Music Biz Weekly Podcast | Michael Brandvold Marketing

Never Lose The Fan Perspective, You are Creating Lasting Memories for Your Fans

by Rai Beardsley | Oct 12, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Paul Gargano, a music manager with a background in journalism and former editor of Metal Edge magazine, discusses trends in the music business Episode 690: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Paul Gargano, a music manager with a background in journalism and former...

Stanley Simmons, A New Band with a Deep Family Legacy How Does that Play Into Marketing

by Rai Beardsley | Oct 5, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

The marketing challenges faced by Stanley Simmons, the singer-songwriter duo consisting of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley’s sons, Evan and Nick Episode 689: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast discussed the marketing challenges faced by Stanley Simmons, the...

BLASKO is Back from the ROB ZOMBIE Tour! What Can You Learn from the ROB ZOMBIE Tour?

by Rai Beardsley | Sep 28, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Strategies for opening acts to maximize their opportunities, including reading the audience, incorporating familiar covers into sets, showcasing band members’ talents, and engaging directly with fans after performances. Episode 688: Michael and Blasko discussed...

Fans Are Excited, Ready to Buy So Why Is It So Hard to Give Bands Money At Times?

by Rai Beardsley | Sep 14, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Traditional sales department roles within the music industry have been eliminated, leaving artists to handle sales responsibilities. Episode 687: Michael and Blasko discussed a major frustration shared by both as fans and business professionals – the inability...

Our Music Histories – First Albums, First Concerts, Memorable Shows, Surprisingly Tastes

by Rai Beardsley | Sep 7, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

Michael and Blasko discuss their personal music histories in a fun, profile-focused episode. Episode 686: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Michael and Blasko discussing their personal music histories in a fun, profile-focused episode. They shared stories about...

Two Things Every Band Overlooks (But Shouldn’t)

by Rai Beardsley | Aug 31, 2026 | Audio, Marketing, Music Biz Weekly Podcast, Music Marketing, Videos

How authenticity applies to artists at every career stage, from new independent artists to established veterans. Episode 685: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Blasko and Michael discussing two essential practices that every band should implement but often...