Break The Business Podcast

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, Ryan and Dave talk about their upcoming trip to see John Wick: Chapter 2. They are quite excited about it. They also discuss a recent Ari Herstand Bandzoogle article, "How (and Why) to Hit the Road." If you are wondering how to put together an effective tour without a booking agent, this episode is for you. You can find Herstand's article here: www.bandzoogle.com/blog/how-and-why-to-hit-the-road.In the second segment, singer-songwriter (and one of Ryan's favorite artists) Marian Call stops by for her second visit to the Podcast. She discusses her upcoming album "Standing Stones," which is available on February 24th. Marian gives lots of great tips on effective crowdfunding as well. Don't miss this interview! Check out more of Marian's fantastic work by visiting www.mariancall.com.In the final block of the show, Ryan debuts a new "Music Jerk of the Week" segment and Ryan and Dave break down the Grammys. As you can imagine, Dave is mad about Met

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan gives his thoughts on how to improve the Grammys and gives the latest updates in the Kesha/Dr. Luke case. This leads to a broader discussion about the dangers of 360 provisions in record deals and why it is important for artists do not agree to those sorts of arrangements.In the second segment, singer/actress/model/author Laura Powers stops by. She talks about her Behind the Music Podcast, tells Ryan's future (she's a psychic!), and has a discussion with Ryan about the importance of combining your artistic skills as an artist to create unique content that resonates with your fans. You can find out more about her many amazing projects by visiting www.laurapowers.net.In the final segment, Ryan previews the first chapter of his upcoming Break the Business Audiobook.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldav

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading! This week, Ryan and Dave discuss an update in the Kesha Dr. Luke case. Both sides are pressing forward with the lawsuit in New York, and things are getting contentious. R & D break down the latest complaint, discuss Kesha's allegations, and go over the dangers of exclusive recording agreements for musicians. R & D also give some you some Super Bowl talk and Metal Dave stops by for Dave's Metal Minute.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan's Book "Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Music Industry." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi Podcast Listeners! This week, Ryan and Dave answer a listener question about joint works and co-authorship and have a broader discussion on the issue. Writing songs with others is a great way to create great art, but it also presents a host of practical issues that you need to confront to make sure you don't run into trouble. Ryan and Dave discuss what you need to watch out for when collaborating on your content. R & D also talk about the best picture nominees for the Oscars, debate about the movie "A Dog's Purpose," and give their thoughts on the release of the title of the new Star Wars movie. Our favorite friend from the North CanaDave stops by as well. Fun times!Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan's Book "Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achievi

Hi Podcast Listeners! This week, Ryan interviews music educator and New Artist Model founder Dave Kusek to talk about how musicians can educate themselves and embrace their inner music entrepreneur. You can find out more about Dave's work by visiting www.newartistmodel.comThank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan's Book "Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Music Industry." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi Podcast listeners! In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Ryan's upcoming speaking engagement at the NAMM conference and the recent MGM lawsuit settlement involving unpaid interns. Ryan and Dave also discuss indie artist Danielle Ate the Sandwich and her recent project--a 24-hour album! DATS is writing, recording, and producing an entire album of songs in 24 hours and is letting her Patreon patrons watch her do it on live video. It is a great example of effective hyper-creation, fan engagement, and crowdfunding. Find out more about her by following @atethesandwich on Twitter.In the second segment, Ryan talks with Kill Rock Stars label president Dr. Portia Sabin. They talk about the future of the music industry and have a lively debate about whether artists should be involved with record labels. Dr. Sabin also has lots of great advice for musicians.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave laugh over a hilarious CraigsList posting about a man trying to find the perfect lady to accompany him to Coachella. Met

Hi Listeners! Happy 2017! In the first segment, Ryan and Dave talk about what they did over the holidays. It has been two weeks since the last episode and they missed the listeners a lot. They also talk about some insightful crowdfunding tips from Chris Robley from a recent "DIY Musician" blog post and give an update on the Phillip Phillips lawsuit that may get the American Idol star a little closer to a positive outcome against his former management company. The Phillip Phillips case serves as a useful reminder to all musicians when considering bringing a manager into their career: You cannot let the manager control you. You always have to be the boss. Your manager manages your career, but should not manage you.In the second segment, entertainment lawyer and Artist Empowerment founder Jo-Na Williams stops by. She discusses some legal pitfalls that indie artists should try to avoid and also gives some great advice on managing burnout and taking care of yourself as a human being. You can find out more about he

Happy Holidays Podcast Listeners! It is our last episode of the year. We look forward to talking with you again in 2017. This week, Ryan sits down for a special interview with the inspiring and talented singer-songwriter Mandy Harvey. After losing her hearing at the age of 18, Mandy has gone on to create three acclaimed jazz albums, perform at the Kennedy Center, and be featured in many media publications. Mandy talks to Ryan about her unique performing and songwriting process and provides some powerful insight on overcoming adversity to achieve your dreams. Mandy has become one of Ryan's favorite artists. This interview is not to be missed. Her powerful message will inspire you going into the new year. Find out more about Mandy's music and motivational speaking by visiting www.mandyharveymusic.com.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the sh

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Dave makes it clear that he is obsessed with Rogue One (he has already seen it three times) and will try to take over this week's show with Star Wars talk every chance he gets. Along the way, Ryan and Dave answer a listener question about music launches and choosing a release date for your music. Then, R & D talk about the ongoing lawsuit between Avenged Sevenfold and their former label, Warner Bros.. The suit involves Avenged terminating their agreement with Warner in 2015 under a provision of California law that allows people to terminate personal services contracts longer than seven years (which many record deals often do). The big issue in the case will be how much Avenged will owe its label in damages for the final album under the Warner deal that was never made. Listeners of the Podcast need to follow this case carefully, as its eventual resolution will have massive implications on the power struggle between labels and artists in th

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading.in the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss the recent report from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) discussing the amount of money record labels invested in A&R in 2015. The report claims that labels are investing plenty in developing artists. But is that actually true? Ryan and Dave do a deep dive into the statistics to give a realistic assessment, showing how labels are not fostering talent like they should.In the next segment, Ryan and Dave debut a new segment, "Dave Has a Big Pronouncement to Make." It is an important pronouncement that will change the way you think of dinner and dessert. Then, your favorite Break the Business Duo break down this year's slate of Grammy nominees.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Ryan's upcoming speaking engagement at NAMM. They also talk about articles in the DIY Musician and Sonic Bids about earning more money as a musician over the holidays and expanding your merchandising. In the second segment, marketing expert and 15 Second Pitch co-founder Laura Allen stops by to give tips on effective pitching. She gives concrete advice on how musicians can make strong pitches to move their careers forward. Find out more about Laura's programs by visiting www.thepitchgirl.com. In the final segment, Ryan and Dave lament the complete lack of pop culture news this week while still managing to have a fun segment playing Ryan's Twitter game.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan'

Hi, Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Ryan's exhibit at the book fair and Dave's Trip to New York during their off week. They also talk about A Day to Remember's recent court win against their record label, Victory Records. There is also a discussion of Instagram as a social media tool and doing holiday covers as a DIY artist.In the second segment, musician and blogger Ari Herstand stops by to talk about his upcoming book, "How to Make it in the New Music Business: Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician." The book will be available in print, e-book, and audio in December. Check out Ari's blog www.aristake.com for some useful tips for indie musicians. To find out more about Ari's music, visit www.ariherstand.com. Ari's book can be found at www.smarlurl.it/aribook.In the final segment, Dave takes over the block to celebrate the new Metallica album. He also gives some powerful thoughts on the death of Fidel Castro. You do

Hi, podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading.Musicians and friends of the show Evan Lamb and Elisa Melendez are in for Ryan and Dave this week both on the podcast and in these here show notes. Hi! Nice to meet you! Apologies in advance.In the first segment, Evan and Elisa discuss why the popular livestreaming service Twitch might just be the perfect supplement to your existing social media and YouTube presence. They'll tell you how to get set up, best practices when streaming, and what sets it apart from just having canned performances on YouTube or even going live on Facebook or Periscope. You can follow Elisa and Evan's own music and gaming journey on Elisa's channel (www.twitch.tv/elisarockdoc) and follow them on Twitter (@elisarockdoc and @thebigtasty). In the second segment, Ryan sits down with New-York based entertainment lawyer and adjunct professor of business law Cassandra Spangler to talk about what sort of legal services DIY musicians should seek to move their careers forward. You can find out mor

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss this week's election and have a concrete policy discussion on how a Donald Trump presidency could affect indie artists. It is an uncertain political environment, and the future has both positive and negative implications for DIY musicians. How will Trump's policies affect musicians? Find out!In the second segment, indie folk band The Krickets stop by. Fresh off a big night at the Independent Music Awards where they won Folk Song of the Year, The Krickets talk with Ryan and Dave. They discuss their big win, working together as a band, and how to make a great album in a top-shelf studio without exhausting your resources. Find out more about this amazing band by visiting www.thekrickets.com and get a hold of their album "Spanish Moss Sirens," available now!In the final segment, we bring you the funny. CanaDave stops by to talk to Americans who want to move to his home country. And Metal Dave joins us for "Dave's Metal Minute

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, Ryan and Dave talk about Dave's recent trip to L.A. and give tips on how to make videos of cover songs legally. This is all the more important in light of the flurry of takedown notices being sent by Universal Music to Facebook users. Cover videos are a great way to move your music career forward. Learn how to do it safely.In the second segment, Ryan sits down with musician, consultant, and Make Creativity Pay founder Leanne Regalla. Leanne's story is an inspiring one for musicians to hear, and she gives great tips on how to make money from your creative passion and manage your time effectively. You can find out more about her work by visiting makecreativitypay.com.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Ryan's audiobook, give a spoiler-free review of Doctor Strange, and discuss the Cubs winning the world series. Funny stuff here!Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Brea

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading. This week, Ryan talks about the death of Vine and the important lessons musicians need to learn from its demise. Ryan also talks about his experience in the recording studio narrating the Break the Business audiobook, which will be available soon.In the second segment, acclaimed music entrepreneur and Cyber PR founder Ariel Hyatt stops by to discuss effective crowdfunding strategies and her new book "Crowdstart: The Ultimate Guide to a Powerful and Profitable Crowdfunding Campaign," which is available now. Ariel is super knowledgeable and a true friend of DIY artists. This interview is not to be missed!Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan's Book "Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Mus

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!In our first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss how musicians should embrace non-music content to further their careers. In the New Music Industry, it is important to take inventory of your non-music strengths, and find a way to leverage those strengths to move your career forward. You are more than the music you play, and you should use those extra skills to reach new heights.In the second segment, musician/marketer/entrepreneur James Taylor stops by to share his expertise. James is the founder of the Music Business Institute and the Creative Life Podcast. He gives lots of great insight on how to become a prolific content creator. You can find out more about his work by visiting jamestaylor.me.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave give you the pop culture discussions that you love to hear. They talk about the new Nintendo Switch, the Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer, Westworld, Luke Cake, and the latest Wolverine movie, "Logan." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading this week.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss last week's Rorie Kelly interview and Dave provides some interesting insight on the current composition of women in the executive ranks of major labels. Ryan and Dave also discuss the recent lawsuit between 19 Recordings and Sony Music. At issue in the case is whether Sony is shortchanging its artists by paying out streaming revenue at an unfairly low rate. The case underscores the outdated contractual structures that labels continue to embrace (to the detriment of its artists) even as the music industry continues to rapidly change.In the second segment, musician, marketing expert, and Music Marketing Manifesto founder John Oszajca stops by to talk about his years as a label artist. He also gives some very useful marketing tips and discusses how artists can market themselves effectively even on a limited budget. Check out John's enriching music marketing training programs by visiting musicmarketingmanifesto.com.

Hi Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave talk about Adele's latest album going Diamond (10x Platinum) and the implications it has for DIY artists and the music industry as a whole. They also discuss the recent Jesse Sterling Harrison article in SonicBids, "Five Non-Musical Skills musicians should work to improve."In the second segment, Ryan interviews indie artist Rorie Kelly. In addition to being an acclaimed singer-songwriter, Rorie is also the executive director of Go Girls and writes frequently about the challenges women face in the music industry. Rorie and Ryan talk about those challenges and what can be done to improve things.In the final segment, we bring you "Dave's Metal Minute" and "Rush Song or Hoser Talk" from your favorite characters Metal Dave and Canadave. Thank you all very much for listening. Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about t

Hi Podcast listeners! This week, Ryan sits down with music marketing and digital strategy expert Michael Brandvold. Ryan and Michael talk about how DIY artists can create VIP ticketing packages without busting their budget. They also discuss the importance of creating effective websites and how to make the most of your social media presence. You can find out more about Michael's projects at michaelbrandvold.com and you can check him out on the Music Biz Weekly Podcast.Thank you all very much for listening. Rate/review/subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and SoundCloud. Like Break the Business on Facebook. Follow Ryan @ryankair and Dave @metaldave85. And tell a friend about the show! And visit www.breakthebusiness.com to get a copy of Ryan's Book "Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Music Industry." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.