In this podcast, J Isaacson discusses the flaws in the current music licensing model and his perspective on the future of the industry. He also talks about his company, Jukin Media, and their success in licensing music for various entertainment platforms.
The speaker talks about his realization that he needs to be active in order to be involved in the music industry and his decision to quit a music program after assessing its value for his goals.
Two rappers are overheard discussing their struggles making money and advising each other on maintaining relationships while on tour.
The speaker talks about how they have come to trust certain people in the industry and various power dynamics at play, including the lack of women in positions of power.
A former assistant of One Direction’s former manager reveals how he scammed the band for millions by making himself the sixth member and taking a cut of everything, leading to him tripling his commission.
The pressures and hype of the music industry can cause artists to lose their true selves and become someone they're not. Cynthia shares her experience of how she started believing in the hype and controlling every aspect that led to her being rude to other people.
The speaker shares his dislike for those who act like they're not playing the game in the music industry and admires those who are open about it. He shares an anecdote about an interview where someone asked about his music process, but he interrupted the question to avoid talking about old music and another interview where he discussed his respect for those who are open about playing the game.
Paul and his guest discuss the importance of having responsible personalities in the music industry and how drug and alcohol use can impair performance. They also mention that having friendships within the band is not their top priority.
The trend of modern bands recording Christmas songs is a result of the financial benefit that comes with owning the rights to a popular Christmas song, as it is a guaranteed source of income every year.
The speaker recognizes the importance of good communication in the music industry, as it helps in building up a relationship among individuals. They suggest that those starting out in the industry should hire someone to manage their work, if they do not have a proper team for support.
The host and guest discuss the importance of understanding the business side of the music industry and how to navigate it effectively as an artist. The guest emphasizes the value of communicating with and trusting other professionals in the industry.
