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10

Latest episode

Aug 2026

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EN-US

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Music Marketing Professional & Consultant

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August 17, 202639 min

Why BANDCAMP Still Rocks For Independent Artists and Real Music Fans

How Can Bandcamp Benefit Your Band? Episode 683: Michael and Blasko focus on Bandcamp as their main topic, exploring its features, benefits for independent musicians, and how it compares to other streaming platforms. Michael shared his experience using Bandcamp for BraveWords Records, highlighting its fast payment system, high-quality audio options, and direct artist-to-fan communication capabilities. […]

August 3, 20261 hr 5 min

RUDY SARZO Talks About Why & How He Used AI On His New Music

How AI allows Rudy to realize his artistic vision without the constraints of a record label or expensive studio time. Episode 682: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Rudy Sarzo about his use of AI in music creation. Rudy explained how he uses AI platforms like Suno as a “studio band” […]

July 20, 202652 min

The New HYPEBOT, the Editorial Philosophy and Hypebot’s Relationship with BANDSINTOWN

Hypebot and Bandsintown work together to help artists build sustainable careers. Episode 681: What happens when one of the music industry’s most influential publications gets a fresh vision? This week on The Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Bruce Houghton, Founder of Hypebot, and Jeremy Young, Editor-in-Chief of Hypebot, join us for an in-depth conversation about the […]

July 13, 202633 min

Why and How You Need to Audit Your Band Online

Whether you’re an independent artist or an established band, this episode explains why auditing your online presence is no longer optional—it’s an essential part of building a successful music career in the age of AI. Episode 680: Your fans, promoters, agents, and even AI are forming opinions about your band long before they ever visit […]

June 29, 202657 min

Do Fans Really Care If A Band or Musician Uses AI to Create a Song?

If you’ve tried AI and been disappointed, is the technology really to blame? Episode 679: AI seems to be the latest thing that everyone loves to argue about. Some people embrace it, while others seem to hate it on principle. But what is it that people actually hate about AI? Is it really the technology […]

June 22, 202643 min

Is Blue Dot Fever Real? How to Tour During Tough Times with Bruce Houghton

Lots of real practical advice in this episode for anyone touring or playing out live. Episode 678: Bruce Houghton returns and we discuss is Blue Dot Fever real or is it media hype. The conversation then moves on to what musicians and bands can do when touring during tough times. Lots of real practical advice […]

June 15, 202642 min

It Is NOT About Collecting Numbers with Your Email Newsletter List, It Is About ENGAGEMENT

A 10,000-person mailing list sounds impressive until you realize the average click-through rate is often 1–3%. Episode 677: Blasko recently wrote a great piece on LinkedIn that we discuss… You are a collector, not an owner. A 10,000-person mailing list sounds impressive until you realize the average click-through rate is often 1–3%. A 10K mailing […]

June 8, 202641 min

U.S. Festivals vs. European Festivals the Difference and Why Your Fan’s Community is Everything

What is the difference and why your fan’s community is everything. Episode 676: Michael and Blasko talk about the difference between festivals in Europe and festivals in the US. What is the difference and why your fan’s community is everything. Your community is your power. The Music Biz Weekly has moved… to a NEW […]

May 25, 20261 hr 2 min

Two Managers Share Their Real World Insight & Experience & Answer How To Find a Manager

So much great insight from these two veterans. Episode 675: Giles Lavery joins Michael and Blasko. Giles wears many hats… singing lead in the bands Alacatrazz and Warlord. A&R for BraveWords Records. Managing the bands Girlschool, Warlord, Raven, Lillian Axe and others. Blasko and Giles talk all about managers and managing artists. So much great […]

May 11, 202644 min

The Live Nation Case – What This Means For Artists, Independent Venus and Fans

Remember it is always about the song. Episode 674: We are joined by Stephen Parker, Executive Director, National Independent Venue Association/NIVA. Stephen joins us ahead of the upcoming judgment, and potential appeal, in the Live Nation case, and the guilty verdict of monopolization. We really dive into what this means for artists, independent venues, and […]

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