On the show with us today is David Schulhof. David is an music industry executive and investor. He was previously President of Music Publishing at LiveOne, a media company for livestream and on-demand audio, video and podcast content. He is also the former President of Music at AGC Studios and IM Global Studios, and was the co-founder and CEO of Evergreen Copyrights, and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.  Schulhof is the founder and CEO of MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF, an...

We talk a lot regarding financial planning on this show, but one question that keeps popping up in conversation, is how does your financial planner get paid? On this episode, John and Bob talk about how does John Adams get paid when providing those financial planning services. The answers may surprise you. We also discuss how those who work in the music industry make their money, from receiving commissions, to flat fees, or monthly payroll. Kind of like those in the financial planning...

On this episode, John and Bob discuss the melting pot of the financial world. From the high cost of living, whether or not inflation is finally slowing down, to what it takes to be a possible successful investor. We cover the gamut of the financial world. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things...

On this episode of 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music, John and Bob discuss precious metals, and whether or not they're a good investment. Metals such as Platinum, Gold, Silver, and even Paladium. John and Bob chat about navigating those sometimes choppy waters, when is the right time to buy (or sell), and which precious metal is better than another. Speaking of metal, John and Bob also talk about some of their favorite heavy metal albums, what makes a good metal band, and does heavy metal still...

Ken Festa is a man who literally wears many hats, many of them at the same time. He’s a business entrepreneur. A real estate specialist, a maker of fine Italian style men’s suits. And last but not least, a musical legend that specializes in the standards of American music. As a singer growing up in New York listening to some of the greatest Jazz vocalists of the 20th century, he found it most challenging to create something vocally that was truly his. Being influenced by greats like Tony...

Artificial Intelligence. It's the hot button topic these days. Whether you like the concept, or you believe its an invasion of one's privacy, along with so many yet unanswered questions, it's going to affect you one way or another. Artificial Intelligence (commonly referred to as AI) is not only planting a firm footprint in the music industry, but also seeking solid ground in the financial world. John and Bob have a discussion regarding AI, what it's accomplished so far, and what is on the...

What in the world is a “Self Directed Brokerage Account”, and what exactly does it do? John Adams takes us down this road, deciphering what exactly an SDBA is, and how it works for the investor, along with the individual who is planning their financial future (retirement), and how to go about setting one up. John and Bob also talk about record reissues, why some of them are timely, and why others are nothing more than a simple cash grab for the recording artist. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music...

As we begin our journey into 2024, John Adams and Bob Bender take a look back at what 2023 had to offer the investment community... and what it didn't have to offer. Inflation is still higher than folks (and the government) want it to be, along with the day to day cost of living. Will 2024 bring us better news? We'll have to wait and see. John and Bob also look at the year in review music wise, discussing their favorite songs and album releases. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly...

Your finances look good on paper. Your sense of financial security is comforting. But are you prepared if something happens that you hadn't planned for? Meet Kyle Hackney, who is part of the Money Concepts financial planning team. Kyle shares on how to get your estate in order, plan for the future, and have a consistent game plan for the next stage of your life. Kyle, John, and Bob also chat about favorite artists, and the music that they listen to. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a...

Time for another episode of "2 Dudes Talk Money and Music". This time around, we discuss chasing the dream, what it takes to find the right financial planner, and making the right decisions in your goals when it comes to investing. We also listen to some war stories from Bob, as he shares what it was like to tour with some artists, and life on the road. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The...

On this episode, John and Bob talk numbers, or in another words, statistics and analytics. Its one of the best and most unigue ways to understand the stock market, and the investment world as a whole. We also talk about numbers that are intertwined in music. Believe it or not, there's more than we thought! 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast...

We laugh, we cry, we sometimes deal with anger, and hopefully more often than not, we laugh. All of those are emotions. But is it smart to plan your investment strategy based on your emotions? John and Bob talk about whether it makes sense to plan financially based on common sense, anaylitics, and research, or does it make sense to plan your financial strategy based on what you're feeling. We also talk about songs that have titles based on emotions, songs with lyrics focusing on emotions,...

In the music business, its no different than the rest of the business world, with the exception of that many of the workers in the industry are independent contractors. In many cases, it can be feast or famine when it comes to their income, and with that comes a struggle to keep their family budget in check. Enter Rachael Bronstein, who is the founder and financial coach at "LifesJam". A graduate of Questrom School of Business at Boston University, Rachael brings her years of experience to...

Summer is just about over. Labor Day weekend is right around the corner, and its time to pack away the white pants until next year. But its still warm enough outside to wear shorts for another few weeks. With that being said, John and Bob talk about shorts. Not the kind you wear, but when it comes to financial planning, we're talking about "Short Selling". What is short selling, and how does one go about doing it, and does it make good financial sense? You'll have to tune in to find out. ...

Joining us on this week’s episode is Sonny Puni, who is the Director of Operations within the retail sales industry, along with being the host of two (2) podcast shows; “Growin’ Up Rock”, along with “Podcast Rock City”. What is your demographics for your brand? Do you actually know who your core audience is? How do you grow your market share without alienating your base? Times are changing, and in order to grow, you have to understand the growth potential, without causing harm to your loyal...

There’s an old saying that Summer is a time for investors to lay low. Families are on vacation, kids are playing little league baseball, and it's typically considered a time to get away from the office for some R&R. However this year (2023) seems to be different. The S&P is up, and folks are still buying, trading, and selling stocks as much as they would the rest of the year. John Adams shares some financial and investing trivia with us, while Bob Bender shares some of his old road...

On this episode, John and Bob continue the conversation regarding catching up on things during the summer.... or as we like to say, "Ketchup On Summer" (Part Two). We talk about how resilient the Stock Market continues to be, along with the increase of interest rates, how the real estate market is looking these days (spoiler alert... it fluctuates from market to market), the S & P 500, and just about anything else that deals with investing and financial planning. We also discuss some of...

John and Bob spend some time on this episode ketching up (ketchup.... get it) on Summer, by discussing what's happened, what's happening, and what could be by the end of summer when it comes to finances and investing. They also share some of their favorite summer time songs in the process. 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as...

We continue our ongoing “Music Business 101” series with this episode, aptly titled Part Two. We chat with Martin Motnik, who is the bassist for the internationally known rock group “Accept”. Motnik was born in Ludwigshafen, Germany on 10 November 1972. At the age of six, he started playing the flute but was not particularly interested in it. His parents agreed to buy him an acoustic guitar a couple of years later. At the age of ten, he switched to playing the electric guitar, and at the age...

As a touring guitarist, Donovan White knows road life all too well. He once traveled 43 hours – each way – for a gig with the Alternative Rock Band “Vertical Horizon”, playing a festival gig in Shillong, India. But White isn’t complaining. He’s living the dream that he has had since playing air guitar along with KISS albums as a child growing up in St. Louis Park, Minn. It was quite the journey to get there… and beyond. His family moved to Texas and then Kansas City in the early ‘80s. White...

Sleep. It's the most important thing a human can do to their body. We need it. We want it. We desire it. But sometimes it can be elusive. The tossing and turning. The pills (both over the counter, and prescriptive) that we take to help us fall into slumber is only a temporary solution. So what do we do? Dr William Lloyd (or as we now refer to him as "Dr. Bill" as he's become a semi-regular guest on the show) takes us on a journey of what sleep does for us, how we can overcome the obstacles...

In the studio with us today, is the Host of Decibel Geek Podcast, and the orrganizer of ROCKNPOD Expo, Chris Czynszak. Chris talks with John and Bob, discussing how he turned his podcast show into an internationally attended annual event, featuring fellow podcasters, rock stars, and entertainment celebrities.  2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast...

Calling entrepreneur Vince King ambitious would be an understatement. His vision of creating a multi-purpose media production facility is nothing short of amazing to say the least. He, along with his associates Music Industry legend Trey Bruce, and logistics expert Stacy Hart, they have come up with "The Hanger", where their motto is "Where Creativity Takes Flight". The Hanger is a facility designed preimarily for perfomance artists to build, program, and rehearse their concert touring...

Meet Jake Johnson. Originally from Utah, he worked on a ranch growing up, learning hard work at a young age. When his parents divorced, it took its toll on him, and he sought refuge and comfort in music. Enter into the picture his new step dad, Hugh McDonald, who just happened to be the bassist for rock legend Jon Bon Jovi, who showed his stepson a whole new world out there in the music industry. At the age of 19, Jake moved to Nashville TN to begin pursuing his career in the music business,...