Music Biz Weekly Podcast | Michael Brandvold Marketing

“Are there other options to get my work out there?” Episode 638: Below is a comment by someone who had their business of 10 years destroyed by Facebook. We use this as an example of why you should never put all your eggs in one basket. Do not give up on social media, but do […]

Create engaging fan experiences and new revenue streams with a personalized mobile app. Episode 637: Dave Cool returns to talk about his new role with My Seat Media. My Seat creates a mobile app fan club for artists. Create a new recurring revenue stream with a subscription fan club. Own your audience. Create engaging fan […]

We discuss a listener question this week. Episode 636: We discuss a listener question this week, @leegerstmann “Hi Michael and Jay. I have a question. I’m wondering your opinions. If, let’s say, I’m working for a musician, would you think I ought not tell the musician about my own music? Or, does it depend upon […]

You are not the star. You work for the star. Episode 635: Do you work with a band or musician? Are you on their team in some capacity? Never forget this valuable lesson… you are not the star. You work for the star. Don’t let your ego and sense of entitlement make you think you […]

What can you do to make even more money from YouTube. Episode 634: Randall Foster from Symphonic Distribution joins to discuss many topics, including their Ultimate Guide for a Kickass Year 2025. We touch on many points, such as YouTube and TikTok monetization. What can you do to make even more money from YouTube. How […]

We aren’t talking about using AI to record music or make videos. Episode 633: How are we using AI and how musicians can start using AI. We aren’t talking about using AI to record music or make videos, not even how to use it to make photos. We discuss real tasks, tasks that you probably […]

We share some frustrations when trying to claim an artist profile on Spotify For Artists Episode 632: We share some frustrations when trying to claim an artist profile on Spotify For Artists. It seems to be becoming more difficult for profiles to be claimed. It should be easier for artists. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner. […]

How you can prepare if TikTok is banned again Episode 631: We discuss what happened with TikTok during the initial 14 hour US ban of the app. Were there any work arounds to access the app? We then discuss what is currently happening with TikTok over the next 90 days that is available. Finally we […]

LA Fire events, donations and resources for musicians and music professionals Episode 630: This episode we review Hypebot’s continuously updated a list of LA Fire events, donations and resources for musicians and music professionals. The stories of loss and devastation in Los Angeles including for tens of thousands working in music are unimaginable. But there […]

Jay, Bruce, and Michael discussed the challenges and opportunities in the music industry, particularly in relation to digital service providers and fan engagement. T Episode 629: Music Industry Challenges and Opportunities Jay, Bruce, and Michael discussed the challenges and opportunities in the music industry, particularly in relation to digital service providers and fan engagement. They […]

We share three predictions for the music business in 2025. Episode 628: We share three predictions for the music business in 2025. 1. Short form video and Spotify Clips. 2. Challenges of touring post pandemic. 3. Artificial Intelligence. Download Jay Gilbert’s Release Planner. – https://bit.ly/39EDAyD Download Michael Brandvold Release Checklists. – https://bit.ly/3ue9X0m Our Sponsors: • […]

Social media is a reflection of you. If it isn’t working, you can improve everything. Episode 627: This week we finish off the MUSICIANS: 11 HARD TRUTHS list, with items 8 thru 11. 1. Streaming is the best thing that ever happened to the music industry, you have more control than ever before. 2. Short […]

Announce your tour dates on your website and socials and collect presale signups for every show. Episode 626: Fabrice Sergent from Bandsintown joins us this week to discuss their new Presale feature. Launch presales for your tours & events. Announce your tour dates on your website and socials and collect presale signups for every show. […]

If you are having to book yourself and have difficulties finding venues and talent buyers, Booking-Agent.io might just be to solution you need. Episode 625: Benji Stein joins us to talk about Booking-Agent.io… if you are having to book yourself and have difficulties finding venues and talent buyers, this might just be to solution you […]

You are obsessed with numbers, but the wrong ones. Episode 624: This week we start discussing 11 hard truths for musicians. You might not like this list, but it is true and we discuss each item below… MUSICIANS: 11 HARD TRUTHS 1. Streaming is the best thing that ever happened to the music industry, you […]

Far more than just notes on a page, Prestini’s works give voice to those whom society has silenced. Episode 623: Composer Paola Prestini has cultivated a uniquely expansive and humanistic musical voice, through pieces that transcend genre and discipline, and projects whose global impact reverberates beyond the walls of the concert hall. Far more than […]

Implement an 80/20 rule in social media posting: 80% engaging content, 20% promotional content. Episode 622: Jay and Michael discussed the importance of artists engaging with their audience on social media, emphasizing the need for a balance between self-promotion and genuine interaction. They also explored strategies for creating engaging content, avoiding sensitive topics, and leveraging […]

The upcoming change in YouTube Shorts’ video length from 60 seconds to 3 minutes, set to take effect on October 15th Episode 621: Michael and Jay discuss some recent news… increased length of YouTube Shorts and Spotify year-end Wrapped video Clips. The upcoming change in YouTube Shorts’ video length from 60 seconds to 3 minutes, […]

The recurring problem of artists not having access to their own login credentials for various platforms. Episode 620: Michael and Jay discussed the common issues they face in their work with clients in the music industry. They highlighted the recurring problem of clients not having access to their own login credentials for various platforms such […]

You just got offered a record deal, here are some red flags to look out for before you sign the deal.. Episode 619: You just got offered a record deal, here are some red flags to look out for before you sign the deal. Before you sign that record deal… take a look at the […]