The Music Biz Weekly

Carmine shares his experience using AI to create music videos for Cactus’s recent albums, explaining how they collaborate with video director Dom Esposito to create high-quality computer-generated content that would have cost millions to produce traditionally. Episode 693: This was an interview for the Music Biz Weekly Podcast where Michael discussed the music industry changes […]

We are joined by John Torra, the new lead singer of Quiet Riot. Episode 692: We are joined by John Torra, the new lead singer of Quiet Riot. John shared his background growing up in Long Island, his early musical influences like Elvis Presley and Van Halen, and how he taught himself to sing by […]

John’s YouTube covers and online presence led to mainstream media attention and a positive reception, comparing his rise to the “Rockstar” movie narrative. Episode 691: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured a discussion between Michael and Blasko about the recent announcement of John Torra as the new lead singer of Quiet Riot. They explored how […]

Paul Gargano, a music manager with a background in journalism and former editor of Metal Edge magazine, discusses trends in the music business Episode 690: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Paul Gargano, a music manager with a background in journalism and former editor of Metal Edge magazine, discussing trends in the music business. The […]

The marketing challenges faced by Stanley Simmons, the singer-songwriter duo consisting of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley’s sons, Evan and Nick Episode 689: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast discussed the marketing challenges faced by Stanley Simmons, the singer-songwriter duo consisting of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley’s sons, Evan and Nick. Michael and Blasko explored how […]

Strategies for opening acts to maximize their opportunities, including reading the audience, incorporating familiar covers into sets, showcasing band members’ talents, and engaging directly with fans after performances. Episode 688: Michael and Blasko discussed Blasko’s recent successful tour with Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson, where they observed strong attendance and positive fan engagement despite challenging […]

Traditional sales department roles within the music industry have been eliminated, leaving artists to handle sales responsibilities. Episode 687: Michael and Blasko discussed a major frustration shared by both as fans and business professionals – the inability to purchase new music releases when fans are most excited to buy them. They identified that the traditional […]

Michael and Blasko discuss their personal music histories in a fun, profile-focused episode. Episode 686: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Michael and Blasko discussing their personal music histories in a fun, profile-focused episode. They shared stories about their first album purchases, with Blasko recalling buying KISS “Destroyer” in 1977 at age 7, and Michael […]

How authenticity applies to artists at every career stage, from new independent artists to established veterans. Episode 685: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured Blasko and Michael discussing two essential practices that every band should implement but often overlooks. Blasko emphasized the critical importance of authentic artistic expression, arguing that independent artists must genuinely connect […]

Blasko shares his strategies for staying productive, including using a mobile office backpack with essential tech gear and backups, while on tour Episode 684: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast featured a discussion between Michael and Blasko about managing business while on tour. Blasko, currently on the road with Rob Zombie, shared his strategies for staying […]