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Musicians, Some Common Things That Can Help you Towards Success & Things Guaranteed to Fail

Musicians, Some Common Things That Can Help you Towards Success & Things Guaranteed to Fail

by Rai Beardsley | Jul 28, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Things that we guarantee will hurt your career. Episode 649: Jay takes the lead in this episode. We start off discussing some common things you can do that will help lead you towards success and we end we some things that will guarantee failure. We have always said if...
Before You Enter That Contest to Be Songwriter or Artist of the Year, Do Your Due Diligence

Before You Enter That Contest to Be Songwriter or Artist of the Year, Do Your Due Diligence

by Rai Beardsley | Jul 21, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

There seem to be so many contests out there going after musicians. But… are they legit? Episode 648: Jay has been getting offers quite frequently to enter many different contest… songwriter of the year, rock band of the year, website of the year, marketing campaign of...
AI Band with AI Songs Taking Over Streaming Services, Don’t Panic.

AI Band with AI Songs Taking Over Streaming Services, Don’t Panic.

by Rai Beardsley | Jul 7, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

It’s not the end of your career as a musician. Episode 647: We have commented that so much of the music business is a game of whack-a-mole. People looking to take advantage of the system before someone shuts down the “hole” they are taking advantage of. Well, AI is...
The Challenge of Wearing Multiple Hats, Being a Band Manager While Being a Touring Musician

The Challenge of Wearing Multiple Hats, Being a Band Manager While Being a Touring Musician

by Rai Beardsley | Jun 23, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

In addition to touring and recording full-time for the past 25 years, Paul Koehler is also a full-time artist manager. Episode 646: Paul Koehler, drummer for the iconic emo hardcore band Silverstein and music industry entrepreneur joins to discuss the challenges faced...
Gary Shea of New England & Alcatrazz Shares Business Lessons from His New Book

Gary Shea of New England & Alcatrazz Shares Business Lessons from His New Book

by Rai Beardsley | Jun 16, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Bassist Gary Shea has led a long career performing in 17 countries and recording music around the world. Episode 645: An outstanding account of the music business, A riveting story of determination and focus, Musical teenage dream come true, Against all odds musical...
Bandcamp Separates Itself from the Pack of Streaming Services By Being All About Community

Bandcamp Separates Itself from the Pack of Streaming Services By Being All About Community

by Rai Beardsley | Jun 9, 2025 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Bandcamp offers a sustainable path for independent musicians to thrive. Episode 644: J. Edward Keyes, the editorial director of https://bandcamp.com/, one of the most artist-friendly platforms in the industry. With over 20 years of experience writing for outlets like...
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