Music Business Radio

Episode #153 - Whit Hill

Whit Hill is an author and songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. In this episode, she talks about her book, Not About Madonna: My Little Pre-Icon Roommate and Other Memoirs.

For those not on the podcast...

In the Studio... Kyle Andrews

Kyle Andrews was in the Music Business Radio studios today to talk about his career as an artist and songwriters. You've heard his music on national ad campaigns for companies including Holiday Inn, Doritos, and Dell Computer and the topic of music licensing was one of the many we discussed.

We touched on his creativity, including his unique songwriting and production style. For example, his album Robot Learn Love, which features some vocals recorded through built-in laptop mics and others recorded through top-of-the-line studio preamps. It has drums simulated with software in the bedroom and backing strings played by real musicians and tracked at pro recording studios.

On the business end, we talked about his first record deal, his decision to go independent, and stay independent, turning down multiple record deals. We talked about the business of making music videos. We talked about the business of touring. 

And we reviewed music sent in by Music Business Radio listeners from around the world...

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...

Episode #152 - Michael Omartian and Terry Christian

Michael Omartian and Terry Christian have worked with dozens of top artists over the last 30+ years including Christopher Cross, Donna Summer, The Jacksons, Michael Bolton, Peter Cetera, Willie Nelson, Dionne Warwick, Rod Stewart, Kenny Loggins, Whitney Houston, Roberta Flack, The Commodores, and Amy Grant.

Michael got his start as a session musician, playing on and arranging recordings by Steely Dan, Tavares, Billy Joel, Dolly Parton, The Four Tops, The Righteous Brothers, Boz Scaggs, Tina Turner, John Lennon, Jackson Browne, and Linda Ronstadt.

Terry Christian has worked on recordings by Julio Inglesias, Sheila E, The Time, Kenny Rogers, Sammy Hagar, Chicago, Jermaine Jackson, Toto, LeAnn Rimes, Keith Urban, and Cher.

Needless to say, these guys know the music business...

For those not on the podcast...

Episode #151 - Cas Haley

Cas Haley is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist you may recognize from the second season of America's Got Talent, where he finished in 2nd place. In this episode, Cas talks about his career before, after, and during America's Got Talent, why he turned down a record deal with Sony, and the highs and lows of the music business. In addition, he performs three songs live in our studios, including a brand new one that has never been heard on radio before.

For those not on the podcast...

In the Studio... Cas Haley

Cas Haley is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist you may recognize from the second season of America's Got Talent, where he finished in 2nd place. In this episode, Cas talks about his career before, after, and during America's Got Talent, why he turned down a record deal with Sony, and the highs and lows of the music business. In addition, he performed three songs live in our studios, including a brand new one that has never been heard on radio before.

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...

In the Studio... Stuart Dill

Stuart Dill was in the Music Business Radio studios today to talk about his 25+ years in the music business as well as his new novel, Murder on Music Row.

As an artist manager, Stuart has worked with Minnie Pearl, Freddy Fender, The Wreckers, Dwight Yoakam, Jo Dee Messina, Point of Grace, Billy Ray Cyrus, Laura Bell Bundy, and SHeDAISY. We talked about his start in the business, life on the road with artists like Freddy Fender, where the music industry is going, and the three elements every successful artist must have. We also reviewed music sent in from Music Business Radio listeners from around the world.

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...

In the Studio... Whit Hill

Whit Hill is an author and songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. She dropped by the Music Business Radio studios today to talk about her book, Not About Madonna: My Little Pre-Icon Roommate and Other Memoirs.

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...

Episode #150 - Chris Pandolfi

Chris Pandolfi talks about the ins and outs of his band, The Infamous Stringdusters, getting record deals, going independent, putting a team together, and more.

One of the highlights of this episode is a discussion about keeping a band (the Infamous Stringdusters has six members) on the same page and working together as as a single unit. Topics include keeping a unified vision for the band, how songwriting is done, and life on the road.

We also talk about the intersection of IMBA (International Bluegrass Music Association), bluegrass music, and jam bands, how to deal with "purists" in your music genre, and the balance of niche and mainstream acceptance.

For those not on the podcast...

MUSIC WANTED for Feature-Length Documentary Movie

You've been asking for an opportunity to get your music in film, so...

We are looking for music for a feature-length documentary on the Nashville Rollergirls. It's a story about the team itself as well as the individuals behind it. 

With fast-paced derby action and deeply human elements, this inspirational film follows the Nashville Rollergirls through the loss of their practice space, the move to a new bout venue, injuries, relocation of key players, huge financial pressures, and more. Ever the underdog, the Nashville Rollergirls seek to prove themselves at every turn.

Here's a taste...

As a musician, it's a story you'll relate to and be proud to be associated with.

Right now, we're looking for music that conveys the following emotions:

• fear
• excitement
• anticipation
• hopelessness / darkness
• solemness
• change / transition / evolution
• success / achievement / climax
• hopefulness / eagerness
• pride

All submissions are being done online via the form linked below. You may submit as many songs as you like, but you will need to fill out a separate form for each song.

NOTE: We need a DIRECT LINK to an mp3 file of your submission, not just a general page with a bunch of music on it.

Submit your music here.

In the Studio... Michael Omartian and Terry Christian

Michael Omartian and Terry Christian dropped by the Music Business Radio studios today to talk about songwriting, production, engineering, and what makes records great.

The two have worked with dozens of top artists over the last 30+ years including Christopher Cross, Donna Summer, The Jacksons, Michael Bolton, Peter Cetera, Willie Nelson, Dionne Warwick, Rod Stewart, Kenny Loggins, Whitney Houston, Roberta Flack, The Commodores, and Amy Grant.

Michael got his start as a session musician, playing on and arranging recordings by Steely Dan, Tavares, Billy Joel, Dolly Parton, The Four Tops, The Righteous Brothers, Boz Scaggs, Tina Turner, John Lennon, Jackson Browne, and Linda Ronstadt.

Terry Christian has worked on recordings by Julio Inglesias, Sheila E, The Time, Kenny Rogers, Sammy Hagar, Chicago, Jermaine Jackson, Toto, LeAnn Rimes, Keith Urban, and Cher.

Needless to say, these guys know the music business...

This episode includes a special, bonus Demo Derby segment, which will be released here as soon as the show airs on our broadcast affiliates. 

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...

In the Studio... Chris Pandolfi

Chris Pandolfi was in the Music Business Radio studios today to talk about the ins and outs of his band, The Infamous Stringdusters, getting record deals, going independent, putting a team together, and more.

One of the highlights of this episode was a discussion about keeping a band (the Infamous Stringdusters has six members) on the same page and working together as as a single unit. Topics included keeping a unified vision for the band, how songwriting is done, and life on the road.

We also talked about the intersection of IMBA (International Bluegrass Music Association), bluegrass music, and jam bands, how to deal with "purists" in your music genre, and the balance of niche and mainstream acceptance.

This episode is currently being edited and will air soon. Until then, get on the podcast and check out the notes below...