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How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue Streams

Emily White
Music Publishing
Revenue Streams
Music Industry
Artist Management
Music Business
Self-Publishing
Kash Doll
Trinidad James
Think It's A Game Records
Arrange Me
Digital Streaming Platforms
Email Marketing
UK Radio
Hal Leonard
Sheet Music
Music Marketing
Direct-To-Fan Sales
Patreon
Bandcamp
Independent Music Distribution

How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue Streams is the podcast version of Emily White's #1 Amazon best-selling book. White brings each chapter of the book to life with handpicked world-class guests including Bon Iver's Justin Vernon, Imogen Heap, Kam Franklin of The Suffers, Warped Tour Founder Kevin Lyman, legendary attorney Donald S. Passman, Patrick Sansone of Wilco, and... more

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Dana is so brilliant we had her back for a Part Two to discuss how to book a show, regional, national, and international tour by utilizing data as well as how to keep costs down on the road and more. Enjoy!

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Dana Chard is one of the best producers of world-class concerts on the planet. In part one of this episode, Dana shares how she defied getting rejected from her dream school by getting that decision reversed, and developed her skills by working her w... more

This is an epic episode with the esteemed Malcolm J. Gray who shares his journey of working his way up through the industry to become the powerhouse marketer that he is as VP of Marketing at Live Nation Urban while also sharing best practices for art... more

It’s finally time to release your music! This episode will explore how to maximize your revenue when distributing your music. To do so Host Emily White chats with Bandcamp GM Dan Melnick about this and much more. We hope you enjoy!

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Recent Guests

Dana Chard
Chief Inspiration Officer at Lifestyle Events; veteran live events producer
Lifestyle Events
Episode: S5.8.1/E86: How to Break Into the Concert Industry w/ Lifestyle Events’ Dana Chard
Malcolm Gray
Live Nation Urban VP of Marketing
Live Nation Urban
Episode: S5.7/E85: How to Market With or Without a Budget w/ Live Nation Urban VP of Marketing Malcolm Gray
Dan Melnick
GM of Bandcamp
Bandcamp
Episode: S5.6/E84: Setting Up Your Release and Distribution Plan w/ Bandcamp GM Dan Melnick
Kira Burr
Boukie Games co-founder, game composer, Northeastern alum
Boukie Games
Episode: S5.5.1 / E82: Composing and Scoring for Video Games and More w/ Boukie Games Co-Founder Kira Burr
David Herlihy
Copyright law professor, Northeastern Music Industry Department coordinator
Northeastern University
Episode: S5.3/E80: Get Your Business Affairs Together w/ Professor David Herlihy, Esq.
Magen Tracy
New England Conservatory of Music Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
New England Conservatory of Music
Episode: S5.2/E79: How to Market With or Without a Budget w/ Magen Tracy
Naomi Westwater
Artist, reclaiming folk founder, Club Passim and We Make Noise organizer
Club Passim; We Make Noise
Episode: S5.1/E78: Get Your Art Together With Naomi Westwater
Gloria Kaba
World-class producer and engineer
Episode: SPECIAL EPISODE / E77: Gloria Kaba on How to Record With or Without a Budget and More
Bertis Downs IV
Long-time manager and attorney for REM
REM, attorney
Episode: SPECIAL EPISODE / E76: Get Your Biz Affairs Together w/ R.E.M. Manager and Attorney Bertis Downs

Host

Emily White
Host of the show; author and industry professional; partner at Collective Entertainment; founder of #iVoted Festivals

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • So valuable

    I’m learning so much just from the introduction - I can’t wait to take the deep dive !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StesoYusko
    United States4 years ago
  • Has potential, but unlistenable

    There is good content in here, but the audio quality is just not acceptable, especially for a podcast targeting musicians who care about… audio. Fixing this, and putting more effort into the overall editing would help greatly.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TM_1490
    United States5 years ago
  • So good!

    I’m learning a ton from this podcast. Can’t wait to hear future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bobbyjrBV
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this!!!

    So happy to hear this book come to life in podcast form. And I’m pumped about the guests lined up. I highly recommend this based the episodes I’ve heard thus far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BVAnnCK
    United States5 years ago
  • Heck ya 👏👏👏

    The podcast space needs this and Emily’s background ensures she’s the one to deliver the goods.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    modernshorties
    United States5 years ago

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Overall, listeners praise the actionable takeaways and guest diversity.
Listeners appreciate the host's industry experience and practical, non-glossy approach to careers in music.
Several comments highlight how much listeners learn and look forward to future guests.
One episode's audio quality is criticized, with notes that production could be improved.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S5.8.1/E86: How to Break Into the Concert Industry w/ Lifestyle Events’ Dana Chard
Q: What is Lifestyle Events and why are you Dana's angel?
Lifestyle Events is a full-service production company that handles every logistical piece of an event—from talent buying and venue rental to advance work and insured operations—aimed at turning big ideas into executable experiences. Dana is described as the chief inspiration officer who brings a collaborative, execution-focused approach to make complex events happen smoothly.
S5.6/E84: Setting Up Your Release and Distribution Plan w/ Bandcamp GM Dan Melnick
Q: What makes Bandcamp Fridays meaningful for artists?
Bandcamp Fridays offer a direct, high-impact revenue boost by waiving platform commissions and directing 100% of proceeds to artists, creating a powerful moment for fans to support creators and helping artists gain visibility.
S5.6/E84: Setting Up Your Release and Distribution Plan w/ Bandcamp GM Dan Melnick
Q: How should artists price their releases on Bandcamp?
Bandcamp provides a suggested price (e.g., digital albums around $9) based on data and charting requirements, but artists can set minimum prices or name-your-price options to test demand and maximize earnings, while still allowing fans to pay more if they value the music.
S5.6/E84: Setting Up Your Release and Distribution Plan w/ Bandcamp GM Dan Melnick
Q: What's the difference between a pre-order and a pre-save on Bandcamp?
Pre-orders involve fans paying upfront and delivering higher profitability and direct fan data, while pre-saves are more about streaming workflows and often involve fractional earnings, which is less favorable for building a sustainable direct-relationship with fans.
S5.7/E85: How to Market With or Without a Budget w/ Live Nation Urban VP of Marketing Malcolm Gray
Q: What advice would you give artists with a small budget for marketing?
He recommends prioritizing social content, focusing on collaborations and partnerships, and creating simple but engaging assets. If possible, build a direct-to-fan channel (text and email) and incentivize early access or exclusive experiences to mobilize fans without huge spend.

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The show centers on turning practical music career strategy into actionable steps, with episodes that tackle recording on a budget, music business legality, and revenue diversification. Guests include engineers, managers, educators, and artists who share concrete tips—from DIY studio setups and mastering, to ownership, income streams, and strategic marketing—grounded in real-world experiences and industry changes. The conversations mix craft, business, and community-building, often highlighting sustainable paths for independent musicians and the importance of relationships, branding, and education in navigating a changing landscape.

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1. Dana Chard
2. Malcolm Gray
3. Dan Melnick
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