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The New Music Business with Ari Herstand

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**WEBBY AWARD FOR BEST MUSIC PODCAST**

“#1 music industry podcast to help keep you in the loop” -Spotify

“The 10 Best Music Business Podcasts of 2022" – Variety

Ari Herstand is the best-selling author of How To Make It in the New Music Business. Forbes calls him “The poster child of DIY music.” In this show, he deconstructs the brightest minds in the music industry, digging deep to find the tools,... more

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This week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Bay Area rapper, LaRussell. Known for his backyard shows, revolutionary ticketing and release practices, and motivational freestyling, LaRussell has become a blueprint for modern DIY art... more

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This week on the New Music Business Podcast, Ari sits down with recent GRAMMY Award winners Matt B and Angela Benson. Matt B is a GRAMMY-winning R&B singer, songwriter, and global recording artist whose career spans over a decade. His most recent pro... more

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This week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Matt Jones, the CEO and co-founder of Medallion, a platform helping artists own their fan relationships and build new revenue models. Matt was previously CEO of Songkick, another direct-... more

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This week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with acclaimed pianist and composer, Chloe Flower. Born in Pennsylvania, Chloe began playing piano at age two, later studying at the Manhattan School of Music’s Precollege and London’s Royal ... more

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Matt B
R&B singer and songwriter
DIY Artist
Episode: How These DIY Artists Won a GRAMMY
Angela Benson
Manager, label owner, and wife of Matt B
DIY Artist
Episode: How These DIY Artists Won a GRAMMY
Matt Jones
CEO and co-founder of Medallion, experienced in artist-centric music networks and direct-to-fan platforms.
Medallion
Episode: Is This The Future of Superfandom?
Daniel Rowland
Mastering engineer, mixing engineer, and producer with over 3,000 mastering credits and 15 billion streams.
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Episode: How a Mastering Engineer Works With (and Without) AI
Ralph Torrefranca
Executive Director of A&R at Angry Mob Music
Angry Mob Music
Episode: How A&R at Publishing Companies Work
Nicole Zuraitis
A two-time GRAMMY winner and a four-time GRAMMY nominated Jazz singer-songwriter, pianist, and arranger based in New York.
Episode: GRAMMY Winning NYC Jazz Singer/Songwriter/Arranger Makes It Work
Sol Rising
Producer and DJ known for his wellness music popular in the yoga community.
Episode: Finding Accidental Streaming Success in a Niche Market
Fede Petro
An Argentine-born live show producer, songwriter, and event creator.
Episode: How To Produce Live Music Events That Make Community
Mikel Corrente
Music publicist and founder of Purple Bite PR
Purple Bite PR
Episode: ​This Music Publicist Has Upended the Entire PR Model

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Ari Herstand
Host of a music industry podcast renowned for his expertise in DIY music and advocacy for independent artists, Ari brings a wealth of knowledge from his bestselling book and extensive experience in the industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 837 ratings
  • Great podcast for musicians

    Ari Herstand’s The New Music Business podcast is hands-down one of the best resources out there for anyone serious about navigating today’s music industry. He’s got this perfect mix of real-world experience, sharp insight, and a genuine desire to help artists succeed on their own terms. The guests are top-tier — managers, songwriters, label heads, and innovators — all sharing practical advice that actually applies to real life, not just theory.

    What I love most is that Ari breaks down complex t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liam USA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Words have power

    I was happily listening to this podcast a couple years ago and one comment from Ari during one episode had had me completely stop listening (until I recently decided to give it another try) Over reaction? Perhaps. But also a testament to how incredibly powerful words can be to sensitive artist types like me working so hard at creating and believing in their Quixotic vision… the comment was something along the lines of telling artist that the one thing they should not do if they want to become su... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Orson Horchler
    United States8 months ago
  • Music Biz Education

    Every episode is a learning experience for anyone in the modern music industry. I like to cherry pick episodes based on what I’m working on at the time, and there’s almost always something that helps me out or at least points me in the right direction.

    Thank you Ari!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lunarmysteria
    United States10 months ago
  • Such an awesome podcast for any independent musician

    Absolutely love this podcast. been listening for quite a long time and bought his book which is great. Now I really want to find the Ricky Montgomery episode! Ari is just awesome! I really want to go have a beer with him. or if you are ever in Santa Fe New Mexico I would love to show you around.

    Nial Connolly

    Singer songwriter on DistroKid because I heard about it from this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yantraimages
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Info

    The interviews on the show provide great insight for emerging artists

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tm5151
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical information and actionable advice shared by guests and the host, reflecting real-world challenges in the music industry.
Overall, the delivery and depth of content have been praised for fostering learning and growth among listeners seeking success in their music careers.
Some feedback points to a disconnect where certain audience members feel the need for more diverse representation among guests, indicating areas for potential improvement.
Many mention that the podcast offers valuable insights that can significantly benefit independent musicians and those newly navigating the industry.

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LaRussell Built His Empire Brick by Brick
Q: What does it mean to you to make it in the New Music Business?
It means living the life I am now, being successful, taking care of my community and running my own enterprise.
Is This The Future of Superfandom?
Q: Why did you decide to jump into this realm?
I wanted to help artists build better business models by creating a platform that allows them to monetize directly and own the relationship with their fans.
How Classical Pianist Chloe Flower Collabed with Cardi B, Meek Mill, Babyface and Built Her Career
Q: What does it mean to you to make it in the new music business?
Making it means inspiring people to learn an instrument and being able to release music authentically without worrying about streaming.
How Classical Pianist Chloe Flower Collabed with Cardi B, Meek Mill, Babyface and Built Her Career
Q: What advice can you offer to younger artists or classical artists who want to have a career in music?
Go to a lot of live concerts and don't be scared of no. Collaborate with as many people as you can.
GRAMMY Winning NYC Jazz Singer/Songwriter/Arranger Makes It Work
Q: What does it mean to you to make it in the new music business?
It means treating it like it's a marathon and not a sprint. Authenticity and sustainability are key to lasting success in the industry.

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What is The New Music Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intricacies of the modern music industry, this podcast explores essential topics like artist monetization, digital distribution, and the evolving relationship between musicians and their fans. The conversations often center around the innovative strategies artists are employing to navigate the complexities of today's music landscape, including discussions about traditional and new models of revenue generation, the role of social media, and the challenges posed by major companies in ticketing and streaming. Also notable is the emphasis on empowering independent artists, with episodes featuring influential figures sharing actionable insights that help listeners enhance their careers in music. Through a candid and engaging forma... more

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