x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Music Business Buddy

A podcast that aims to educate and inspire music creators in their quest to achieving their goals by gaining a greater understanding of the business of music. A new episode is released each Wednesday and aims to offer clarity and insight into a range of subjects across the music industry. The series includes soundbites and interviews with guests from all over the world together with commentary and clarity on a range of topics. The podcast is hosted by award winning music industry professional Jonny

music music commentary

All Episodes

45:39

Episode 78: The Music Business Buddy Highlights of 2025

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/12/31

Year’s end is the perfect moment to trade myths for evidence. We brought together the most useful ideas from the season—data that flips audience assumptions, a calmer path to releasing music that actually moves your career, and a funding shift that weakens the old “advance or bust” story. Keith Jopling spotlights how streaming data exposes who really listens and why waiting until the songs and live set are undeniable saves you from burning momentum. We carry that thread into the studio with a...

en-gb

35:20

Episode 77: Q & A Session

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/12/24

This episode is a Q & A session where I take questions from listeners and provide answers. A range of topics are covered and explored. Tension sits at the heart of modern music careers: protect your rights, move faster, and still make work that feels like you. We take that knot apart with practical guidance on AI, publishing, growth, and the day-to-day moves that actually change your trajectory. First, we separate AI’s ethics from its utility. Training models on copyrighted catal...

en-gb

31:02

Episode 76: Turning a Band Into a Business

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/12/17

The dream is the music. The longevity is the paperwork. We dig into the real steps that turn a tight-knit band into a professional, protected business without draining the joy that brought you together. From first royalty registrations to company formation, we walk through the decisions that keep friendships intact and revenue flowing when momentum arrives. We start where money actually tracks you: collection societies. Learn how to register with your local PRO for songwriting royalties and ...

en-gb

32:07

Episode 75: Connecting Music and Markets with C2...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/12/10

What if you could stop guessing your audience and start growing it with proof? I sit down with Waylon Barnes—entrepreneur, musician, and CEO of C2 Management—to map out how modern artists turn attention into a real business. We dig into the mechanics of audience discovery using data and social listening, why so many campaigns miss the mark when they rely on hunches, and the practical steps that make every pound work harder. Waylon pulls back the curtain on a quiet industry shift: labels incr...

en-gb

38:46

Episode 74: Inside Peer Music Publishing with Ralph W...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/12/03

What if a 97-year family legacy held the blueprint for making songs travel further, earn more, and outlast the hype cycle? I sit with Ralph W. Peer, Managing Director at peermusic UK and Australasia and VP for Africa and the Middle East, to explore the legacy of a a century-old global publishing powerhouse. From post‑war royalty runs to today’s data firehose, Ralph opens the black box of publishing so creators can see where value is built. We dig into the art of cross-cultural collaboration ...

en-gb

38:01

Episode 73: The Maverick, The Man and The Pioneer -...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/11/26

The safest place in music is the middle of the road—and that’s exactly why Russell C Brennan never stands there. We welcome the multi-platform creator behind Future Legend Records to unpack how he built a lasting indie label, broke new artists with daring strategy, and kept control when the majors came calling. From selling 10,000 units in a month by phoning record shops to turning cult TV and film themes into a launchpad for fresh talent, Russell shows how a clear idea and relentless follow-...

en-gb

28:52

Episode 72: How Cruise Gigs Turn Musicians Pro

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/11/19

Ready to turn your music into a steady income without losing your creative spark? I sit down with Lara from The International Musician, to break down the real world of cruise ship performing: who gets hired, how much you can earn, and how ship life can supercharge your skills in months. From orchestra pits to high-energy piano bars, we unpack the roles that exist at sea and the qualities agencies actually look for. Lara explains the pay landscape in plain terms: around $2,000 per month for m...

en-gb

34:22

Episode 71: Understanding The Role of an Artist Manager

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/11/12

If you’ve ever wondered what a great artist manager really does—and how to know when you’re ready for one—this deep-dive lays out the playbook with clarity and zero fluff. We break down the day-to-day reality of management across business strategy, creative development, and the soft skills that hold a career together when schedules get messy and deals get complex. You’ll hear why the best managers behave like translators and tacticians, connecting A&R, booking, PR, marketing, and finance ...

en-gb

42:23

Episode 70: How Award Winning Music Supervision...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/11/05

What happens when award-winning music supervisor Frederic Schindler takes on the challenge of modernising a broken licensing system? The result is Catalog - a groundbreaking platform that's transforming how music gets paired with visual media. Frederic Schindler has seen it all in his two-decade journey through music supervision. From his early days promoting French culture abroad to winning the Association of Independent Music's 2025 Music Supervisor of the Year Award, he's crafted soundtra...

en-gb

17:19

Episode 69: The Virality Trap

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/10/29

The age-old belief that viral social media moments convert seamlessly into genuine fans may be crumbling before our eyes. Drawing from some outstanding research by MIDiA titled "All Eyes No Ears: Why Virality is not building fandom," this episode explores the troubling disconnect between social media visibility and actual music consumption. For years, the music industry has operated on a seemingly logical assumption: create viral content, convert those views to streams, and transform casual ...

en-gb

34:19

Episode 68: The Social Media Success Story of Rising...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/10/21

Meet Anya Jasmine, a remarkable young musician who's mastered the art of social media growth while building an impressive multi-faceted career. What started as consistent guitar content on Instagram unexpectedly blossomed into viral moments and a substantial following that's opened doors throughout the music industry. Anya breaks down her accidental social media success with refreshing honesty, describing how she treated posting like "putting lottery tickets in" - the more quality content sh...

en-gb

28:57

Episode 67: A Producers Playbook

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/10/14

The world of music production has undergone a remarkable transformation. Gone are the days when producers were confined to traditional recording studios, working exclusively with signed artists. Today, the landscape offers a rich tapestry of opportunities that extend far beyond conventional production work. In this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the multiple pathways available to modern producers, revealing how diverse the role has become. One fascinating aspect we explore is how the ...

en-gb

34:30

Episode 66: An Interview with K-pop A&R Music...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/10/07

Unlocking the secrets of the East Asian music markets requires insider knowledge, passion, and a forward-thinking approach. Join host Jonny Amos as he speaks with rising music industry professional Kristin Hurst, who serves as A&R for K-pop, J-pop, and C-pop at both DWB Music and ARC Music Publishing. Kristin's remarkable journey began with a university K-pop songwriting camp that caught the attention of industry veterans, launching her career at the intersection of Western songwriting a...

en-gb

0:56

Trailer

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/10/03

Reach out to me ! Websites www.jonnyamos.com https://themusicbusinessbuddy.buzzsprout.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themusicbusinessbuddypodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/jonny_amos/ Email jonnyamos@me.com

en-gb

17:55

Episode 65: What Happens When Music Collides with the...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/09/30

Are we witnessing the death of the influencer age? The creator economy is rapidly evolving, and musicians who understand these shifts can position themselves for sustainable success beyond streaming revenues alone. The landscape has dramatically changed since the TikTok boom of 2020-2021, when seven and eight-figure deals were being offered before artists even met with label executives. Today, labels are taking a more measured approach, focusing on where artists might be in three, five, or t...

en-gb

44:57

Episode 64: Inside the World of Music Publishing with...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/09/23

What does it take to build a successful independent music publishing company in today's global market? In this captivating conversation, Greig Watts—the "W" in DWB Music—reveals the unexpected journey that transformed a three-person songwriting team into an international publishing powerhouse. Greig shares the fascinating story of how DWB discovered untapped opportunities in the East Asian markets, particularly Japan, where understanding cultural business protocols proved crucial to their su...

en-gb

38:05

Episode 63: Web3 Meets Music with IYK CEO Ryan Ouyang

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/09/16

The digital revolution in music is no longer just about streaming - it's now transforming the physical products we cherish as fans. Ryan Ouyang, CEO and founder of IYK, takes us deep into the fascinating world where physical merchandise becomes a gateway to exclusive digital experiences. Ryan explains how IYK's NFC-embedded products allow fans to authenticate ownership and access exclusive content through a simple smartphone scan. What began as a Web3 experiment during the pandemic has evolv...

en-gb

46:48

Episode 62: Understanding Medallion With Music Tech...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/09/09

What if artists owned the platforms where they connect with fans? Matt Jones, CEO of Medallion, is bringing this radical vision to life with a revolutionary approach to artist-fan relationships. Most musicians face a fundamental problem: they build audiences on platforms they can't control, then struggle to reach those same fans when promoting tours, merchandise, or new music. Medallion solves this by creating artist-owned communities where creators maintain complete ownership of their fan r...

en-gb

29:15

Episode 61: Beat Matching to Business Success - Amani...

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/09/02

What does it truly mean to be entrepreneurial in today's music landscape? According to Amani Roberts—international keynote speaker, global performer, award-winning professor, and bestselling author—it's about more than just technical skills. During our fascinating conversation, Amani breaks down how music professions have evolved through technological advancements. While anyone can learn basic beat matching, he emphasizes that "the art of reading a crowd is something that you acquire o...

en-gb

23:28

Episode 60: An Assessment of The Current State of AI

The Music Business Buddy ·

2025/08/26

Artificial intelligence has revolutionized how we discover, create, and consume music—but where exactly does it stand in 2025? After interviewing three leading AI music technology founders, I'm pulling back the curtain on the current state of music AI and its ethical evolution. The landscape has shifted dramatically. Today's most innovative companies are building AI tools with fundamentally different values: enhancing human creativity rather than replacing it, compensating artists fairly, an...

en-gb

79 results

Similar Podcasts

Pasquale Maassen Soundcloud

Pasquale Maassen

Marian Klose

Marian Klose

sevenism

sevenism

Dean Delray"s LET THERE BE TALK

Cactus Radio Network

Word In Your Ear

Mark Ellen, David Hepworth and Alex Gold