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The New Music Business with Ari Herstand

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Dec 7, 2023 • 43min

Nashville Venue Defends Merch Fees

The podcast discusses Brooklyn Bowl Nashville's decision not to participate in a live nation's initiative and the ethics of venues keeping a percentage of artist merchandise sales. They also talk about the creation of the MLC and sponsors offering tools and platforms for artists. The general manager of Brooklyn Bowl Nashville discusses supporting the local music community and their unique offerings. They also discuss building relationships between venues and artists and the venue's merchandise policy. The hosts express their passion for the music industry.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 10min

How This Record Label Sells More Vinyl Than Streams

Terry Cole, passionate about records, operates a recording studio, Colemine Records, and Plaid Room Records. They discuss the importance of retail, independent record label marketing strategies, partnering with other labels, and how Colemine sold more physical music than digital. They explore promoting music in record stores and the reliance on algorithms vs physical stores in the music industry. They also touch on music distribution, marketing strategies for independent labels, and distribution deals.
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Nov 22, 2023 • 53min

BMG A&R on Pub Deals, Artist Development and Signing Frank Ocean

Get 25% off any Ari's Take Academy course with code ARISTAKE. Sale and enrollment both end on November 30th at 6pm PST. If you're ready to make 2024 the year for your music career, we're ready to give you the tools. Enroll today: https://aristakeacademy.com/Over the last twenty years, Tab Nkhereanye, SVP of A&R (Artists & Repertoire) at BMG has been one of the driving forces behind hitmakers and top charting songs alike. Nkheranye’s success in the music industry is unlike many, providing him one of the most unique perspectives in the field and a resume that is hard to top. His path to BMG, was not a traditional one at all, as a songwriter in the first decade of his career, he was responsible for multiple #1 hits, writing with Justin Bieber, Madonna, Mary J. Blige and Brittany Spears. On the A&R side, during more than seven years at Island/Def Jam Records, Tab was responsible for the discovery and development of Frank Ocean, Alessia Cara and many others - showing that songwriters have a place in the corner office and paving a way for others like him. Tab’s mission is to be a voice and mentor for black songwriters and young executives who are looking to carve out their own path in the industry.00:00 - Welcome04:25 - Tab Nkhereanye and his story in music12:05 - Publishing deal structures, ownership, royalties16:23 - Co-publishing deals, what it looks like for a new songwriter26:03 - What are you looking for when you are signing new songwriters?30:05 - How involved are you in the creative process?32:01 - Tab’s time at Def Jam Records and signing Alessia Cara, Frank Ocean43:40 - Developing artists and major labels47:05 - What are steps a songwriter should take when seeking a publishing deal?Subscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/new-music-business-podcast/Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpaConnect with Ari’s Take:Website: https://aristake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aris.takeX: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeThreads: https://www.threads.net/@aristake_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1Connect with Ari Herstand:Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandX: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstandConnect with Tab Nkhereanye:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tab-nkhereanye-a02b5625/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defjam_tab/Edited and mixed by Mikey EvansMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari’s Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 7min

Sync Agent Breaks Down TV, Film, Advertising Music Licensing

Explore the world of sync licensing with insights on artist representation for TV, films, and ads. Learn about challenges in music sync licensing, copyright issues, and the importance of fair compensation. Dive into the complexities of music placement fees and the impact of compensating artists fairly in the industry.
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Nov 8, 2023 • 1h 2min

Roc Nation Is Actually Developing Artists

Order THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.comLearn more about Shari Bryant and Omar Grant: https://www.rocnation.com/about/Shari Bryant is Co-President of Roc Nation Label at Roc Nation. A fearless music industry veteran, Shari began her career as an intern at Roc-A-Fella Records at 16 years old. She would go to work with Def Jam, Atlantic Records, Warner Bros, Alamo Records, until she was appointed by Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter to become Co-President of the Roc Nation Label. In her long and tenured career, she has worked with artists such as Jay-Z, Meek Mill, Nas, Rick Ross, Cam’ron, Dipset, and more.Omar Grant is currently the Co-President of Roc Nation Records. After graduating from Adelphi University, he took his first job as assistant tour manager working for Destiny’s Child, and then as tour manager for each of the three members individually including Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, and Beyonce. He would go on to with as an A&R for EMI Group Limited and Epic Records, before joining Roc Nation in 2011. Grant served as A&R on Rihanna’s first #1 debut album, Unapologetic, and would work with Rihanna on future releases. Grant has also worked with and/or introduced many other notable artists like Jay-Z, Big Sean, Shakira, David Guetta, Snoh Aalegra, Willow, Jaden Smith, Jay Electronica, Vic Mensa, and Buju Banton.04:38 - Welcome06:21 - Roc Nation - Shari and Omar’s roles at Roc Nation Label15:12 - Strategies for developing artists in a crowded space22:01 - Roc Nation’s legacy and long term vision for artists28:00 - What does Roc Nation look for when they sign a new artist?37:18 - Marketing strategies rollout for artists like Maeta45:58 - Roc Nation’s track record with signing artists and philosophy58:23 - What does it mean to you to make it in the new music business?Subscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/new-music-business-podcast/Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpaConnect with Ari’s Take:Website: https://aristake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aris.takeX: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeThreads: https://www.threads.net/@aristake_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1Connect with Ari Herstand:Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandX: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstandConnect with Roc Nation:Website: https://rocnation.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rocnation/X: https://twitter.com/RocNationTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rocnation Edited and mixed by Mikey EvansMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari’s Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 1h 17min

How Lawrence Got Live Nation To End Merch Fees

Order THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.comNew York-born siblings, Clyde and Gracie Lawrence, founded Lawrence, an eight-piece soul-pop band. Their album "Hotel TV," released under Jon Bellion's label, achieved significant success with multiple viral moments and top chart positions. Lawrence has undergone extensive touring, including a Jonas Brothers tour, a 53-city tour across North America, and a headline tour across Europe, which has substantially boosted their popularity. In addition to their musical journey, Clyde Lawrence and Jordan Cohen have played a prominent role in advocating for artists, testifying against unfair practices in the live music industry before the U.S Senate Judiciary and influencing meaningful changes.00:00 - Welcome07:29 - Tour experience, setlists, and logistics11:22 - Operating as an independent band, partnering with John Bellion, touring with a team21:16 - The dynamic within the band, Lawrence, and maintaining a tight group of people33:08 - The early years of the band38:20 - On Live Nation eliminating merch fees for certain venues, the economics of the live music industry, and representing independent artists at a Congressional hearing48:22 - Lawrence advocating for artists to Live Nation01:01:50 - Songwriting and Lawrence’s new single coming out soon01:11:13 - What does it mean to you to make it in the new music business?Subscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/nmbAri's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpaConnect with Ari’s Take:Website: https://aristake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aris.takeX: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeThreads: https://www.threads.net/@aristake_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1Connect with Ari Herstand:Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandX: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstandConnect with Lawrence:Website: https://lawrencetheband.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawrencetheband/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawrencethebandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr5v6l4EIKiImmJU-COJ0SgX: https://twitter.com/lawrencethebandEdited and mixed by Mikey EvansMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari’s Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 27, 2023 • 1h

Building an Artist Management Empire and Breaking Country Artists

Bruce Kalmick, CEO of WHY&HOW, specializes in developing country music artists and emphasizes the role of marketing and a dedicated team in breaking artists. He discusses the current state of country music, the importance of being where your audience is, and the impact of in-house marketing staff. He also talks about artist management, mental health in the industry, and starting his own record label.
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Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 9min

How Raye Zaragoza Makes a Living as a DIY Artist (Hint: Not Streaming)

LA-based singer-songwriter Raye Zaragoza discusses her experience as a DIY artist. Topics covered include her recent casting as Tiger Lily in the Broadway tour of Peter Pan, her new album and collaborations, the emotional impact of releasing music, and the process of self-releasing and creating a record label. They also delve into the definition of 'making it' in the new music business and the importance of sustainable career choices beyond album sales.
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Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 3min

Support Tours, Mental Health, the State of the Live Music Industry from a Booking Agent

Order THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.comLearn more about Daniel McCartney: https://www.outlastrecords.com/00:59 - Welcome04:47 - Daniel’s focus on mental health for musicians11:06 - What can musicians in need of mental health care do?18:29 - Daniel’s role as a booking agent and the state of touring in 202333:21 - Opening slots for bands in larger shows44:46 - Tour buy-ons for bands55:03 - How to get an agent as a band?58:28 - Outlast RecordsSubscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/nmbAri's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpaConnect with Ari’s Take:Website: https://aristake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aris.takeX: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeThreads: https://www.threads.net/@aristake_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1Connect with Ari Herstand:Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandX: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstandConnect with Daniel McCartney :Website: https://www.outlastrecords.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmccartney/X: https://twitter.com/mccartneydkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielkylemccartneyEdited and mixed by Mikey EvansMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari’s Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 1h 1min

Streaming Fraud is More Serious (and Inventive) Than You Think

Guests Andrew Batey and Morgan Hayduk from Beatdapp discuss streaming fraud and its impact on indie artists and major labels. They explain how Beatdapp catches streaming fraud and the challenges faced by legitimate artists. The podcast also touches on the role of streaming services in addressing fraud and the complexities of making a living as an artist in the streaming era.

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