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We’re kicking off February with a roundup of new music we enjoyed from January, along with a few industry headlines, including the Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees and a recent copyright case involving Drew Barrymore.

Resources:

Songwriters HOF Inductees

Drew Barrymore Copyright Infringement Case

New Music:

Amanda McCarthy: "LOL WTF"

BANDANA CHEYENNA: "The Artist's Pilgrimage: ACT 1: THE DREAM"

Kate Cosentino and Melina KB: "Two Kids in a Trench Coat"

SJ McDonald: "You Say Vegas"

Kalea Jordan: "Alarm"

Megan Moroney: "Wish I Didn't"

Harry Styles: "Aperture"

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Before producers were household names, Joe Meek and Sam Phillips were quietly (and sometimes chaotically) changing the sound of popular music. In this episode, we explore how Meek’s DIY experimentation and Phillips’ work at Sun Records helped launch new sounds, new artists, and a whole new way of thinking about recording.

Resources:

Joe Meek

Sam Phillips

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Welcome to our new monthly series, "Widening The Lens", where we invite guests onto the pod to broaden our perspectives about different aspects of the music industry. Our guest for the inaugural episode is our good friend and collaborator, Sammy Kay.

Sammy Kay is an independent folk-pop singer-songwriter based in Nashville, TN. Her music inspirations include Taylor Swift, Ingrid Michaelson, and Vance Joy. She just released two new singles last year titled “Baby Shower” and “Pearl” that you can find on all streaming platforms!

Go give Sammy a follow and check out her music here!

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Welcome back to the latest part in the Artist Inventory series, a dive into how to build an EPK. EPKs are essential tools for artists looking to book gigs, gain press, and showcase their work to potential industry collaborators. Join us for a discussion on the elements that make up an EPK as well as other tips and tricks to set you up for success.

Resources:

Earlier Podcast Episode: How to Tour as an Independent Artist

How to Create a Successful EPK

How to Create an EPK for Musicians

How to Write an Effective Musician Biography

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Happy New Year, everyone! We're kicking off our first episode of 2026 with a chat about new music and music news, including the Songwriters' Hall of Fame Induction nominees and more!

Resources:

Songwriters Hall of Fame Nominees

Songwriters Will Get Paid More for Streaming Royalties Starting Today

Amanda McCarthy's "Lifeline (Healed)"

BANDANA CHEYENNA's "Colorado Baby" and "Back to Light"

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For our final episode of the year, we’re hitting pause and looking back on the music that defined it for us. We talk favorite albums and songs, artists we loved seeing live, shows we played ourselves, and the moments that made this year unforgettable. We also look ahead to what’s next, sharing a few goals and hopes for the year to come. Thanks for being part of the ride — we’ll see you next year.

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In this episode, we kick things off with a run-through of the history of music videos from technical invention to MTV to YouTube before getting into why they still matter today, just for totally different reasons. We talk branding, storytelling, fan connection, and why videos aren’t about chasing TV play anymore… but they do still shape how an artist shows up in the world.

Resources:

The Music Video: Before Television

Music Video - Wikipedia

How YouTube Changed The Music Industry Forever

MTV & The Birth of Viral Marketing

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AI “artists” showing up on charts? Yeah… we have thoughts. We run through a few of the names popping up, why it’s frustrating to see them take up space, and why the chart they landed on isn’t even that important. Plus, we get into why AI can’t replace real human creators—no matter how good the tech gets.

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