SongFly is an easy-to-use solution that empowers artists to launch ad campaigns for their tracks in just one click. Episode 605: Danny Garcia from Songtools.io joins us to talk about their new ad platform Songfly. SongFly is an easy-to-use solution that empowers artists to launch ad campaigns complete with beautiful visuals for their tracks in […]

Don’t Panic! What should you do to be prepared for possible changes to TikTok. Episode 604: Bruce Houghton from Hypebot and Bandsintown joins us to discuss current events impacting musicians. We start with the new that the clock is now officially ticking on TikTok has 9 months to find a new owner or be banned […]

The Guess Who are being prevented from playing their biggest hits by original band member Burton Cummings. Episode 603: We are joined by Leni Demancari owner of Ten13 Entertainment who books The Guess Who among other acts. We chat with Leni about the recent news where The Guess Who are being prevented from playing their […]

Pophouse acquires the music catalogue, brand name and IP of legendary rock band KISS Episode 602: Pophouse, the pioneering global entertainment and music investment firm, announces the acquisition of the music catalogue, brand name and likeness – including the world- famous face paint designs – as well as trademarks of the iconic American rock band […]

QR codes can be very useful, but you need to think about how your are using them. Episode 601: QR codes can be very useful, but you need to think about how your are using them. There is a right way and a wrong way to use them. We discuss how to use a QR […]

We look back at what the internet, social media and music marketing was like 13 years ago. Episode 600: Couple big milestones for the Music Biz Weekly podcast this week… episode #600 and 13 years since the very first episode was released. We look back at what the internet, social media and music marketing was […]

Bandsintown co-founder/managing partner Fabrice Sergent joins us this week Episode 599: Bandsintown co-founder/managing partner Fabrice Sergent joins us this week to fill us in on the new Bandsintown integration with Spotify which allows you to display your tour dates on your Spotify profile. Fabrice also discusses the value of having your fans RSVP to your […]

As a musician you are always providing customer service to your fans Episode 598: Having been dealing with customer service for a couple weeks with regards to YouTube Video Promotions and Google Ads we discuss the importance of great customer service. Don’t forget that as a musician you are always providing customer service to your […]

Do you have access to all of Spotify’s ad options yet? Episode 597: Today is a Spotify discussion. We start with the new Bandsintown integration with Spotify. Then we talk about Spotify’s Campaign Kit… your advertising options on Spotify. Do you have access to all of Spotify’s ad options yet? Spotify Marquee and Spotify Showcase. […]

Definitive Authentic works directly with artists to expand their legacies and create powerful connections with their fans. Episode 596: Brad Mindich from Definitive Authentic joins us to talk about how they preserve, document and archive the past and turn into potential new revenue streams and traveling and online museums for your fans to enjoy. Definitive […]

Books smarts vs. Street smarts… you NEED both! Episode 595: It is very important to get a education, but it is equally important to learn from experience. You can learn so much at school, from a book, but books and courses can’t teach you how to deal with the unexpected. Never be afraid to sit […]

We revisit YouTube Promotion this week as we have more test results to review. Episode 594: We revisit YouTube Promotion this week as we have more test results to review. The new test didn’t restrict countries or language and the results show greatly reduced cost per play and subscriber, but… there are some possible concerns […]

Don’t rely on algorithms to decide whether you can reach your fanbase! Episode 593: Gabi Arnona from Set.Live joins us this week to update us on some new features they are rolling out that will allow you to connect directly with your fans and not have to worry about a algorithm limiting who sees your […]

What things can indie musicians do to help their career succeed? Episode 592: In an earlier episode we talked about our wish for simple to use ad platform on YouTube. Well YouTube has launched Promotions in beta and it is a really good first step. Michael is testing the Promotions platform and shares his early […]

What things can indie musicians do to help their career succeed? Episode 591: This week we pick the brain of musician Sean McKenna about what concerns indie musicians. What things can indie musicians do to help their career succeed? Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists : https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m   MichaelBrandvoldMarketing […]

Here are five things you do to promote your music that won’t cost you a penny. Episode 590: You have no budget, no money, but you need to promote your music or promote a show what can you do? Here are five things you do to promote your music that won’t cost you a penny. […]

Music Will equips educators to teach, students to learn, and lives to be transformed through music education. Episode 589: We are joined by Dave Wish the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of Music Will. Music Will equips educators to teach, students to learn, and lives to be transformed through music education. Music Will runs the […]

What would we like to see Spotify do to improve Wrapped Episode 588: It is that time of the year… time for Spotify Wrapped. We love Wrapped and how others streaming services are now creating their own version. But, what would we like to see Spotify do to improve Wrapped? How can they make Wrapped […]

Strategies for Pre-Release and Post-Release Marketing of Your New Music, Plus a Free Release Planner Episode 587: Anthony Pacheco joins us to discuss music release strategies and his music release planner. Download the Release Planner: https://oddlysimpl.notion.site/Music-Release-Planner-13ad7f590c454e8090f4440b5c37e3d4   Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner : https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists : https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · 587...

We wish YouTube and Spotify would create one button “boost” type advertising. Episode 586: This week Jay and Michael talk about one of their wishes… we wish YouTube and Spotify would create one button “boost” type advertising. Make it so simple and easy to start running ads. How much more ad revenue could be generated […]

Alex Loveyko talks about the difference between trademarks and copyrights Episode 585: We sit down with Alex Loveyko from Chase Lawyers. Alex talks about the difference between trademarks and copyrights. We discuss the importance of band agreements. And we look at red flags you should be looking for in a record label contract. Chase Lawyers […]

Drawing from his experience on camera and on stage Dan discusses storytelling, engaging with your audience and being authentic. Episode 584: Dan Ashley and his remarkable professional Americana Rock band that just goes by his name, Dan Ashley. Dan is also the long-time award-winning anchor of ABC7 News at 5, 6 and 11 pm weekdays […]

Lots of great advice that you can immediately start using. Episode 583: This was a great discussion with Bruce Houghton from a couple weeks ago that might have been overshadowed by our death of NFTs discussion. We felt it deserved the full spotlight so we pulled it out and made it its own episode… How […]

The recent announcement that DistroKid was acquiring Bandzoogle was a shock to many. Episode 582: The recent announcement that DistroKid was acquiring Bandzoogle was a shock to many. We are joined this week by Stacey Bedford, formerly the CEO of Bandzoogle and now the General Manager of DistroKid. Stacey discusses the acquisition. What it means […]