The Biztape

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The Third to Last Episode: Spotify and Rolling Stone start controversy…..  Source: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-launches-new-paid-for-showcase-recommendation-tool-starting-at-100-per-promo-campaign/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Currently Googlin’ Google’s Anti Trust Case and Taylor Swift at the VMAs…. Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail .com   Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/09/12/business/google-antitrust-trial   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burning Man was sheltering in place with all the mud. Is Burning Man stuck in the mud? Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail .com Sources: Burning Man: https://www.nytimes.com/article/burning-man-mud-trapped.html https://www.npr.org/2023/09/05/1197587557/burning-man-exodus-2023-mud See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s going on with Scooter Braun? Why has Social Media changed and how is it cyclical? Can we stop putting question marks? This and more on the Biztape?   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail .com Sources: Scooter Braun: https://www.vox.com/culture/23843489/scooter-braun-clients-leaving-justin-bieber   See omnystudio.com/listener f...

The Summer of Country at No.1 continues but with a truly out of nowhere act: Oliver Anthony and his song “Rich Men North of Richmond”. The guys discuss chart history, design and why this is one of the most unorthodox No.1s we have seen in chart history. While, one of the big 3 PROs is going to a for-profit model…    Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: theb...

The lawsuit against Lizzo provides one of the biggest brand identity cases of the modern age. Will Lizzo’s brand remain in tack or forever destroyed? While, Colin examines the CAA layoffs and wonders if they really could be involved with Film and TV being on strike. This and more on the Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail...

Is the streaming bubble finally happening? Spotify is doing better than its yearly lows but is the industry in dire need for a correction on future growth? While, Joe examines the psychology of throwing things at artists. This and More on The Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail .com Sources: Spotify’s future: https://www....

Jason Aldean creates a giant controversy in his usual style with a controversial song. Is Country Music the genre for “canceled” artists to thrive? While Hollywood is dead… what will happen to the music industry that relies on revenue from movies and TV? So many questions and more on The Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmai...

The boys talk about AI as UMG begs Congress to make legislation to combat the rise of AI copycat artists. Can the US Legal system make a proactive move for music for once? While, one of the biggest booms in tech for concerts brings in huge demand: high quality cell service. Don’t pick up the phone, this and more on the Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBizta...

Zuckburger is coming to eat Elon’s Lunch with Meta’s new app, Threads. People are busy threading (we got to find a new verb for this) but the boys wonder how Meta can keep the momentum. While, the boys talk about the viral and probably worst “apology” of all time on youtube. One Woman, One Ukulele, and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Ema...

STOP THROWING THINGS AT PEOPLE ON STAGE… This sadly recurring segment on the show returns with some of the wildest stuff the boys have heard. While, Lewis Capaldi announces his break from touring due to his personal health struggles. Can Capaldi keep his career status with his understanding fan base in a world based on touring? This and more on The Biztape!    Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twit...

Multi-Million (Yes with an M) podcasting deal are ending across Spotify and other competitors. With Celebrities walking away, the boys take stock if these huge investments were sound…. While, the beginning of the end of Radio is starting with AM being kicked out of new cars. This and more on The Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail...

The Beatles are releasing their final song as a group powered by AI from Peter Jackson. Could this actually be one of the first tasteful post death uses of AI? While, Joe talks about the plight of Black owned record stores and their fight to stay alive. This and More on The Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail .com Sources: Ai bein...

The boys discover that their generation continues to be BIG NERDS. Just Kidding, Gen Z is conscious about their health and that is causing many venues to be conscious of the weight of their wallets.  On the other end of the industry,  Grimes is taking one small step for music mankind with her own AI. Grimes is inviting others to create content with her generated voice but literally at what cost an...

This week the boys discuss the ‘Boss Swift Act” which is a congressional bill proposing transparency to the and recualtion to the ticketing world as Live Nation and ticketmaster continue to receive monopoly accusations while the company make record profits each year. Later, Sia’s movie “Music” controversy is back in the news after the singer states that she has been diagnosed as neurodivergent as...

TIKTOK IS BANNED… at least in Montana. The cyber giant is facing the same Chinese spyware accusations that it has been since its rise in popularity but this time the state of Montana has banned it. Will this decision be set in stone and how will other social media companies react? Later, an update on the Jimmie Allen accusations and how the country singer may be facing some damning evidence. This...

Google stocks may be down but they are grabbing attention for their AI initiatives. The boys focus on MusicLm, Google’s AI Music Generator. Google has already pointed out flaws with AI music in a newly released paper but the boys decided to dig deeper. While, *Trigger Warning*Joe broaches into two notable cases with Jimmie Allen and Slowthai. This and more on The Biztape.  See omnystudio.com/liste...

ED SHEERAN WINS! Only a week after the initial trial date, Ed Sheeran won over a grand jury in a copyright infringement case involving “Thinking Out Loud” vs. the family of Ed Townsend and the Marvin Gaye Estate. The stakes were high with Sheeran stating previously that if he lost this case he would QUIT MUSIC. Also, Taylor Swift closes out her Nissan Stadium run by playing in a thunderstorm until...

This week the boys dive into the historic world of Vinyl and record players as sales continue to grow way beyond the industry’s expectations and completely engulfing its CD competition. What does this mean for environmental waste and will this continue to grow for years to come? Last, Adidas is being sued by the very people who own it - it’s shareholders. Since Kanye has been booted out of the com...

Frank Ocean makes his long awaited return to the live space at the world’s most upfront festival, Coachella. As rumor and mystery of the performance surround the event, join Colin and Joe as they dig deep into what is alleged and what effects this has on big festivals. He at least played “Chanel” right? This, an ice rink, and more this week on the Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitte...

Drake is infuriated as AIs rip his likeness across the internet but one notable one has risen to the surface. The villain-esq artist “Ghostwriter” is ready to bring bigger questions to music rights holders. Where do AI copyright and trademark begin and human artists end? While, TikTok continues the fight with the US government…. Another Bytedance app rises right in front of everyone eyes… This and...

TWITTER IS ON FIRE….STILL…… But wait it gets worse as Elon introduces more features and lack there of for Twitter Blue. Taking away standard features from consumers and causing an uproar, can Twitter recover? Music Business Worldwide writes that maybe the music industry could take a page from Elon. Come discover the new territory and more on The Biztape!   Socials :   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,...

Big Tech was first but now is music on the cusp of big layoffs as well? Warner draws attention for big staff cuts and even bigger budget cuts. They say it's for restructuring for the long term but could Warner be the first of many? Also, Disney announces cuts of its metaverse division. Not even Mickey Mouse can get people to try the metaverse…. This and more on the Biztape! Socials :   Instagram,...