In this episode, we interview Andrew Perlowich a seasoned manager with Riot Management where he tells his story in Nashville and the highs and lows he has faced being in the music industry in the last 7 years.

We dive into crucial topics that any emerging or aspiring artist needs to hear from the delicate dynamics of the artist-manager relationship to the value of captivating an audience by telling a compelling story - your story - and building your community.

Some areas we explore as followed:

- Secrets to Effective Artist Management - Alongside insights into when and how to select a manager and firsthand accounts to how we approach selecting artists

- Firsthand Accounts of Breakthrough Moments for Artists and how to be sure you capitalize in the right ways

- The Evolution of Innovation & Digital Strategies in the Music Industry and how to stay in the know and how - no matter the platform: social or streaming

and so much more.

You can find Andrew Perlowich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewperlowich/

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Join us for Episode 2 of our podcast as we delve into the intricate world of AI Legality. We explore the current protections in place for songwriters, artists, and creatives, and discuss what measures are necessary for full safeguarding in the future.

Our conversation includes talks of the groundbreaking Elvis Act recently enacted in Tennessee, alongside a breakdown of existing Copyright Law protections and its pre-existing gaps for artists and songwriters in the music industry

But that's not all - we also tackle the burning question: Is the TikTok Ban a genuine threat, and if so, is it justified? Plus, we provide insights on what artists can do to brace themselves for the potential fallout.

Stay tuned to our Instagram and Facebook channels for videos and infographics unpacking these crucial topics in more depth this week.

And remember, while we're passionate about this discussion, we're not legal experts, so please do not interpret our discussions as legal advice.

*We had a few audio issues with this one - so be patient as we learn how to do this in a DIY studio on our own*

In the very first episode of the podcast, you will hear about the Ignite the Underdog mission from the Host, Haley Mareno & Co Host, TJ Goetsch. Other topics discussed include:

• New Social Media Trends - is the algorithm listening? (Yes, but only to the $$$$)
• Growth in Closed Communities
• NEW TikTok Shop & TikTok Artist Profiles
• AI in the music industry - Pros and Cons
• 2024 vs 2023 Music Industry Trends and Stats