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HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, October 5, 2026 – MUBUTV’s acclaimed Music Business Insider Podcast continues its tradition of groundbreaking conversations with an unprecedented new episode featuring global technology strategist and media innovator, Clive Dickens. In this exclusive and timely interview, Dickens sits down with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight to offer a sharp, actionable roadmap for artists seeking to thrive in a music industry transformed by AI, blockchain, and next-generation fan experiences.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, September 28, 2026 – As India becomes one of the world’s most dynamic and influential music markets, Anurag Rao—founder of Chain Reactor Music and Media, former head of talent/programming at MTV India, and music industry thought leader—joins MUBUTV’s Eric Knight and Ritch Esra for an exclusive, in-depth conversation. Airing Tuesday, September 29th on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, Rao breaks down the major shifts transforming how music, brands, and culture intersect across the Indian subcontinent.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, September 28, 2026 – From Green Day to Muse, Slipknot to Michael Bublé, the name Chris Lord-Alge has become synonymous with musical excellence for over four decades. In an exclusive, wide-ranging interview, Grammy-winning mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge sits down with MUBUTV’s Eric Knight for a candid conversation exploring his storied career, unique mixing process, and essential lessons for artists, producers, and aspiring engineers.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, September 21, 2026 – This week, MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight welcome one of animation’s foremost music executives, Alexandra Nickson, Senior Music Executive at DreamWorks Animation, for an in-depth and eye-opening conversation about the real forces behind today’s era-defining animation soundtracks.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, September 14, 2026 – MUBUTV Music Business Television, the leading education platform for music business professionals and artists, welcomes Alexandra Debow, dynamic co-founder and tech innovator behind swsh, to the upcoming episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. In an exclusive, in-depth conversation with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, Debow shares her revolutionary vision for transforming fleeting live experiences into enduring artist-fan connections and actionable business intelligence.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, September 7, 2026 – In the latest episode of MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast, hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight sit down with Ralph Torrefranca, the acclaimed A&R executive known for nearly 20 years of championing emerging talent, to deliver an eye-opening, actionable conversation on what it truly takes to build a sustainable career in today’s music industry.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, August 31, 2026 – In an unmissable episode, singer-songwriter and American Idol finalist Stefano Langone joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an intimate and revealing conversation that challenges everything you think you know about "making it" in the music industry. Fresh off Top 40 radio success, a major record label deal, and touring with legends like Babyface, Langone pulls back the curtain to reveal how losing fame and starting over was the true beginning of his life as a real artist.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, August 24, 2026 – In a compelling new episode of MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast, renowned radio programming veteran and consultant Don Parker sits down with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for a wide-ranging and timely discussion on the rapidly transforming landscape of radio, the challenges of streaming, and the enduring power of community connection.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, August 17, 2026 – In an exclusive and candid conversation, acclaimed music executive Jacob Fain joins hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight on MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast to share invaluable industry insights drawn from over two decades on the front lines of both major and independent record and publishing companies. Renowned for his A&R leadership and advocacy for authentic artist development, Fain reveals hard-earned perspectives and the transformative shifts shaping the path to success for today’s musicians.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, August 10, 2026 – What does it truly take to build a lasting music career in an era where the rules keep changing? Internationally renowned artist manager and CEO/co-founder of Ellevate Studios, Charlotte Caleb, offers a candid and inside perspective in the latest episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight. With over 12 years managing talent across genres and helping artists thrive in today’s evolving landscape, Charlotte shares actionable advice and vital insights every artist and manager needs to hear right now.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, August 3, 2026 – In a must-hear conversation for artists and industry professionals alike, Trevor Swenson, the innovative founder and CEO behind Dynamic Talent International—one of the fastest-growing live agencies in the music business—joins MUBUTV’s Rich Esra and Eric Knight for an exclusive, in-depth discussion on the Music Business Insider Podcast, premiering Tuesday, August 4th.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, July 27, 2026 – MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes BeatBread’s Head of Artist and Industry Development, Matthew Tilley, for an exclusive, eye-opening industry conversation premiering Monday, June 10th. With music funding often shrouded in confusion and myth, this empowering episode reveals how BeatBread is revolutionizing the way independent artists access capital—without giving up ownership or creative control.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, July 20, 2026 – In a can’t-miss episode, MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes J. Edward Keyes, Editorial Director at Bandcamp, for an eye-opening exploration of what it means to champion independent music in a streaming-dominated world. Hosted by industry veterans Rich Esra and Eric Knight, this exclusive interview strips away the algorithms and cuts to the heart of genuine music discovery, direct fan support, and the curation philosophy driving Bandcamp’s global impact.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, July 13, 2026 – Adam Tiran, the dynamic Director of Operations at Africori, sits down for the first time with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an exclusive, forward-thinking interview about the explosive ascent of African music on the international stage. As global genres like Amapiano and Afrobeats redefine the music landscape, Tiran reveals the behind-the-scenes strategies that have made African sound a worldwide force—and what other emerging markets can learn from Africa’s playbook.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, July 6, 2026 – Marc Caruso, CEO and Co-founder of Angry Mob Music, one of the music industry’s most influential and forward-thinking independent publishers, joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an in-depth and eye-opening conversation in the latest episode of the groundbreaking Music Business Insider Podcast. This must-hear interview unpacks how indie publishers are successfully challenging the majors, the extraordinary rise of sync licensing, new international opportunities, and exactly how artists and songwriters can take control of their creative and financial destinies in 2024 and beyond.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 29, 2026 – What does it truly take to carve out a lasting, fulfilling career in music—beyond the charts, the labels, and the fleeting hype? In a revealing new episode, MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight go deep with acclaimed Nashville singer, songwriter, guitarist, and podcast creator John Martin Keith. Known for his 25+ years in the industry and as the voice behind “You Can Make a Living in the Music Industry,” Keith brings a fresh lens to the timeless—and rapidly changing—question of music industry success.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 22, 2026 – The music industry has lost its most towering architect. Legendary music industry executive, starmaker, and five-time Grammy Award winner Clive Davis passed away peacefully today at his home in Manhattan at the age of 94. His publicist, Aliza Rabinoff, and his family confirmed that he passed from age-related illnesses following a brief hospitalization for an upper respiratory infection in late May.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 22, 2026 – How do today’s artists build sustainable, successful careers without relying on traditional record label deals? What pitfalls must they avoid as the music industry landscape rapidly evolves? On the next episode of MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast, airing Tuesday June 23rd, renowned entertainment attorney, educator, and host of the Break the Business podcast, Ryan Kairalla, sits down with Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for a wide-ranging, eye-opening conversation every emerging and established artist must hear.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 15, 2026 – Kim Buie, one of the most respected and influential A&R executives in modern music, joins Ritch Esra and Eric Knight of MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast for an exclusive, in-depth interview releasing Tuesday, June 16th. Drawing on a 40-year career working alongside pioneers like Island’s Chris Blackwell and Capital’s Jimmy Bowen, Buie details the profound changes and enduring core values that define the art and business of talent discovery and development.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 8, 2026 – In an era where anyone can release music but few can build a career, MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast welcomes Ed Poston, Head of A&R at fast-rising Symphonic Distribution, for a candid, revealing conversation with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight, launching Tuesday, June 9th.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, June 1, 2026 – As the music landscape becomes more complex and competitive than ever, artists face unprecedented challenges in breaking through. On the next episode of MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast, Ritch Esra and Eric Knight sit down with Michael Epstein—acclaimed Head of Marketing at Good Talk and creator of the highly regarded “hey Mike” music industry newsletter—for a deeply candid discussion on what it truly takes to succeed in today's music business.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, May 25, 2026 – As the music industry undergoes historic transformation, Medallion’s CEO Matt Jones sits down with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for a candid and trailblazing conversation exploring the new frontier of direct artist ownership and sustainable careers in music. With a résumé including the groundbreaking work of Songkick and Crowdsurf, Jones is renowned for creating tools that empower artists—in data, community, and creative freedom.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, May 18, 2026 – In one of the most cutting-edge and practical interviews of the year, Chordal’s Grayson Sanders joins Ritch Esra and Eric Knight on MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast to demystify the rapidly evolving world of music licensing and sync in the digital age.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, May 11, 2026 – In an electric new episode, celebrated strategist, brand builder, and hardcore scene veteran Dan Goldberg joins MUBUTV’s Music Business Insider Podcast for a candid, actionable conversation with hosts Ritch Esra and Eric Knight premiering Tuesday, May 12th. Together, they pull back the curtain on the transformational role of merch as a foundation for building meaningful communities, lasting brands, and powerful fan identities in today’s music business.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, May 4, 2026 – Few musicians have successfully navigated both the creative pulse of hitmaking and the unrelenting demands of managing top-tier acts. Paul Koehler—drummer of Silverstein and co-founder of Tandem Management—sits down with MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for a uniquely candid interview in the latest episode of the Music Business Insider Podcast. Koehler shares the behind-the-scenes realities of what it takes to sustain a 25-year international career in today’s fast-evolving music industry—while simultaneously guiding acclaimed acts like The Devil Wears Prada and Senses Fail.
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