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Business Side of Music

Business Side of Music

The Business Side of Music Podcast

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Show overview

Business Side of Music has been publishing since 2018, and across the 8 years since has built a catalogue of 304 episodes. That works out to roughly 210 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 34 min and 46 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 12 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 51 episodes published. Published by The Business Side of Music Podcast.

Episodes
304
Running
2018–2026 · 8y
Median length
40 min
Cadence
Fortnightly

From the publisher

The Business Side of Music podcast features interviews with leading industry professionals and working musicians, offering real-world advice to help artists grow their careers and incomes. Founded by Tom Sabella and Traci Snowe in 2008, the show has a rich legacy of empowering musicians. For many years, the podcast was hosted by Bob Bender, a respected industry veteran known for his work with Ringo Starr, Billy Preston, and Curb Records. Bob's passing in 2023 left a lasting impact, and we continue to honor his legacy. Today, the podcast is hosted by Sarah Fleshner, a music industry professional with over 12 years of experience in artist management, live sound, touring, and business development. As owner of 362 Entertainment, Sarah brings fresh insights while carrying forward the show's mission: pulling back the curtain on the business side of music and helping artists succeed.

Latest Episodes

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The Manager-Artist Relationship No One Explains to You Before You Sign | 30-Year Artist Manager Veteran James Hodgin

Aug 4, 202632 min

He's Distributed 2 Million Songs. Here's Why Most Don't Break Through | Jorge Brea, CEO of Symphonic

Jul 7, 202632 min

The Music Video Strategy Every Independent Artist Needs in 2026

Jun 23, 202629 min

Stop Giving Away Your Rights: Dina LaPolt on AI, Ownership & Artist Power

Jun 9, 202627 min

The Battle for the Future of Live Music

May 19, 202624 min

Execution Over Perfection: Real Music Industry Leadership for Indie Artists & Managers

Apr 28, 202647 min

Built to Last (Or Built to Break?)

Apr 14, 20269 min

What It Really Takes to Build a Sustainable Music Career

Mar 24, 202631 min

The Business Setup Every Independent Artist Needs

Mar 10, 202611 min

The Live Show Formula: Moments That Move Tickets & Merch

Feb 24, 202627 min

The Touring Playbook for Independent Artists

Feb 10, 202618 min

5 Moves Artists Should Make to Start the Year Strong with Sarah Fleshner

Jan 27, 20267 min

Breaking Artists in the Algorithm Era with Scott Welch

Nov 11, 202513 min

Healing the Music: Inside the Work of Music Health Alliance

Oct 14, 202531 min

The Business Behind NAMM with John Mlynczak

Sep 9, 202544 min

So You Wanna Be In Show Biz? with Nikki Sanz

Aug 26, 202544 min

The Business of Booking with Hamilton Byrd

Jul 22, 202526 min

Country Music, Family Ties & Filing Taxes with Pam Tillis

Jul 1, 202523 min

Cheers to 100 Years

May 20, 202527 min

#338 - The Business Side of Music Series Finale: Saying Goodbye to a Friend

Dec 11, 202445 min