On this week's episode, the Shepherds are joined by Matthew Tilley, head of artist and industry development at beatBread. beatBread is an alternative funding source for independent artists, offering dynamic advances and innovative record deals. beatBread's missions is to empower artists so that they can own their art and control their careers. https://www.beatbread.com/ Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordsh... https://www.facebook.com/therecordshe... Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/ Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/

On this week's episode, the Shepherds dive into the dark world of the ticket resale industry. From your regular scalpers to your complex bots, many factors have contributed to the skyrocketing prices of concerts, making them almost a luxury item. Is there a way to fight back third party ticket retailers? Find out today! Interesting Links https://www.mylawquestions.com/is-ticket-scalping-illegal.htm https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/stubhub-seatgeek-vividseats-new-york-ticket-law-1234622885/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/anafaguy/2023/02/23/ticketmaster-urges-congress-to-crack-down-on-ticket-scalping-as-lawmakers-take-aim-over-taylor-swift-debacle/?sh=5e73ae76c4c5 Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordsh... https://www.facebook.com/therecordshe... Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/ Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/

On this week's episode, The Shepherds get into the complex multi-year lawsuit between acclaimed singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and the children and estate of "Let's Get it On" cowriter Edward Benjamin Townsend. Over the past 20 years, there have been many high profile lawsuits related to copyright infringement in the music industry. With the decision of the Marvin Gaye vs. Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams case causing uproar amongst artists, music companies and legal minds, many are left wondering what about music is actually protected under copyright law? The Shepherds are here to help! Interesting Links https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/04/arts/music/ed-sheeran-marvin-gaye-copyright-trial-verdict.html https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/05/arts/music/stairway-to-heaven-led-zeppelin-lawsuit.html https://www.gq.com/story/robin-thicke-interview-blurred-lines-music-video-collaborating-with-2-chainz-and-kendrick-lamar-mercy https://www.lostinmusic.org/cases/detail/15-marvin-gaye-estate-vs-robin-thicke-and-pharre https://www.ipwatchdog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Got-To-Give-It-Up-Lead-Sheet-Deposit-copy.jpg https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/05/arts/music/ed-sheeran-marvin-gaye-copyright-trial.html Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordsh... https://www.facebook.com/therecordshe... Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/ Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/

On this episode, Chat GPT generates artificial shepherds to talk about the future of AI and the music industry. Using the example of the controversial ai generated "Heart on My Sleeve" record allegedly featuring Drake and The Weekend, the shepherd bots break down legal protections artists have against this seemingly unstoppable change. Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordsh... https://www.facebook.com/therecordshe... Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/ Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/ Email us at [email protected] https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

On this episode, Brian Mencher, General Counsel at Global Citizen joins the Shepherds and talks about his experience at the organization. Brian dives deep into Global Citizen's origins, and sheds light on some of the programs the organization uses to promote advocacy, including their Global Citizen Festival in New York City. The Shepherds discuss the importance of music in advocacy, and talk about how global citizen uses music to combat world issues such as poverty, climate change, equality, and more. Check Out Global Citizen https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/ https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/info/2022/ https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/take-action/ 4,000 Weeks, Time Management For Mortals https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54785515 Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordshepherds/  https://www.facebook.com/therecordshepherds  Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/  Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/  Email us at [email protected]   https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

On today's episode, the shepherds sit down with Richard Wicander, current drummer, songwriter, and producer for metal band Fire From The Gods. Richard provides insight on what it's like touring, running a studio, creating new music, producing, and learning how to prepare for the right opportunity. Richard also gives tips from his time working in music publishing, and talks about ways bands can set themselves up for success. Follow Richard and Fire From The Gods https://www.instagram.com/richieisme/?hl=en https://www.firefromthegods.com/ Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordshepherds/  https://www.facebook.com/therecordshepherds  Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/  Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/  Email us at [email protected]   https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

Want to buy some music catalog? You'll have to wait in line! This week, the shepherds discuss the rise in catalog acquisitions in the music industry over the last two years, and discuss where the trend is headed. Should you be selling your catalog? Is the $$$ worth it? Tune in and find out! Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordshepherds/  https://www.facebook.com/therecordshepherds  Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/  Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/  Email us at [email protected]   https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

The Shepherds are back with their first episode of the year! The crew talks the results of the 65th annual Grammy awards and provides insight on how the awards are voted on, the history of the grammys, and more! The lads also answer a few listener questions Grammy Reading Material  https://members.recordingacademy.com/s/language=en_US#:~:text=Grammy%20U%20Member,GRAMMY%C2%AE%20winners%20each%20year. https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/recording-academy-new-voting-members-invitations-1235108187/ https://www.recordingacademy.com/awards/voting-process Follow The Record Shepherds https://www.instagram.com/therecordshepherds/ https://www.facebook.com/therecordshepherds Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/ Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/ Email us at [email protected] https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

On this weeks episode, The Shepherds have a conversation with artist and songwriter Aria Ohlsson.  The crew talks the importance of collaboration, authentic songwriting, and understanding how to work to support your dreams.     Follow Aria !      https://www.instagram.com/ariaohlsson/  https://linktr.ee/Ariaohlsson  Follow The Record Shepherds     https://www.instagram.com/therecordshepherds/  https://www.facebook.com/therecordshepherds    Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/    Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/    Danny - https://www.instagram.com/daneonmusic/    Email us at [email protected]     https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds

Big Daddy Lucian Grainge wants to put Spotify in time out for ingesting too many songs a day. The Shepherds talk about labels being unhappy that independent music could potentially eat at market share with that tasty algorithm sauce. Also... How many artists are actually making money on Spotify? All this and more on the RECORD SHEPHERDS!     Reading Material  https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/sir-lucian-grainge-on-the-dilution-of-the-majors-music-on-streaming-platforms-tiktoks-future-and-more/   Connect with the shepherds  https://www.facebook.com/therecordshe...  https://www.instagram.com/therecordsh...  Tim - https://www.instagram.com/timtimw_/  Jason - https://www.instagram.com/phantompap/  Danny - https://www.instagram.com/daneonmusic/  Email us at [email protected]  https://linktr.ee/therecordshepherds