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Conversations with the people building the new music industry.

Two shows. One is a long-form interview series with more than three hundred episodes. The other argues out the week in music, money and AI.

Interview series

The Modern Musician Podcast

Long-form conversations with the people building the new music industry.

Weekly show

The Artist Economy

The week in music, money and AI, argued out by the Modern Musician team.

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  1. Episode 344
    Aurelie Couble: From Music Producer to Six-Figure Business Owner
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    Latest Episode 344 Sep 4, 2026 38 min

    Aurelie Couble is a Canadian music producer and online educator who built a six-figure business teaching self-taught music creators how to turn their skills into real income without relying on stre…

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  2. Episode 343
    Cathy Pellow: The Artist Development Lessons That Still Matter After 20 Years
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    Episode 343 Aug 28, 2026 35 min

    Cathy Pellow is the founder of Sargent House, one of the most influential independent record labels in alternative, experimental, and heavy music.

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  3. Episode 342
    Theresa Wolters: The Safety Net Every Musician Needs
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    Episode 342 Aug 21, 2026 26 min

    Theresa Wolters is the Executive Director of MusiCares, leading efforts to provide health, mental health, addiction recovery, financial, and emergency support to music professionals.

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  4. Episode 341
    Fabiana Claure: The Business Model That Helps Musicians Escape the One-to-One Trap
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    Episode 341 Aug 14, 2026 47 min

    Dr. Fabiana Claure is a concert pianist, music business strategist, and AI innovation leader who helps music educators turn their expertise into scalable, profitable businesses.

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  5. Episode 340
    Diamond Johnson: How Beyoncé's Tour Drummer Became the Industry's First Call
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    Episode 340 Aug 7, 2026 72 min

    Diamond Johnson is a world-class drummer, multi-instrumentalist, and music director whose career has taken him from church stages to the world's biggest arenas.

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  6. Episode 339
    Max Wild: Done Is Better Than Perfect: The Secret to Finishing More Tracks
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    Episode 339 Jul 31, 2026 20 min

    Max Wild is the CEO and co-founder of 343 Labs, a leading music production and DJ school with campuses in New York City and Berlin.

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  7. Episode 338
    Dr. Chelsey Green: Inside the GRAMMYs with a Billboard #1 Recording Artist
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    Episode 338 Jul 24, 2026 40 min

    Dr. Chelsey Green is a No. 1 Billboard-charting recording artist, internationally acclaimed violinist, educator, and cultural leader.

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  8. Episode 337
    Oskar Eichler: Build a Bigger Fanbase with Better Data, Not Bigger Budgets
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    Episode 337 Jul 17, 2026 40 min

    Oskar Eichler is the Founder & CEO of Songstats, the leading music analytics platform trusted by more than 10,000 artists, labels, and industry professionals to track real-time performance across 1…

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  9. Episode 336
    Chris Boshuizen: What Seeing Earth From Space Taught Me About Music and Life
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    Episode 336 Jul 8, 2026 42 min

    Chris Boshuizen, better known as Dr. Chrispy, is a physicist, entrepreneur, musician, and former astronaut whose career bridges the worlds of science and creativity.

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  10. Episode 335
    David Andrew Wiebe: Rich Dad, Poor Dad Lessons Every Music Artist Can Apply
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    Episode 335 Jul 1, 2026 40 min

    David Andrew Wiebe is an award-winning composer, bestselling author, and music marketing strategist dedicated to helping independent artists build sustainable careers.

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  11. Episode 334
    Igor Alpatov: The Rise of Free Music Distribution and the Democratization of the Music Industry
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    Episode 334 Mar 6, 2026 33 min

    Igor Alpatov is the Strategic Partnerships Lead at FreshTunes, a fee-free digital music distribution platform helping independent artists release music worldwide while keeping full ownership of their work.

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  12. Episode 333
    Luke Justin Roberts: The Real Reason Your Music Content Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It Fast)
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    Episode 333 Feb 24, 2026 57 min

    Luke Justin Roberts (LJR) is a nostalgic alternative rock artist and filmmaker from Laurel, Maryland who blends ’80s pop energy with soaring alt-rock and cinematic storytelling.

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  13. Episode 332
    Chris Swanson: AI in Music — Opportunity or Threat for Indie Artists?
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    Episode 332 Feb 13, 2026 47 min

    Chris Swanson is the co-founder of Secretly Group, the influential independent music company behind labels including Secretly Canadian, Jagjaguwar, Dead Oceans, and The Numero Group.

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  14. Episode 331
    Matt Adell: Can AI Respect Copyright and Still Power the Future of Music?
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    Episode 331 Jan 16, 2026 39 min

    Matt Adell is a music tech entrepreneur and the COO & co-founder of Musical AI, a rights-first AI licensing platform designed to protect creators in the era of generative music.

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  15. Episode 330
    Chris SD: Why Sync Licensing Is the Smartest Move for Indie Artists
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    Episode 330 Jan 9, 2026 35 min

    Chris SD is an award-winning music producer and sync licensing expert who helps indie songwriters get their music placed in top TV shows, films, and advertisements.

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  16. Episode 329
    Joe Gallo: Turning Music Into Media Through Brand Partnerships
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    Episode 329 Dec 24, 2025 39 min

    Joe Gallo is a results-driven brand builder and the founder of CatchBuzz, a media and lifestyle agency operating at the intersection of music, branding, and culture.

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  17. Episode 328
    Libby Kallins: How Authenticity Cuts Through the Noise Online
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    Episode 328 Dec 10, 2025 41 min

    Libby Kallins is a seasoned music marketing strategist and artist development expert now shaping careers at 444 Sounds.

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  18. Episode 327
    Ian Roberts: The Fan Data Playbook for Modern Artists
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    Episode 327 Dec 1, 2025 37 min

    Ian Roberts is the co-founder & CEO of Hive.co, a leading fan-engagement and marketing automation platform built for event promoters and musicians.

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  19. Episode 326
    Livestreaming, Gaming & the New Era of Fan Engagement
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    Episode 326 Nov 20, 2025 41 min

    Andreea Magdalina is the founder & CEO of shesaid.so, a global community uniting music, tech, and equity.

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  20. Episode 325
    Ray Hamilton, Addis Luv & Kris Heaton: Insider Secrets to Landing Major Label and Sync Deals
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    Episode 325 Nov 12, 2025 57 min

    Ray Hamilton is the founder and CEO of Merf Music Group and Song Placement Pros, renowned for connecting songwriters with major-label artists and sync opportunities across film, TV, and streaming.

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  21. Episode 324
    Andy Baker: Crowdfunding, Community, and Creative Freedom
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    Episode 324 Nov 5, 2025 40 min

    Andy Baker is the founder of Sound Consultancy, a UK-based artist development agency under Resound Media.

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  22. Episode 323
    Sara Campbell: Goal Setting and Mindset Shifts for Music Entrepreneurs
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    Episode 323 Oct 28, 2025 35 min

    Sara Campbell is a business, marketing, and mindset coach dedicated to empowering independent music educators and creatives.

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  23. Episode 322
    Jesse Kirshbaum: Turning Cultural Trends into Career Momentum
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    Episode 322 Oct 23, 2025 45 min

    Jesse Kirshbaum is the powerhouse founder and CEO of Nue Agency, a creative firm redefining the intersection of music, branding, and technology.

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  24. Episode 321
    Aël Guégan: The Art of Smart Growth for Indie Artists
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    Episode 321 Oct 17, 2025 43 min

    Aël Guégan is the Partnerships Executive at Soundcharts, where he blends design and data to empower artists with clear, actionable insights.

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