01:30 – How Tim Reynolds got his start in music and what led him to Big Machine. 02:30 – What digital marketing actually means at a record label. 03:49 – Who Tim’s key industry relationships are — from DSPs to social platforms. 04:27 – The three pillars of digital marketing: artist content, digital partnerships, and fan relationships. 06:02 – How a…

01:27 – Eric’s 30-year journey in music and how he found his way to Empire Nashville. 03:21 – What does a typical day look like for Eric—and how does his dual label/publishing role differ from traditional Nashville models? 04:53 – How Empire approaches publishing: admin, creative, or a hybrid model? 06:09 – Is Empire focused more on artists, songwr…

02:01 – Did Randy naturally come into songwriting, or was there a pivotal moment that pushed him toward it? 04:18 – Which came first: pursuing an artist career or focusing on songwriting? 06:10 – How did losing his record deal shape Randy’s career path? 06:54 – How did Randy first connect with Luke Combs, and why has their partnership worked so wel…

02:44 – Chris shares his early background: growing up in Nashville and how his father’s career shaped his path. 05:51 – How Sea Gayle Music was founded with Brad Paisley and Frank Rogers. 08:54 – Was Chris always a writer, or did that passion develop later? 15:43 – What challenges has he seen over 26 years in business, and how has Sea Gayle adapted…

01:02 – How did Dave Cohen get started, and what was his path from Canada to Nashville? 05:42 – When did Dave shift from being a session player to also producing and writing? 09:25 – What did Dave learn working under producer Joey Moi, and how did it shape his career? 12:29 – What drives Dave to keep evolving creatively instead of getting complacen…

01:20 – What led Kris Wiatr to become a business manager, and what does the role actually involve? 04:36 – How does Kris’s work evolve as an artist moves from development to mainstream success? 06:48 – What financial habits separate successful artists from the rest? 08:23 – How involved does a business manager get in record, publishing, or sponsors…

01:35 – What led Nikki Sanz from touring to founding a tech company? 03:33 – Did she always see herself as an entrepreneur, and how did she get started? 08:02 – How does GIGGS vet users and build trust in the community? 10:29 – Who’s using GIGGS: artists, management, or both? 13:20 – What was the first major success moment that validated her idea? …

01:00 – How did working with Jimmy Bowen shape Scott’s early studio approach? 08:32 – What was it like producing Gwen Stefani’s latest album? 12:39 – What are the biggest changes Scott has seen in the music industry over the years? 17:22 – What qualities does Scott look for before committing to an artist? The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe Collec…

02:23 – What made Scott Hendricks want to get into the music business? 13:35 – What makes a great producer? Is it ears, feel, or technical skill? 17:39 – Why is it important for new producers to try—even if they feel unprepared? 19:13 – What does it take to lead professional musicians effectively in the studio? The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe …

01:05 – Dale's early days in West Virginia and how he discovered country music 03:24 – Moving to Nashville and landing his first job in the industry 05:02 – Creating a role by digging into classic song catalogs 08:26 – Early success with George Strait and others 09:09 – What makes a great record executive and song plugger 11:19 – How face-to-face r…

01:08 – Katie’s journey from small-town violinist to SVP at BMG 03:46 – How her experience as an artist shapes her A&R approach 05:22 – What A&R really looks like day-to-day—bridging the artist and the label 08:36 – How Katie helps an artist build a project from scratch 11:16 – What draws her to an artist and how she discovers new talent 15:04 – Th…

Introduction to Kelly Bolton, VP of A&R at Warner Records Tim kicks off by introducing Kelly and asking her to share her journey to Warner Records. Kelly’s Start in the Music Industry Kelly discusses her internship at TKO Management, working with Toby Keith, and how she found her passion for A&R. Advice from Cliff Audretch on Publishing and A&R Kel…

Tim emphasizes the need for artists and industry professionals to prioritize self-care, highlighting resources like MusicCares, Music Health Alliance, and Porter's Call that provide support for creatives. He also reflects on the strength of the Nashville music community and the importance of giving back. MusicCares: https://www.musicares.org/ Music…

Karen Kosowski is a multi-genre writer and producer based in Nashville, TN, with roots in Winnipeg, Canada. Known for her expertise across pop, country, and rock, she combines formal music training with over 20 years of experience in songwriting, production, and engineering. Her versatility shines as she takes on roles as a writer, producer, and mi…

0:50 - What are the first few things you discuss with a new songwriter when you decide to work with them? 8:18 - Advances - what are the current ranges for new deals? 17:42 - Surrounding yourself with the right people in order to grow The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe Collective Production Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz…

0:50 - What does a typical influencer campaign look like? How does it begin? 3:35 - What are some basic things artists can do to build out their social media? 7:38 - Eyes vs. Engagement: Is one more important than the other? 14:10 - What are some key components of a successful campaign? The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe Collective Production Hos…

1:02 - What is your daily routine generally like? 5:08 - How do you deal with promoting a song that you’re not necessarily in love with? Are you able to pitch something that you don’t connect with at a deeper level? 11:18 - Is the radio promotion space collaborative or is it mostly competition? The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe Collective Produc…

0:40 - Give us a quick summary of the indie label landscape? What do they offer that may be different from the traditional models? 04:28 - If I’m an independent artist, what do you as an indie label need/expect from me? 07:21 - At what level of artist are you and your team looking for? Is there a metric? 12:57 - Can you identify the key benefits of…

0:50 - Discuss how the writing room and the process of rewriting songs has changed over the years and how do you approach it? 6:17 - How do you find your role within a writing room? How do you deal with conflict? 12:00 - What are some of the challenges you face within the writing room? 16:49 - How have you been adjusting to this era where the stand…

4:13 - What was your plan/strategy to build Position Music? 7:00 - If I’m an artist, how can I get my foot in the door with sync? 10:30 - What is it about the company that has made it so successful? The AIMP Nashville Pubcast is a DiMe Collective Production Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll…

4:36 - Explain the skillset that’s needed to start in the sync business 8:37 - Any advice on what a newcomer could do to be ahead of the game? 16:20 - Music supervisors are generally looking for music that’s “easily cleared,” can you explain what that means? 18:36 - Talk to us about Version LLC and The Sync Room. How can people sign up? The AIMP Na…

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Hey there Pubcast listeners! Say it ain’t so, but this is the final episode of the season! Something that’s become sort of a tradition around here is Tim closing out the season with some thoughts…and he surely didn’t disappoint. With Artificial Intelligence looming over the music industry, Tim provides an interesting and encouraging perspective on …

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