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Making a Scene Presents

Richard LHommedieu
Music Industry
Artificial Intelligence
Independent Artists
Indie Artists
Web3
Blues Music
AI In Music
Indie Music
Music Production
Spotify
Home Studio
Streaming Services
Making a Scene
Email Marketing
Independent Musicians
Blues
Home Recording
Fan Passport System
Music
Blockchain

Making a Scene is the #1 Resource for the Indie Artist and the Fans that Love them! www.makingascene.org

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Latest Episodes

Making a Scene Presents - The Revenue Stack: How Indie Musicians Build Music Career One Layer at a Time

There was a time when the music business sold artists a very simple dream. Get discovered. Get signed. Get played on the radio. Get into the stor... more

Making a Scene Presents - The Tap Is the Door: How NFC Turns a Merch Table Into an Artist-Owned Revenue Machine

There is a moment at every live show that most indie artists are letting slip right through their fingers. It does not happen onstage. It... more

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Lance and Lea

Lance and Lea are Nashville’s definition of “two worlds collide”—and somehow it works so well it feels inevitable. Their story starts on opposite sides of the tracks: Lea grew up Amish, singing... more

Making a Scene Presents Gerry Casey's Interview with Chris Chalmers

Chris Chalmers is a Belfast-based singer and guitarist best known as the frontman of The 2:19, a blues-rooted band that earned a strong reputation on the Northern Irish scene and re... more

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Spike and the Gandy Dancers

Peter VanDusartz (aka “Spike”) created The Gandy Dancers to bring the next chapter of his songwriting journey fully to life—louder, richer, and more expansive than a solo project ... more

Making a Scene Presents - Using Saturation for Warmth: The Digital Trick That Feels Analog

Why This Matters: Character Without Expensive Gear

There is a funny lie that keeps floating around the home recording world. It says that if your mix does n... more

Making a Scene Presents - The Attention Harvest: Using AI to Capture Fans Before the Algorithm Takes Them Away

Most Artists Celebrate Views. Smart Artists Capture Relationships.

There is a moment that happens every day in the life of an independen... more

Making a Scene Presents - The Real Bottleneck in Music Isn’t Talent—It’s Attention

Why the Fight for an Indie Music Career Has Changed

There was a time when the hardest part of building a music career was getting access. You needed access to a stu... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Katara
Musician and guitarist of Lance and Lea
Lance and Lea
Episode: Interview with Lance and Lea
Gráinne Duffy
Irish singer-songwriter
Episode: Gerry Casey Interviews Grainne Duffy
Robin Batteau
Musician, songwriter, and recording artist featured in this episode
Independent music artist
Episode: Interview with Robin Batteau
Marty Powell
Member of the Riff Raiders
Riff Raiders
Episode: Gerry Casey's Interview with Marty and Jenni Powell of Riff Raiders
Jenni Powell
Member of the Riff Raiders
Riff Raiders
Episode: Gerry Casey's Interview with Marty and Jenni Powell of Riff Raiders
Andra Suchy
Singer-songwriter and producer
Independent artist; Battle Cat (2026)
Episode: Interview with Andra Suchy
Paul Joseph
Musician, member of The 100 Watt Vipers
100 Watt Vipers
Episode: Gerry Casey's Interview with The 100 Watt Vipers
Mark Winchester
Musician and songwriter, bass player known for two-string bass exploration and indie career path
Independent musician
Episode: An Interview with Mark W Winchester
Zac Harmon
Blues musician, interviewee on the episode
Episode: Interview with Zac Harmon

Host

Gerry Casey
Host with experience in interview-based formats and longstanding involvement in indie music conversations.

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Talking Points

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nterview with Spike and the Gandy Dancers
Q: What advice would you give indie artists about distribution and promotion?
Focus on owning the fan relationship, create a website ecosystem with data capture, offer exclusive content, and explore licensing and community-driven revenue streams rather than chasing streams alone.
nterview with Spike and the Gandy Dancers
Q: What's your view on the role of technology in independent music?
Spike argues for using tech to enhance, not replace, the traditional sense of community—building owners' ecosystems, collecting data, and providing exclusive fan experiences and products.
nterview with Spike and the Gandy Dancers
Q: How do you approach the songwriting and recording process for this album?
He talks about inspiration driving the songs, the role of melody and rhythm, and the collaboration with producer John Munson, including decisions to trim verses and record live with classic two-inch tape before incorporating modern techniques.
nterview with Spike and the Gandy Dancers
Q: What was that pivotal moment that pushed you to pursue music professionally?
Spike describes a lifelong love of storytelling through music, a shift toward putting out an album after years of building the craft, and the decision to form an ensemble around the project to reach audiences more effectively.
Gerry Casey Interviews Grainne Duffy
Q: How did you approach recording and songwriting for your new album?
She shares that a studio voucher from her husband Paul led her to start writing seriously, and mentions writing Drive Me Crazy on the way to the studio as a pivotal moment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Making a Scene Presents

What is Making a Scene Presents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on indie music entrepreneurship, fan data ownership, and sustainable careers for independent artists. Episodes frequently explore practical workflows for building direct relationships with fans, monetizing live performances, and leveraging modern tech (websites, data ownership, membership models, and even Web3 concepts) to reduce reliance on traditional platforms. Guests are musicians and industry thinkers who share hands-on experiences—from songwriting and touring to merchandise, marketing, and policy issues affecting the indie scene. A notable thread is the emphasis on authentic connection with fans, ethical monetization, and strategies to turn live shows into durable revenue streams rather than one-off events. The forma... more

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Recent guests on Making a Scene Presents include:

1. Lance Katara
2. Gráinne Duffy
3. Robin Batteau
4. Marty Powell
5. Jenni Powell
6. Andra Suchy
7. Paul Joseph
8. Mark Winchester

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