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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.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, April 27, 2026 – What separates raw talent from household names? In a compelling, wide-ranging interview, acclaimed artist manager and former A&R executive Nick Groff joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight to decode the art and business of modern artist development.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, April 20, 2026 – As the Vice President of Music and Talent at Vevo, Jordan Glickson stands at the epicenter of the music video revolution, redefining how emerging and established artists connect with massive audiences worldwide.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Monday, April 13, 2026 – What do 65 years of number one hit songs really say about us? Music historian, author, and data analyst Chris Dalla Riva joins MUBUTV’s Ritch Esra and Eric Knight for an eye-opening conversation on the Music Business Insider Podcast, airing Tuesday, April 14th. Together, they unravel how pop's biggest hits have shaped (and been shaped by) the evolution of our culture, technology, race relations, and even our collective memory in the digital age.
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.
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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.
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