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HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, April 6, 2026 – With a career shaping the trajectories of both rock legends and genre-defining contemporaries, Neal O’Connor—founder of Slush Management—takes center stage in a brand-new, in-depth episode of the acclaimed MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. Hosted by Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, the conversation premieres Tuesday, April 7th, delivering an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to build, sustain, and thrive as an artist in the new era of music.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, March 30, 2026 – MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes Dave Ronan, founder and CEO of ROEX, for an exclusive interview that explores how AI-powered music production is transforming workflow, accessibility, and creativity for artists and music professionals of all backgrounds. Hosted by Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, this deep-dive conversation shatters myths, addresses ethical concerns, and unveils cutting-edge tools that are helping shape the future of music.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, March 23, 2026 – As the music industry continues to evolve at blazing speed, AI is now at the forefront of how music is discovered, selected, and placed. In a not-to-be-missed episode, Einar Helde, the visionary co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of AIMS API, joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight to reveal how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the landscape of music search for industry professionals worldwide.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, March 16, 2026 – From Vevo to Universal, Sony to Sing, few executives have shaped the evolution of music and technology quite like Rio Caraeff. Now, as President of MusicMatch—the world’s leading music data company—Caraeff joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an inspiring and timely conversation that delivers a compelling vision for the music industry’s next chapter.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, March 9, 2026 – In a rare and insightful interview, rising manager and creative strategist Ruchir Mohan joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight to illuminate the evolving landscape of music management.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, March 2, 2026 – MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum producer and songwriter Yung Lan for an in-depth interview that goes far beyond the usual industry playbook. Hosted by Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, this episode offers rare insight into the evolving dynamics of the modern music business directly from a creative innovator whose credits include NBA YoungBoy, Roddy Ricch, Kevin Gates, Morgan Wallen, and many more.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, February 23, 2026 -- MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes renowned music industry analyst, author, and podcast host Keith Jopling sits down with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra & Eric Knight for an eye-opening conversation on the survival and renaissance of the album format and his brand new book "Body of Work" out now. Episode premieres Tuesday February 24th.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, February 16, 2026 -- MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes legendary hip-hop pioneer, historian and educator Tony Evans—aka DJ Groovematic—for a compelling, must-hear episode dropping Tuesday February 17th. Evans sits down one-on-one with Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, taking listeners behind the scenes of hip-hop’s birth in New York, the infamous tape era, and its transformation from a grassroots movement to a global cultural force.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, February 9, 2026 -- In a rare and inspiring interview, renowned indie label founder Louis Posen sits down with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an in-depth conversation about three decades of building Hopeless Records into a beacon of community, authenticity, and artist empowerment. The episode will premiere on Tuesday February 9th on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, February 2, 2026 -- In its latest must-see episode, MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes renowned business manager and Iconic co-founder Daniel Berrocal to discuss the critical truths behind money, touring, and financial survival for recording artists—a conversation every artist and industry pro needs to hear.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday January 26, 2026 -- Michael Goldstone: Inside the Mind of a Visionary Record Man – MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra Reveals the Journey Behind Pearl Jam, Rage Against the Machine, and Mom + Pop Music
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday January 20, 2026 -- Renowned for his trailblazing vision and unconventional wisdom, legendary executive and Network Music Group co-founder Terry McBride joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for a transformative interview on the Music Business Insider Podcast, launching Monday, January 20th.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, January 12, 2026 – Independent music icon and industry architect Daniel Glass—founder and CEO of Glassnote Records—joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an uncommonly candid and revealing interview.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Thursday, January 1, 2026 – Bob Ezrin, the innovative producer whose visionary work has defined the sound of modern rock, sits down with MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an unparalleled journey through his storied career.
Warner Music Group and Suno Forge Groundbreaking Partnership marks an exciting turning point in the music industry, blending cutting-edge AI technology with artist-focused values. This alliance promises to create fresh opportunities for artists, songwriters, and fans alike by building a next-generation licensed AI music platform.
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Legendary Music Executive Clive Davis Reveals ‘The Stories We’ve Never Heard - Insights He’s Never Shared’
In an Exclusive Interview With MUBUTV May 6th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Clive Davis: A Visionary Who Shaped Music, sits down one-on-one with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra & Eric Knight for an exclusive conversation
HOLLYWOOD, CA - Monday April 22, 2024 -- Clive Davis’ name is synonymous with the ultimate record man. In terms of success, influence, longevity, and the artists and executives he has mentored, he has no peer and probably never will. In a very rare and revealing interview, legendary executive Clive Davis sits down with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight to discuss his life and 50+ year career in music. He discusses his personal struggles and triumphs and sheds light on the pivotal artists and events that shaped his unrivaled career in music.
From the devastating loss of both parents during his formative teen years to his unmatched track record as an executive in the music industry, Davis discusses the tumultuous musical landscape of the 1960s, becoming President of Columbia Records, the profound impact both personally and professionally attending The Monterey Pop Festival had on him, the struggles and bold strategies he used to redefine Columbia Records from a MOR label to a cultural vanguard on the cutting-edge of contemporary music with his groundbreaking artist signings which included; Janis Joplin, Laura Nyro, Sly & The Family Stone, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Chicago, Santana, Billy Joel, Earth, Wind & Fire, Aerosmith, and Bruce Springsteen just to name a few.
He also delves into his motivations for launching Arista in the fall of 1974 and having a #1 hit with their first release Mandy by Barry Manilow, as well as signing Eric Carmen, Patti Smith, The Alan Parsons Project, Ray Parker Jr., and of course Whitney Houston. He also discusses the formation of Arista Nashville, LaFace as well as J Records which included discovering Alicia Keys, and later signing Busta Rhymes, Luther Vandross, Maroon 5, D’Angelo, and many others.
In addition, he gives great insights into his criteria and what he specifically looks for - both creatively and non-creatively, when signing artists, the importance of songs that can break an artist's career, and much much more.
Join us on Monday May 6th for the stories we’ve never heard and the insights he’s never shared. The Clive Davis Interview, exclusively on MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast.
Insiders! The time is almost here. Watch the official trailers for both the 'MUBUTV Insider Podcast' & 'MUBUTV Insider Video Series' premiering on Tuesday February 28th and Wednesday March 1st 2023.
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MUBUTV's Ritch Esra sits down for part two of our interview to continue discussing with Tom the artist, manager relationship and the new business model they are in.
Shot on location at MUSEXPO 2013 at the W Hotel in Hollywood, California on May 6, 2013
John Watson is a prominent Artist Manager whose company Eleven represents some of Australia's leading Music Artists, such as Gotye, Silverchair, Missy Higgins, Birds of Tokyo, Cold Chisel among others.
MUBUTV's Ritch Esra sits down with John to discuss the artist, manager relationship as well as the worldwide success of Goyte.
Shot on location at MUSEXPO 2013 at the W Hotel in Hollywood, California on May 6, 2013
Broadjam is about connecting songwriters and artists with the music industry professionals who are looking for their music. When you send your song to a Broadjam opportunity, it’s going straight to the music supervisor, publisher, or record label executive.
HOLLYWOOD, CA (August 7, 2013) – After their successful launch of Season 1 last year, MUBUTV™ announce the launch of Season 2 of MUBUTV’s: Insider Video Series. Season 2 features exclusive interviews with some of today’s leading international music business professionals from the UK, Australia and Germany who discuss a large range of topics surrounding an artists career including; marketing, branding, music publishing, artist booking agencies, artist management and being an independent artist in today’s marketplace.
Season 2 goes behind the scenes with cutting edge booking agent Tom Windish of The Windish Agency, Artist Manager John Watson - Eleven Music - Manager (Gotye, Missy Higgins) among others, Tom Callahan and UK manager Mark Muggeridge, marketing & branding expert Ted Chung (Cashmere Agency) music publishers David Renzer, (Former President of Universal Music Publishing) and Jens Markus-Wegener. Season 2 is set to debut on Wednesday August 14th on MUBUTV’s official website (MUBUTV.COM) as well as their YouTube channel.
Interviews were shot on location at this years global music conference MUSEXPO held this past May at one of Hollywood’s landmark locations the Roosevelt Hotel. The first episode to kick off the new season will feature booking agent Tom Windish of the Windish Agency.
MUBUTV’s Insider Series will debut a new episode every two weeks. For more information videos and news on MUBUTV™ contact John Sanders at
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Industry Veteran Kenny Kerner sits down with MUBUTV's Ritch Esra and talks about his 45 plus years in the music industry and how he discovered the Rock band KISS. He also talks about his upcoming autobiography as well as a new music school he just co-founded aptly titled, The Cool School.
A record producer with 18 gold and platinum awards (KISS, Gladys Knight, Jose Feliciano, Badfinger), a prolific songwriter, a noted journalist (Music Connection, HITS, Rock Scene, Metal Mania), a publicist (Michael J. Fox, Jay Leno), personal manager and a distinguished author (Going Pro, Get Smart): this expansive list of credits alone would designate Kenny Kerner as a major force in the modern music business. But there's much more: As the former Director of the most innovative curriculum in industry education - The Music Business Program (MBP) at Hollywood's famed Musicians Institute (MI) -- Kerner extended his knowledge to the next generation of industry moguls. Then, as Director of Student and Alumni Media, this influence is worldwide. Kerner now runs his own school—thecoolschool for music business studies, along with partner Chris Fletcher.
It was in New York, working for Cash Box magazine, that Kerner discovered a reel-to-reel demo tape that he recalls as "...raw street rock and roll." He convinced legendary industry veteran Neil Bogart to sign KISS to Casablanca Records. Kerner and his partner, Richie Wise, produced the band's first two albums and in doing so, laid the foundation for rock music history. The band was recently elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and will be inducted in April 2014.
Relocating to the West Coast, Kerner worked as an account executive with Kramer-Reiss-Patricola, a Hollywood Public Relations firm repping Jay Leno and Michael J. Fox. With Aucoin Management's West Coast office, he helped with the day-to-day operations for KISS, Starz and Billy Squire, and he Tour-managed a 44-city Shaun Cassidy/Virgin National Tour -- the second highest grossing tour of that year according to Billboard magazine.
In addition to Cash Box, Kerner worked as a feature writer, first call interviewer and editor with a diverse range of publications including HITS, Gig Magazine, TAXI Transmitter, Rock Scene and Metal Mania magazines. He was Senior Editor of Music Connection for almost nine years and conducted interviews with such luminaries as Clive Davis, John Lennon and Michael Jackson among others.
Authoring his first book Going Pro: Developing a Professional Career in the Music Industry (Hal Leonard) allowed Kerner to share his valuable expertise and a follow up, Get Smart! delivered even more straight forward information. It was a natural fit for Kerner to lecture and mentor aspiring artists, musicians and future executives.
With over four decades in music, Kenny Kerner's perspective on the modern music business industry is unparalleled. What sustains him is vision, energy and the promise of being able to give back to the industry.
MUBUTV™ proudly welcomes new music industry media portal from Spain IndustriaMusical.es to the family. Industria Musical created by co-founders Angel Navas and Carles Martinez Prieto was born in the absence of Spanish media, with a vision to become a leading portal in the music industry.
There are many factors that affect and drive the music of today and they all fall within our daily theme: record sales, downloads, streaming, concerts, technology, applications, social media, marketing, music branding, music companies, startups, reports, events, intellectual property, copyright, conferences and more. They are a professional portal for professionals and anyone interested in today's music business.
David Renzer is a 25 year veteran of Music Publishing. He was VP Creative at Zomba Music Publishing as well as Chairman / CEO of Universal Music Publishing
At Universal Music Publishing for 15 years. Currently, he is President of Music Ventures for Saban Capital Group.
MUBUTV's Ritch Esra sits down with David to discuss the current state of music publishing.
Shot on location at MUSEXPO 2013 at the W Hotel in Hollywood, California on May 6, 2013
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