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The Biztape

The Biztape is a weekly podcast that serves as a catch-all for music business and media news of the week. As music industry professionals themselves, hosts Colin McKay and Joe Wasilewski provide insight into the technical and business world of these closed curtain industries drawing from their research and expertise. No topic is off-limits when discussing these secretive and elusive industries. Check out The Biztape! Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tiktok: @Thebiztape Email:

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53:25

How Many People Actually Listen to Vinyl

The Biztape ·

2023/05/03

This week the boys dive into the historic world of Vinyl and record players as sales continue to grow way beyond the industry’s expectations and completely engulfing its CD competition. What does this mean for environmental waste and will this continue to grow for years to come? Last, Adidas is being sued by the very people who own it - it’s shareholders. Since Kanye has been booted out of the company and the yeezy line dropped the company has experienced some harsh realities (some of which may have

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53:14

Frank Ocean's Coachella

The Biztape ·

2023/04/26

Frank Ocean makes his long awaited return to the live space at the world’s most upfront festival, Coachella. As rumor and mystery of the performance surround the event, join Colin and Joe as they dig deep into what is alleged and what effects this has on big festivals. He at least played “Chanel” right? This, an ice rink, and more this week on the Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Frank Ocean and

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60:39

Why This Drake AI Could Be the 'Next Napster Moment'

The Biztape ·

2023/04/19

Drake is infuriated as AIs rip his likeness across the internet but one notable one has risen to the surface. The villain-esq artist “Ghostwriter” is ready to bring bigger questions to music rights holders. Where do AI copyright and trademark begin and human artists end? While, TikTok continues the fight with the US government…. Another Bytedance app rises right in front of everyone eyes… This and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email:

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63:52

The Twitter Dumpster Fire

The Biztape ·

2023/04/12

TWITTER IS ON FIRE….STILL…… But wait it gets worse as Elon introduces more features and lack there of for Twitter Blue. Taking away standard features from consumers and causing an uproar, can Twitter recover? Music Business Worldwide writes that maybe the music industry could take a page from Elon. Come discover the new territory and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Twitter

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58:27

The Start of Label Layoffs?

The Biztape ·

2023/04/05

Big Tech was first but now is music on the cusp of big layoffs as well? Warner draws attention for big staff cuts and even bigger budget cuts. They say it's for restructuring for the long term but could Warner be the first of many?Also, Disney announces cuts of its metaverse division. Not even Mickey Mouse can get people to try the metaverse…. This and more on the Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Warner’s Big Budget

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59:46

TikTok Chew'd Out By Congress

The Biztape ·

2023/03/29

TikTok’s Ceo has been called to talk to a congressional committee about personal data and if the Chinese government has access. While the intelligence committee warns, public interest appears to be waning. Also, radio appears to be headed closer to its slow death as UMG and other labels start to pull money from the space. This and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: TikTok’s Ceo in

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63:57

AI in Music: A Tool or a Weapon

The Biztape ·

2023/03/22

The boys explore what makes the music industry shiver, social media and AI. Twitter is coming under fire as many industry leaders say licensing agreements have stalled. Elon may have more than just employee layoffs to deal with it…. While, AI creeps into the music space more and more a huge campaign to support human creativity has begun. Is AI a tool or a harbinger of doom? This and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email:

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61:11

Jamie Lee Curtis, Coldplay and an Industry Debate

The Biztape ·

2023/03/15

This week the boys explore Jamie Lee Curtis’ live music opinions as she shifts mindsets over whether the culture asks fans to stay out too late and if there is room for midday shows. Later, Live Nation and Ticketmaster shift business tactics as public opinion has deteriorated the brand for consumers and U.S. lawmakers alike. With this be enough to get the brand back on the right track? This and more every week on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email:

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69:55

Tiktok Steps Closer to Being Banned?!

The Biztape ·

2023/03/08

Boys examine greater trends in streaming and how streaming could be looking at older generations to generate growth. While, Joe Biden is the last step to approving the ability to ban Tiktok in the US after a house bill was approved. It isn’t so cut and dry though… Why is this happening and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Streaming looks

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62:56

YouTube and Spotify's New Eras

The Biztape ·

2023/02/22

This week the boys discuss YouTube’s CEO Susan Wojcicki stepping down as silicon valley loses more female leaders as the digital economy shifts under TikTok’s disruption. Later, Spotify is getting a bump up in stock price as an activist shareholder pushes the arrow up. Will Spotify win the pricing game or is this temporary? This and more every week on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Big Youtube

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78:34

Rihanna's Super Bowl

The Biztape ·

2023/02/15

Colin’s Conspiracy hat is back on with TikTok’s surprising new test in Australia. Do all signs point to TikTok taking a stand against traditional labels? Also, Joe brings us to speed on the surprising economics of this year’s Super Bowl with Rihanna. Rihanna may be racking it personally but not in the ways you might think. This and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Is TikTok up to

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56:46

The 65th Grammys Recap: The Best, The Worst and The...

The Biztape ·

2023/02/08

After giving their picks to win, the boys see the results of the 65th Grammy Awards. The boys discuss the big 4 categories and the biggest surprises of the night. Could this be the Grammys landing on solid ground or same old same old? This, the results of our fan poll, and more on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztapeEmail: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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63:17

Rick Astley VS Yung Gravy

The Biztape ·

2023/02/01

No its not a Rick Roll….. Rick Astley is going after Yung Gravy but this is not an ordinary copyright case. In fact, it has nothing to do with copyright and could rip open the industry for 1000s of lawsuits. While, Justin Bieber joins old veterans selling off his catalog. At 28, could this be a huge mistake for Justin in the middle of his career? This and more on The Biztape! Grammy Big 4

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60:16

Spotify Layoffs and LiveNation Anti-Trust

The Biztape ·

2023/01/25

The week the boys discuss the long awaited Live Nation/Ticketmaster Senate Judiciary Committee hearing over the Taylor Swift presale disaster as well as Live Nation critisisms that they are a monopoly. Also, Spotify is cutting 6% of their workforce as most every big company in tech are laying people off. Is this a greater sign for the overall economy and how will this impact the music industry’s health. This and more every week on The Biztape! Grammy Big 4

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69:21

TikTok's Ads Are Racing to the Bottom

The Biztape ·

2023/01/22

This week the boys dive into the historic case of Fogerty Vs. Zaentz as John Fogerty finally regains majority ownership over his publishing rights for the Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) catalog and what that means for Fogerty as well as how this decades long battle impacted the music industry. Later, TikTok offers lower add pricing in the hopes of increasing their client base. What does this mean for the company with a creator fund royalty payout system that is under intense scrutiny? This and

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66:08

Numbers That Will Run Music in 2023

The Biztape ·

2023/01/11

Joe and Colin give a big forecast of 2023 with the big numbers that will shape the music business. Diversification of income rules the business but could be eroding the power of superstars. Could Spotify be up for acquisition by big tech? This, why Colin was crying on a plane to Mariah Carey and more on The Biztape! Grammy Big 4 Poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform?usp=sf_link Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok:

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100:49

The Grammys 2023 Part 2: Album of The Year

The Biztape ·

2023/01/04

PART 2.... The last of the big 4 categories: Album of The Year. The most material and the most to examine. Join the boys through this diverse group of albums from the best of 2022 and the questionable... GRAMMY POLL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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101:08

The Grammys 2023 Part 1: Best New Artist, Record, and...

The Biztape ·

2022/12/28

The Boys go through 3 out of the big four categories with Best New Artist, Record and Song of the Year. Hard decisions all around this year. Who would you pick? Vote in our form below! GRAMMY POLL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewformSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:09

The End of the EXIT IN....

The Biztape ·

2022/12/21

Colin digs deep and is able to scrounge up streaming numbers from all of the top 5 players in music streaming. The boys discuss who is on top, why, and more importantly why one notably streaming service let the #1 spot through their grasp. Joe brings it back to Colin’s backyard with the story of the historic EXIT IN. After being bought out by a major capital firm, can the diverse 50 year old venue weather the storm of a regime change? Or will it be a shell of its former self? This and more on The

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70:12

Another TikTok Ban?!?

The Biztape ·

2022/12/14

This week the boys discuss radio failings, label successes, and streaming growth with consumer reports as well as what the future of the music industry may be like as it recovers strongly from COVID. Later, TikTok is getting banned!!! At least… some people are tying to make that happen. Is it truly a threat to national sucurity or is it just a political play? This and more every week on The Biztape! Socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email:

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