The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast
The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast is consistently rated as one of the Top Music Business Podcasts.
Hosted by Taylor Swift's Former Manager Rick Barker. Rick is known for his straightforward and honest approach when it comes to the Music Business. This weekly podcast is designed to help keep you up to date with what is happening in the world of music and the latest trends when it comes to digital marketing.
Rick, also has a Subscriber ONLY Podcast that comes out daily called the "MIB Secret Society."
You can subscribe at www.rickbarker.com/secret
Latest episodes
Jan 30, 2023 • 27min
Episode 277: "Combining Your Music With Your Passion with Amy Sullivan"
In this episode, Rick speaks with Singer / Songwriter Amy Sullivan, who took a life situation she was dealt with and how she used It to inspire her music.
You can connect with Amy www.amysullivan.ca
Jan 12, 2023 • 57min
Episode 276: "The Reality Of Being Signed To a Major Label. She Went From Major Label Artist To Indie Artist."
Today my guest is Lauren Lucas. Lauren went from being signed to a Major Label to now running her Indie Career. The reality behind what a Major Label deal means for an artist will surprise, if not shock you. Her entrepreneurial mindset and the actions she is taking in her career will blow you away.
So many nuggets in this episode. You can follow Laurena and connect with her here https://www.laurenlucas.com
Nov 8, 2022 • 27min
Episode 275: Over $20 Million Will Be Paid to Indie Artists in 2022 by Songfinch
If you are a singer, songwriter, or producer, this is a must listen to episode.
Songfinch has created an opportunity that is changing the music landscape...
www.songfinch.com
Thanks to Josh Kaplan for this great introduction and opportunity...
Oct 21, 2022 • 29min
Episode 274: "An Amazing Funding Option For Your Music" Interview with BeatBread Co- Founders
Almost every artist I speak with claims that "Money or Funding" is the obstacle holding them back. Meet the co-founders of BeatBread. This might just be the solution you have been looking for.
www.beatbread.com
Aug 6, 2022 • 34min
Episode 273: Tour the World WITHOUT an Agent! Conversation with Sofar Sounds CEO Jim Lucchese
In this episode, Rick speaks with Sofarsounds CEO Jim Lucchese. Sofar has helped thousands of Indie Artist Tour The World. Many Sofar Artists have gone on the win Grammys. You are going to LOVE this conversation.
www.sofarsounds.com
Jul 6, 2022 • 44min
Episode 272: A Conversation with Abe Batshon from BeatStars
In this episode of the podcast, Rick chats with BeatStars Founder Abe Baston. This conversation is a must-listen too for all indie artists.
http://www.beatstars.com
May 12, 2022 • 31min
Episode 271: Conversation with Bandsintown CEO and Co-Founder Fabrice Sergent
In this episode, Rick talks with CEO and Co-Founder Founder Fabrice Sergent from Bandsintown. Rick was surprised to find out about all the cool tools for artists that are available on the platform.
www.bandsintown.com
Apr 26, 2022 • 28min
Episode 270: "Over 100 Shows a Year with NO Agent!" The Creative Side of Touring...
In this episode of the podcast, Rick speaks with Indie Artist Tara Brueske about how she is able to tour over 100 days a year? They discuss some non-traditional venues and how lucrative they can be.
You can learn more about Tara here https://tarabrueske.com
Apr 14, 2022 • 41min
Episode 269: $20,000 in 24 Hours with his NFT's...Music Artist Pip shares all...
In this episode, Rick sits down with music artist Pip. With a very small social following and a small audience in general, how did he do it? He shares all.
To follow Pip and see his NFT Offerings:
Social Links:
https://www.pipmusic.xyz/
https://www.instagram.com/pipmusic_/
https://twitter.com/Pipmusic_
https://www.tiktok.com/@pipmusic_?lang=en
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wYjE80aPC9C0sPFPCzyjb?si=iDflngyRQ72OTJDlqGXLEQ
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Mar 7, 2022 • 12min
Episode 268: David Crosby's advice to musicians is disturbing...“Don’t become a musician.”
Recently David Crosby made a statement in an article that got me thinking. Decide for yourself.
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