Taking Care of Your Music Business

Christmas in July: Unwrapping the Music Business with Shane Stevens and Tekitha Washington

A little holiday spirit in the summer sets the perfect mood for real talk about the music business. In this festive episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie D

Streaming Royalties Deep Dive: What Creators Need to Know  with Jamie Dominguez and Andrew Wetzel

Understanding where your royalties come from is the first step to making sure you collect every dollar you've earned. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Bu

The Business Behind the Beats: Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis on Ownership & Legacy

Owning your work is where real, lasting wealth in music begins. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez sits down with Grammy-win

Building the Sound of Nashville: Shannon Sanders in Conversation

Where creativity meets commerce, the most powerful careers in music are built. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie Dominguez of The MLC sits down

Be Your Own CEO: Owning the Opportunity with Dawn Richard

Real independence in music starts with owning what you create. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie Dominguez of The MLC sits down with Dawn Richa

Unlocking the Keys to Longevity: Rico Love on Building a Career, Community, and Creative Legacy in Music

Legendary songwriter, producer, and mentor Rico Love sits down with The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez on this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business to share the lessons b

The CEO Mindset for Songwriters with Sacha Skarbek and Ben Parker

What does it really take to turn your music into a sustainable career in today’s streaming world? In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, host Ben Parker s

All About the Revenue Puzzle: Navigating Royalty Streams in the Modern Music Economy

As the music industry continues to evolve, understanding how royalties flow has never been more critical. This episode brings together experts from The MLC and SoundExcha

More Than a Mic: Building Power, Protecting Rights, and Getting Paid with Prophet and Tammy Hurt

In today’s music industry, talent alone isn’t enough. To truly succeed, creators need more than a mic—they need a map. Join Prophet, Co-Founder, President & CEO of the Bl

Writing Hits, Managing Cash: Songwriter Anthony Smith’s Guide to Songwriting Success

Join songwriter Anthony Smith as he takes us through his journey in the music industry, revealing how he balances songwriting with managing the business side. In this epi

Beyond the Writer’s Room: Jenn Schott's Lessons on Songwriting and Business Survival

In this episode, songwriter Jenn Schott joins us for an in-depth conversation about surviving and thriving in the music industry, both as a creative and as a business pro

Every Cent Counts: Building a Sustainable Career with Songwriter Phillip White

In this episode, songwriter Phillip White shares his journey from small-town Rogersville, Alabama, to becoming an award-winning songwriter in Nashville. He discusses the

Empowering Creators: Jamie Dominguez on Mentorship, Music Rights, and The MLC’s Mission

Jamie Dominguez, National Director of Industry Relations at The MLC, shares her passion for empowering creators and improving the music rights landscape. From her early d

The Real Deal: Tony Alexander on Labels, Royalties, and Revenue

In this episode, Tony Alexander, industry expert and co-founder of Made in Memphis Entertainment (MIME), brings his years of experience in music publishing and record lab

Kent Blazy on Songwriting Success and Staying True to the Craft

Join songwriter Kent Blazy as he shares the keys to building a long and successful career in music. In this episode, Kent shares how he navigates the business side of son

From Royalties to Rights: How The MLC Empowers Creators with Serona Elton

Join The MLC’s Head of Educational Partnerships, Serona Elton, as she breaks down all the ways creators get paid in the digital world. Serona shares the journey of how Th