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  • Oasis, Greta Girwig's 'Narnia', and Instagram | Breaking Down the Biz

    Oasis, Greta Girwig's 'Narnia', and Instagram | Breaking Down the Biz
    2026/05/12
    On this episode of Breaking Down the Biz, Seth Schachner covers recent developments surrounding the new Oasis documentary, Greta Gerwig's upcoming Narnia film and it's theatrical release strategy, and Instagram's crackdown on fake accounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 分
  • Do We Have A 4th Major Label? Inside the BMG/Concord Merger with Tom Truitt

    Do We Have A 4th Major Label? Inside the BMG/Concord Merger with Tom Truitt
    2026/05/05
    On this weekly update, we learn how the recent BMG and Concord merger positions itself as the unlikely fourth music major and what that means for competition, artists, and the ownership of the legendary catalogs of great artists past. Seth Schachner and Nashville-based consultant Tom Truitt break down the implications of this consolidation. They cover the core differences between catalog and publishing giants, Nashville’s surprising role in global industry shakeups, and how private equity is fueling a fierce war for ownership of music assets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 分
  • What Does A Music Manager Do? With the Legendary Ron Stone

    What Does A Music Manager Do? With the Legendary Ron Stone
    2026/04/30
    Bob Dylan, Nirvana, The Eagles, Foo Fighters, Joni Mitchell, the Beastie Boys - all incredible artists in their own ways. What do they have in common? They were all managed by Ron Stone, our guest on today’s podcast. Ron has spent five decades at the center of the music industry, representing a legendary roster that spans from the folk-rock of the '60s to the boundary-pushing sounds of grunge and '90s alternative powerhouses. In this episode, we discuss what has stayed the same in an industry that seems to change every five minutes. Ron breaks down the transition from vinyl all the way to streaming, the current frenzy over music catalog buying, and the timeless strategies that apply whether you're in the 1960s or on TikTok. Featuring inside stories on Neil Young’s rights battles, the strategy behind Nirvana’s launch and more, this is a masterclass in the business of music and the history of some of the greatest artists of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • MIchael Jackson, Noah Kahan, & AI In Hollywood

    MIchael Jackson, Noah Kahan, & AI In Hollywood
    2026/04/28
    In this episode, Seth Schachner explores recent developments in music and entertainment, including a new Michael Jackson biopic, recent releases by Noah Kahan, Foo Fighters & U2, and delves into how AI is being integrated into the entertainment industry by talent with vested interests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 分
  • Why Apple Made A Song 99 Cents, with Paul Vidich

    Why Apple Made A Song 99 Cents, with Paul Vidich
    2026/04/23
    Industry veteran Paul Vidich shares how Apple’s iTunes and Steve Jobs defied conventional wisdom to revolutionize music consumption. Discover the behind-the-scenes strategy that turned digital downloads from a pricy gamble into a $1 billion dollar phenomenon within just a year, and learn how this shift laid the groundwork for today’s streaming universe. Seth and Paul unlock the pivotal negotiations that set the stage for iTunes’ success, revealing the critical choices around pricing, metadata, and consumer experience that often go overlooked. Paul also shares eye-opening insights on how early experiments in digital music laid the foundation for streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, transforming the way millions access and enjoy music today. Paul Vidich is a bestselling novelist and former media executive, known for his strategic influence on digital transformation in the music industry and his intricate espionage novels inspired by real-world family mysteries. Learn more at https://paulvidich.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 分
  • A Verdict On Ticketmaster, with John Chu

    A Verdict On Ticketmaster, with John Chu
    2026/04/21
    On today's episode, we discuss the recent developments in the lawsuit with Ticketmaster and Live Nation. We're joined by expert John Shu, a lawyer, former White House advisor and industry insider, to break down the groundbreaking settlement between the DOJ, states, and Live Nation. This settlement isn’t just about a few million dollars, but about opening up the ticketing ecosystem and potentially reshaping the entire live entertainment industry. Read more from John on his Substack, or find him on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 分
  • Kerry Gordy on Motown, Major Labels, and Sunday Best

    Kerry Gordy on Motown, Major Labels, and Sunday Best
    2026/04/16
    On this episode of Breaking Down the Biz, Seth Schachner sits down with Kerry Gordy, son of Motown founder Berry Gordy. Berry shares his extraordinary journey from growing up in the iconic Motown studios to navigating the evolving landscape of the music industry. They also speak on the state of the industry as it relates to major labels and the distribution ecosystem, and Netflix's documentary Sunday Best, about the Ed Sullivan Show. Through candid storytelling, he provides unique insights into the world of music, marketing, and the impact of technology on artists today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 分
  • Paramount Merger, UMG Music, & Coachella, with Michelle 'Bizzy' Bell

    Paramount Merger, UMG Music, & Coachella, with Michelle 'Bizzy' Bell
    2026/04/14
    In this episode, Seth Schachner is joined by Michelle Bell, a savvy music and brand strategist, to unpack how brands are transforming festivals into immersive marketing zones. Music isn't always the primary act at festivals - luxury glamping, instagrammable moments, and influencer hype are competing for the main stage at event like SXSW, Coachella, and more. Seth and Michelle explore how this shift impacts the music ecosystem, artist revenue, and fan experience, revealing the hidden power of brand-funded content in today’s entertainment landscape. They also briefly touch on the letter signed by over 1,000 actors and film professionals calling for a boycott of the Paramount merger, a potential takeover of WMG, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 分