The Bob Lefsetz Podcast Gary Spivack
Jul 18, 2024
Gary Spivack, talent buyer for Danny Wimmer Presents rock festivals, discusses building festival lineups, challenges in the music industry like Woodstock 50, securing headliners, emerging bands, and the impact of festivals on band careers. Insights on budgeting, booking strategies, rising headliner prices post-COVID, and the importance of rock streaming. Reflections on memorable career moments, family dynamics, and unity in the rock world.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Rock Festival Insights with Gary Spivett
01:30 • 11min
Evolution from Record Labels to Music Festivals
12:48 • 7min
Transition, Challenges, and Reflections in the Music Industry
19:46 • 14min
Discussing Festival Planning, Talent Cycles, and a Rock 'n Roll Scam
33:24 • 4min
Organizing and Budgeting for Music Festivals
37:26 • 14min
Challenges of Securing A-list Headliners for Music Festivals
51:06 • 5min
Exclusive Acts, Emerging Bands, and Festival Ticket Options
55:49 • 12min
Discussing the Impact of Festivals on a Band's Career Growth
01:08:05 • 5min
Rising Headliner Prices and Booking Strategies in the Music Industry Post-COVID
01:13:00 • 14min
01:26:53 • 4min
Rock Music Streaming and Festival Organization
01:30:24 • 12min
Challenges and Strategies in the Rock Music Industry
01:41:55 • 19min
Memorable Moments and Career Evolution
02:01:17 • 10min
Family, Rock World, and Unity Reflections
02:11:16 • 4min