Lansdowne: Going Indie, Signing, and Taking Back Control

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Lansdowne: Going Indie, Signing, and Taking Back Control

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In this episode of the Make Our Music Podcast, the guys sit down with Sean Lichtenstein and Glenn Mungo of Lansdowne to unpack the real story behind their evolution, going indie, navigating label opportunities, losing deals, and ultimately taking back control of their career.From early regional momentum to national touring, radio success, military tours overseas, and major management shifts, Lansdowne shares the pivotal moments that shaped their sound and their mindset.They dive into:The transition from pop rock into active hard rockThe deal that fell apart after they were told it was “done”Internal band tensions and near breaking pointsRaising independent capital to fund their next phaseTouring with Pop Evil, Puddle of Mudd, Black Stone Cherry, and moreWhy stepping away from the road changed everythingHow streaming (especially Spotify) reignited the bandBreaking into Europe and building Germany into a major marketWhat “taking back control” really means as an independent bandThis episode is a masterclass in resilience, smart pivots, and long-term vision. It’s about surviving the emotional highs and lows of the industry, and learning how to build leverage instead of waiting for permission.If you’re an independent artist trying to balance creativity with ownership, this one hits deep.

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