The music industry isn’t for the faint of heart, and in this episode of Riffs That Changed the World, we dive into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to make music and get it heard in 2025. From the harsh realities of streaming payouts (yes, we’re talking fractions of a cent) to the murky waters of playlist “feedback” and the ever-opaque algorithms, we pull back the curtain on the challenges every indie artist faces.

I’ll share a personal story about navigating a high-stakes sync licensing deal, and what it revealed about the power dynamics at play in the industry. Spoiler: it’s a catch-22 that would make Kafka proud.

But this episode isn’t just a rant—it’s about finding hope in the chaos. How do you create connection in a world dominated by bots, big players, and broken systems? What does it mean to hold onto your independence while carving out a space for your music?

This one’s for anyone who loves music, cares about the human stories behind it, and wants a peek behind the curtain of the business that shapes what we hear. Because while the music biz might be whack, the connections it creates are anything but.

Tune in and let’s navigate the madness together. 🎸✨

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