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The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland

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The Money Trench (TMT) is The Music Industry Podcast from presenter Mark Sutherland and exec producer Mike Walsh, produced by Tape Notes and supported by Sound On and Tixel. Each Monday, we will dissect the biggest music industry news stories of the previous week, in the company of one of the industry’s most influential executives. Followed by a deep dive into that exec’s career in music, includin... more

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Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Pat Carr, legendary marketing and management executive, and founder of the Remote Control Agency.

Through her 40 year career, Pat has marketed many iconic acts such as Ash, Blondie, and Rick ... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Lucy Noble, SVP of UK Venues for AEG Presents.

Having studied at RCM and spent 20 years working at the Royal Albert Hall, Lucy is an expert in anything and everything live.

The pair discuss ... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by John Giddings of Solo Music Agency and the Isle of Wight Festival.

Best known for transforming the Isle of Wight Festival into one of the UK's biggest music events, John shares stories from h... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Co-Head of Global Touring at CAA, Emma Banks.

As a true legend of the live industry, Emma works with huge artists ranging from Katy Perry and Lorde to the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Muse.

The... more

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Recent Guests

Emma Banks
Co-head of global touring at CAA; influential live music booking agent
CAA
Episode: TMT:93 Emma Banks On Life As A Super-Agent
Michael Adex
Founder and CEO of NQ
NQ
Episode: TMT:92 Michael Adex On Managing Aitch & Building The NQ Empire
Guy Moot
CEO and co-chair of Warner Chappell Music
Warner Chappell Music
Episode: TMT:91 Guy Moot on The Art Of Publishing A&R & The Importance Of Songs & Songwriters
Dan Chalmers
Head of Music for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at YouTube
YouTube
Episode: TMT:90 Dan Chalmers on How The Music Biz Learned To Love YouTube
Martin Talbot
Former Official Charts Company CEO
Official Charts Company (former)
Episode: TMT:89 Martin Talbot On Why The Charts Still Matter
YolanDa Brown
Chair of the BPI, MOBO-winning artist, broadcaster, and entrepreneur
BPI
Episode: TMT:88 YolanDa Brown LIVE On Why UK Music Is Back In The Big Time
Miles Leonard
Music industry executive, longtime A&R and label leader, current live venue project head at YTL Live
YTL Live
Episode: TMT:87 Miles Leonard on Helping Coldplay To The Top & Getting Into The Arena Business
Alastair Webber
Co-founder and CEO of The Other Songs
The Other Songs
Episode: TMT:86 Alastair Webber On Fair Deals For Songwriters
Kamille Purcell
Top songwriter and producer, also artistic soloist with her own label/publishing
Kamille's own label and publishing
Episode: TMT:85 Kamille On Being A Top Hitmaker & Why Songwriters Still Need More Support

Host

Mark Sutherland
Host of The Money Trench; senior figure associated with The Money Trench, its podcast, and related music-industry productions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • A must for anyone in the Music Industry or thinking about a career in the Industry.

    This podcast literally had me hooked. I was late to the party but once I was in, I went straight back to the beginning to listen to every episode.

    It has great guests, facts, figures and real life stories not to forget tips.

    Looking forward to what’s next for 2026

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cscadden
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Hi Mike, hi Mark - forgot all the months to write- I’m in from beginning on and listened to almost every episode. Really enjoying it! Great mix of guests and so much good inside and Entertianment . Keep it coming- all the best from Berlin - Tessy Schulz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanne/Berlin
    Germany9 months ago
  • A blast!

    So informative and entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scarlett Rhett
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant

    Loving the pod. Learning so much about the music biz. You are so brat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Veronicaplath13
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great insight into the industry!

    Loving the guests so far, some brilliant stories and I already feel like I’ve learned a lot. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brimmey
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Fans value the credibility and depth of conversations, especially on publishing, charts, and live music.
Listeners praise access to high-caliber guests and practical industry insights.

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TMT:92 Michael Adex On Managing Aitch & Building The NQ Empire
Q: How does NQ approach signing and developing talent like Aitch and Wiz the MC?
NQ looks for artists who listen and are ambitious, prioritizes adding value beyond the basics, and emphasizes building a sustainable, audience-centered career rather than chasing quick megastardom; adaptation and timing are crucial.
TMT:92 Michael Adex On Managing Aitch & Building The NQ Empire
Q: What happened with Ed Sheeran's move away from Warner, and what does it mean for the industry at large?
The guest notes that a long tenure at a label ending can reflect natural career evolution; it also underscores the volatility and negotiation dynamics in big label ecosystems and how artists seek new paths that better align with their goals.
TMT:93 Emma Banks On Life As A Super-Agent
Q: Looking back at your beginnings in Reading and university promotions, what catalyzed your move into agency work?
Early experiences promoting acts and building real relationships showed Emma the value of hands-on promotion, persistence, and seizing opportunities, which led to joining agents and ultimately pursuing a career in agencies.
TMT:93 Emma Banks On Life As A Super-Agent
Q: What's the secret to being a good booking agent in Emma Banks's view?
There isn't a single secret; it's about hard work, listening, building trust with the artist's team, fairness, and crafting individualized plans that balance artistic goals with commercial realities.
TMT:93 Emma Banks On Life As A Super-Agent
Q: Emma, you're planning the 50th anniversary Silver Clef for the Royal Albert Hall. How's it going and what stands out about this year's lineup?
We have a fantastic lineup with honorees and presenters, and the event aims to raise funds for Nordoff Robbins through a strong auction and sponsorships; it's a special milestone that connects the charity with the wider music industry.

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What is The Money Trench about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A detailed, industry-forward show that uses weekly music-industry headlines as a springboard into in-depth interviews with senior executives and leaders across publishing, labels, live venues, radio, and artist management. Episodes blend high-signal conversations about charts, licensing, AI, streaming economics, and education with personal career stories and practical insights for anyone navigating the music business. Notable strengths include high-profile guests who shape policy and strategy, a clear focus on independent and artist-first perspectives, and a steady emphasis on live music ecosystems, grassroots venues, and education. The format is conducive to listeners seeking actionable industry context, trend analysis, and career lessons ... more

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4. Dan Chalmers
5. Martin Talbot
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