ABC Music Talk: Recent Episodes
Alex Branson
ABC Music Talk is a show for anyone interested in the music industry. It's premise is education through storytelling and features some of the most influential and interesting people in the global industry. Twitter/Instagram: @alexbranson https://www.facebook.com/abcmusictalk/ https://www.abcmusic.co/ / alex@abcmusic.co Theme Music: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
From creation to exit. I talk to Derek and Ed, Co-founders of LabelRadar, on the sale of their company to Beatport.
https://labelradar.com / https://dj.beatport.com/home
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Video: https://youtu.be/BoBbeMmus8g
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From creation to exit. I talk to Keith McDonnell, Co-founder of ampsuite, on the sale of his company to Beatport.
https://ampsuite.com / https://dj.beatport.com/home
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Video: https://youtu.be/LBnnwa9dESI
Music Branding: https://twitter.com/_audioassassins & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
This is a short bonus episode with some outtakes from the main interview with Alex Kane, CEO of Volta.
https://volta-xr.com/
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Video: https://youtu.be/pY1pD4GlURY
To innovate you need a vision. Alex Kane from Volta takes us into the future, through the lens of his XR infused version.
https://volta-xr.com/
Examples spoken about in the episode:
Sizzle Reel
Blessed Madonna at Boiler Room's biggest event to date
Real time audience interaction via existing 2D platforms
Anjunadeep at The Brooklyn Mirage
Imogen Heap music video
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Video: https://youtu.be/pY1pD4GlURY
A quick update 2 and a half years in. Well, slightly over that, and all explained in the episode. I talk to comparisons against previous periods, new kit and general learnings as I've continued to put this show out in to the world.
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Personal experiences inspire innovation. In this episode aslice CEO, Ethan Holben, explains DJ DVS1's wish to rebalance DJ fees with performance income for producers by creating a brand new revenue stream for them
https://aslice.com/
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Video: https://youtu.be/F0VbvphflNI
Music Branding: https://twitter.com/_audioassassins & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Musician's are the lifeblood of the music industry. We need to look after them. Naomi Pohl, General Secretary of the Musician's Union does exactly that.
https://musiciansunion.org.uk/
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Video: https://youtu.be/Xp248XX9zi8
Music Branding: https://twitter.com/_audioassassins & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.t o/egyT6i
Are we nearly there yet? We've all been coping with the impact that COVID-19 has had on us. Hospital Records co-founder Chris Goss tells his story from the Indie Label perspective.
https://www.hospitalrecords.com/
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Video: https://youtu.be/oIvbhwBc110
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Never stop learning. A phrase I live by. 2021 was yet again another challenging year globally, but I managed to record 13 incredible and varied interviews on the podcast. This is a special episode that looks back at some of the key lessons my guests passed on to us all.
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Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcaJNF0CKOlHNusPjrUfTSw/featured
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Background music doesn't immediately sound that interesting, until you realise it is everywhere. Hear how founder of Soundtrack Your Brand, Ola Sars, is unlocking its true power.
https://www.soundtrackyourbrand.com/
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Videos: https://youtu.be/KRcacTNw0us
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Teaching an old dog new tricks. Turns out you can! Vasja Veber of Viberate tells his story. Inspiring stuff!!
https://www.viberate.com/
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Videos: https://youtu.be/jo86nN-ILrI
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Live from Linecheck 2021. Interviews with delegates and speakers from this year's event, giving a flavour of what it was like to attend the show. In a word, energising.
http://linecheck.it/
Guests include:
Camille Hédouin (Mounqup), Chris Cooke (CMU), Tom Gray (#brokenrecord), Terry Tyldesley (Kit Monsters / Kat Five) , Anna Zo (Linecheck), Miguel (acordAR), Magda Cholyst (Artist In Bloom), Richard Leach (Curve)
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Videos: https://youtu.be/3B4_E-nbKP8 / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
The future of music conferences. Anna Zo of Linecheck talks innovation in connecting the music business to other industries and the general public.
http://linecheck.it/
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Videos: https://youtu.be/-1SY1w6aFjI / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmu sic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Finding it hard to run a paid ad campaign for your music? Then listen to Nick Sadler of The Label Machine break it down for you. A must listen for all artists and labels a like.
https://thelabelmachine.com/
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Videos: https://youtu.be/pR3lMYV9cPI / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
What is independence in the music business? Choice and control are key factors. So why not run your own distribution business? Now you can with Distro Direct, hear more from its founder, Andy Irvine.
https://distro.direct/
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Videos: https://youtu.be/GpAx48katVs / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
Warner Music Group, Facebook, Merlin. Senior and meaningful positions in all of them. Jeremy Sirota insightfully shares his career evolution. This is not to be missed.
https://merlinnetwork.org/ @merlinnetwork (TW/IG/FB/LI)
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Video: https://youtu.be/Tnvk2fu0Gg4 / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
COVID-19 has given many of us a chance to pause and reflect. Careers may have been part of that reflection. But how to define your mission in life, Ariane Paras of Olympia Coaching could help make that mission possible.
https://olympiacoaching.com/
https://www.instagram.com/olympiacoaching/
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Video: https://youtu.be/D3GdCO6UhhM / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
Interested in DeFi projects designed for the music industry? Then don't miss this episode of the podcast with Dan Dewar, CEO of Paperchain, which I believe tops the list.
https://paperchain.io
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Video: https://youtu.be/DfFnUWN9wzU / www.rotorvideos.com/abcmusic
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Super Fans can be the lifeblood of an Artist's career, but how best to stay in touch with them. Maybe consider a Supapass App? Founder and former artist Juliana Meyer tells all.
https://www.supapass.com/ https://www.instagram.com/supa.pass/
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/x2b7G3Mb4jA
Why do a deal? I speak with Janet Jackson's entertainment lawyer, Kamal Moo, and learn how he advises his clients on the various deals they get offered, plus we talk about his new book The Straight Forward Guide To The Music Biz.
https://books2read.com/musicbiz / www.kamalandrew.com
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/VeGCx0XwLrs
Nadia Khan lends her clear insight to the subject matter of equality in the music industry, as we once again celebrate International Women's Day on the show.
https://www.womeninctrl.com/
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/eJ2SO1qkMLs
Easy Money? Is there such a thing? Putting a record out has always cost money. Remi Harris demystifies how to raise funds, outside of the traditional route of an advance from a record label.
Follow those mentioned: @remiharrismbe / @ygn / @brightersound
Book Available:
https://payhip.com/RemiHarrisConsulting
https://books2read.com/easymoney
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/fhkqVkCDzZM
Brands and music have enjoyed a healthy relationship for many years, so much so, that for many musicians it is a key part of their revenue. I talk with Rebecca Jolly about what that relationship looks like in 2020 during the pandemic.
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/qMaL1re90cE
Recorded at https://thehalley.co.uk/
A quick 1 year anniversary episode to look back at how this podcast is progressing. In particular it serves as a look back on the 6 month update episode and where we are from then.
Podcast: www.abcmusic.co/podcast (search 'ABC Music Talk')
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
The NME is a household name in the music industry. Hear how former MD Romano Sidoli grew into the executive that took on the digitisation of the brand and his journey since.
Podcast: www.abcmusic.co/podcast (search 'ABC Music Talk')
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Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/fMdZWJJ_g_I
Video Music: Ekko Park 'All Eyes on Me (feat. Grant Nicholas)
Recorded at https://thehalley.co.uk/
Never stop learning. This episode is a chance to hear from two smart, well informed and enthusiastic individuals who have just joined the music industry. Listen to what they think, and how they have approached the creation of their management company, Ryder Management.
Some of the artists they work with:
https://www.mc4dmusic.com/
https://www.marsmusicofficial.com/
https://www.sypski.com/
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
@alexbranson (Twitter & Instagram) / https://www.facebook.com/abcmusictalk/
Video: https://youtu.be/x_LgKxFIQY4
Recorded at https://thehalley.co.uk/
There is no 'I' in Team. When you're an artist, or the manager of one, you often need to surround yourself with the best industry talent for your needs. There are endless options currently. Based on a thought-leadership piece published in Music Week by Charles, he and I discuss some of those options and the decision making process those choices become.
Music Week Article: https://www.musicweek.com/labels/read/viewpoint-kartel-music-group-s-charles-kirby-welch-on-how-artist-marketing-can-unite-the-music-industry/079825
https://kartelmusicgroup.com/
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
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Video: https://youtu.be/RwVO-bIIK2A
Recorded at https://thehalley.co.uk/
This is the final of a two part episode about the founder of JJJ Vinyl, a new UK based second hand record shop and now, record club. Joel De'ath is the A&R legend behind The Darkness, Funeral For A Friend and Get Cape, Wear Cape, Fly.
@JJJVinyl (Twitter & Instagram)
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
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Video: https://youtu.be/G0sifr_rfa0
This is the first of a two part episode about the founder of JJJ Vinyl, a new UK based second hand record shop and now, record club. Joel De'ath is the A&R legend behind The Darkness, Funeral For A Friend and Get Cape, Wear Cape, Fly.
@JJJVinyl (Twitter & Instagram)
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
@alexbranson (Twitter & Instagram) / https://www.facebook.com/abcmusictalk/
Video: https://youtu.be/Ntwfyxifc3U
Teaser episode to the forthcoming two part interview with A&R legend, Joel De'ath, who signed The Darkness, Funeral For A Friend and Get Cape, Wear Cape Fly. He and business partner James, recently opened a record shop just before the global pandemic took hold, we hear how they navigated through that, as well as Joel's 20 years in the music industry.
@JJJVinyl (Twitter & Instagram)
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
@alexbranson (Twitter & Instagram) / https://www.facebook.com/abcmusictalk/
Blockchain, went from being exciting, to a punchline in the music industry. So learning that the much respected FUGA had struck a deal with Verifi Media, it needed to be talked about.
https://www.musicweek.com/digital/read/fuga-partners-with-verifi-media-on-blockchain-metadata-service/080078
https://verifi.media/
Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
Video: https://youtu.be/jVECVx0YPXM
Music: Bryan Jones & Hugh Cleal - Pick Me Up (Scott Diaz Funk Excursion)
This episode takes you on a journey via the founder of My Runway Group, a creative agency that provides a platform for youth development. We talk about their new initiative with the Arts Council and The Tate Gallery in London.
www.myrunwaygroup.com
@myrunwaygroup on all social platforms
Music: DEJA 'Ted Talk'
Video: https://youtu.be/MpO_GodAQw8
Show Music by the Audio Assassins, more here: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk.to/egyT6i
This episode looks at the demise of a DSP that provided white label services to telcos and brands, as well as an owned radio and streaming brand called Akazoo. The point of this episode is to highlight a problem the industry faces in approaching emerging markets, which was the USP Akazoo presented to the music industry.
The report that is mentioned throughout can be found here:
https://www.qcmfunds.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Quintessential-Akazoo-Report.pdf
This is a special episode to let you all know about running a podcast, and where I am at 6 months in.
This episode discusses the well known statement "It's not what you know, but who you know".
I explores both sides to that concept, as well as its relevance in the modern music industry.
Please do send comments, feedback and suggestions for future episodes to me on Twitter via @alexbranson. If you want to send a DM, just post a message with 'Podcast DM', I'll follow you back so we can exchange direct messages.
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