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Music Business Insider Podcast

Music Business Insider Podcast

Ritch Esra & Eric Knight 159 episodes Latest Jun 2, 2026

The 'Music Business Insider Podcast' is a deep dive for listeners who want to educate, empower, and engage their music career. It takes listeners behind the scenes through in-depth conversations with leading experts in the music business, including A&R, music supervision, artist management, marketing, publicity, and touring. The podcast emphasizes that artists today have more power than ever in the music industry.

Episodes

Revealed: The Top Secrets A&Rs Look for in New Artists With Ed Poston Head of A&R at Symphonic Distribution Jun 9, 2026 46:55 Revealed: The Top Secrets A&Rs Look for in New Artists Dive into the evolving world of A&R as we chat with Ed Poston, Head of A&R at Symphonic Distribution! Discover what it takes to stand out as an artist, how strong management teams power long-term careers, and how Ed blends analytics with intuition when scouting new talent. Plus, gain actionable advice on career building, finding your true audi
Are You Making THIS Mistake Before Releasing Your Music? With Michael Epstein from GoodTalk Jun 2, 2026 44:17 Are You Making THIS Mistake Before Releasing Your Music?  Get an inside look at music marketing and career strategy with Michael Epstein, Head of Marketing at Good Talk and creator of the hey Mike newsletter! In this episode, we break down the must-have digital marketing skills for artists, the underrated power of Twitter, and the real reasons why only 1% of artists make it long-term. Find out wha
The Untold Power of Superfans—How to Build a Loyal Audience in 2026! With Matt Jones of Medallion May 26, 2026 43:35 The Untold Power of Superfans—How to Build a Loyal Audience in 2026! Dive into the future of the music business as we sit down with Matt Jones, CEO of Medallion, on the latest MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. Discover how artist-owned platforms, fan data control, and direct-to-fan communities are changing the game for sustainable music careers. Matt shares lessons from working with Imagine D
The Future of Music Licensing EXPOSED: Chordal's Secrets Revealed! Grayson Sanders CEO of Chordal May 19, 2026 51:42 The Future of Music Licensing EXPOSED: Chordal's Secrets Revealed! Grayson Sanders CEO of Chordal Unlock the secrets of the sync world with Grayson Sanders, co-founder and CEO of Chordal! In this episode, we explore how Chordal is revolutionizing music licensing by empowering artists, breaking down traditional gatekeeping, and making micro licensing a vital revenue stream. Whether you're an indie
World Building with Merch: Inside the New Rules of Music Branding with Dan Goldberg May 12, 2026 45:46 World Building with Merch: Inside the New Rules of Music Branding with Dan Goldberg Unlock the secrets of music merch as Ritch Esra and Eric Knight sit down with industry strategist Dan Goldberg! In this episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, we explore how artist merch has evolved from simple concert swag to a powerful symbol of fandom, community, and identity. Learn why building a
How to Survive 25 Years in the Music Industry: Silverstein's Paul Koehler Reveals All! May 5, 2026 39:40 How to Survive 25 Years in the Music Industry: Silverstein's Paul Koehler Reveals All! The Balancing Act of Artist & Manager. Dive into the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast Paul Koehler as we explore the unique journey of Silverstein's drummer and Tandem Management co-founder. Learn how Paul juggles artist creativity with the demands of music management, working with top acts like The Devil W
Breaking Artists for 10,000 Hours… Here's What He Discovered With Nick Groff [Billie Eilish, Jacob Collier] Apr 28, 2026 52:50 He Put 10,000 Hours Into BREAKING Artists… Here's What Actually Works! Step inside the evolution of artist management on MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. We sit down with acclaimed manager and former A&R executive Nick Groff, who reveals what today's artists need beyond pure talent. Explore how drive, social media, artist data, and being your own CEO are shaping successful music careers. Plu
Getting Your Music Video Noticed By Vevo's Decision Makers With Jordan Glickson VP of Music at Vevo Apr 21, 2026 58:18 Getting Your Music Video Noticed By Vevo's Decision Makers Unlock the secrets of music video success with Vevo's VP of Music & Talent, Jordan Glickson, in this powerhouse episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast! Discover how data and gut instinct combine to launch emerging artists, why visual content is more important than ever, and how you can maximize your reach on platforms like Yo
He Listened to EVERY #1 Hit Since 1958 — Here's What He Discovered! Chris Dalla Riva [Uncharted Territory] Apr 14, 2026 38:18 He Listened to EVERY #1 Hit Since 1958 — Here's What He Discovered! Dive into pop music history with this episode of MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast featuring data analyst, author, and musician Chris Dalla Riva. Discover how hit songs from 1958 to today reveal hidden cultural truths, the decline of monoculture, how streaming and TikTok changed song structure, and why some eras never fade fro
Leverage Over Record Deals: The New Music Business Rule With Neal O'Connor Slush Management Apr 7, 2026 43:56 Leverage Over Record Deals: The New Music Business Rule From Major Labels to DIY—What Every Musician Should Know Join the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast as Neal O'Connor reveals the real value of major labels, why building unique artist worlds is essential, and how you can develop leverage for your career. Learn about live music challenges, fan connection, and the evolving qualities artists
AI Will Replace Your Mixing Engineer Here's Why Dave Ronan Says Don't Panic With Dave Ronan from roex Mar 31, 2026 42:01 AI Will Replace Your Mixing Engineer Here's Why Dave Ronan Says Don't Panic  Unlock the future of music production with the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast with Dave Ronan from RoEx. In this episode, ROEX Founder Dave Ronan explains how AI-powered tools like Automix are breaking down technical barriers for artists while preserving their unique artistry. Dive deep into the differences between
Is AI About to Revolutionize How We Find Music for Movies and TV? Einar Helde AIMS API Mar 24, 2026 33:30 Is AI About to Revolutionize How We Find Music for Movies and TV? Einar Helde AIMS API Explore the future of music discovery and sync licensing with Einar Helde, co-founder of AIMS API—the cutting-edge AI music search platform revolutionizing how the industry finds and selects music. 🎶 Dive into emotional AI, music supervision, prompt search, and lyric sentiment analysis. Get exclusive insights on

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