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Billboard On The Record

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Take a step inside the music business every week with unfiltered conversations with the executives, artists, and innovators shaping the industry, brought to you by Billboard's very own senior correspondent, Kristin Robinson. From billion-dollar catalog acquisitions to the next wave of music tech to the marketing moves driving headlines, "On the Record" cuts through the noise to uncover how boardro... more

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Christian and Gospel music are having a major moment. According to Luminate, Christian and Gospel has risen by 25% from 2024 to 2025 — making it the second fastest growing genre in America behind Rock. Lecrae, four-time Grammy-winning Christian artis... more

Coachella has become the biggest festival in America — and it rewrote the live music playbook in the process. Katie Bain, Billboard's senior music correspondent, director of Billboard Dance, joins Billboard On The Record to break down how a scrappy d... more

Music catalogs have quietly become one of the most valuable assets in entertainment — so who’s really shaping the future of music ownership? Golnar Khosrowshahi, founder and CEO of Reservoir Media, joins Billboard On The Record to break down how she ... more

How do songs go viral in today’s music landscape? And why has making it as an artist never been more strategic? Jesse Coren and Andrew Spelman, co-founders of Chaotic Good, joined Billboard On The Record for a live episode at SXSW to break it all dow... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Bain
Senior Correspondent, Director of Billboard Dance, author of Desert Dreams
Billboard
Episode: How Coachella Became America’s Biggest Music Festival w/ Katie Bain
Golnar Khosrowshahi
CEO and founder of Reservoir Media
Reservoir Media
Episode: How Music Catalogs Became the Smartest Investments in Entertainment w/ Golnar Khosrowshahi
Jesse Coren
Co-founder of Chaotic Good
Chaotic Good
Episode: How The Founders of Chaotic Good Make Songs Go Viral on TikTok — Live at SXSW
Andrew Spelman
Co-founder of Chaotic Good
Chaotic Good
Episode: How The Founders of Chaotic Good Make Songs Go Viral on TikTok — Live at SXSW
Mark Cuban
Dallas-based investor and entrepreneur
Cost Plus Drugs (healthcare) / former owner of Dallas Mavericks
Episode: How Mark Cuban Sees The Music Business — Live at SXSW
Mikey Shulman
CEO of Suno
Suno
Episode: How Suno's AI Is Disrupting The Music Industry w/ Mikey Shulman
Ryan Tedder
Songwriter, producer, and frontman of OneRepublic
OneRepublic
Episode: How Middle Class Songwriters Disappeared w/ Ryan Tedder & David Israelite
David Israelite
CEO and president of the National Music Publishers Association
National Music Publishers Association
Episode: How Middle Class Songwriters Disappeared w/ Ryan Tedder & David Israelite
Charlie Puth
Grammy-nominated artist and music producer
Atlantic Records
Episode: How Christmas Music Sounds So Christmas-y w/ Charlie Puth

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Kristin Robinson
Kristin Robinson serves as the senior correspondent at Billboard, leading insightful conversations that unpack the complexities of the music industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • High quality!!

    Really enjoying the episodes- go deep, have high class guests and Kristin as the host is going for it, curious herself … Thanks and keep the episodes coming! Best from Berlin/ Germany

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanne/Berlin
    Germany12 days ago
  • Podcast great - sound quality needs to be improved

    Great podcast and very interesting guests! Love listening to it while running in the morning. But guys: sound quality needs to be better. Consistent Loudness, Mic Quality, Mixing quality. One example: the episode with Suno. Can you hear the artifacts? Thank you for doing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Just-do-it!
    Germanya month ago
  • I knew this podcast would be good but not this good

    Kristin Robinson AND Amy Allen on the same podcast? Two of my favorite people in music? Yes please more of this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheefguy
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of insight and the quality of guests, noting strong connections to their favorite figures in music.
The podcast is praised for its informative content and relevant industry discussions, which resonate with both professionals and casual fans.

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#120
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How Music Catalogs Became the Smartest Investments in Entertainment w/ Golnar Khosrowshahi
Q: How do masters differ from publishing when evaluating a catalog and what changes if you own one vs the other?
Masters are the specific sound recordings and are marketed and licensed differently from publishing, which covers song rights and lyrics. Ownership affects marketing approach, required promotions, and the teams involved; today both assets can trade at parity, but they require distinct strategies and workflows.
How Music Catalogs Became the Smartest Investments in Entertainment w/ Golnar Khosrowshahi
Q: What was the inflection point that made the catalog market hot in recent years?
The realization that music copyrights generate perpetual cash flow combined with a broader education of mainstream investors, plus the arrival of new entrants like private equity, pension funds, and large investment groups, created a sustained demand that pushed prices higher.
How The Founders of Chaotic Good Make Songs Go Viral on TikTok — Live at SXSW
Q: Interesting. Okay, so you guys feel very confident that you can make a song go viral online, but does that actually translate to streams all the time?
If there's a lot of virality but no streaming conversion, it may mean the song itself isn't a fit for the audience, or the targeting isn't aligned; however, viral trends can still boost long-term engagement if the trend aligns with the artist's fan base and branding.
How Billboard Is Predicting the Biggest Music Industry Moves Ahead for 2026 w/ Dan Rys, Elizabeth Dilts Marshall & Bill Donahue
Q: What will happen with the DOJ's lawsuit against Ticketmaster?
This case could reshape competition law in America, especially concerning Live Nation's dominant position in the live music industry.
How Billboard Is Predicting the Biggest Music Industry Moves Ahead for 2026 w/ Dan Rys, Elizabeth Dilts Marshall & Bill Donahue
Q: How will the catalog market change and what major catalogs will be up for sale?
The catalog market is shifting towards more nuanced financial structures, with notable sales anticipated from artists like Metallica and in the K-pop genre.

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Engaging with the vibrant world of the music industry, thought-provoking discussions showcase the insights of executives, artists, and innovators driving change and shaping the business. Episodes often explore a variety of crucial topics, including the commercialization of music, the impact of technology, and the evolving practices within the industry, particularly around significant events like the Grammy Awards, streaming trends, and artist compensation. Noteworthy highlights include deep dives into the complexities of Christmas music, the balance between artistry and artificial intelligence, and the nuances of song royalties. This podcast stands out for its in-depth, informative approach, making it appealing for both music industry insid... more

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2. Golnar Khosrowshahi
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4. Andrew Spelman
5. Mark Cuban
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7. Ryan Tedder
8. David Israelite

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