TOPICS: Ryan and Lauren talk about how artist ownership of technology platforms can create better industry creators; Ryan interviews Mattias Tengblad, CEO of distribution platform Corite, on how blockchain can optimize music distribution and empower creators and fans. Ryan also talks to Bruno Guez of Revelator about how blockchain can get artists paid faster and create “smart contracts.” Find out more about our guests’ work by visiting www.corite.com and www.revelator.com.Rate/review/subscribe t...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Ryan and Dave discuss two new pieces of federal legislation (the Protect Working Musicians Act and the Protecting the Right to Organize Act) that could help indie creators level the playing field against big platforms like Spotify. Ryan and Dave also discuss some of their favorite pop culture topics.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and GooglePlay. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break th...
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: We talk about the possibility of streamers unionizing to receive better treatment on platforms like Twitch and YouTube Live; we interview Beatconnect co-founder Alexandre Turbide about howartists can collaborate online. You can find out more aboutour guest’s work by visiting www.beatconnect.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and GooglePlay. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Bus...
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr
Join us as we celebrate 300 episodes of empowering indie creators! Original co-host Metal Dave drops by. Ori Winokur from Artlist joins us for an interview. We debut podcast-inspired original songs from Meri Amber and Jonathan Mann!Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.ryankaira...
Oct 17, 2021•1 hr
This week, we interview Justin Warfield, musician and VP of artist services at Downwrite. Downwrite is a platform that connects fans with artists to set up commission projects. Our guest has some great advice on how indie creators can get into doing commissions for their fans — which can be a great revenue stream! You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.downwrite.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Fol...
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Advice on how artists can make cover songs on various platforms and media formats; Ryan and JC talk about the new Super Mario movie cast. We interview Preffy founder and CEO Charlie Davis. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.preffy.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and GooglePlay. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend ...
Oct 03, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: What are we going to do for Episode 300?; Carson Daly doesn’t like Rolling Stone’s top 500 songs of all time; Twitch fumbles the ball on a songwriting deal for indie creators; we interview Justin Longo of Marination Music. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.marinationmusic.comRate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break ...
Sep 26, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Is Sleep Fruits taking Spotify royalties from indie musicians, and what can the industry do about it?; Rolling Stone’s top 500 songs; we interview indie Americana artist Angela Soffe. You can find out more about her music by visiting www.angelasoffe.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about...
Sep 19, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Should you audition for The Voice; what should you do if someone steals your work; we interview musician and doctor Suzie Brown. Her new album “Some See The Flowers” is coming out later this year and you can find out more by visiting www.suziebrownsongs.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend a...
Sep 12, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Is “Good 4 U” too similar to “Misery Business,” and what does that mean for indie creators? We interview entertainment attorney Mitra Ahouraian. You can find out more about her work by visitingwww.mitra-law.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.ryankairalla.com to fi...
Sep 05, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Should indie creators make plans or be flexible with their careers; Ryan answers a listener question about how artists and bands can see if their band name is “taken”; we interview big band and acapella artist Shaun Johnson. Shaun’s new album “Made For Her” comes out in September and you can find out more about his work by visiting www.shaunjohnsonmusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand t...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Guest hosts Katie Zaccardi and Bree Noble talk about the future of the music industry and lend their insight as music industry coaches on a wide range of topics. Katie and Bree also interview singer-songwriter Hollis Wong-Wear. Hollis’ new EP “Half Life” is available now and you can find out more by visiting www.holliswongwear.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podc...
Aug 22, 2021•56 min
OPICS: Are live shows going away again?; getting on more Spotify playlists; interview with singer-songwriter Teressa Mahoney. Her new album "Disillusions" is set to be released Aug 27. Find out moreby visiting https://teressamahoney.com. Guest host Zak Sloan.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the...
Aug 14, 2021•55 min
TOPICS: We talk about the Olympics and what Simone Biles teaches us about creator mental health. We interview indie artist/composer Cheryl B. Engelhardt about her latest chart-topping release and we getsome great e-mail marketing tips from her. Her latest album “A Seeker’s Slumber” is available now and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.cbemusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand...
Aug 08, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: What happens when you write a song every day; the professionalization of social media; we interview comedian Chris Gethard. Check out his new special “Half My Life” on streaming services and visit his website www.chrisgeth.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visitwww.ryankair...
Aug 01, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Twitch updates its DMCA guidelines; economic inequality in the creator economy; Emmys talk; we interview Single Music Founder and CEO Tommy Stalknecht. You can find out more about our guest’swork by visiting www.singlemusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.ryanka...
Jul 25, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Facebook is playing catch-up in courting indie creators; VC firms are embracing the creator economy; we interview Rare Americans frontman Jason Priestner. You can find out more about his work by visiting www.rareamericans.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 18, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Using “behind the scenes” content ideas for your livestreams, videos, and social media posts; we discuss the American Music Fairness Act; we interview indie singer-songwriter Mary Jennings. Her new album “Matriarch” is available now and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.maryjennings.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Br...
Jul 11, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: How an artist can get stuck in a record deal for seven years without being able to release an album; Ikea couches for Pride Month; we interview Artist Republik CEO Nick Cianfaglione. You can findout more about our guest’s work by visiting www.artistrepublik.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a frien...
Jul 04, 2021•58 min
TOPICS: Making the perfect pitch as an artist; we breakdown the biggest stories from E3; interview and musical performance from indie alt-pop artist Raye Robinson. You can find out more about her work byvisiting instagram.com/itsjustraye.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.rya...
Jun 27, 2021•1 hr
Break the Business is now on SLAM! Radio. Check us out on SiriusXM Channel 145 starting June 21st!TOPICS: Music services missed the mark on AAPI Heritage Month; Facebook is providing free distribution for musicians on Instagram Reels and Facebook stories; our guest is indie singer-songwriter Ella Luna. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting ellaluna.hearnow.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan ...
Jun 20, 2021•56 min
TOPICS: Twitch is cracking down on cover songs on its platform; we talk about the Taylor Lorenz New York Times article about burnout among TikTok creators; we interview music industry mentor Bree Noble about creating your own courses and coaching platforms. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.profitablemusician.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @th...
Jun 13, 2021•58 min
Thanks for helping Break the Business to affiliate status on Twitch! Be sure to check out our Wednesday livestream at twitch.tv/breakthebusiness.TOPICS: Ryan answers a listener question about setting up a band agreement; we interview singer/songwriter Twitch streamer Meri Amber. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.meriamber.com!Rate/review/subscribe to theBreak the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business...
Jun 06, 2021•1 hr 16 min
TOPICS: How can we make the US more hospitable to indie creators; including trademark ownership in your band agreements; we interview Arabian Prince and Paul Hershenson of Incub8next. Incub8next isan incubator that focuses on underserved entrepreneurs and communities. Arabian and Paul also share some powerful perspectives about the entertainment business and have great advice for indie creators. You can find out more about our guests’ work by visitingwww.incub8next.com. Hosted on Acast. See acas...
May 30, 2021•57 min
TOPICS: Trademark advice for indie creators; the social media infinity stones; we interview Lyric Financial CEO Eli Ball. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.lyricfinancial.com.Co-Host: Katie Zaccardi (www.katiezaccardi.com).Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Vi...
May 23, 2021•1 hr 8 min
TOPICS: Is Apple’s App Store hurting the creator economy?; how artists monetize on Twitch; Legends of the Hidden Temple Reboot. Our guest is livestreaming expert Leonard Patterson. Check out his new book “365 Livestream Ideas for Musicians," available now on Amazon.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend a...
May 16, 2021•56 min
TOPICS: Twitter unveils its new “Spaces” social audio feature; the Grammys get rid of their secret nominating committees; we interview indie singer-songwriter John Taglieri. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.johntaglieri.com and check out his new single “Talking to Myself Out Loud” at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w66vZLCjU8.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Brea...
May 09, 2021•58 min
TOPICS: Spotify’s premium option for podcasters; new CDC guidelines and what they mean for indie creators; we interview Michael Elsner of Master Music Licensing to get sync licensing tips. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.mastermusiclicensing.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend ...
May 02, 2021•1 hr
TOPICS: Apple Podcasts is offering a subscription feature for all of its creators; Apple Music announces its streaming rate; Downton Abbey; Ted Lasso; we interview singer-songwriter Jane Jensen. Check outJane’s new album “Enchant” and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.janejensenmusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the...
Apr 25, 2021•53 min
TOPICS: What indie artists can learn from Taylor Swift re-releasing her “Fearless” album; outdoor house concerts; we interview noted indie music publicist and Cyber PR founder Ariel Hyatt. Her new book “TheUltimate Guide in Music Publicity” is available in June and find out more about her work by visiting www.cyberprmusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpod...
Apr 18, 2021•1 hr 8 min
