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Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast

Interviews with music industry movers and shakers, tips, and news. Learn more at: bobbyowsinski.com.On this show, music industry guru Bobby Owsinski gives you his personal insights into the industry of music, covering industry news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers on every show! If you know Bobby, you know you"re in for an enlightening and engaging treat.So enjoy the show!

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31:25

Music Industry Veteran Predicts 2026 Trends | Bobby...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/12/30

What does the future really hold for music in 2026? In this solo episode of Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast, Bobby delivers a rapid-fire rundown of where the industry is headed, and what musicians, producers, and music pros need to prepare for right now. From AI-generated music to streaming platform shifts, gear market slowdowns, and major label controversies, these predictions cut through the hype and hit the heart of what’s changing. If you care about the music business, you can’t a...

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33:29

A Year In Review - The Music Industry In 2025 | Bobby...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/12/23

2025 was wild. Is the music business finally changing for good? In this solo edition of Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle, Bobby breaks down the most important developments across music, audio, and tech in 2025. From AI-generated hits to Spotify insiders cashing out, this episode is packed with sharp insights that every music creator, producer, or business insider needs to hear. Whether you're trying to keep up or stay ahead, this annual year-in-review will leave you better informed and ready to...

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25:38

Protecting Music Copyright in the AI Era | Bobby...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/12/16

Is your music really yours in the age of AI? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle, Marc Gray, CEO of SonicOrigin, dives into the future of audio verification. From watermarking that survives TikTok filters to tracking AI-generated content, Marc shares why authentication is becoming essential in today’s music and media industries. If you’re a creator, label, engineer or just curious about where music tech is heading, this episode will open your eyes to the tools that may soon beco...

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33:13

From Mafia Threats to Live Nation’s Courtroom | Bobby...

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2025/12/09

What happens when a teenage house party promoter takes on one of the biggest forces in live music? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle, Bobby sits down with Tommy Dorfman, a veteran club promoter and founder of Juice Entertainment. Tommy shares how he built a powerhouse promotion empire from scratch, packed out venues across New Jersey and New York, pioneered the East Coast house music scene, and went head-to-head with Live Nation. His story dives deep into the grind of promotio...

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28:52

Building Authentic Brand Connections in Music...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/12/02

What makes a brand partnership truly authentic in music today? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, Bobby sits down with Katie Nowak, VP of Marketing and Partnerships at TBA Agency, to explore how meaningful collaborations are redefining success for artists. Katie shares behind-the-scenes stories about building the “Here and There” festival with Courtney Barnett, partnering with brands like Microsoft and Levi’s, and using creative strategy to connect niche artists with deeply eng...

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35:40

What 600 Episodes Reveal About Mastery | Bobby...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Is high-end studio gear still worth it today? For this milestone 600th episode, Bobby welcomes back fan-favorite Dennis Moody, a world-renowned studio and live mixer who’s appeared on every 100th episode since the podcast’s launch. In this revealing conversation, Dennis opens up about the biggest shifts he’s seen over the last decade in music production, gear, touring, and what truly matters when it comes to crafting a great sound. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just gear-curious, thi...

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32:33

The HIDDEN Reason K-Pop Groups Succeed Today | Bobby...

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2025/11/18

What can a nightclub DJ teach you about running a business? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, we sit down with DJ, author, professor, and speaker Amani Roberts - also known as DJ AMRo - to unpack how his pivot from corporate America to the turntables led to a purpose-driven creative career. Amani shares insights from his book DJ’s Mean Business, his work teaching music business at Cal State Fullerton, and what DJing can reveal about reading a room, adapting under pressure, an...

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29:45

How a $44M Game Show Works | Bobby Owsinski's Inner...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/11/11

What does a $44 million video game sound like? This week on Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle, game composer Tim Larkin breaks down the high-stakes world of e-sports music. From scoring Dota 2 tournaments with 100-piece orchestras to building adaptive music systems that respond to gameplay, Tim reveals what it takes to create soundtracks that elevate the gaming experience. If you’ve ever wondered how music in games works or how orchestras fit into digital worlds, this episode is a must-listen. K...

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29:55

Why AI Could Be the Biggest Shift in Music History |...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/11/04

🎙️ Is AI the biggest disruption the music industry has ever seen? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle, Bobby welcomes Matt Adell, COO of Musical.ai, a trailblazer in bridging the gap between rightsholders and AI developers. With a career spanning Napster, Beatport, and Native Instruments, Matt offers deep insight into the seismic shift AI is bringing to music - bigger than file sharing or streaming. He explains how attribution, fair compensation, and licensing are being

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39:41

Why Tinnitus Keeps Increasing Worldwide | Bobby...

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2025/10/28

Why is tinnitus still a taboo in the music industry? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, Bobby dives deep into one of music’s most ignored health crises with Sven Köllmann and Jack Rubinacci of Tinnitus Quest. Tinnitus affects up to 1 billion people worldwide, yet it remains misunderstood and overlooked, even as it wrecks lives and careers. Sven and Jack explain why hearing loss is just the beginning, why research has been misdirected for years, and what it’s really like living...

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34:22

Music Licensing Expert Reveals The AI ILLUSION |...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/10/21

What if the biggest roadblock in music licensing wasn’t legal complexity, but outdated systems? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, we dive deep into the wild world of music rights with Grayson Sanders, CEO of Chordal. A former film composer turned tech founder, Grayson reveals how his sync clearing platform is transforming the way music gets licensed, making it faster, easier, and smarter. We explore the landmark TikTok deal, the rise of AI-generated music, and how real artists...

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27:26

How Independent Artists Can Maximize Merch Profits...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/10/14

How do you build merch that actually connects with fans? In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, I sit down with Seamus Menihane, CEO of Armada, a top-tier merch company helping artists, from indies to heavy hitters, turn merch into a true brand extension. If you've ever wondered what merch sells best, how to price it, or how to avoid costly mistakes, Seamus breaks it all down. With his roots as a touring drummer and years running Downright Merch, he’s built Armada into a full...

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40:04

How Mark Wood Electrified a Generation of Young...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/10/07

How Mark Wood Reinvented the Violin and Inspired a Generation On this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, I’m joined by recording artist, performer, inventor, Emmy-winning composer, and music education advocate Mark Wood. Known as the original string master of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Mark shares how he revolutionized the world of string instruments with his electric violin designs and helped ignite a movement in music education with his Electrify Your Symphony program. We explore ...

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36:52

Episode 592 - Innovative Music Licensing With Barry...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Barry Coffing has lived every corner of the music business, from opera scholarships to songwriting for Hollywood films, and now, innovating the licensing space. As founder of MusicSupervisor.com and WeGetArtists.com, Barry has reshaped how independent musicians connect with opportunities in film, TV, and beyond. In this episode, Barry shares his journey from club gigs to scoring major placements, the evolution of his licensing platform, and why transparency and fairness for artists drive e...

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Episode 591 - Inside Neural DSP’s Mantra Plugin with...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/09/23

In this episode of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle podcast, I sit down with Francois Barrillon, Neural DSP’s plugins product manager and product lead for their new vocal plugin Mantra.Francois shares how he went from building guitar pedals in his spare time to leading development on one of the most innovative vocal tools available today.We talk about Neural DSP’s expansion beyond guitars, how Mantra was designed to be an all-in-one studio solution, and what it takes to create plugins that blend analog

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Episode 590 - Modern Event Ticketing With Ritesh Patel

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/09/16

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I sit down with Ritesh Patel, the CEO and founder of Ticket Fairy, a next-generation ticketing platform helping promoters market and manage events. What makes Ticket Fairy unique is its built-in word-of-mouth referral system, where fans can earn rebates—or even free tickets—by getting friends to buy.Ritesh brings a wealth of experience to the platform. Having promoted over 400 shows worldwide, and with a background in cloud and systems administration, he

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44:41

Episode 589 - Session Work & Comfortable Studios with...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/09/09

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I talk with Mitch Beer, a Philadelphia-based session bass player and multi-talented music professional. Mitch has toured with Grammy-winning Digable Planets and The Bacon Brothers, and works as the go-to session bassist for Grammy-winning producer Joe “The Butcher” Nicolo. He also contributed as bassist and producer on Lil Uzi Vert’s #1 platinum album Pink Tape.Beyond session work, Mitch is the founder of Retro City B Room Studio, co-founder and co-host

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Episode 588 - Barry Rudolph on Recording Legends &...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/09/02

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I sit down with Barry Rudolph, an audio engineer and prolific technical writer whose career bridges classic studio work and in-depth gear expertise.Barry has worked on records with Rod Stewart, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Pat Benatar, and Hall & Oates, earning credits on more than 30 gold and platinum albums.Beyond his engineering work, Barry is recognized as the leading reviewer of pro audio gear and plugins, with more than 5,000 reviews published in Mix

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Episode 587 - AI goes to music school with John von...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/08/26

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I’m joined by John von Seggern, the visionary behind Futureproof Music School—a next-generation program that blends personalized mentorship with AI-driven music production tools. Unlike traditional schools, Futureproof is designed to meet the needs of today’s independent artists.John brings over 30 years of experience as a studio musician, producer, and sound designer, including collaborations with electronic music pioneer Jon Hassell, extensive

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41:49

Episode 586 - Back To The Blues With Drummer-Producer...

Bobby Owsinski"s Inner Circle Podcast ·

2025/08/19

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I talk with Tony Braunagel, one of the most respected drummers and producers in modern music. Tony has played on more than 200 albums, including Grammy-winning records by Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, and Buddy Guy. On stage, he’s performed with icons like B.B. King, Lightnin’ Hopkins, John Lee Hooker, Robert Cray, and dozens more.As a producer, Tony has worked on over 40 albums, many of which have won or been nominated for Grammys and Blues Music Awards. His

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