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The Music Business Buddy

by Jonny Amos

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Episode 120: Music Distribution Decoded (Singles, Surprise Drops & Metadata with Jake Williams)

October 20, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode, UK based music executive Jake Williams shares insights into modern music release strategies, metadata management, and the role of AI in music distribution. Discover how data-driven decisions and innovative approaches are…
Episode 119: What Does Success Look Like ? (With Dan Scott)

October 13, 2026 · 44 min

Spotlight Advisory Group CEO and Co-Founder Dan Scott shares his unique perspective on the value of creativity, ownership, and legacy in the music industry, emphasising purpose over profit and exploring how AI might shape the future of…
Episode 118: Can We Build a Better Music Business? (With Andre Mullen)

October 6, 2026 · 58 min

Music Industry Executive Andre Mullen shares his insights on transforming the music industry through faith-based, integrated IP models, long-term artist development, and the role of technology in building authentic artist-fan…
Episode 117: How Artists Can Build Real Fan Relationships

September 29, 2026 · 42 min

How OpenStage Is Changing the Artist–Fan RelationshipWhat if artists could build a direct relationship with their fans — rather than relying on social platforms, streaming services and other third parties? In this episode of The Music…
Episode 116: From Songwriting to Sync - Inside Independent Music Publishing

September 22, 2026 · 37 min

Phil Simpson on Independent Music Publishing, Sync and the Power of Human TasteJonny Amos speaks with Phil Simpson, founder of First Original Music, about independent music publishing, sync, and why human relationships and taste remain at…

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Episode 115: The Future of Music Supervision - Sync, Streaming, TikTok and AI

September 15, 2026 · 24 min

This episode delves deeply into the evolving role of music supervision, exploring its historical context, current challenges, and future trends. Jonny Amos discusses the dual nature of music supervisors as both creative and…
Episode 114: Building a Record Label From Scratch in 2026 (with Jamie Sellers)

September 8, 2026 · 58 min

I speak with hit producer Jamie Sellers about how music creation has changed now that artists can get a demo most of the way there on their own, but still need experienced ears to finish a record. Jamie explains why his role has shifted…
Episode 113: What Every Songwriter Should Know About Music Publishing

September 1, 2026 · 27 min

In this episode, Jonny Amos explores the ins and outs of music publishing, focusing on what songwriters should know about choosing the right publisher, deal structures, and long-term relationships. Perfect for songwriters looking to…
Episode 112: How The Creator Economy Is Changing Music Licensing (With Chordal CEO Grayson Sanders)

August 25, 2026 · 42 min

In this episode, Chordal CEO Grayson Sanders joins me, Jonny Amos, for a discussion on the complexities of music licensing in the digital age, the potential of AI in rights management, and the future of micro-licensing for the creator…
Episode 111: The Business Beyond The Music (with Lucas Rizzo)

August 18, 2026 · 36 min

In this episode, I am joined by Hekta Music Group CEO Lucas Rizzo who also operates as a Fractional Partner Across Brands, Tech and Capital. Lucas shares insights from his unique journey through music, tech, and startups, highlighting the…
Episode 110: How Song Royalties Are Being Miscounted And How Tech Fixes It (Audoo CEO Ryan Edwards)

August 11, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

Your music can be playing in thousands of real-world places right now: cafés, shops, gyms, pubs, restaurants, clubs and grassroots venues. The uncomfortable truth is that public performance royalties are still often calculated from…
Episode 109: How and Why Sync Licensing Is About To Change (with Nathan Duvall)

August 4, 2026 · 37 min

Sync is meant to be simple: a great track, a clear brief, a fair fee, everyone gets paid. In reality, it can be weeks of chasing split sheets, conflicting PRO records, missing contacts and approvals that arrive too late to matter. I’m…

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About the show

The Music Business Buddy is a podcast about the future of music careers. Each episode explores how artists and creators are navigating today’s evolving music industry — from AI and streaming to publishing, sync licensing, branding and fan growth. Featuring conversations with music executives, creatives, entrepreneurs and innovators, the show offers practical insights into how the modern music business really works. The Music Business Buddy is hosted by award winning UK based music professional Jonny Amos. Author of The Music Business For Music Creators (Routledge, 2024), Jonny is a music industry consultant, artist manager, producer and educator. Subscribe to The Music Business Buddy Brief for weekly insights on the future of the music industry, AI, artist development, rights and the creator economy. The podcast explains what's happening. The newsletter explains why it matters. Subscribe: https://themusicbusinessbuddy.beehiiv.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themusicbusinessbuddypodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/jonny_amos/ Email jonnyamos@me.com Websites www.jonnyamos.com https://themusicbusinessbuddy.riverside.com