Music Business Insider Podcast

Join us for an in-depth conversation in the episode entitled, 'How Will the .Music Domain Change the Music Industry Forever?' with Constantine Roussos who is the Founder & CEO of .MUSIC domain. on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. We explore the pivotal role of intellectual property lobbies in influencing ICANN's trademark policies and the launch of the .music domain. Learn about the "Sun...

How are artists navigating wealth transmission and estate planning in today's music industry? On this episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast entitled, 'Hold or Sell Your Music Rights The Surprising Truth Revealed' with Roland Kluger, we explore the motivations behind selling music catalogs, the role of Performance Rights Organizations, and how new platforms are changing the game. Dis...

Unlocking the Potential of African Music with Fotemah Mba In this episode entitled, 'Fotemah Mba's Secret Method for Discovering New Talent' of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, Eric Knight and Ritch Esra sit down with Fotemah Mba to discuss the incredible potential of African music. Learn about his day-to-day responsibilities, managing international teams, and his passion for educational...

Breaking into Southeast Asia's Music Scene with Andy Griffin's Expert Tips! In this episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, join Ritch Esra and Eric Knight as they chat with Artist Manager Andy Griffin about his journey from band member to industry executive. Dive into Andy's firsthand experiences of the Southeast Asian music market, the impact of digital platforms like YouTube and S...

🎤📝 Join us on this insightful episode, "Top A&R Executive Reveals What Makes an Artist Successful" of the Music Business Insider Podcast featuring Brett Sweeney, A&R executive at Empire Music. Discover how balancing creative talent with crucial business skills leads to success. Brett dives into the importance of networking, the biggest business mistakes, and the significance of a supportive team...

Madonna Wade-Reed Reveals The MIND-BLOWING Music Supervision Strategies You Need to Know. Join Ritch Esra and Eric Knight in an exclusive conversation with veteran music supervisor Madonna Wade-Reed. Uncover the secrets of successful music placements, the importance of formal communication, and the impact of sync deals on independent artists' careers. Learn about Madonna Wade-Reed's unique approac...

David Schulhof Discusses 'The Future of Music Investment with MUSQ. Join hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight on the "MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast" as they sit down with David Schulhof who is the founder & CEO of MUSQ to discuss the evolving music landscape. They cover everything from the decreasing influence of major labels to the financial moves of iconic artists selling their music rights....

Join us on our latest episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast entitled, "BRANDING Secrets Every Musician Needs to Succeed!" as Dani Felt, a top branding consultant, shares her journey and tips for artists to succeed in the modern music industry. From understanding your 'why' to building a loyal fanbase and crafting a consistent content strategy, this episode covers it all. Explore why...

Tune in to this informative episode entitled, Surprising Things You Will Learn About Digital Mechanical Royalties, on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast as hosts Eric Knight and Ritch Esra sit down with Serona Elton, head of educational partnerships at the MLC and music business department head at the University of Miami. They dive deep into the significance of the Music Modernization Act a...

Get an insider look at artist empowerment with Thaddeus Rudd of Mom + Pop Music. In this new episode entitled, "Mom+Pop's SECRET to Long-Term Success in the Streaming Era", join us as we explore the shift from old major label practices to new strategies in the streaming era. Celebrate 15 years of passionate dedication and hear how personalized support and long-term artist development set Mom + Pop...

In this episode entitled, "Can AI Revolutionize Music Discovery?" we sit down with Mike Odabashian to explore the intersection of technology and music. Mike shares his journey from professional musician to the co-founder of AIMS, a pioneering AI music search technology. Discover the challenges and triumphs of following your passion in the music industry, the crucial role of networking, and how AI...

Step into the world of K-pop and global music expansion with Haezy Kim, Managing Director at Kreation Music Rights (KMR). In the episode, "Kreation Music is Revolutionizing the K-Pop Scene" discover how KMR is revolutionizing the K-pop industry, integrating artist management, publishing, and production under one roof. We dive deep into KMR's unique value proposition, their strategic expansion into...

Netflix's SECRET to Global Music Domination: Insights with Ramprasad Sundar 📺🎶 In this episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight engage with Ramprasad Sundar from Netflix India. Discover how Netflix's innovative content strategies including soundtrack releases, dubbing, and the impact of global collaboration shape today's entertainment industry. Learn...

🚀 Dive into an enriching discussion with Cesar Mathieu of Royal Sync, as we explore the complex world of music sync in France. In the episode, 'Navigating Sync & Licensing: A Music Supervisors Look', discover how different copyright laws and publishing shares impact music rights management, and why "one stop" songs can simplify sync opportunities. Cesar shares insights into music licensing for ad...

Join hosts Eric Knight and Ritch Esra as they sit down with renowned K-pop songwriter-producer JINBYJIN. With 65 number one hits and over 35 million physical copies sold, JINBYJIN shares his incredible journey from life engineering to music production, the intricacies of K-pop and J-pop, and the unique role of fan culture. Discover what makes a hit song in these genres and get inspired by JINBYJIN...

Unlock the Secrets of Music Branding & Monetization with Chris Johnson! 🎧 In this episode entitled, 'Secrets to A Music Composers Music Success and Productivity' of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight dive into a captivating discussion with Music Composer Chris Johnson. Learn about his structured daily routine, excelling in personal branding, and the art of...

In this episode, 'AI Mixing vs. Human Mix: Future of Music Technology with Jerome Renard'. Dive into the fascinating world of music mixing with music mixing engineer Jerome Renard. 🎧 Discover how AI is impacting the role of mixing engineers and the profound importance of human touch in the process. Eric Knight and Ritch Esra discuss the nuances of collaboration between engineers, artists, and pro...

🎵 In our episode, Must-Have Expert Advice on Music Industry Careers - Tom Truitt, join us as we chat with Tom Truitt from TurnkeyZRG about the essential advice for pursuing a career in the music industry. We discuss various entertainment companies are looking for in executives that they didn't 4-5 years ago, how the corporate culture of a company determines who he sends for the job, his series 't...

How Will AI and Blockchain Transform the Music Industry? In this episode, we sit down with Gary Chen, CEO of All Saints Music Group, to explore how AI and blockchain are revolutionizing the digital music landscape. Discover how All Saints is utilizing cutting-edge technologies like these, along with the metaverse, to enhance artist opportunities beyond traditional streaming models. This conversati...

Inside A&R: Michael Goldberg on Signing Artists at American Recordings Join us as we delve into the world of A&R with Michael Goldberg from American Recordings. In this insightful discussion, we explore how the criteria for signing artists has evolved over the last five years and what factors are crucial for him to sign an artist today. Michael also shares how his extensive experience as a manager...

How to Become a Music Supervisor: Secrets Revealed! Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation with Jennifer Pyken, the mastermind behind the Jennifer Pyken Mastercourse. We discuss the greatest changes in today's music supervision and sync landscape, the biggest misconceptions about the job, and her new master class she created for those interested in becoming music supervisors. Discover...

In this episode entitled, All You Need To Know About The Music Business 11th edition with Don Passman, the one and only Don Passman returns as our guest. As you may recall, Don was our very first guest on the podcast last year and he's back with us discussing the most crucial updates on his latest book that you need to know about the music industry today! He literally wrote the book "All You Need...

🎵 Take a Dive deep into the music industry with hit songwriter Desmond Child in the episode titled, "Livin On A Prayer: Hit Songwriter Desmond Child's Songwriting Journey" as he shares invaluable insights into securing a publishing deal. From his early days with EMI Music Publishing to co-writing classics like "Livin' on a Prayer" "You Give Love a Bad Name" with Bon Jovi, and "Livin La Vida Loca"...

🎵 Discover the secrets to "Getting Your Music into Advertising and Commercials" with Nick Haussling Music Supervisor from Walton Isaacson. In this insightful interview, we dive deep into the world of music licensing and sync in advertising. Learn how songs and music are selected for advertisements, who the key decision-makers are, and how budget constraints can influence music choices for project...

📻 In this insightful episode entitled, "The Power of iHeartRadio's Audience Connection with Lisa Worden" on the Music Business Insider Podcast, we delve into the world of broadcast radio with the expertise of Lisa Worden from iHeartRadio. Lisa, the driving force behind Alt98.7, shares invaluable insights into how broadcast radio maintains its connection with audiences in the digital age. Join us...