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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 one of the most successful music executives in the game, Miles Leonard.

Having held senior roles across a number of major labels, working with acts such as The Verve, Kylie Minogue and Coldpl... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Alastair Webber, Co-Founder and CEO of The Other Songs.

Having started at Island Records, Alastair and his brother, Billy, have joined forces at The Other Songs to represent nearly every aspe... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by legendary songwriter and producer, Kamille.

From Little Mix to Clean Bandit, Kamille has played an integral role in some of the biggest songs ever! Kamille also has her very own solo artist c... more

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Frank Turner, one of the UK’s most successful folk-punk artists.

Having started out in punk band Million Dead before becoming a solo artist, Frank has played over 3000 gigs, including Wembley... more

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Recent Guests

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
Frank Turner
punk rock legend and independent artist advocate
Independent musician (UK)
Episode: TMT:84 Frank Turner On Making Touring Work For Grassroots Artists & Venues
Jeremy Lascelles
Co-founder and CEO of Blue Raincoat Music
Blue Raincoat Music
Episode: TMT:83 Jeremy Lascelles On Building A Game-Changing Indie Music Company
Catherine Marks
Top producer, mixer and engineer
Independent music producer
Episode: TMT:82 Catherine Marks On The Threat To UK Studios & Recording Olivia Rodrigo In A Day
Callum Read
Manager at Touchdown Management and Happy Artist Records
Touchdown Management; Happy Artist Records
Episode: TMT:81 Adam Harris & Callum Read On The Return Of Guitar Music
Adam Harris
Manager at Touchdown Management and Happy Artist Records
Touchdown Management; Happy Artist Records
Episode: TMT:81 Adam Harris & Callum Read On The Return Of Guitar Music
Chris Price
Head of Music for BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra
BBC Radio 1 / 1Xtra
Episode: TMT:80 Chris Price On How To Get On The BBC Radio 1 Playlist
Tommas Arnby
Co-founder of Locomotion and Special Projects, artist manager for Yungblud
Locomotion, Special Projects
Episode: TMT:79 Tommas Arnby On Mananging Yungblud & Why Rock Is Finally Back

Hosts

Mark Sutherland
Host of The Money Trench, The Money Trench Podcast
Mike Walsh
Executive producer

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 109 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 Kingdom4 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
    Germany7 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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TMT:86 Alastair Webber On Fair Deals For Songwriters
Q: What does fairer deals for songwriters look like in practice?
They describe a model where a portion of the master royalty is allocated to non-performing songwriters from day one, increasing songwriter income and sharing rewards more equitably across the chain.
TMT:84 Frank Turner On Making Touring Work For Grassroots Artists & Venues
Q: Welcome to the show, Frank. How's your music week been?
Turner shares that he's just returned from a long tour in Latin America and North America, enjoyed some downtime, and is looking forward to the next phase of touring.
TMT:80 Chris Price On How To Get On The BBC Radio 1 Playlist
Q: What does Radio 1 want from artists and managers today?
Radio 1 offers context, credibility, and a commitment to shepherding artists from BBC Introducing through to headline slots at Big Weekend, providing unrivaled storytelling around plays and helping artists grow their narratives.
TMT:80 Chris Price On How To Get On The BBC Radio 1 Playlist
Q: What are the key factors into who gets on the playlist, and who doesn't?
The playlist meeting centers on four main metrics—how British, how new, how independent, and how female or non-white the roster is—combined with other signals like an artist's journey, live activity, and storytelling potential to decide eligibility and fit.
TMT:80 Chris Price On How To Get On The BBC Radio 1 Playlist
Q: Chris, you've been head of music at Radio 1 for 10 years this year. How has the job changed in that decade?
The role has evolved with the shift to multi-platform, social-first strategies; Radio 1 now integrates linear radio with YouTube-first formats, live events, and a broader content ecosystem while preserving its core mission of elevating British artists and telling their stories.

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A business-leaning music industry podcast that pairs weekly analysis of the biggest industry stories with in-depth conversations with top executives. Episodes commonly explore artist management, label strategy, peak streaming and AI implications, live music ecosystems, and the balance between artistic integrity and commercial viability. Notable through-lines include the power shifts between majors and independents, the rise of Bandcamp-style platforms, advocacy for venues and artists, and a clear emphasis on practical insights for professionals navigating a rapidly evolving landscape. The show tends to attract listeners who want clear takeaways for strategy, branding, and creative business decisions in music.

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Recent guests on The Money Trench include:

1. Alastair Webber
2. Kamille Purcell
3. Frank Turner
4. Jeremy Lascelles
5. Catherine Marks
6. Callum Read
7. Adam Harris
8. Chris Price

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