Breaking Down the Biz

In our first-ever mini news roundup, Seth breaks down the biggest stories on his radar this week. He kicks things off with the Live Nation antitrust lawsuit, which is heating back up as 33 states continue to pursue claims alleging monopoly practices. Then, he dives into recent trial verdicts in Los Angeles and New Mexico that could set major precedents for social media platforms. These results cou...

Most major music publications were born in the print era, but are now faced with shifting digital landscapes and an uphill battle to compete for eyes and ears. How has the music journalism category adapted as we shift from the paper to platform? How has the democraticization of music coverage changed the way we critique the industry? To answer all these questions and more, we speak with Ira Robbin...

Join us as we explore Ivy's musical journey, from their analog roots to digital evolution. Discover how they navigated the music industry, faced personal loss, and maintained their creative integrity. Featuring insights from band members on resilience, creativity, and the future of music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The digital revolution in music didn't just change how we listen; it upended the entire industry. From the chaos of piracy and industry decline in the early 2000s to Apple's game-changing iTunes, and now to the streaming era, one thing is clear: the business has never been more unpredictable or more exciting. In this episode of Breaking Down the Biz, Seth Shachner sits down with industry veteran T...

On this inaugural episode of Breaking Down The Biz, Bruno Del Granado reveals how Latin artists like Ricky Martin and Bad Bunny use streaming and cultural authenticity to achieve global success. Discover how the internet empowers artists to reach audiences worldwide and build independent teams. Learn about innovative strategies and the importance of embracing cultural roots in today's digital musi...

On Breaking Down the Biz, we simplify the big stuff in the business of music , entertainment, and technology. Industry insider Seth Schachner (ex Sony Music, Microsoft, AOL, Universal Music) brings you a bite-sized, insider’s guide to how the industry really works.  Each week Seth is joined by industry insiders who are making culture happen - the brains behind your favorite artists, movies, and me...