https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-business-newsletter-segments--6842508https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>enMusicMatthew Rix, Inchttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0c526c7e1445f69f3ba00f1c46aa1611.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-business-newsletter-segments--6842508Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:15:28 +0000Matthew RixMatthew Rixsayhello@matthewrix.comThese are episode segments from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. For full episodes go to https://MusicBizNewsletter.comhttps://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>false4019c9e2-6fcc-59c6-948b-383a46b9e749episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-a-150-person-venue-to-an-arena-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--75156737
A Texas band thinks they’re ready for arenas, amphitheaters, and major festival stages but their numbers tell a very different story. Matthew Rix breaks down the gap between what artists want and what the market actually supports in this brutally honest episode of the Music Business Newsletter.
The band has 18,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, 9,000 on Apple Music, 6,500 Instagram followers, and shows drawing 100 to 150 people. They believe the next step is a major leap to arena-level opportunities. Matthew explains why that jump is unrealistic and what the real next step should be.

In this segment, you’ll learn:

• Why a 150-person draw doesn’t translate into arena offers  
• - What booking agents and promoters actually look for  
• - Why a viral song can help but won’t instantly create arena opportunities  
• - How overreleasing music can dilute momentum  
• - What realistic growth from local clubs to larger venues looks like  
• - Why “deserving it” isn’t enough to earn major opportunities  
• - How independent artists can build the audience needed for the next level  

Matthew also explains why many major tour support slots are paid, earned through significant demand, or backed by serious industry leverage not simply secured through a cold email.

If you’re an independent musician, developing band, manager, or artist trying to move from local rooms to bigger stages, this episode offers a much-needed reality check on how to grow sustainably without skipping the steps that create genuine demand.

Submit your Music Business  question at 
https:/MatthewRix.com
#MusicBusiness #IndependentMusic #MusicIndustry #TouringMusicians #BandAdvice



if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75156737Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:14:48 +0000Matthew RixFrom a 150-Person Venue to an Arena? A Texas band thinks they’re ready for arenas, amphitheaters, and major festival stages but their numbers tell a very different story. Matthew Rix breaks down the gap between what artists want and what the market...
A Texas band thinks they’re ready for arenas, amphitheaters, and major festival stages but their numbers tell a very different story. Matthew Rix breaks down the gap between what artists want and what the market actually supports in this brutally honest episode of the Music Business Newsletter.
The band has 18,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, 9,000 on Apple Music, 6,500 Instagram followers, and shows drawing 100 to 150 people. They believe the next step is a major leap to arena-level opportunities. Matthew explains why that jump is unrealistic and what the real next step should be.

In this segment, you’ll learn:

• Why a 150-person draw doesn’t translate into arena offers  
• - What booking agents and promoters actually look for  
• - Why a viral song can help but won’t instantly create arena opportunities  
• - How overreleasing music can dilute momentum  
• - What realistic growth from local clubs to larger venues looks like  
• - Why “deserving it” isn’t enough to earn major opportunities  
• - How independent artists can build the audience needed for the next level  

Matthew also explains why many major tour support slots are paid, earned through significant demand, or backed by serious industry leverage not simply secured through a cold email.

If you’re an independent musician, developing band, manager, or artist trying to move from local rooms to bigger stages, this episode offers a much-needed reality check on how to grow sustainably without skipping the steps that create genuine demand.

Submit your Music Business  question at 
https:/MatthewRix.com
#MusicBusiness #IndependentMusic #MusicIndustry #TouringMusicians #BandAdvice



if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>258falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bandcamp-is-a-wasteland-for-artists-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--75083323An artist writes in to challenge the entire approach: if streaming pays fractions of a cent, why not skip it and focus on CDs, vinyl, and Bandcamp instead? Matthew answers with industry experience, real-world examples, and a blunt reality check about how independent artists can actually grow an audience.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why streaming should be treated as a discovery and marketing tool
- The realities of selling CDs, vinyl, and music through Bandcamp
- Why making fans take extra steps can hurt your growth
- How to combine streaming, merchandise, live shows, publishing, and radio
- Why independent artists need to meet fans on the platforms they already use
- What artists often misunderstand about per-stream payouts
- Why building relationships and reaching new listeners matters more than complaining about algorithms
If you’re an independent artist, manager, songwriter, or music creator trying to build a sustainable career, this episode offers a practical perspective on streaming, music marketing, fan growth, and the modern music business.
Submit your music-business question at https://MatthewRix.com.
#MusicBusiness #IndependentArtists #MusicMarketing #MusicIndustry #SpotifyForArtists #MusicPromotion #ArtistDevelopment #MusicCareer #StreamingMusic #UnsignedArtists #DIYMusic #MusicStrategy #YouTubeForMusicians #BuildAFanbase #MatthewRix #bandcamp 



if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75083323Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:30:02 +0000Matthew RixStreaming isn't the enemy of independent artists; ignoring it is. Matthew Rix breaks down why smart musicians use Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and TikTok as marketing engines while building real income from live shows, merchandise, publishing, and a...An artist writes in to challenge the entire approach: if streaming pays fractions of a cent, why not skip it and focus on CDs, vinyl, and Bandcamp instead? Matthew answers with industry experience, real-world examples, and a blunt reality check about how independent artists can actually grow an audience.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why streaming should be treated as a discovery and marketing tool
- The realities of selling CDs, vinyl, and music through Bandcamp
- Why making fans take extra steps can hurt your growth
- How to combine streaming, merchandise, live shows, publishing, and radio
- Why independent artists need to meet fans on the platforms they already use
- What artists often misunderstand about per-stream payouts
- Why building relationships and reaching new listeners matters more than complaining about algorithms
If you’re an independent artist, manager, songwriter, or music creator trying to build a sustainable career, this episode offers a practical perspective on streaming, music marketing, fan growth, and the modern music business.
Submit your music-business question at https://MatthewRix.com.
#MusicBusiness #IndependentArtists #MusicMarketing #MusicIndustry #SpotifyForArtists #MusicPromotion #ArtistDevelopment #MusicCareer #StreamingMusic #UnsignedArtists #DIYMusic #MusicStrategy #YouTubeForMusicians #BuildAFanbase #MatthewRix #bandcamp 



if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>191falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/40-000-monthly-listeners-and-still-can-t-make-money-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--75062655You’ll hear Matthew unpack the parts of the music business most artists never get clearly explained: why streaming money takes months to arrive, how distributor and marketing fees can quietly eat into revenue, and why “looking busy” isn’t the same as building a sustainable career. He also challenges common assumptions around managers, agents, merch margins, and what it really means when an artist says they’re “not complaining.”
**You’ll discover:**
- Why an artist with strong streaming numbers can still feel cash poor
- How streaming payouts move from Spotify to your account
- When managers, agents, and distributors are worth the cut and when they’re not
- Why merch and live shows only work if the margins are right
- How additional income streams like content, licensing, and writing for others fit into an indie career
Matthew also explores the bigger question behind the email: if you’re not chasing fame, what does a realistic, growing music career look like? This episode offers a blunt, practical reality check for independent artists, producers, and anyone trying to turn attention into real income.
Essential listening if you want to understand where music money actually comes from, what gets taken along the way, and how to stop building a career that looks impressive but doesn’t pay.


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75062655Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:30:02 +0000Matthew Rix40,000 monthly listeners and still losing money if you don't know where it’s going. Matthew Rix breaks down a real indie artist email that sounds like a success story on paper, half a million streams, regular touring, merch, licensing, and 40,000...You’ll hear Matthew unpack the parts of the music business most artists never get clearly explained: why streaming money takes months to arrive, how distributor and marketing fees can quietly eat into revenue, and why “looking busy” isn’t the same as building a sustainable career. He also challenges common assumptions around managers, agents, merch margins, and what it really means when an artist says they’re “not complaining.”
**You’ll discover:**
- Why an artist with strong streaming numbers can still feel cash poor
- How streaming payouts move from Spotify to your account
- When managers, agents, and distributors are worth the cut and when they’re not
- Why merch and live shows only work if the margins are right
- How additional income streams like content, licensing, and writing for others fit into an indie career
Matthew also explores the bigger question behind the email: if you’re not chasing fame, what does a realistic, growing music career look like? This episode offers a blunt, practical reality check for independent artists, producers, and anyone trying to turn attention into real income.
Essential listening if you want to understand where music money actually comes from, what gets taken along the way, and how to stop building a career that looks impressive but doesn’t pay.


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>244falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songwriter-struggles-music-publishing--72006676#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72006676Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:50:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment of a Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Songwriter wants to know how to sign with a publishing company.  #musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/artists-frustration-with-their-manager-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--75039662Matthew Rix discusses an artist’s experience that sounds painfully familiar: 18 months with a manager, a handful of vague introductions, promises of momentum, and almost no measurable progress. The artist is still paying for shows, content, travel, and everything else out of pocket, while the supposed “strategy” boils down to vague talk about relationships and “we’ll see what comes next.”
In this episode, Matthew highlights red flags that differentiate real artist management from smoke and mirrors, including:
- Slow or inconsistent communication
- No clear calendar or career goals
- No actionable roadmap
- Introductions that never lead to opportunities
- Promises without measurable results
- Managers who talk about contacts but fail to create progress
You’ll also learn why inexperienced managers often overpromise, how artists become trapped by the fear of being on their own, and why having a Rolodex means nothing if nobody follows through.
The key question every independent artist should ask is simple: What is this person actually doing for my career this month?

If the answer is unclear, the relationship may already be costing you more than money. Matthew also explains what artists should look for in a better manager, including a proven track record, real results, strong communication, and evidence that they can move numbers, not just talk about connections.
This episode is for independent musicians, producers, and creatives who have been told to “be patient” while nothing changes. The longer you stay attached to the wrong team, the more time, energy, and opportunities can disappear.
Sometimes the smartest move is not holding on but getting your time back.

#MusicBusiness #ArtistManagement #IndependentArtist #MusicIndustry #MusicCareer #UnsignedArtist #ArtistDevelopment #MusicManager #MusicianAdvice #MusicBusinessTips


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75039662Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:45:02 +0000Matthew RixA manager who takes weeks to reply is not managing your career; they’re stalling it. If you’ve ever wondered whether your team is really opening doors or just keeping you tied up, this breakdown is the reality check you need. Matthew Rix discusses an...Matthew Rix discusses an artist’s experience that sounds painfully familiar: 18 months with a manager, a handful of vague introductions, promises of momentum, and almost no measurable progress. The artist is still paying for shows, content, travel, and everything else out of pocket, while the supposed “strategy” boils down to vague talk about relationships and “we’ll see what comes next.”
In this episode, Matthew highlights red flags that differentiate real artist management from smoke and mirrors, including:
- Slow or inconsistent communication
- No clear calendar or career goals
- No actionable roadmap
- Introductions that never lead to opportunities
- Promises without measurable results
- Managers who talk about contacts but fail to create progress
You’ll also learn why inexperienced managers often overpromise, how artists become trapped by the fear of being on their own, and why having a Rolodex means nothing if nobody follows through.
The key question every independent artist should ask is simple: What is this person actually doing for my career this month?

If the answer is unclear, the relationship may already be costing you more than money. Matthew also explains what artists should look for in a better manager, including a proven track record, real results, strong communication, and evidence that they can move numbers, not just talk about connections.
This episode is for independent musicians, producers, and creatives who have been told to “be patient” while nothing changes. The longer you stay attached to the wrong team, the more time, energy, and opportunities can disappear.
Sometimes the smartest move is not holding on but getting your time back.

#MusicBusiness #ArtistManagement #IndependentArtist #MusicIndustry #MusicCareer #UnsignedArtist #ArtistDevelopment #MusicManager #MusicianAdvice #MusicBusinessTips


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/balancing-music-relationships-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--75023528A 31-year-old artist writes in after six years with his girlfriend and three years of dedicating himself completely to music releasing songs monthly, performing live, posting online daily, and fitting music into nights and weekends. But every gig, rehearsal, reel, and missed vacation sparks the same argument:
**How long is this supposed to last?**
**When does this start to feel real?**
**What are we sacrificing for?**
Matthew openly discusses what the girlfriend might really be reacting to, why calling music a “hobby” can feel like an insult after years of effort, and where artists cross the line from discipline into selfishness.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why doing everything “right” as an independent artist can still hurt your personal life
- The difference between commitment and obsession in building a music career
- How canceled plans, missed vacations, and constant distractions erode trust
- Why boundaries are more important than nonstop hustle
- How musicians can balance songwriting, recording, touring, content creation, and relationships
- Why disconnecting from music can actually boost your creativity
- How to chase your dreams without neglecting those closest to you
- When pursuing a music career becomes unfair to your partner or family
Matthew also shares personal stories from his years in A&R, music consulting, parenting, and relationships to highlight why artists need more than just ambition. They also need structure, communication, and boundaries.
If you’re an independent musician, songwriter, producer, music entrepreneur, or creative professional trying to juggle your career with love and family, this episode provides honest advice about the music business without the typical motivational clichés.
Subscribe for more insights on the music industry, tips for independent artists, career guidance, and real talk about building a sustainable music career.
Have you ever had to choose between your music career and your relationship? Share your experience in the comments.
Submit your music industry questions at MatthewRix.com.


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75023528Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:47:31 +0000Matthew RixWhen your music career starts costing you your relationship, the issue isn’t just about time. It’s about boundaries, expectations, and whether your partner truly believes in the dream. Matthew Rix explores a listener’s tough dilemma: can you seriously...A 31-year-old artist writes in after six years with his girlfriend and three years of dedicating himself completely to music releasing songs monthly, performing live, posting online daily, and fitting music into nights and weekends. But every gig, rehearsal, reel, and missed vacation sparks the same argument:
**How long is this supposed to last?**
**When does this start to feel real?**
**What are we sacrificing for?**
Matthew openly discusses what the girlfriend might really be reacting to, why calling music a “hobby” can feel like an insult after years of effort, and where artists cross the line from discipline into selfishness.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why doing everything “right” as an independent artist can still hurt your personal life
- The difference between commitment and obsession in building a music career
- How canceled plans, missed vacations, and constant distractions erode trust
- Why boundaries are more important than nonstop hustle
- How musicians can balance songwriting, recording, touring, content creation, and relationships
- Why disconnecting from music can actually boost your creativity
- How to chase your dreams without neglecting those closest to you
- When pursuing a music career becomes unfair to your partner or family
Matthew also shares personal stories from his years in A&R, music consulting, parenting, and relationships to highlight why artists need more than just ambition. They also need structure, communication, and boundaries.
If you’re an independent musician, songwriter, producer, music entrepreneur, or creative professional trying to juggle your career with love and family, this episode provides honest advice about the music business without the typical motivational clichés.
Subscribe for more insights on the music industry, tips for independent artists, career guidance, and real talk about building a sustainable music career.
Have you ever had to choose between your music career and your relationship? Share your experience in the comments.
Submit your music industry questions at MatthewRix.com.


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>346falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/genre-hoping-as-an-artist-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--74990983Six genres in seven years is no longer artistic evolution; it's a branding problem. Matthew Rix breaks down a real email from a 27-year-old Denver artist who keeps changing styles, from indie folk to synth-heavy alt pop to R&B to country pop, and explains why her 5,800 monthly listeners may be more fragile than they look.
If you’re an artist trying to figure out your sound, or you’re tempted to keep reinventing yourself every time a release stalls, this episode is going to hit hard. Matthew doesn’t just say “pick a lane” - he lays out why constant genre-hopping can confuse fans, frustrate the algorithm, and make every new release feel like starting from scratch.
You’ll hear:
- Why switching from acoustic indie folk to synth pop to country pop creates listener whiplash
- How Spotify and fan expectations reward consistency, not constant reinvention
- Why “my fans never know what they’re getting” is not the flex it sounds like
- What self-sabotage can look like when it hides behind “finding your identity”
- When genre experimentation helps and when it just burns down your momentum
Matthew also explains why this problem isn’t just about taste it’s about trust, positioning, and whether your audience knows what you stand for. He compares the artist brand to retail, Marvel, and even a personal example from his own music history to show how quickly momentum disappears when people can’t tell what you are.
If you’re an emerging artist, manager, or anyone trying to build a real audience in music, this is essential listening. It’s blunt, funny, and uncomfortably practical especially if you’ve been calling chaos “creativity.”
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #upcomingmusician #musicbiz #music


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74990983Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:00:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Six genres in seven years is no longer artistic evolution; it's a branding problem. Matthew Rix breaks down a real email from a 27-year-old Denver artist who keeps changing styles,...Six genres in seven years is no longer artistic evolution; it's a branding problem. Matthew Rix breaks down a real email from a 27-year-old Denver artist who keeps changing styles, from indie folk to synth-heavy alt pop to R&B to country pop, and explains why her 5,800 monthly listeners may be more fragile than they look.
If you’re an artist trying to figure out your sound, or you’re tempted to keep reinventing yourself every time a release stalls, this episode is going to hit hard. Matthew doesn’t just say “pick a lane” - he lays out why constant genre-hopping can confuse fans, frustrate the algorithm, and make every new release feel like starting from scratch.
You’ll hear:
- Why switching from acoustic indie folk to synth pop to country pop creates listener whiplash
- How Spotify and fan expectations reward consistency, not constant reinvention
- Why “my fans never know what they’re getting” is not the flex it sounds like
- What self-sabotage can look like when it hides behind “finding your identity”
- When genre experimentation helps and when it just burns down your momentum
Matthew also explains why this problem isn’t just about taste it’s about trust, positioning, and whether your audience knows what you stand for. He compares the artist brand to retail, Marvel, and even a personal example from his own music history to show how quickly momentum disappears when people can’t tell what you are.
If you’re an emerging artist, manager, or anyone trying to build a real audience in music, this is essential listening. It’s blunt, funny, and uncomfortably practical especially if you’ve been calling chaos “creativity.”
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #upcomingmusician #musicbiz #music


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>186falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/work-or-luck-with-music-music-business-newsletter-with-matthew-rix--74971294Most artists aren’t failing because they lack talent. They’re failing because they’ve been sold the idea that one song, one post, one playlist, or one viral moment is supposed to change everything.
Why make albums when everyone says we live in a singles world? Are algorithms deciding which artists get discovered? Why do distributors happily take your money but seem impossible to reach when something goes wrong? And how much “traction” does an artist actually need before the industry starts paying attention?
Matthew breaks down this questions one by one and gets into the uncomfortable reality of building a music career in 2026.
There usually isn’t one upload that changes everything.
There isn’t a magic number of streams that suddenly makes you successful.
And blaming the algorithm doesn’t fix the bigger problem if nobody knows your music exists in the first place.
In this episode:
* What “traction” actually means and why it depends on what you’re trying to accomplish
* Why artists need more reps instead of waiting for one song to explode
* Why building a career city by city and show by show still matters
* How artists confuse streaming numbers with actual career momentum
* Why blaming playlists and algorithms can distract from a lack of consistent promotion
* The problems artists run into with distributors like TuneCore, DistroKid, and CD Baby when royalties or support go sideways
* Why doing the boring, repetitive work may be the biggest competitive advantage an independent artist has
The music business can absolutely be frustrating, unfair, and confusing. But sometimes the problem isn’t that the industry is rigged against you.
Sometimes you just haven’t done enough yet.
If you’re an independent artist, musician, manager, or creator trying to build a real career in 2026, this episode is about replacing the fantasy of being “discovered” with something far more useful:
Showing up long enough to actually be discovered.
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #spotify #musicstreams #musicbiz


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74971294Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:55:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from an email sent into Matthew Rix for the Music Business Newsletter. Most artists aren’t failing because they lack talent. They’re failing because they’ve been sold the idea that one song, one post, one playlist, or one viral...Most artists aren’t failing because they lack talent. They’re failing because they’ve been sold the idea that one song, one post, one playlist, or one viral moment is supposed to change everything.
Why make albums when everyone says we live in a singles world? Are algorithms deciding which artists get discovered? Why do distributors happily take your money but seem impossible to reach when something goes wrong? And how much “traction” does an artist actually need before the industry starts paying attention?
Matthew breaks down this questions one by one and gets into the uncomfortable reality of building a music career in 2026.
There usually isn’t one upload that changes everything.
There isn’t a magic number of streams that suddenly makes you successful.
And blaming the algorithm doesn’t fix the bigger problem if nobody knows your music exists in the first place.
In this episode:
* What “traction” actually means and why it depends on what you’re trying to accomplish
* Why artists need more reps instead of waiting for one song to explode
* Why building a career city by city and show by show still matters
* How artists confuse streaming numbers with actual career momentum
* Why blaming playlists and algorithms can distract from a lack of consistent promotion
* The problems artists run into with distributors like TuneCore, DistroKid, and CD Baby when royalties or support go sideways
* Why doing the boring, repetitive work may be the biggest competitive advantage an independent artist has
The music business can absolutely be frustrating, unfair, and confusing. But sometimes the problem isn’t that the industry is rigged against you.
Sometimes you just haven’t done enough yet.
If you’re an independent artist, musician, manager, or creator trying to build a real career in 2026, this episode is about replacing the fantasy of being “discovered” with something far more useful:
Showing up long enough to actually be discovered.
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #spotify #musicstreams #musicbiz


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songwriter-success-building-relationships--72006507#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72006507Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:50:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment of a Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Songwriter wants to know how to build success relationships in the music industry.  #musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>260falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-not-trust-any-music-promotional-company--74848392Matthew Rix breaks down a listener email from Wellington that reveals the classic signs of a music promotion scam: vague reporting, disappearing playlists, questionable radio claims, and endless upsells disguised as “new campaigns.” The promise is simple help an independent artist break into the U.S. music market but the results are difficult to verify and increasingly hard to defend.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to identify suspicious music promotion companies  
- Why playlist placement can be a major warning sign  
- How fake or low-quality Spotify playlists create the illusion of momentum  
- Why legitimate radio promoters should provide station details and airplay logs  
- What vague communication from a music marketing company may indicate  
- How recurring campaigns and monthly retainers keep artists paying  
- Why blog placement promises should raise serious questions  
- When radio promotion may be legitimate—and why it is often expensive  
- How independent artists can avoid music industry scams  
Matthew also explains why artists should be skeptical when a company cold-emails them with big promises, guaranteed exposure, and affordable packages. If you’re an independent musician trying to grow your fan base, get radio airplay, expand into the U.S. market, or build a sustainable music career, this episode offers a blunt reality check.
Don’t let fear of missing your big break keep you trapped in a bad business relationship. Learn how to recognize fake momentum, question unverifiable results, and protect your music career from promotional scams.
Have a question about the music industry? Visit **https://matthewrix.com** and click **“Submit Your Question.”**
#MusicBusiness #IndependentArtist #MusicPromotion #MusicIndustryScam #SpotifyPlaylist #RadioPromotion #MusicMarketing #IndieArtist #MusicCareer #ArtistAdvice


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74848392Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:50:02 +0000Matthew RixA New Zealand artist is out thousands of dollars, and the red flags are piling up fast. If you’ve ever been pitched playlist pitching, blog placement, or “US market” music promotion that sounds impossible to verify, this episode could save you from...Matthew Rix breaks down a listener email from Wellington that reveals the classic signs of a music promotion scam: vague reporting, disappearing playlists, questionable radio claims, and endless upsells disguised as “new campaigns.” The promise is simple help an independent artist break into the U.S. music market but the results are difficult to verify and increasingly hard to defend.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to identify suspicious music promotion companies  
- Why playlist placement can be a major warning sign  
- How fake or low-quality Spotify playlists create the illusion of momentum  
- Why legitimate radio promoters should provide station details and airplay logs  
- What vague communication from a music marketing company may indicate  
- How recurring campaigns and monthly retainers keep artists paying  
- Why blog placement promises should raise serious questions  
- When radio promotion may be legitimate—and why it is often expensive  
- How independent artists can avoid music industry scams  
Matthew also explains why artists should be skeptical when a company cold-emails them with big promises, guaranteed exposure, and affordable packages. If you’re an independent musician trying to grow your fan base, get radio airplay, expand into the U.S. market, or build a sustainable music career, this episode offers a blunt reality check.
Don’t let fear of missing your big break keep you trapped in a bad business relationship. Learn how to recognize fake momentum, question unverifiable results, and protect your music career from promotional scams.
Have a question about the music industry? Visit **https://matthewrix.com** and click **“Submit Your Question.”**
#MusicBusiness #IndependentArtist #MusicPromotion #MusicIndustryScam #SpotifyPlaylist #RadioPromotion #MusicMarketing #IndieArtist #MusicCareer #ArtistAdvice


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>197falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songwriter-struggles-voicenote-to-airplay--72006231#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72006231Thu, 03 Sep 2026 02:50:14 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment of a Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Songwriter wants to know how to take his songs from Voice Notes on his phone to Radio Airplay.  #musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter#musicbusiness #musicindustry #songwriting #songwriter

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>261falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lead-singer-s-love-triangle-with-band-members--73136971https://youtu.be/LFg0lw0rXkk?is=noU3jYLOGpoyXo5y
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #upcomingmusician #matthewrix #musicbiz

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73136971Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:30:02 +0000Matthew RixThis is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/LFg0lw0rXkk?is=noU3jYLOGpoyXo5y #musicbusiness #musicindustry #upcomingmusician #matthewrix #musicbizhttps://youtu.be/LFg0lw0rXkk?is=noU3jYLOGpoyXo5y
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #upcomingmusician #matthewrix #musicbiz

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/struggling-to-build-a-career-in-the-music-industry--72969048#musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72969048Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:10:02 +0000Matthew RixAre you struggling to build a career in the Music Industry?. Here is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix.  #musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets#musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-industry-your-friends-won-t-get-it--72501048
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72501048Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:04:35 +0000Matthew RixMusic Industry: Your Friends Won’t Get It. This is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. #musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>216falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-relationships-in-the-music-industry-matthew-rix--72968372#musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72968372Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:35:02 +0000Matthew RixBuilding Relationships in the Music Industry is the key to your success. Here is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix.  #musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets#musicbusiness #upcomingmusician #musicindustry #matthewrix #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-opportunities-for-artists--72857226#musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72857226Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:28:51 +0000Matthew RixHow to navigate opportunities that come when you’re starting off in Music as an Artist. #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets#musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>339falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-industry-scams-protect-yourself--71591620#musicbusiness #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71591620Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:31:20 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full video is available here: https://youtu.be/33F1YPJ2OHo?si=0YlrAeHI2bsBfpmO #musicbusiness #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets#musicbusiness #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician #musicindustrysecrets

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>200falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bandcamp-is-a-puddle-not-an-ocean--71004169Artist emails in to say how Bandcamp is a puddle and not an ocean. 
#bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004169Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:55:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a clip from the Music Business Newsltter with Matthew Rix https://youtu.be/w0qeOqbIsys?si=dIKc2yGVEmOYAstT. Artist emails in to say how Bandcamp is a puddle and not an ocean.  #bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets...Artist emails in to say how Bandcamp is a puddle and not an ocean. 
#bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>241falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bandcamp-not-an-artist-friendly-site--71004136#bandcamp #upcomingmusician #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004136Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:50:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from an email sent in by an artist to the Music Business Newsletter by Matthew Rix https://youtu.be/w0qeOqbIsys?si=dIKc2yGVEmOYAstT #bandcamp #upcomingmusician #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets#bandcamp #upcomingmusician #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>254falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bandcamp-doesn-t-help-with-artist-discovery--71004109Artist has realized Bandcamp doesn’t help with Artist Discovery.
#bandcamp # #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004109Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:50:01 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from a Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. https://youtu.be/w0qeOqbIsys?si=deFACWVvpteu-_qI Artist has realized Bandcamp doesn’t help with Artist Discovery. #bandcamp # #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusicianArtist has realized Bandcamp doesn’t help with Artist Discovery.
#bandcamp # #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix #upcomingmusician


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>259falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bandcamp-artist-is-stuck--71004081#bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71004081Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:45:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a clip from a Music Business Neesletter with Matthew Rix https://youtu.be/w0qeOqbIsys?si=deFACWVvpteu-_qI  #bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix#bandcamp #musicbusiness #musicindustry #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-struggling-music-career--70873873https://youtu.be/R3kUiUAnrpA
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70873873Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:35:02 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from a recent Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full video: https://youtu.be/R3kUiUAnrpA #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrixhttps://youtu.be/R3kUiUAnrpA
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-promo-companies-are-a-scam--70928819https://youtu.be/QpcSQ-Cez6o

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70928819Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:27:22 +0000Matthew RixArtist feels like he is being scammed in the Music Industry https://youtu.be/QpcSQ-Cez6ohttps://youtu.be/QpcSQ-Cez6o

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>197falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/casual-music-career-vs-consistent-music-career--70873924#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix #musicbiz


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70873924Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:35:01 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from a recent Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full episode: https://youtu.be/R3kUiUAnrpA?si=EVStYsF3MpDxAEUZ #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix #musicbiz#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #matthewrix #musicbiz


if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>208falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/if-you-fire-your-artist-manager-music-business-newsletter--70230297
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70230297Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:25:01 +0000Matthew RixThis is a segment from an email that Artist sent in about his manager. Full video is here https://youtu.be/ZWzKBQhBABc?si=XOWZWMflol9_wE9L
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/artist-manager-doesn-t-communicate--70228337
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70228337Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:34:22 +0000Matthew RixThis is a segment from an email that Artist sent in about his manager. Full video is here https://youtu.be/ZWzKBQhBABc?si=XOWZWMflol9_wE9L
if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>174falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spotify-deleted-entire-catalog--69331619Full email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69331619Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:05:07 +0000Matthew RixThis is a segment from an email of the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrixFull email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protect-your-music-from-scams--69331603Full email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69331603Sat, 17 Jan 2026 23:05:07 +0000Matthew RixThis is a segment from an email of the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. Full email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrixFull email is here https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO
#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #upcomingmusician #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/artist-scammed-by-marketing-company--69331585
https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69331585Sat, 10 Jan 2026 23:00:08 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from the Music Business Newsletter with Matthew Rix. https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO%0A
https://youtu.be/M90888_PqBo?si=bdxfMXe0p34uodKO

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>321falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-marketing-scams--69330671Full episode is available at https://youtu.be/ZCM0JbkIJSM?si=XqNm2T7UG4hP_dHb

#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #artistadvice #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69330671Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:39:01 +0000Matthew RixHere is a segment from an email that came in.  Full episode is available at https://youtu.be/ZCM0JbkIJSM?si=XqNm2T7UG4hP_dHb #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #artistadvice #matthewrixFull episode is available at https://youtu.be/ZCM0JbkIJSM?si=XqNm2T7UG4hP_dHb

#musicbusiness #musicindustry #musicindustrysecrets #artistadvice #matthewrix

if you have a question on the Music Industry just goto https://MusicBizNewsletter.com]]>241falsefull