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 international touring, and contributions to major films such as Pixar’s Oscar-winning WALL·E.

Before launching Futureproof, John led online education programs at Dubspot and Icon Collective, where he saw firsthand how outdated models failed to keep pace with modern music creation.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How AI is transforming music education
• The balance of online vs in-person learning for musicians
• Blockchain technology and the future of student credentials
• Lessons from blending traditional and electronic music
• John’s journey from performer to educator and entrepreneur

If you’re curious about the future of music education, AI in creative learning, or simply want insights from a veteran producer, this episode is for you.

Recorded from John’s studio in Los Angeles.

Learn more about John at futureproofmusicschool.com

Also, a video version of this podcast is now available on YouTube as well.

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

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 credits include projects with Taj Mahal, Eric Burdon, Coco Montoya, Phantom Blues Band, and others.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Tony’s journey from session drummer to Grammy-winning producer
• The art of collaboration and managing egos in the studio
• The financial realities of today’s music business
• His vision for a new studio complex near St. Louis
• Lessons learned from working with some of the biggest names in music

Whether you’re a musician, producer, or music fan, Tony’s stories and insights shine a light on the craft of performance and production at the highest level.

Recorded from Tony’s studio in Los Angeles.

Find out more about Tony at https://www.tonybraunagel.com/

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

In this episode of the Inner Circle Podcast, I’m joined by Jenna LoMonaco, a digital marketing powerhouse who currently leads marketing at ONErpm—a global music company offering artists distribution, publishing, marketing, and content production across 43 offices in 28 countries.

Jenna’s career spans roles at Glassnote, Kobalt, and Island Records, where she spearheaded the digital strategy that skyrocketed Shawn Mendes to global fame. She’s also guided the online growth for Mumford & Sons, Martina McBride, New Kids on the Block, Elton John, Childish Gambino, and many more top artists.

💡 In this episode, we discuss:

• The evolution of digital marketing in the music industry
• Marketing strategies for new and emerging artists
• Global music trends shaping the industry’s future
• Challenges artists face in today’s competitive landscape
• How ONErpm empowers artists with tools and strategy

If you’re an artist, manager, or music marketer, this episode is packed with practical strategies and industry insights you can use to grow your career.

📍 Recorded from Jenna’s office in New Jersey.

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Additional Resources:

To learn more about Jenna and ONErpm, please visit onerpm.com, and https://www.instagram.com/jennasourus/

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

Lucie Burns, also known as artist and producer Lazy Hammock, joins me to talk about building stage confidence, connecting with audiences, and overcoming performance anxiety.

We also dive into:

• Her journey as a #1-charting artist with 25M+ streams
• How perfectionism and comparison affect live performance
• Her Stage Ready Artists coaching program and creative support community
• Insights from her book The Art of Live Performance Unlocked
• Trust, mindset, and the power of authenticity on stage

Lucie shares valuable advice for performers at all levels, straight from her coaching and music career.

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Additional Resources:

Learn more about Lucie at lucieburns.com and stagereadyartists.com

🎧 Subscribe and follow for more behind-the-scenes music industry insight.

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

In this episode, I sit down with music industry veteran Jay Gilbert, co-host of the widely read Your Morning Coffee newsletter and podcast.

Jay has held senior executive roles at Universal Music, Sony Music, and Warner Music Group, where he pioneered digital music marketing and online strategies for iconic artists like Nirvana, The Police, KISS, Bob Marley, Elton John, Guns N’ Roses, and many more.

👉 Topics we cover in this episode include:

• The evolving role of record labels in the streaming era
• Why solo artists are dominating over bands today
• The impact of AI on copyright, attribution, and intellectual property
• Marketing strategies for modern musicians
• Jay’s career advice for up-and-coming artists
• The story behind Your Morning Coffee and how it became a must-read for the music business

Whether you’re a music creator, label executive, or just curious about the future of the music industry, this conversation is packed with insightful music marketing tips and forward-thinking analysis.

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Additional Resources:

To learn more about Jay, please visit jaygilbertconsulting.com, and yourmorning.coffee

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

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My guest this week is my old friend 17 time Grammy winner Benny Faccone.

Benny has a rich credit history with artists like Mana, Santana, Ricky Martin, Luis Miguel, Sting, and so many more.

He’s a veteran of the old A&M Studios when it was one of the hottest recording facilities in Los Angeles.

That’s where he honed his recording and mixing skills under old school legends like Bruce Swedien, Shelly Yakus, and Don Hahn.

He’s also a die-hard analog guy, still mixing on a console and using real outboard gear when he can.

During the interview we talked about learning from industry legends, the plugins he uses and why, converting his studio to solar energy, getting caffeine poisoning from too much coffee, and much more.

I spoke with Benny from his studio in just outside of Los Angeles.

Additional Resources:

Learn more about Benny work: http://bennyfaccone.com/

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

In this episode I cover some recent overlooked audio and music industry news. We cover:

• The eras of popular music and why they’re not what you think
• The emergence of AI-generated band Velvet Sundown
• Major labels in the middle of licensing discussions with AI music generators Udio and Suno.
• Major label and private equity want to buy more catalog, and what that means to their artists
• The TikTok closure is pushed back again
• How tariffs are hurting vinyl production
• How pop stardom is now shorter than an adult butterfly’s lifespan.
• An overview of music venue health

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.

My guest today is bass player, author and music business marketing consultant, Carter Fox.

Known as the Soulful Traveling Spaceman Bassman, Carter has toured with R&B legend Freddie Jackson and Grammy-winner Regina Belle, while also collaborating with artists and producers such as Skrillex, Leon Huff, David Ivory, Adventure Club, and more.

Carter is also the author of Music Business Bassics series of books, with How to Effectively Release & Promote Your Music as an Independent Artist, becoming the #1 new release in Music Business Books on Amazon in April 2024.

As with his books, Carter’s marketing consulting firm helps artists, podcasts, businesses, and brands grow their online presence.

During the interview we talked about the YouTube channel optimization strategies, promoting your music effectively on YouTube, the Philadelphia music scene, his upcoming new book Exploring Cosmic Melodies, and much more.

I spoke with Carter from his office in Philadelphia.

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Additional Resources:

To learn more, please visit https://www.carterfoxconsulting.com/ or https://www.carterfoxmusic.com/

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.