Money for Nothing
Drawing on the insights of artists such as Chuck D, Ani DiFranco, and Michael Franti, Money for Nothing documents how musical and artistic expression have been severely curtailed by a new world business order in which six huge media conglomerates co...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Brendan Toller
This program begins with the trailer for the film I NEED THAT RECORD and is followed by a brief discussion with Brendan Toller about his film and the death of the independent record store in the United States. Discussion topics also include music p...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Jay Frank
Jay Frank discusses his book “Futurehit.DNA,” which provides a roadmap for creating a hit song and becoming a musical success in the digital age. He briefly covers his background in the music business; his inspiration for the book; album price ...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Fred Goodman
In conjunction with his book Fortune’s Fool, Fred Goodman discusses the executives, labels and landscape of the record business since the advent of Napster. He talks about how he first became a writer, Edgar Bronfman and the Seagram Company, the ...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Jeff Price, C.E.O. of TuneCore
Seminar session with Jeff Price focusing on the music industry. Program covers his background; music label management and business; the effect of illegal downloading on the music industry; music distribution and advertising models; the origin of Tu...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Adam Curry of www.mevio.com
A discussion with Adam Curry who runs www.mevio.com. Topics include his background at MTV and experience with the Internet, podcasting, RSS, his web site, and web site advertising.
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Bill Werde
Bill Werde of Billboard Magazine discusses his first job at College Media Journal, his subsequent transition to writing about music business and technology as a freelance journalist, and his ensuing role as associate editor at Rolling Stone magazine...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Danny Goldberg, author of "Bumping into Geniuses"
This seminar covers Danny Goldberg’s vast professional background and experiences leading up to his book "Bumping into Geniuses." He discusses what he looks for in an artist; his relationship with Led Zeppelin; why he decided to write the book; h...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Al Branch
Al Branch discusses his company “Hip Hop Since 1978,” his introduction to the music industry, his work for Jay-Z, keys for a successful career, 360 deals, how Hip Hop Since 1978 started, Lil Wayne’s and Drake’s careers, commercial branding, ...
Music management seminar with Steve Leeds and Adam Kornfeld: Vice President, Artist Group International
A discussion with Adam Kornfeld, VP of talent agency Artist Group International. He discusses what it takes to be a successful agent and build exposure for your band. Topics include his early experiences growing up, advice on how to get your foot ...