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The Unstarving Musician

Robonzo (Roberto R Hernandez)
Independent Musicians
Music Industry
Music Marketing
Social Media
Audience Engagement
Independent Artists
Merchandising
Touring
Youtube
Email Marketing
Video Game Composition
Intercept Music
Social Media Marketing
Mental Health
House Concerts
Music
AAA Games
Indie Game Development
Direct Sales
Music Collaboration

The Unstarving Musician features interviews with independent musicians, songwriters, producers, and music industry professionals who share their experience and expertise on recording, touring, marketing, the business of music, and more. This is all intended to help you, the independent music artists create a sustainable and profitable music career.

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Dan Scott lives at the intersection of creativity, law, and financial freedom. Equal parts artist, strategist, and advisor, he has spent his career helping creatives build lives where their work, money, and purpose actually align. He started his care... more

Most independent artists walk away from a live show with whatever the ticket sales and merch table produced. Cody DeLong has spent more than a decade helping artists find what's left on the table, and it turns out there's quite a bit.

Cody is the C... more

Lynz Crichton makes her fourth appearance on The Unstarving Musician. She's a singer-songwriter based in Nottingham, England, and the creator of Music Marketing Method, a program that helps independent musicians build audience, monetize their work, a... more

After nearly 16 years at Atlantic Records (the last six as President of A&R) Pete Ganbarg has a clearer view than almost anyone of what separates artists who break through from artists who don't. In this conversation, he shares what that view looks l... more

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Recent Guests

Cody DeLong
CEO and co-founder of Sound Rink, live music technology platform for VIPs, presales, and fan data
Sound Rink
Episode: 355 Cody DeLong's Fan Data Playbook – VIP, Pre-Sales, and Direct-to-Fan Revenue
Lynz Crichton
Singer-songwriter based in Nottingham, founder of Music Marketing Method
Music Marketing Method
Episode: 354 Weariness Isn't Failure — Lynz Crichton on Walking Away vs. Staying In
Pete Ganbarg
A&R executive, record producer, and former president of A&R at Atlantic Records
Pure Tone Music; formerly Atlantic Records
Episode: 353 The Only Opinion That Matters – Pete Ganbarg on What Independent Artists (and A&R) Get Wrong
Terry Carleton
Musician, Bones and Knives recording studio owner
Bones and Knives Studio
Episode: 352 Analog on Purpose — How Terry Carleton Built a Career Too Busy to Market
Cory Wade
Singer, vocalist and bandleader with Hank Lane Music in New York; recent original music release
Hank Lane Music (New York)
Episode: 350 The Event Band Income Model — Cory Wade
Tom Meny
Self-described curator and advocate for house concerts, discussed building networks and Folk Alliance-era methods
House concert facilitator / organizer
Episode: 349 The House Concert Business Framework: How Independent Artists Create Their Own Market
Amy Killingsworth
Co-founded Amy & Gary's House Concerts in San Antonio, later Houston area; discussed hosting and promotion mechanics
Amy & Gary's House Concerts
Episode: 349 The House Concert Business Framework: How Independent Artists Create Their Own Market
Shannon Curtis
Artist who shifted from club touring to annual house concert tours and author of a book on the model
Independent musician
Episode: 349 The House Concert Business Framework: How Independent Artists Create Their Own Market
Nicole Wagner
Austin-based singer-songwriter; discussed Patreon/talent strategy and hands-on host/guest dynamics
Independent musician
Episode: 349 The House Concert Business Framework: How Independent Artists Create Their Own Market

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Robonzo
Host of The Unstarving Musician

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Fantastic Resource for Musicians!!

    This is a fantastic podcast for independent musicians! The music world seems to be constantly changing, and it’s difficult to keep up sometimes. Roberto does a incredible job with this program keeping us informed in this crazy music business. He has a wide range of expert guests that offer valuable, practical information on everything from marketing, licensing, and networking, to touchy topics like burnout and writers block. His own expertise shines through in a warm, friendly way that makes the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PlayitagainChris
    United States3 years ago
  • Roberto is a delight to listen to

    Roberto knows his stuff and interviews some of the most fascinating people in the industry. Excellent podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max Branding
    United States6 years ago
  • One of the best music podcasts available

    Fantastic show with a fantastic host. Robonzo is doing great things for any musician by hosting this podcast. I’ve learned so much from it and have applied so much that I’ve learned to my own career and band. If you love music and want to learn more, discover new artists and do more to advance your career, listen to this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaraorah
    United States8 years ago
  • Extremely Useful

    After years of not playing guitar, "things" happened that gave me a kick in the ass. I've started playin again and want to make a left turn career-wise.

    This podcast has given me - and I'm certain will still deliver - many pieces of advice and direction for my new path.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stickybones Jackson
    Belgium8 years ago
  • just the right tone

    i make $20k a year playing piano...i have a day job...i would like to expand my music business. this podcast does just that. not a lot of glam...not so technical that i need an electrical engineering degree. it’s conversations about tools, strategies, techniques, and fun that will actually help my business grow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony467429
    United States9 years ago

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Listeners appreciate actionable tactics and real-world case studies.
The focus on house concerts and community-driven models resonates with touring artists and managers.
Great host who invites a range of practical, experience-based insights for indie artists.

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#229
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#125
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Talking Points

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350 The Event Band Income Model — Cory Wade
Q: What advice would you give to independent musicians about balancing live performance with original music?
Treat live performance as a service to the audience; let that mindset inform your original work, stay consistent, and don't let stigma dictate your path.
350 The Event Band Income Model — Cory Wade
Q: What does a typical month look like in terms of gigs and income in Hank Lane?
Typically four to eight gigs per month in the busy season, with peaks like twelve in a month; income is seasonal, influenced by leadership roles and the ability to build reliable relationships.
350 The Event Band Income Model — Cory Wade
Q: How did your experience on America's Next Top Model shape your music career, if at all?
It shaped perception and branding, but I learned to define myself as a musician beyond the show's identity, which helped me pursue live entertainment and original music with authenticity.
346 Christal Hector – How Independent Venues Actually Evaluate Artists
Q: Walk me through what a venue owner's actually looking at when an artist reaches out. What is their evaluation process?
They look for two main things: can the artist draw a crowd appropriate for the venue and will the artist be easy to work with. Beyond that, professionalism and organization, like having an EPK and an already-booked lineup, signal that the show will be well planned and successful.
345 The Session Musician's 50-Year Career Blueprint with Johnny Thirkell
Q: How do you structure your rates as a session musician?
I have a flat rate for tracks and offer unlimited overdubs to avoid making musical decisions based on money.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Unstarving Musician

What is The Unstarving Musician about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, hands-on show focused on the realities of building a sustainable career in independent music. Episodes frequently cover live-performance business models (house concerts, private events, and party/venue bookings), monetization strategies beyond streaming (patreon-style membership, direct-to-fan, and physical products), licensing and distribution (sync, royalties, and distribution deals), and pragmatic workflows for artists balancing artistry with entrepreneurship. Notable quirks include a strong emphasis on relationship-building, host-led frameworks, and real-world case studies from practitioners who run their own networks or businesses. Listeners can expect actionable templates, revenue models, and community-building tactics de... more

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1. Cody DeLong
2. Lynz Crichton
3. Pete Ganbarg
4. Terry Carleton
5. Cory Wade
6. Tom Meny
7. Amy Killingsworth
8. Shannon Curtis

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