great interview!
John Strohm – President, Rounder Records – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
John Strohm, President of Rounder Records, is this week’s radio show guest. We’ll talk about his pivot from musician to label head – and more! Click to listen live!!
Time to Get Inspired
It’s time to get inspired. Click to read some articles and watch some video that will hopefully help you travel farther than you think you can go.
If You Ain’t Learnin’, You’re Dyin’ – Lessons From A Week In The Music Biz Trenches
Interviews with RCA’s Co-President Joe Ricitelli, BMG’s VP Kate Hyman, and more execs last week provided some major lessons. They are shared here. Give a click and give a read!
Marcie Allen – MAC Presents Founder: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Marcie Allen, Founder of MAC Presents and expert in facilitating partnerships between bands and brands, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to listen live and possibly learn how you can do this too with your music.
The Big Three – Or The Big Five?
We’ve grown accustomed to the faces of The Big Three: UMG, Sony and WMG. But isn’t it really The Big Five? if not, how do we get there? Click to find out!
Kate Hyman, BMG A&R EVP: Our Next Music Management Seminar Series Guest
Kate Hyman, BMG A&R EVP (we only deal with people connected to three letters), visits William Paterson University on Tuesday, March 5, as the second guest in the 2019 Music Management Seminar Series. Click and go to this. It’s good for you.
Video: AGI President Marsha Vlasic Interview
AGI President Marsha Vlasic sits down with SiriusXM’s Steve Leeds to discuss her career, the agency world, and more. Click to watch and get inspired!
Death Cab For Cutie Manager Jordan Kurland: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Death Cab For Cutie manager Jordan Kurland is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. We’ll learn about his company, managing bands that aren’t built on radio play, how he put together Noise Pop Fest, and more. So click to listen live!
Go To Music Biz 101 & More Live – Monday, February 25th
Music Biz 101 & More Live takes place on Monday, February 25th. Come on out and listen to folks from Live Nation, Warner Music, Elektra Records, and more! It’s free and open to the public. That means you can go and you won’t be charged. Need another reason? Nope. See ya there!
Marsha Vlasic – President of AGI Kicks Off 2019 Music Management Seminar Series
The 2019 Music Management Seminar Series kicks off on Tuesday, February 19th with AGI President Marsha Vlasic. The series, free and open to the public, is hosted by SiriusXM’s Steve Leeds. Come out and learn about da biz!
How Disruptive Is Music’s New Power Generation?
The top 25 disruptors and innovators in music list is out. But what’s wrong with it? And what is a disruptor vs. just good PR? Click and find out!
Five Lessons from Shep Gordon
Have you read the book “They Call Me Supermensch” by Shep Gordon? It is a memoir of Gordon’s experience managing different bands and artists, and he shares very important points that everyone who is interested in the Music Industry should know about. Here are five lessons I learned from it. Click for more!
Jordan Chalmers – Atlantic Records Influencer Marketing – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Jordan Chalmers, Manager of Influencer & Lifestyle Marketing at Atlantic Records, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream it live!
The Right & Wrong of Billboard’s Power 100 List
Billboard’s 2019 Power 100 list is out. We go through the list and discuss how it reflects today’s music industry correctly. And what it gets wrong. Click and read. Mmmkay?
Beatles Author Ken Mansfield – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ken Mansfield, author of The Roof: The Beatles’ Final Concert, is this week’s radio show guest. Ken speaks of his experience with the band and more. You’ve got to click to listen live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of January 28th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we hear a podcast from ARIZONA manager Jake Posner and compare 2018 video game sales to music & movies. Click and read this masterpiece!
My Favorite Album Of All-Time Is…The Saga Continues
All 2001, Diddy kept releasing hit after hit from his album The Saga Continues such as ‘Let’s Get It’- G Dep ft. Black Rob, ‘Diddy’- P. Diddy, and “Can’t Believe’- Faith Evans and Carl Thomas. This album became the soundtrack to my life for years.
Harlan Frey – Atlantic Records SVP Touring & Artist Development: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Harlan Frey, Atlantic Records SVP of Touring & Artist Development, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream this repeat show!
Is The Boston Symphony Orchestra Sexist?
Boston Symphony Orchestra principal flutist Elizabeth Rowe is suing for unequal pay because she’s a woman. In this case, should she win? Here’s our 2 cents.
The Perfect Soundtrack for My Life: Why “Secret Story” by Pat Metheny Is My All-Time Favorite Music Album
I’ve come to regard Pat Metheny’s music as the soundtrack for my life – his album Secret Story is the perfect collection of music representing this notion. Click here to find out why.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 17th
In this week’s Music Biz wrap up, we learn about a sexism lawsuit with the BSO and also what BSO stands for (as an acronym). Give a click and grow. You owe it to yourself, don’t ya?
ARIZONA’s Manager Jake Posner: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Jake Posner, manager of ARIZONA, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. He’ll talk about what he does, their deal with Atlantic, and more! Click!!!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 10th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we provide access to women in music, pay for top radio DJs, Logan Paul’s babysitter, and more. You must click! Now!
Who Are The Highest-Paid Radio Hosts?
Surprisingly, the people who make the most money in radio are not the kind you hear from a boom box. We take a look at the top 5 and do a nice comparison. Give a click. Go on. It’s a short read.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 3rd
In this week’s Music Biz wrap up, we take a look at lessons from a Warner Music Group visit. We’re offered links and find out about pianist Bill Charlap is up to. Give a click and learn a thing or three.
Rap God’s Kamikaze…. Let’s talk about it…
On August 31, 2018, after an 8-month hiatus, without any announcements or any promotion, Rapper Eminem released his tenth studio album Kamikaze. Click here.
The Music Business: More Than Just The Big 3
The music business is made up of more than just the 3 major labels. So where do the Big 3 fit in as 2019 comes our way? We take a look and break it down. Give a click, why don’t ya!
The Remarkable Legend of Shep Gordon: A Brief Review of His Memoir “They Call Me Supermensch”
In “They Call Me Supermensch” Shep Gordon offers a fascinating and entertaining look at his life and remarkably legendary career in film, food, and music. Click here to learn more.
REPLAY – 300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson, who is Head of Business & Legal Affairs, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to stream it live and learn a thang or two!
Politics, DIY, and the Lessons We Need To Learn
Why do we want to compare a gubernatorial campaign to DIY artists? Because there are lessons billionaires can teach us. Click and read and figure this out!
Harvey Leeds – Music Industry Legend : This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Harvey Leeds, music industry legend, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Stream it live or tweet us with questions. Go on. Do it!
Catalyst Publicity Group CEO Jen Appel : This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Catalyst Publicity Group CEO Jen Appel is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. What can DIY artists learn so they can improve their chances? Click to stream this fascinating interview!
Taylor Swift’s Nuclear Option
Taylor Swift’s record deal is up. Will she sign for the highest bidder? Or will she choose the nuclear option and go it alone? Click to read about it all!
News 12 NJ Reports On William Paterson University’s Music Business Program
News 12 New Jersey and Della Crews reports on Billboard Magazine’s ranking of William Paterson University’s Music & Entertainment Industries program. Watch and sign up!
Dave Matthews Business Manager Aaron Van Duyne: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Aaron Van Duyne, business manager for Dave Matthews, Kiss, 3 Doors Down, and more, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream it all live!
Do I Need To Go To College To Get Into The Music Business?
It’s a great question. The answer is you definitely maybe need to. Which means, well, it’s different for everyone. Click and see if you can figure this out.
Watch: Webinar About WPU Graduate Music Business Program
Watch this amazing, graphic-laden webinar hosted by Dr. Esteban (Stephen) Marcone and your Professor David Kirk Philp. It’s about the WP music business graduate program. Enjoy and reach out to us.
Columbia’s Kari Keller & Ultra’s Miles Franco: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
Kari Keller of the Columbia Records Touring & Events division and Miles Franco of Ultra Music Finance talk about the MBA degrees they received and if the time & money was worth it – Click to stream live this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show!
Is Radio The Blockbuster Video Of The 2020s?
Do the bankruptcies of Sears and Toys R Us mean something to the radio business? Is Netflix simply Blockbuster Pt. II, bound to fail because it’s just so damn big? Click to read and find out.
300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson: William Paterson University’s 2018-2019 Music Business Visiting Resident Expert
300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson has been named the WPU Music & Entertainment Industries Visiting Resident Expert for the 2018-2019 academic year. Click to learn more about Mark and how he’ll help the William Paterson University music business program!
George Gilbert, Esq: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Intellectual property attorney George Gilbert, Esq is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. He’ll talk about what intellectual property is and fill us in on the Music Modernization Act. Click to stream it live!
Lindsey Buckingham vs. Fleetwood Mac
Lindsey Buckingham vs. Fleetwood Mac – Buckingham has sued his former bandmates of 44 years. What can we learn from this? Click for a deep dive!
Harlan Frey – Atlantic Records SVP Touring & Artist Development: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Harlan Frey, Atlantic Records SVP of Touring & Artist Development, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live!
1988 vs. 2018: A Chart/Label/Musical Comparison
Here’s a comparison of 1988 vs. 2018, from market share to genre type, from sales to streams. Click and see how the industry has changed!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 8th
In this week’s Music Biz wrap up, we discuss this week’s radio show guest and go deep into the week’s Spotify streaming chart. It’s heavy and intelligent. Click, just for the heckuvit.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 1st
In this great Music Biz 101 weekly recap, you get access to great insight about +1 Records, 300 Entertainment, Brave New Radio, artist management, and more! Oh, you must click right away!
Cinda da Silva of The Rocks Management: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Cindy da Silva of The Rocks Management is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. She tell us how to bring a Zombie back to life! Without irony, stream it live!
300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson, who is Head of Business & Legal Affairs, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to stream it live and learn a thang or two!
The Ticketmaster Scandal
Ticketmaster has been accused of helping scalpers and receiving profits from jacked up prices. What does this mean for the industry? We dig in and take a looksee. Click!
When 300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson Came To WPU
(From L to R: 300 Entertainment’s Mark Robinson, WPU’s Dr. Steve Marcone, and WPU’s Professor David Kirk Philp) On September 20, 2018, the head of Legal and Business Affairs at 300 Entertainment, Mark Robinson, made his first visit to William Paterson University as the Music & Entertainment Industry program’s 2018/2019 […]
Ben Gross of GENIUS: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ben Gross, Chief Strategy Officer of GENIUS is the guest on this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show. Click to stream the show live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of September 17th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we learn all about the live biz from a special Live Nation report. We have access to an excellent interview with Spotify’s chief boss, Daniel Ek. We see who this week’s radio guest will be. And much more. Click!
The Power of Live
Click and read a Live Nation white paper, which explains how concert and festival fans feel about the live experience. It’s a good read, so read it!
Scooter Braun – Ariana Grande/Justin Beiber Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Scooter Braun, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and manager of Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Tori Kelly and more, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. In this special episode, Braun talks about what drives him, making deals, and much more. You should listen! Click to stream it live.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of September 3rd
In this week’s Music Biz wrap up, we learn all about Rolling Stones manager Joyce Smith. There are lessons for all of us. So click, read, and be awesome.
Read: How To Manage The Rolling Stones
Click to read this recap of an interview with Joyce Smith, manager of the Rolling Stones since 2010. There are lessons for up and coming managers, so read!
What Aretha Franklin’s Legacy Can Mean To You
Aretha Franklin’s passing can provide opportunity for her heirs and also for those in the DIY music space. Here are ways to sell more tickets to your gigs. Click!
Matthew Adell – Chief Digital Officer, Native Instruments: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Matthew Adell, Chief Digital Officer of Native Instruments, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream it live! It’s gonna be a good one!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 23rd
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we focus on High Time Management, which will blow your mind. That’s what ex-bakers can do. Please click. Huh?
Marieke Bianchi of Warner Music Nashville: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
In this episode, Marieke Bianchi, Vice President, Marketing & Strategic Partnerships at Warner Music Nashville, talks about working with artists and managers, the “sales” part of her job, and the importance of communication among all parties. Click!!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 16th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we give you the 411 about how Patreon is making money for creators, Cardi B’s lawsuit, 21st century music industry jobs, and more. Please click. Huh?
Indie Artist Josh Taerk & Promotions Manager Jerry Lambo: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
This episode, recorded on location in Nashville, features special guests singer/songwriter Josh Taerk & music business consultant Jerry Lembo. Guest host Matthew Kerr joins as we talk about life as an indie-artist. We also get to listen to Josh’s single “Learning To Let Go.” Click!
Music Biz 101 & More Live In Nashville! This Week’s Radio Show
Click to listen to a Nashville-based live episode of Music Biz 101 & More, featuring guests from Spotify, SESAC, Dream Hotels, and more!
Matt Hunter – “Dicen” Artist: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Special guest Matt Hunter speaks about the release of “Dicen,” his collaboration with Lele Pons, his path to success, and those that have helped him out in his career. Click to listen and learn all about this rising star.
Dream Hotel’s Rohit Anand: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Rohit Anand, VP of Brand Activation at Dream Hotel Group, fills us in on what a hotel has to do with the music & entertainment industry. Click & stream!
William Paterson University’s Music Biz Program Named One Of America’s Best
Billboard Magazine officially announced its top 2018 music business programs on June 27th, and William Paterson’s undergraduate and MBA Music & Entertainment Industries programs received this national recognition. Click to read!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 2nd
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, a link to lots of 21st century music industry jobs, Ethiopia Habtemariam’s ascent at Motown, and more. Click and grow!
Former Jeff Buckley Manager, Dave Lory: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, “Jeff Buckley – From Hallelujah To The Last Goodbye” author Dave Lory, who was also Buckley’s manager, talks about why he wrote the book, why you should care, what kind of artist manager he was, what kind of artist Jeff Buckley was, and more. Click!
Is Spotify Playing Fair With Its Data?
Click to read this article questioning the questions surrounding Spotify’s announcement to sign direct deals with artists and managers. It’s important, so give this a good once-over.
Memory Lane Publishing VP Heather Trussell Butsch: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
In this episode, Memory Lane Music Publishing VP Heather Trussell Butsch talks about trends in music publishing, drafting licensing agreements, and more. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 25th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we learn about a publisher that’s investing in a label deal. We read about Spotify’s new controversial investments. And more. Click!
Journey’s Jonathan Cain: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Journey’s Jonathan Cain speaks about the business around Journey and his other band, Bad English. He talks about bad merch deals, songwriting revenue, dealing with band members when the news isn’t so good, and more. Click!
Universal Music Group VP Todd Goodwin: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
This week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest is Todd Goodwin, VP of their College Marketing and Lifestyle/Experiential area. His compatriot, Frank Hill, also joins us. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 18th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we get into net neutrality, or its absence. We talk Scooter Braun, Warner Music U, and more. Click and be in the know!
Matthew Adell – Native Instruments: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Matthew Adell, Chief Digital Officer of Native Instruments talks about Sounds.com, his thoughts on music technology, the modern music producer, and more. Click and give a good, hard listen.
Florida Georgia Line Manager Seth England: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Seth England, manager of Florida Georgia Line and principal at Big Loud, which recently signed Mason Ramsey, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More guest! Click to stream it all!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 11th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we get some lessons straight from Scooter Braun. We learn about YouTubers, Concord Music, and more. Click!
Lessons From Scooter Braun, Part I
Based upon our lengthy Music Biz 101 & More radio show/podcast interview with Scooter Braun, we came up with some lessons students of the music & entertainment industry can learn. Click and read. Which ones are new to you?
Scooter Braun: The Art of the Deal
Here are three key negotiating tips from entrepreneur/music manager Scooter Braun that can help others make better deals. Click. Read. Listen.
“Dicen” Artist Matt Hunter: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
This week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show features Universal Latino recording artist Matt Hunter. Matt’s “Dicen” has amassed almost 40 million YouTube views in a month. How? And how did he get his collaboration with LeLe Pons? Click. Listen. Learn.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 4th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we learn more about mega-entrepreneur/manager Scooter Braun. We receive access to articles on the man who formerly curated Spotify’s Rap Caviar playlist. We read an interview with Skyline Artist Agency’s Bruce Houghton. And much more. Click and be better!
Scooter Braun: The Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this live episode recorded in Nashville at Music Biz 2018, entrepreneur and music manager (of Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Tori Kelly…) Scooter Braun speaks about the Manchester bombing, working hard, family and work life balance. And much more. Click and listen!
Bandzoogle Interview with Bruce Houghton, Skyline Artist Agency
Bruce Houghton, founder of Skyline Artist Agency, spoke at a webinar recently from the perspective of a booking agent. Click and read to understand what he’s looking for and what DIY artists can do to get on an booking agent’s radar.
Scooter Braun – Ariana Grande/Justin Beiber Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Scooter Braun, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and manager of Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Tori Kelly and more, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. In this special episode, Braun talks about what drives him, making deals, and much more. You should listen! Click to stream it live.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of May 28th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we write about our Scooter Braun interview, give you access to an interview with Matt Hunter, who’s “Dicen” with LeLe Pons has over 29 million YouTube views, and more. Just click, why don’t ya.
Watch – I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies
William Paterson University’s music biz program produced “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies” in April, 2018. Featuring Taylor Dayne, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, MTV’s Mark Goodman, and others, the show raised over $12,600 for scholarships. Click to watch!
Listen – Music Biz 101 & More Live In Nashville!
In this live podcast recorded in Nashville at Music Biz 2018, a panel of industry vets, including Zombies manager Cindy DaSilva, Dream Hotels VP Ronit Anand, SESAC’s Shannan Hatch, and Spotify’s John Butler, talks about why their jobs aren’t 9 to 5 and what they do that nobody thinks they do.
Former Jeff Buckley Manager Dave Lory: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Click to stream this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show and hear former Jeff Buckley manager, Dave Lory, talk about his new book about the late-star, tell some untold stories, and explain how to manage during a crisis.
Olivia Management’s Erin Anderson: Music Business 101 & More Podcast
This episode, recorded on location in Nashville, features special guest Erin O. Anderson, the owner of Olivia Management based in Nashville, TN. She talks about what made her decided to quit her job at Amazon, why she doesn’t use a contract for her artists, and why she thinks education is important. Click!
Roy LaManna – CEO and Co-Founder of Vydia: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
This episode, recorded on location in Nashville, features special guest Roy LaManna, the Co-Founder and CEO of Vydia along with Jenna Gaudio, the VP of Product Management for Vydia. Listen in to learn!
Darryl Ballantyne – CEO and Co-Founder of LyricFind: MusicBiz 101 & More Podcast
This episode, recorded on location in Nashville, features special guest, Darryl Ballantyne, the CEO and Co-Founder of LyricFind which licenses and synchronizes lyrics to companies like Amazon, Google, Apple, and many more. Click to listen!
SiriusXM’s Lori Majewski: The Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Music Biz 101 & More is the only radio show in America that focuses on the business side of the music & entertainment worlds. In this podcast, SiriusXM’s Lori Majewski talks about the shows she hosts, her “Mad World” book, how she turned her passion into a career, and her complete love of 1980s music. Click!
300 Entertainment’s Selim Bouab: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Selim Bouab, 300 Entertainment’s SVP of A&R, is this week’s Music Biz 01 & More radio show guest. What does he do? Can I do that too? Will he sign me? What kind of deal will I get? We’ll get answers. You have to listen. Or tweet us. Click for all the info, including how to stream it live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of May 7th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we give you interviews with folks who created the Mountain Jam and Taste of Country festivals (that’s one guy) and who are involved with artist-curated festivals (other guys). Plus links to some cool reads you need. Click and read.
300 Entertainment’s Sr. VP Mark Robinson – The Interview
Mark Robinson, Sr. VP of Business and Legal Affairs at 300 Entertainment, visited William Paterson University’s 2018 Music Management Seminar Series on April 24, 2018. Click to watch this video interview conducted by SiriusXM’s Steve Leeds.
Larry Mestel, Primary Wave Music – The Interview
Larry Mestel of Primary Wave Music sat down with SiriusXM’s Steve Leeds for an interview in April, 2018. Wanna see it? Just click and you can!
Live $ Vs. Streaming $ – Which Comes First?
Live music is not a growth industry anymore. It has matured and its gains come more from higher ticket prices now than incrementally more tickets sold. So if streaming is on the rise, and it is, can recorded music catch up? Click to find out.
Journey’s Jonathan Cain: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Journey’s Jonathan Cain, who’s written or co-written HUGE hits like “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Faithfully,” and “Separate Ways,” is this week’s radio show guest. We’ll talk the business of Journey and all about his new book. Click to stream it live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of April 30th
Here’s your Music Biz 101 wrap up, featuring articles about the Music Modernization Act, creating and promoting your own live concerts, an upcoming interview with Journey’s Jonathan Cain, and more. Click and read!
The Halfway Modern Music Modernization Act
Global Music Revenues Grew By $1.4 Billion In 2017
2017 was a good year for music, especially streaming, with global revenue growth. The recorded music industry has recovered to almost its 2008 levels, which, if you understand the fall the post-Napster industry took starting around 2001, is very, very good news. Click to read!
DeDe Burns of Royalty Exchange: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
DeDe Burns, Director of Strategic Services at Royalty Exchange, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. She’ll explain the role of Royalty Exchange and her everyday exploits in the industry. Click to stream live!
Liz Lewis, Warner Bros. Records VP: This Week’s Music Biz Radio Show
Liz Lewis, Warner Bros. Records VP Creative Synch for Advertising & Gaming, guests on this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show. What does she do? How does she do it? Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of April 16th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we talk about the need for a proper will, the evolution of windowing, the profit made from our ’80s show, and much more. Please. Do the right thing. Click.
Primary Wave Music’s CEO Larry Mestel Visits WPU
Larry Mestel, president of Primary Wave Music, visited William Paterson University’s 2018 Music Management Seminar Series on April 3, 2018. Here are the great notes you want to read.
SiriusXM’s Lori Majewski Wants You At “I Want My ’80s” Night
Lori Majewski, ’80s book author and SiriusXM on air personality, explains in video form why you’d be foolish to skip “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies” concert fundraiser on Friday, April 6th. Click, watch the video, and buy your tickets. Don’t make us find you! Do this!
SiriusXM’s Lori Majewski: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
SiriusXM on air personality Lori Majewski is this week’s radio show guest. She’ll talk about how to turn your passion into a career. Plus, why is she co-hosting this year’s “I Want My ’80s” show? Click to stream live!
How To Make Money From Local Shows – This Week’s Music Biz Recap
In this week’s Music Biz 101 recap, we speak about how YOU can make money from local shows. If you’re a DIY artist, you’ll want to read this and steal as many ideas as you can. Plus, an interview with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, from Run DMC. Click!
Mark Goodman Wants You At I Want My ’80s Night
Mark Goodman, original MTV VJ, explains on video why YOU need to attend “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies” concert fundraiser on Friday, April 6th. Click, watch the video, and buy your tickets. Do it, silly person. Do it!
James Donio & Dave Revels – Tonight’s Radio Show Guests
Tonight’s radio show guests include Music Biz president James Donio and Dave Revels, band leader of The Persuasions. Tune in at 8pm to hear some inspiring words about Music Biz 2018 in Nashville and how a group survives after the loss of a member. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of March 26th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we give you feedback about Facebook and why you should care. There’s info about the social media habits of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School survivors. Plus an artist manager interview and more. Click!
Alex Fletcher of Fletcher Artist Management: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Alex Fletcher, the big boss man of Fletcher Artist Management, talks about the Classical music industry. How is a manager dealing with “classical” vocalists different from a manager who deals with “mainstream” artists? Are all Classical vocalists divas? Click and listen!
A Visit From Colleen Theis, COO of The Orchard
Colleen Theis, COO of The Orchard, visited William Paterson University’s Music Entertainment Industries program on March 20, 2018 as part of the Music Management Seminar Series. Click to read notes taken during the discussion.
Orchard COO Colleen Theis Visits WPU March 20th
Orchard COO Colleen Theis visits William Paterson University Tuesday, March 20, 2018 as part of the 2018 Music Management Seminar Series. Click to see where, what time, and how you can participate.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of March 19th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we talk about troubles between ASCAP and one of its former songwriters. We delve into bankruptcies and financial difficulties. We give you a great podcast with Rob Fusari. And much more. Please click and be happy!
Entertainment Industry Economic Problems From Last Week
Last week, we saw bankruptcies and financial difficulties from iHeart Media, Third Man Records, Toys R Us, and Gibson Guitars. What can we learn from these companies for our personal careers and the artists we manage? Click!
Grammy Winner Rob Fusari: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this special two-hour episode, Grammy Award-winning songwriter/producer Rob Fusari talks about his biggest musical influences of the ’80s. From how Van Halen’s David Lee Roth influenced his work with Lady Gaga to the guitar riff in “Bootylicious,” the stories and lessons are fun, interesting and important. Click and listen!
Run DMC’s Darryl McDaniels Added To “I Want My ’80s” Lineup
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, formerly of Run DMC, has been added to the “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies” lineup. Also featured are Taylor Dayne, The Waitresses guitarist/songwriter Chris Butler, Grammy winner Rob Fusari, and emcees Mark Goodman and Lori Majewski. Click for details!
Michael Harrington & Net Neutrality: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Dr. Michael Harrington discusses net neutrality, or the absence of net neutrality, and what that means for the music industry. He talks about his work as an expert witness at copyright infringement trials and much more. Click and listen!
TODAY AT NOON!! Grammy Winner Rob Fusari – Our Radio Show Guest
Tune in or stream live today’s special Music Biz 101 & More radio show, which features an interview with Grammy Award-winning songwriter/producer Rob Fusari. From noon to 2pm EST. Do it!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of March 12th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we read about Facebook’s new deal with the Warner Music Group, question who will benefit most from Spotify’s IPO, alert you to a special Noon radio show on Tuesday, and more. Click!
WMG Comes To WPU Today!
The Warner Music Group (WMG) comes to WPU (William Paterson University) on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 to give an information session to students interested in the music & entertainment industry. You know what? You should go.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of March 5th
In this Music Biz 101 Wrap Up, we give you a great interview with Q Prime’s Peter Mensch, Pandora’s strategies to take on traditional radio, information about a great ’80s show, and much more. Oh, just click!
Chris Roslan of Roslan & Campion PR: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Chris Roslan, President of Roslan & Campion PR, talks about working with clients, dealing with negative publicity, strategies if a client is accused of sexual harassment, and more. You’ve got to click and listen!
Alex Fletcher of Fletcher Artists Management This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Alex Fletcher of Fletcher Artist Management guests on this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show. Click to stream it live – or listen to Brave New Radio 88.7FM. You really should.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of February 27th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, all the sexual harassment news you can handle, why Black Panther’s marketing is so great, and how the tint of one’s skin color can determine an artist’s success. Click.
Tidal CEO Richard Sanders Headlines February 27th Music Management Seminar
Richard Sanders, CEO of music streaming service Tidal, will be the featured guest of Professor Steve Leeds and the 2018 Music Management Seminar Series on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. The interview will begin at 8PM. The series is free and open to the public.
Indie Radio Promoters Elena Lanza & Lucas Prata: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, independent radio promoters Lucas Prata and Elena Lanza speak about how DIY bands can potentially get their songs on the radio, the importance of hard work, and more. You’ve got to click and listen!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of February 19th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we focus on how artists make money when their music is played at the Olympics. Plus, strategies to take advantage of Amazon’s Alexa, goal-setting vs. system setting, and a link to an amazing Quincy Jones interview. Click, mmmkay?
Taylor Dayne Headlines “I Want My ’80s: The Best Of MTV’s Ladies”
I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Ladies music show rocks the Shea Center for Performing Arts on Friday, April 6th at 7:30 PM. Join emcees Mark Goodman (original MTV VJ) and Lori Majewski (SiriusXM) as they host an evening celebrating the best female artists of the early-MTV era.
Music Biz Goes To 2018 Music Biz In The Music City, Part II
The William Paterson University Music Biz program is heading back to Nashville for a third consecutive year. If you’re a WP student and want more information about this 2-credit summer class, go to our February 20th information session. Click for details!
Tom Silverman, Tommy Boy Entertainment CEO, Visits WPU
Tommy Boy Entertainment CEO Tom Silverman visited William Paterson University on Tuesday, February 13th as part of the 2018 Music Management Seminar Series. This post presents key notes based upon his musings about the current state of the music and entertainment industry. Click!
John Boulos – Atlantic Records Executive VP: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, John Boulos, Executive VP of Promotion for Atlantic Records, talks about how songs get added to radio, payola, and more. You’ve got to click and listen!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of February 12th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we focus on marketing to Generation Z. Know anything about them? Well, you will now. Plus, an interview with John Boulos of Atlantic Records and a link to an amazing Quincy Jones interview. Click, mmmkay?
Did Spotify Hack My Spotify Account?
Expert Witness Michael Harrington: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Expert witness and music business attorney Michael Harrington is this week’s radio show guest. We’ll discuss Net Neutrality, his role in the recent Public Domain case of “We Shall Overcome,” and more! Click!!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of February 5th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we focus on influencer marketing. What is it? How does it work? How has it failed? Plus, an interview with newly crowned Co-President of RCA Records, Joe Riccitelli. Click, mmmkay?
John Boulos of Atlantic Records: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
John Boulos, VP of Promotion for Atlantic Records, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. How do songs get on the radio? How does a label decide its priorities? It’s all here, so click to hear it live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of January 29th
This week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up includes sales techniques you can use for your career, an interesting thought on the 2018 Grammy awards, and more. Just click!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Stephen Schloss – Shawn Mendes Tour Manager
Stephen Schloss, Shawn Mendes Tour Manager, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Joe Riccitelli Named Co-President RCA Records
William Paterson graduate, Joe Riccitelli, has been named Co-President of RCA Records. Click to listen to our 2016 interview with Joe. He’s well deserving of this gig!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of January 22nd
This week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up includes ways to overcome the low energy we feel in the afternoon, how to make ourselves indispensable at work, a new podcast, and more. Just click!
Managing Your Band Featured On A Big Podcast
The authors of Managing Your Band – 6th Edition, Dr. Stephen Marcone (aka Esteban Marcone) and David Philp (aka Professor David Kirk Philp), were recently interviewed on Graham Rowe’s Entertainment Business podcast. Listen and learn stuff at no cost to you (‘cept some time).
Cyber PR’s Ariel Hyatt: This Week’s Radio Show Guest (Repeat)
Ariel Hyatt, of Cyber PR and author of “Social Media Tuneup,” is this week’s radio show guest. She’ll talk about how bands can break through the clutter to improve their chances of success. Click to stream (this repeat) live!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Angelica Cob-Baehler: The Firm
Angelica Cob-Baehler, head of music at The Firm, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Music Biz Going Back To Music Biz In 2018
Music Biz Going Back To Music Biz In 2018 That’s right! For a third consecutive year, William Paterson University’s Music Biz folks are going to the Music Biz 2018 in Nashville. You can go with us! Just sign up for the summer class called The Nashville Music Biz. We have […]
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Dom Anderson – Muse Tour Manager
Dom Anderson, Muse Tour Manager, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Ben Weinman – Dillinger Escape Plan Guitarist/Kimbra Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ben Weinman, guitarist & band leader of Dillinger Escape Plan, head of indie label Party Smasher, Inc. and Kimbra manager, is this week’s radio show guest! Click to listen live.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 25th
In this final Music Biz 101 Wrap Up of 2017, we look into whether Christmas music helps or hurts business, the Russian Rap music scene, how a 90 year old author gets her energy, and we get some tips from Muse Tour Manager Dom Anderson. Click!!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Mike Mowery – Outer Loop Management
Mike Mowery of Washington DC’s Outer Loop Management explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click and grow like a weed!
Adam Ritchie of Adam Ritchie Brand Direction: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Adam Ritchie, of Adam Ritchie Branding, talks about marketing your band and making connections. In this case, he explains how he connected his band, The Lights Out, with a local brewery, to create a cool promotion that sold both beer and music.
Music Biz 101 & More Live! – This Week’s Radio Show!!
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Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 18th
In this Music Biz 101 wrap up, we offer info about why Disney bought FOX, how Amanda Palmer’s business mind works, a great podcast, and more. Click!
Cyber PR’s Ariel Hyatt: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Ariel Hyatt of Cyber PR talks about how publicity has changed in the digital age, what DIY artists need to think as they try to create their social media “voice,” and how publicists can turn into artist managers. Click and listen for some PR 101.
Music Millennium’s Terry Currier: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Terry Currier, owner of Portland, Oregon’s music retailer store called Music Millennium, talks about how he stays in business, the battle against Napster, the strength (and origins) or Record Store Day, and much more. Click and listen to get some music retail 101.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of December 11th
In this Music Biz 101 wrap up, we look into a Melanie Martinez fan’s conflicting feelings post-rape allegations. We see the Shazam deal and the SONGS/Kobalt publishing deal. And there’s much more. Click!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Matt Young – Warner Music Artist Services
Matt Young, EVP at Warner Music Artist Services, explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
What Happens When Your Favorite Artist Is Accused Of Sexual Misconduct?
Each day, we are hearing new allegations of sexual misconduct by politicians, business leaders, actors, and musicians. How has this changed your opinions about those people? Click and let us know.
Jay Van Dyke, Formerly of The Lumineers: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Jay Van Dyke, formerly of The Lumineers, discusses his split with the band and the legalities of being in a band. His pal Henry Prol in new band, Head Cheerleader, also joins the discussion about making it as a band while juggling family and “real world” responsibilities. Give a listen, huh?
Live Nation’s Sean Striegel: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Sean Striegel, VP of Live Nation in NYC, talks about promoting shows big and small, using Groupon, what promoters actually do, concert security, and more. You’ve got to listen so you can get that Promotion 101 info.
Ben Weinman – Dillinger Escape Plan/Kimbra Manager: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, Ben Weinman of Dillinger Escape Plan and Giraffe Tongue Orchestra (he’s also the manager of Kimbra), talks about life on the road, self-managing his band, and more. You’ve got to click and listen!
Indie Radio Promoters Elena Lanza & Lucas Prata: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
Elena Lanza and Lucas Prata, two independent radio promotion veterans, are this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guests. Have questions? Tweet away! We’ll read them on the air (if they’re good!)
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of November 27th
This week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up includes what’s going on with the radio industry vs. Global Music Rights PRO, an interview with HBO’s CEO, & more. Click!
Reaction: Old Taylor Swift Fans Denounce Her Current Pop Persona
Your Professor David Kirk Philp was quoted (again) about Taylor Swift and her switch from country to pop. Why the obsession? And what’s next for Ms. Swift? Click to read.
Reaction: Like It Or Not, Taylor Swift Is On To Something With Her Streaming Strategy
If you didn’t know (or care), Taylor Swift’s new album, Reputation, is not available on streaming services, like Spotify and Apple Music. Instead, you need to buy physical product or download it. Why? Click to understand it all.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of November 20th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we talk at length about the Entercom/CBS Radio merger, give you a good link to an interview with the dudes from Candyshop Management, and more. Click!
The Entercom/CBS Radio Merger: What Does It Mean For You?
There was an Entercom/CBS Radio merger last week which may affect you more than you know. What should you read into this? Click for comments from radio vets and some interesting commentary.
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Joe Conyers III – Songtrust & Downtown Music
Songtrust GM/Downtown Music Publishing VP Joe Conyers III explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Jay Van Dyke, Formerly of The Lumineers: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Jay Van Dyke, formerly of The Lumineers, is this week’s radio show guest. Jay and Henry Prol, both of Head Cheerleader, will talk music biz and wow you! Someone like you should click to stream it live!
Don Nottingham – Artist/Attorney/Straight No Chaser: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode of the Music Biz 101 & More podcast, Don Nottingham, talks about his experience in an a capella group Straight No Chaser, discovered on Youtube by Atlantic Records, and examines the Middle Class of musicians. Click to listen!
Managing Your Band Interview With Marcone & Philp
Want to hear a cool interview about artist management with the authors of Managing Your Band? Yes, you do. Click here and hear it all. You’ll be happy.
An Interview With Public Relations Vet George Dassinger
Click and read an interesting feature about George Dassinger, a veteran rock music public relations dude. He talks about his career and new charity work. Did we say click? We’re asking again.
Cyber PR’s Ariel Hyatt: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ariel Hyatt, of Cyber PR and author of “Social Media Tuneup,” is this week’s radio show guest. She’ll talk about how bands can break through the clutter to improve their chances of success. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of November 6th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, music publishing news, SoundExchange news, a cool podcast about managing your band, and more. Click!!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Joe Riccitelli – RCA Records GM
RCA Records GM Joe Riccitelli explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Meet the Managers Steering the Careers of Madonna, U2, & More
Many top artist managers either run large companies that represent multiple artists or, like in the article inside this link, are a collection of companies that join forces to represent top artists. Click and learn how it all works.
Music Millennium’s Terry Currier – This Week’s Radio Guest
Music Millennium’s Terry Currier, who has owned this award-winning “record” retail store since 1969, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to stream this interview live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 30th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 Wrap Up, click on articles dealing with what Pink is doing differently to promote her new album, sexual harassment in country music, how management companies work, and more! Do it!
Pink’s New Secret Weapon? Visiting Spotify Around The World
Traditionally, an artist promoting a new album would visit radio stations, doing interviews on the air and charming executives with stories, autographs, and photo ops. Pink is doing something different. Click!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Thomas Leavens – Music Business Attorney
Music business attorney Thomas Leavens explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Adam Ritchie – Brand Builder & Guitarist: This Week’s Radio Guest
Adam Ritchie, The Lights Out guitarist and head of Adam Ritchie Brand Direction – this week’s Music Biz 101 & More guest. He’ll talk bands, brands & beer. Click!
WP Music Biz Program Visits Atlantic Records & The Warner Music Group
The WP Music Biz program visited the Warner Music Group and Atlantic Records on Friday, Rocktober 20th. Click to see all of the images from the day.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 23rd
From packaging beer & brands to musicians & depression, from cool news from the Warner Music Group to Billboard’s 40 Under 40, it’s your music biz wrap up.
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Melissa King – Tour & Production Manager (Weird Al/Scorpions)
Tour/Production Manager Melissa King, who’s worked with Weird Al and The Scorpions, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 16th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, you’ll learn about how you might have a shot at getting signed by Atlantic, how to make it in Asia, what you should do on Monday, Rocktober 16th, and much more. Click!
Eric Jacobson – The Music Industry Lawyer: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Erin Jacobson, who is The Music Industry Lawyer, talks in this podcast about band agreements, Spotify payments, interns & sexual harassment, and much more. Click!
Sean Striegel – Live Nation Sr. VP: This Week’s Radio Guest
Sean Striegel, Senior VP of Live Nation NY/NJ, comes in to talk about the local concert scene and how bands can get connected to agents. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 9th
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we point you toward Tom Petty contract disputes, Las Vegas concert security, label services, inspiration, and more! Click!!
Music Biz 101 & More Live Panel: Come & Network On Rocktober 16th
William Paterson University’s Music & Entertainment Organization has announced their third annual Music Biz 101 & More Live Panel and Networking event. You should go! It’s on Monday, Rocktober 16th. Need more details? Click!!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Matthew Knowles – Former Beyoncé Manager
Former Beyoncé manager, Matthew Knowles, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Ryan Star – Singer/Songwriter/Stationhead Co-Founder: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Recording artist Ryan Star talks about how his career led to the co-founding of Stationhead in this Music Biz 101 & More podcast. Click!
Ben Weinman – Dillinger Escape Plan Guitarist/Kimbra Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Ben Weinman, guitarist & band leader of Dillinger Escape Plan, head of indie label Party Smasher, Inc. and Kimbra manager, is this week’s radio show guest! Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of Rocktober 2nd
In this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, we focus on the state of the radio industry. Do you listen – ever? Here’s what’s wrong. And how to improve it. Click!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Alana Mulford (Rick Springfield’s Management Co.)
Alana Mulford, who works with Rick Springfield’s management company, explains what she thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. Click!
Stephen Dallas – VP of Digital Legal Affairs at Warner/Chappell: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, Stephen Dallas, VP of Digital Legal Affairs and Business Development at Warner/Chappell Music, talks about publishing in the 21st century, streaming deals, and much more. Oh, just click!!!
Erin Jacobson – The Music Industry Lawyer: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Erin Jacobson, the Music Business Lawyer, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. She’ll talk legal perils for the DIY artist. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of September 25
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, with links to an inspirational video that will put your career in perspective. Plus – more Taylor Swift biz stuff! Click.
Win Warner Music Group Stuff – NOW!!
Want to win some cool stuff from the Warner Music Group? Click and see how easy it is! Go on. It won’t hurt at all.
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Thomas Leavens – Music Business Attorney
Music business attorney Thomas Leavens explains what he thinks the most important aspect of the biz an artist manager needs to know. You should click now.
Singer/Songwriter/App Developer Ryan Star – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
This week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest is Ryan Star, a singer/songwriter who’s recorded for both Atlantic and Island Records. He is also a Stationhead app co-developer. Some in the biz say this may be the next big thing. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of September 18
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from the Polish band Decapitated getting arrested to Spotify creating alternative facts to a cool podcast. Click and be amazed!!
What The Heck Is Spotify Arguing About?
Spotify just settled a lawsuit because they didn’t pay the proper licenses. But the settlement is being questioned and Spotify is now creating alternative facts. What’s going on? And how much money are we talking? Click to understand.
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Alex Fletcher – Fletcher Artist Management
Alex Fletcher, classical artist manager at Fletcher Artist Management, explains the single most important aspect of the music industry an artist manager needs to understand. Click to read his ideas.
What’s Wrong With The Movie Business?
Thoughts on the problems of the 2017 movie business and Disney’s new streaming service. Will it have a chance in a world of Netflix and Hulu? Click.
Stephen Dallas – VP at Warner/Chappell Music: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Stephen Dallas, VP of Digital Legal Affairs and Business Development at Warner/Chappell Music, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. It’s a big title. Somebody has to explain it. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of September 11
From new streaming services in the movie business to thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new marketing plan, it’s your weekly Music Biz 101 Wrap Up. Give a click so your brain can grow!
Thoughts On Taylor Swift’s Master Plan, Part II
Your Professor Philp was requested to answer a number of questions for an article in BuzzFeed about Taylor Swift. Click to see Part II of the original Q&A!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Chris Hufford – Courtyard Management/Radiohead
Chris Hufford, of Courtyard Management and Radiohead, explains the single most important aspect of the music industry an artist manager needs to understand. Click!
Brian Schechter, Current Palisades & Former My Chemical Romance Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Brian Schechter, original manager of My Chemical Romance and current manager of Palisades, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live!
Thoughts On Taylor Swift’s Master Plan, Part I
Your Professor David Kirk Philp was requested to answer a number of questions for an article in BuzzFeed about Taylor Swift. Click to see the original Q&A!
What Does A Manager Need To Know? Jim Runge – Tour Manager, The Black Keys
Jim Runge, Tour Manager for The Black Keys, explains the single most important aspect of the music industry an artist manager needs to understand. Click!
Nashville Songwriter Calynn Green – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Calynn Green, Nashville-based singer/songwriter, joins Music Biz 101 & More in a wide-ranging interview about writing, process, and the business side. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of August 28
In this week’s wrap up, lots of information about music festivals – mainly how NOT to run a festival. Plus, more music biz news you need to know. Now click!
John Boulos – EVP of Roadrunner Promotion/Atlantic Records: Your 2017-2018 Resident Expert
John Boulos, music industry veteran and EVP of Roadrunner Promotion/Atlantic Records, will be the Resident Expert of the William Paterson University Music & Entertainment Industries for the 2017-2018 academic year. Click for more.
How Did Tim McGraw’s “Humble And Kind” Become A Hit? – This Week’s Radio Show
This week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show features James Stewart, the marketing director behind Tim McGraw’s hit “Humble And Kind.” Click to stream!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of August 21
From Wolf Warrior 2 (a big Chinese action film) to entrepreneur/rappers, from Apple in Hollywood to Bots on Broadway, here’s your Music Biz 101 wrap up. Click for all!
Reaction: In China, An Action Hero Beats Box Office Records (And Arrogant Westerners)
The action hero of China’s Wolf Warrior 2 looks and feels a lot like the action heroes of American films. But guess who’s bad in this one? Click.
Former Pink Floyd Manager Peter Jenner – Tonight’s Radio Show Guest
Peter Jenner, former manager of Pink Floyd and the Clash, talks on this week’s radio show. It’s a wild, funny interview and he has a funny accent. Click and be happy!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of August 14
Here’s your weekly wrap up, from some words of wisdom of Radiohead’s manager to how to get started managing and more! You should click right around now.
Q&A – I Was Asked To Manage Someone. How Do I Get Started?
A guy in the esports gaming world was asked to manage some gamers. He knew it could be like managing a band, but where to start? Click for our answer.
Reaction: Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen Just Doesn’t Get It (Or Does He?)
In a recent interview, Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen complained that his royalties aren’t the same as in the past. We did the math. It ain’t pretty. Click.
Reaction: New Streaming Payout Analysis
What kind of streaming payout can you get from Spotify or YouTube? This new analysis breaks it down. You may be surprised at the results. Click!
Tour Manager Charity Lomax – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Charity Lomax, who has been the tour manager for The Eagles, Van Halen, Christina Aguilera, and more, tells us everything you need to know about this job! You MUST listen to this one!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of August 7
Here’s the best Music Biz 101 Wrap Up you could want this week, featuring streaming payouts, royalty auctions, Def Leppard’s “Hysteria” history & More! Oh, please click.
Reaction: ‘See You Again’ Backup Singer Auctions Off Royalties
If you were a backup singer on ‘See You Again,’ how would you make money? Click and read this to understand the process of auctioning off royalties to performance or songwriting royalties.
Managing Your Band: The Harvey Leeds Interview
Southside Johnny manager Harvey Leeds talks about his years at Epic Records, how he got to manage Southside Johnny, contracts vs. handshakes, and more. Click! Presented by Managing Your Band: 6th Edition.
Indie Artist SaulPaul & Warner’s Alix Kram: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
SaulPaul, “artist with a message,” and Alix Kram, VP at Warner Artist Music Services, offer thoughts and advice about today’s music industry. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 31
Here’s the best Music Biz 101 Wrap Up ever, featuring lessons and tips about financing films, Donald Glover & Atlanta, Managing Your Band, & More! Click!
Managing Your Band: The Dave Lory Interview
Click to hear Dave Lory talk about managing difficult artists, his time managing Jeff Buckley and Courtney Love, and how DIY artists can help themselves.
Reaction: Even ‘Big’ Artists Don’t Have Control Over Their Labels
Have a pop hit today? Count your blessings, because once the fall begins, it may be faster than you’d hoped. Case Study: Iggy Azalea. Click to find out.
What Do Record Labels Look For When Hiring Interns?
If you want tips on how to get that internship with a record label, look no further than this article. These come straight from WMG – so click and make the most of this opportunity!!
WMG’s Katelyn Drozd: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Katelyn Drozd, Director of Talent Acquisition at the Warner Music Group (WMG), is this week’s radio show guest. How does one get a job there? Click & stream live!
Reaction: Live Nation Now Manages More Than 500 Artists Worldwide
Click and read to determine for yourself if Live Nation owning the managing companies of artists, is a conflict of interest or not for this massive promoter.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 24
Here’s your Music Biz 101 wrap up, including Johnny Depp’s money woes, Iggy Azaela’s label woes, Live Nation conflicts of interest, and more. Click!
Katelyn Drozd – Director, Talent Acquisition at Warner Music Group: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Katelyn Drozd, the Director of Talent Acquisition at Warner Music Group, is interviewed by Cory Ianuale, David Philp, and Dr. Steve Marcone for the Music Biz 101 & More Podcast on Brave New Radio. Click here to listen!
Managing Your Band: The Alex Kadvan Interview
Click and listen to Sleater/Kinney and St. Vincent manager Alex Kadvan talk about Alex’s agency, Lever and Beam, 360 deals, how he learned to become a personal manager, contracts, and much more.
WEA’s VP of Sales, Billy Fields: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Click to stream this week’s radio show, feature WEA VP of Sales Billy Fields. He gives us the goods on breaking into the biz and how to stay! It’s worth every second of your time.
Are Fake Spotify Artists Fake News?
Are Fake Spotify Artists Fake News? Click and read this article from The Guardian and check out our commentary on the topic. Mmmkay?
Video: Atlantic’s Julie Greenwald & Kelly Clarkson At Music Biz 2017
Watch this interview with Atlantic Records CEO Julie Greenwald and artist Kelly Clarkson from May, 2017’s Music Biz conference in Nashville. Do it!
Steve-O Robertson – Atlantic Records VP of A&R: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Listen Wednesday, July 12th, at 8PM EST to hear Atlantic Records VP of A&R Steve-O Robertson talk all about who they sign and why. It’s a must-listen! Click and stream!!
Managing Your Band: The Michael McDonald Interview
Click and listen to an exclusive interview with Of Monsters And Men/Phillip Phillips/Walk The Moon manager Michael McDonald. Presented by Managing Your Band – 6th Edition.
Your (Late!) Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of July 3
Here’s your late Music Biz 101 wrap up, which includes cool info about Spotify & Apple Music money, what you need to know about music biz law, and more. Click!!
Concord’s Grover Biery & Pandora’s Heather Ellis: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
Join Music Biz 101 & More tonight to hear interviews with Grover Biery, head of streaming at Concord Music, and Heather Ellis, manager of artist marketing at Pandora. Click to stream!
Managing Your Band: The Doc McGhee Interview
In this interview, presented by the book “Managing Your Band – 6th Edition,” legendary artist manager Doc McGhee talks about making the KISS run. Click!
Summerfest Talent Buyer David Silbaugh: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 26
Here’s what’s going on, from how we can stop cyber bullying to legendary drummer Carl Palmer to logo evolution. Oh, you must click, so do it!
Carl Palmer – World Renowned Drummer: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Are you a drummer? There is no way you’ll want to miss this podcast. Learn about the business of music from world renowned drummer Carl Palmer. Click!
Video: Spotify’s Troy Carter At Music Biz 2017
If you attended Music Biz 2017 in Nashville, you hopefully saw Spotify’s Troy Carter give a keynote interview. Whether you did or didn’t, we have video from it all. Click!
Inside The Weeknd’s $92 Million Year – Comments On A Forbes Feature
Streaming is everything now, at least for recorded music. Just ask The Weeknd. Wait, maybe Seger and Swift did. Click to read the details.
Drummer Carl Palmer And Manager Bruce Pilato: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
Our guests on this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show include artist manager Bruce Pilato and legendary drummer for ASIA and ELP, Carl Palmer. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 19
Here’s what’s going on, from The Weeknd to Brian Schechter to how to be a great music supervisor and more. Oh, you must click, so do it!
I’ve Got Some Money In My Pocket…
You’re in a band. You’ve been bequeathed some money from a member’s dad and another friend of the group. The money adds up to, oh, let’s say $15,000. They say, “Make an album, son.”
But should you?
Heather Ellis – Manager of Artist Marketing at Pandora: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode with Heather Ellis of Pandora, we learn about Pandora’s Artist Marketing Services, the hats a manager wears for an artist, and more! Click!!!
Janeen Shaitelman, WFUV Marketing Director: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Janeen Shaitelman, WFUV-FM Marketing and Promotions Director, talks about the role of public radio with music today, how bands can get airplay, how she connects her station to music festivals and concerts, and more. Click.
John Simson/Linda-Bloss Baum Talk SoundExchange: This Week’s Radio Show Guests
John Simson and Linda Bloss-Baum talk artist management and SoundExchange in this special two-guest edition of the Music Biz 101 & More radio show. Click to stream!
Grover Biery – Concord Music Group SVP of Digital Streaming: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Music Biz 101 & More hosts Philp & Marcone are joined by the Concord Music Group’s Grover Biery and student co-host, Jeff Sauerman, to talk the Black Keys, vinyl, streaming, and more.
Brian Schechter – Former My Chemical Romance/Current Palisades Manager:
Brian Schechter, former My Chemical Romance manager and current manager of Palisades, talks about the rise of My Chem, why he was fired, why he doesn’t have contracts between himself and his artists, what he does as a manager, and much, much more. Click!
Your Music Biz 101 & More Radio Show Summer Schedule
Here’s your Music Biz 101 & More radio show summer schedule, featuring guests from Pandora, the Warner Music Group, SoundExchange, SummerFest, and more! Click to see the entire list.
Don Nottingham – Former Straight No Chaser Vocalist: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Why did Don Nottingham leave Straight No Chaser? How do the guys in the group make decisions? Click to listen to Don tell all on this week’s radio show! Or click inside to get to the podcast.
Managing Your Band – 6th Edition: Available Now!
Managing Your Band – 6th Edition is available today, June 6, 2017. You MUST buy multiple copies because they’ll wear out with your laser vision. Click for the best way to purchase this future Pulitzer-winner collection of words and paragraphs.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of June 4
Click to read this week’s Music Biz 101 wrap up, including how to get gigs in NYC, where the NYC gigs disappeared, and how to write a press release.
John Simson – American University Executive in Residence: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Want to be an artist manager? An entertainment lawyer? A musician who has the business savvy to be successful in the industry? John Simson has done it all. Join us as we interview the man of many talents who also helped form SoundExchange in its beginning stages!
How To Be A Good Artist Manager? Watch Shep Gordon Speak
Shep Gordon was at the forefront of artist management in the late-1960s through the early-2000s. Watch two interviews and learn from the master. Click!
Brian Schechter, Current Palisades & Former My Chemical Romance Manager: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Brian Schechter, original manager of My Chemical Romance and current manager of Palisades, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live!
More Than Live Lost: The Manchester Music Business
The Manchester Music Business is taking more than just a hit from the Ariana Grande concert bombing and the 22 lives lost. Here’s how others are hurt by the attack.
Video Interview: Sean Striegel, Senior VP of Booking, Live Nation
Click to watch an interview with Sean Striegel, Sr. VP of Booking for Live Nation. Sean talks about bands, managers, promotion, and more.
Watch Irving Azoff Talk Publishing & Licensing
Janeen Shaitelman – Director of Marketing & Promotions, WFUV: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Janeen Shaitelman, Director of Marketing & Promotions at WFUV FM, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More guest. We’ll talk public radio, breaking in, and more! Click to stream live at 8PM.
Tom Mullen – Atlantic Records VP, Catalog Marketing: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Tom Mullen, new VP of Catalog Marketing for Atlantic Records, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of May 15th
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from dealing with student debt to Music Biz Nashville 2017. From the Cash Money story to social media influencers. Click, mmkay?
Todd Horn – ADA Vice President of International: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Todd Horn, VP of International for ADA, talks about breaking artists overseas, the data used to do so, what ADA is, and much more. Click to listen!
James Donio – Music Biz Association President: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Jim Donio, President of the Music Biz Association, talks about the 2017 Music Biz convention in Nashville, the change from a culture of purchasing music to “access,” and much more. Click!
Video Interview: Lori Majewski, Author of ‘Mad World: Songs That Defined The ’80s’
As part of the 2017 Music Management Seminar Series, Professor Steve Leeds (also of SiriusXM) interviewed Lori Majewski, a DJ on SiriusXM and author of Mad World: An Oral History of New Wave Artists and the Songs That Defined the ’80s.
Tony Phillips – WNYC’s VP of On Demand Content: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Tony Phillips, VP of On demand Content for WNYC, is this week’s radio show guest. We’ll talk about podcasting and the future of radio. Stream it live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of May 8th
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from Fyre Festival fallout to Merlin’s anger, from social media gone bad to life in a van. Click and read.
Two Stories Of Social Media Gone Way Too Far
Do My Songs Have To Be Hits?
Do my songs have to be hits? That depends on your definition of “hit.” What’s your genre? How great are your songs within that genre? Click to find out more.
Melissa DeGeorge of Kobalt Music: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Melissa DeGeorge, Manager of Licensing & Administration for Kobalt Music, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to learn more about what Kobalt is and to stream live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week of May 1st
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from Kendrick Lamar’s success to how your band can learn; from the value gap to the Fyre Festival. You should click and read.
What Your Band Can Learn From One Quote
Click to read about how much your band can learn from a quote in an article about Instagram. That’s a wordy description. Just click. You’ll get it.
From NY Times Magazine: When One Tweet Ruins Lives
In 2013, Justine Sacco posted a tweet that she thought was funny. Then she flew for 11 hours. When she landed, her life had changed forever. Click and read something that might save your career. Or your life.
Todd Horn, VP of International, ADA: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Todd Horn, VP of International for ADA, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live and learn about the world music industry.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of April 24
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from how one bad social media post can ruin lives to Kanye’s creative director & more. You should click and read.
Mark Weiss – Legendary Rock Photographer: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this episode, legendary rock photographer Mark Weiss tells the story of his most famous pics, explains how he got into the field, answers listener tweets, and much more. Click, look at the pics, and give a good listen!
Interview: Record Store Day Co-Founder Michael Kurtz
The 10th annual Record Store Day takes place April 22, 2017. What’s it all about? How did it start? Click to listen to our interview with RSD co-founder Michael Kurtz, done just before Record Store Day 2015. Go on. Click.
Video: I Want My ’80s – The Best of MTV’s Early Years
Were you at the March 24, 2017 “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years” concert? Did you miss it? Either way, here’s video of the show. Watch!
Tom Mullen – Atlantic Records Catalog Marketing: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, Atlantic Records VP of Catalog Marketing, Tom Mullen, talks about the definition of catalog, why catalog is so important to a label, how they market “old” records, and much more. Click below and give a listen.
Networking 101 – A Great Music Biz/MEO Event
WP’s MEO co-hosted, with the Music Business Association, a networking 101 event on April 11, 2017, to help students face their fears. Click for pics!
Music Business Association President James Donio: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Click so you can listen or stream live this great interview with Music Business Association president James Donio, taking place Wednesday night at 8:00. If you need to know more about music retail and trade shows, click!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of April 17
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from an interview with Coachella mastermind Paul Tollett to Tunecore advances and more. You should click and read. Thus, please do so.
Are You Watching Coachella Live? Now? For Free?
You can watch Coachella Live this weekend on YouTube. Click here for the video, as well as a link to John Seabrook’s New Yorker article about the festival.
Twin Peaks Is Back! Our Interview With Soundtrack Composer Angelo Badalamenti
Twin Peaks is back on Showtime on May 21st. Listen to Twin Peaks soundtrack composer, Angelo Badalamenti, act out how he and director David Lynch came up with the famous “Twin Peaks Theme.” Click.
From Billboard: How To Go From Caddy To Geffen Records President
Before big record companies ate each other up like an ’80s game of Pac Man, Geffen Records was a tremendously successful company. It’s back! Click and read.
Q&A: Are There Any Music Jobs Where I Can Listen To Music All Day?
Here’s a question we received. It seemed like one others may have, so we’re posting our thoughts here. Please click and enjoy the soothing words we present.
Rock Photographer Mark Weiss – This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Absurdly famous Mark Weiss (the “Weiss Guy”), Rock ‘N’ Roll photographer, is this week’s radio show guest. Click to stream the interview live!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of April 10
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from CDs in Indonesian KFC restaurants to messenger bots talking to you. From how to fundraise with music to much more. Click!
Spotify & Universal Make A Very Big Deal
Probably the biggest news of last week was Spotify and Universal agreeing to terms on a licensing deal, apparently one that is “long term.” What does this mean? Click.
Kevin Erickson – Future of Music Coalition: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
Mark Goodman – Original MTV VJ: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, original MTV VJ talks about the early days of MTV, the book he co-wrote with the other VJs, the state of radio in 2017, and much more. You should listen. So click!
Tom Mullen – Atlantic Records VP, Catalog Marketing: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Tom Mullen, new VP of Catalog Marketing for Atlantic Records, is this week’s Music Biz 101 & More radio show guest. Click to stream live and learn more about what you don’t know!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of April 3rd
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from the value of social media to Sammy Hagar’s business model to how to make money from a music fundraiser. Click!
Go To This – Music Biz Meetup: Tuesday, April 11th
Go to a Music Biz Meetup on Tuesday, April 11th at William Paterson University. This is sponsored by WPU’s MEO and the Music Biz Association. Click for details!
How To Put On A Music Fundraiser
How do you produce a profitable music fundraiser? Click to read the experience of a William Paterson University professor as he jumped back into the 1980s to help a good 21st century cause.
Images From “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years”
Click to look at some amazing images from the March 24, 2017 “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years” show at William Paterson University. Who do you recognize?
Epic Rights Founder Dell Furano: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, Dell Furano talks about founding his merch company, Epic Rights, and how he got his start in music merchandising. He talks about deals, working with KISS, and how managers should think.
Future of Music Coalition’s Kevin Erickson: This Week’s Radio Show Guest
Mark Goodman Wants You To Re-Live The ’80s
Watch former MTV VJ and ’80s icon Mark Goodman talk about the upcoming “I Want My ’80s” fundraiser happening March 24th at WPU. It’s good. Humorous. Click!
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels Knows The Place To Be
Watch this video made by Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run DMC promoting the “I Want My ’80s” fundraiser taking place March 24th. It’s good. And cool. Click!
Dr. Richard Burgess of A2IM: The Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, Dr. Richard Burgess, President of A2IM, talks about becoming head of an industry trade group, drumming for The Buggles, and more! Click!
Zev Feldman of Resonance Records: The Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast episode, Zev Feldman, Executive VP & GM of Resonance Records, talks about releasing archival jazz recordings, how he finds them, and more!
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels: Music Biz 101 & More Podcast
In this podcast, co-hosted with business manager Aaron Van Duyne, rap and hip hop icon Darryl “DMC” McDaniels talks about how Run DMC got their start, the backstories on “Walk This Way,” “It’s Tricky,” and “Sucker MCs,” and his love of comic books.
Pics of Your I Want My ’80s Band at Collage! 2017
Want to see great pictures of your I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years band? Yes, you do. So click and look and enjoy!
Lionel Richie & Mariah Carey Reschedule Tour Dates – Who Cares?
Does it matter if an artist reschedules tour dates or cancels a tour? It matters a lot, and not just to fans. Click to read who else these changes affect.
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of March 13th
Here’s your weekly Music Biz 101 wrap up, from how Coachella picks a headliner to why data is important in the biz to what happens when a tour is cancelled. Click!
Video: William Paterson University Music’s “Collage! 2017”
Click to watch Collage! 2017, a production by the William Paterson University Music Department. It features everything from Pop to Jazz to Classical to Percussion. Oh, and it’s awesome. Watch!!
Video Interview: PledgeMusic CEO Dominic Pandiscia
Watch this interview with PledgeMusic CEO Dominic Pandiscia from his February, 2017 visit to William Paterson University’s Music Management Seminar Series.
I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years – Buy Tickets Now
Tickets are on sale now for “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years.” Click for the link so you can attend this awesome fundraiser!
Video – I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years Blasts “Rosanna”
Why go to “I Want My ’80s: The Best of MTV’s Early Years”? Because of the video you are about to see. Please click and be a good person. Thank you.
Rob Fusari Interviews Darryl “DMC” McDaniels – This Week’s Radio Show
Tune in Wednesday at 8pm so you can listen to Grammy Award-winning Producer/Songwriter Rob Fusari interview Rap icon Darryl “DMC” McDaniels. Click for the link!
Your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up: Week Of March 6th
Here’s your Music Biz 101 Wrap Up, featuring lots of links to help you make your LinkedIn profile the best profile possible! There’s more – click!
RIP Tommy Page – Video Interview
Watch this video interview with the late-Tommy Page from 2014, where he spoke about his career as an pop star and his transition to music biz exec. Click.
Video Interview: Author Chuck Granata & Grammy Winner Rob Fusari
Watch Chuck Granata, author of Wouldn’t It Be Nice, and Grammy Award-winning Producer/Songwriter Rob Fusari interviewed for the WP Music Management Seminar Series. Click!
Collage! 2017 at William Paterson University – You Should Go!
Collage! 2017 is a musical snapshot of the best of the best of the William Paterson University Music Dept. Click on the link, then click on pic and go!
Epic Rights Founder Dell Furano – Tonight’s Radio Show Guest
YOUR MUSIC BIZ 101 & MORE RADIO SHOW Our big & awesome Music Biz 101 & More radio show (the only FREE advice music business & college radio talk show in the United States) airs every: WEDNESDAY NIGHT at 8:00. ** Our guest this week is … Dell Furano, Founder of Epic Rights, one of the […]