Break The Business Podcast

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan discusses a recent article in Synchblog by Bas Grasmayer called "How Musicians Gamify Their Fanbases." Ryan uses the article to have a broader discussion about internal motivation and how musicians can use video game psychology to incentivize their fan bases to help promote the musician's career. You can check out Grasmayer's article at http://www.synchblog.com/projecting-trends-how-musicians-gamify-their-fanbases/In the second segment, Shawnee Kilgore stops by for an interview. Shawnee is a folk americana artist who recently released an EP, "Back to Eden," in which she collaborated with Hollywood writer/director/producer Joss Whedon. Shawnee talks to Ryan about collaborating with Whedon and how she was able to write a new song for a week for over three years. Check out Shawnee's awesome music by visiting www.shawneekilgore.com.In the final segment, Ryan talks about Obasi Shaw, a Harvard student who just graduated after submitting a groun

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan discusses a recent Hypebot article about friend-of-the-show 23rd Hour's effective music launch. Find out about how building your music launch around a good cause can be a win-win. Ryan also talks about CD Baby's recent acquisition of show.co and what it can mean for your music promotion.In the second segment, lawyer and internet business expert Richard Chapo stops by. Richard talks to Ryan about building a website effectively and navigating legal pitfalls along the way. You can follow Richard on Twitter @richardachapo and you can find him on his website www.socalinternetlawyer.com.In the final segment, Ryan provides his thoughts on the recent news about American Idol returning to TV. He also breaks down Eurovision with friend-of-the-show Elisa Melendez. You can follow her @elisarockdoc.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 @rya

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave talk about how today is Ryan's wedding anniversary, and he is spending it recording an episode (definitely a bad idea). We also answer a listener question about getting mechanical licenses for your cover songs (definitely a good idea). R & D break down how to do cover songs legally and discuss the services that you can use to make the process easy for you.In the second segment, pop musician and actress Emii stops by. She talks about how she makes her fantastic music videos (which have been viewed millions of times on YouTube) and provides excellent insight on finding your voice and being true to yourself as an artist. We also play her new single "Wait." Check her out at her website www.emii.net and follow her on Twitter @emiimusic.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave break down the upcoming summer movies and provide a spoiler-free review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.Thank you all very much for listening! Rate/review/subsc

Hi Podcast Listeners! We had some technical difficulties this week. Our full show came out unlistenable, but we did preserve a fantastic interview with California-based jazz-pop duo 23rd Hour and we are pleased to play it for you this week. They talked about they awesome music launch strategy and how they were able to make their album "Perfect Strangers" a top release on iTunes. You can find out more about them at 23rdhr.com.Also, Ryan has announced his launch date for the audiobook version of Break the Business: Declaring Your Independence and Achieving True Success in the Music Industry! You can get your copy of the Ryan-narrated audiobook on June 2nd! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Easter, Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan and Dave answer a listener question about copyright registration. They also discuss the recent news involving Alanis Morissette's former business manager Jonathan Schwartz and his embezzlement of $7 million from his clients. R & D talk about how the story underscores the importance of having accounting and audit rights provisions put into any agreement involving someone managing an artist's money.In the second segment, music industry consultant and Women of Substance founder Bree Noble stops by for an interview. She provides Ryan with a lot of fantastic insight about house concerts, empowering women in music, and busting music industry myths. You can find Bree's outstanding platforms Women of Substance at www.wosradio.com and the Female Entrepreneur Musician Podcast at www.femusician.com.In the final segment, Dave shares his excitement over the new Star Wars trailer and Star Wars park at Disney. R & D also discuss the n

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!This week, Ryan and Dave talk about two pieces of legislation that have huge implications for artists and how they get paid. The Fair Play Fair Pay Act and the PROMOTE Act can help artists get paid when their songs are played on the radio. Listen in this week and find out how you can help support these important bills.in the second segment, indie folk artist Jessica Allossery stops by for an interview. She talks about getting her music on SiriusXM, her recent experience being mistreated by a folk music show, and her upcoming US house concert tour. She gives great advice on how to set up your own house concerts. She is a fantastic artist! Check out her blog at www.thelovelyindie.com. In the third segment, we do a round of Dave's Movie Minute and Canada Town or Hoser Talk. Good times had by all!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 @meta

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading.On today's show, Ryan looks awful.In the first segment, Dave makes fun of Ryan for being ridiculously jet lagged after Ryan's trip to China. Dave also discusses his trip to Disney over the weekend. Ryan then discusses a recent article by the Rock Star Advocate about networking and connecting with others in the industry. You can find her article here: http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/why-youre-not-getting-what-you-want.html. In the second segment, acclaimed indie artist JP Kallio and tech entrepreneur Rory O'Farrell stop by to discuss Rory's new music platform Melosity. Melosity is a web-based recording platform that allows musicians to collaborate on recording projects from anywhere in the world in real time. JP also provides some tips on how to collaborate with other musicians in your music career. You can find out more about Melosity by visiting www.melosity.com and you can check out JP's music at jpkalliomusic.com.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave talk about

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, musician Evan Lamb guest hosts with Ryan and Dave. They discuss Erin M. Jacobson's recent article about the Copyright Royalty Board hearings and how they affect indie songwriters. They also talk about Ed Sheeran's recent copyright issue with the writers of the TLC song "No Scrubs."In the second segment, Marcio Novelli and Ross Barber-Smith of the Bridge the Atlantic podcast stop by to talk about their acclaimed show. Marcio also discusses his fantastic indie music career and how to make great music videos. Ross (who founded the web design firm Electric Kiwi) gives some great tips about building your website. Check out Bridge the Atlantic by visiting bridge-the-altlantic.com. Check out Marcio’s music by visiting marcionovelli.com and Check out Ross’ design company Electric Kiwi at electrickiwi.co.uk.In the final segment, Ryan, Dave, and Evan give you the pop culture talk you so badly crave. Dave and Evan get into a fight about Lars Ulrich's dru

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Chance the Rapper's recent comments about his relationship with Apple Music, his status as an indie artist, and his thoughts on streaming. R & D are big fans of Chance's tremendous career as an indie artist and are also big fans of his support for public education. Lots of great advice in this segment about what it truly means to be an indie artist and how to keep more of your streaming dollars.In the second segment, show-favorite The Droids join us for a new interview. The Droids are a husband-and-wife synth rock duo who recently had a great article written about them in the blog Mindful Machines (https://mindfulmachines.wordpress.com/2017/03/06/lets-get-digital/). The Droids talk to Ryan and Dave about that article and also do a second installment of answering music and parenting questions in a rapid-fire format. Check out The Droids' awesome music by visiting thedroids.bandcamp.com and by visiting patreon.com/thedr

Hi Podcast Listeners! Thanks for downloading. Ryan is traveling this week, and so this episode will feature two of Ryan's favorite interviews from past episodes. First, Ryan sits down with Patreon CEO and co-founder Jack Conte. Jack gives tips on being successful on his platform and why it could represent the future of how indie musicians earn in the music business. Next, Ryan interviews jazz musician Mandy Harvey. Mandy has released three acclaimed albums despite being completely deaf. Her story will inspire you and motivate you to become your best self in your own career. 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! Thanks for downloading.In the first segment, Ryan talks about the Oscars and answers a listener e-mail about whether indie musicians can still achieve success in the age of streaming. Is there still a place for indie artists in the music business when they are only making fractions of a penny per stream? Ryan answers this with an emphatic "yes," and notes that now has never been a better time to be an indie artist, even with the new challenges presented by changes in technology and the way people consume music.In the second segment, indie artist and Go Girls Music executive director Rorie Kelly stops by. She discusses the challenges that women face in the music industry and how men can be better allies. She also talks about Go Girls' upcoming Ladies in the House Online Music Festival. The Festival is currently seeking participants. If you are a female artist or a member of a band with at least one female member, you can sign up by visiting bit.ly/2lFGrg5.In the final segment, Ryan discus

Hi Podcast listeners! Thanks for downloading!In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss potential changes to copyright law and how they can affect independent artists. R & D specifically talk about why it is important for indie artists to fight (1) against changes to the notice-and-takedown procedures in the DMCA and (2) for an increase in streaming payments to songwriters. In the second segment, the Portland-based musical duo The Doubleclicks stop by. They talk about playing to their unique fan base, diversifying revenue streams in their career, and effective crowdfunding. The Doubleclicks' Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming album "Love Problems" is going on now. Give them some support here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/angelar/the-doubleclicks-new-album-love-problems.In the final segment, Ryan and Dave talk about the Oscars and their high-stakes Oscar bet: Ryan and Dave made picks on all of the categories. Whoever gets the fewest picks right has to do an entire Podcast episode while jogging on a t

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