01:27 – Eric’s 30-year journey in music and how he found his way to Empire Nashville.

03:21 – What does a typical day look like for Eric—and how does his dual label/publishing role differ from traditional Nashville models?

04:53 – How Empire approaches publishing: admin, creative, or a hybrid model?

06:09 – Is Empire focused more on artists, songwriters, or a mix of both?

07:27 – How does Empire identify and sign new talent in an ultra-competitive market?

09:15 – Why Empire leans into unique, genre-blending artists like Shaboozey and Kevin Powers.

11:42 – Did Eric know “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” would become a record-breaking hit?

12:43 – The story behind Empire’s newest signing, Kevin Powers, and his connection to Shaboozey.

15:51 – How A&R and publishing have evolved—and what makes Empire’s model different.

18:57 – Competing (or collaborating) with the majors: how Empire views Nashville’s community.

21:42 – Eric’s advice for young songwriters and publishers trying to get noticed by Empire.

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02:01 – Did Randy naturally come into songwriting, or was there a pivotal moment that pushed him toward it?

04:18 – Which came first: pursuing an artist career or focusing on songwriting?

06:10 – How did losing his record deal shape Randy’s career path?

06:54 – How did Randy first connect with Luke Combs, and why has their partnership worked so well?

10:04 – What’s Randy’s process for connecting with artists in the writing room?

12:40 – How does Randy deal with periods of creative drought or “writer’s block”?

15:11 – What does Randy see as the most important role of a publisher in a songwriter’s career?

18:24 – What advice would Randy give to a young writer when considering publisher relationships?

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02:44 – Chris shares his early background: growing up in Nashville and how his father’s career shaped his path.

05:51 – How Sea Gayle Music was founded with Brad Paisley and Frank Rogers.

08:54 – Was Chris always a writer, or did that passion develop later?

15:43 – What challenges has he seen over 26 years in business, and how has Sea Gayle adapted?

18:41 – Advice for those wanting to start an independent publishing company in today's climate.

24:25 – Why indie publishers still matter in the Nashville ecosystem.

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01:02 – How did Dave Cohen get started, and what was his path from Canada to Nashville?

05:42 – When did Dave shift from being a session player to also producing and writing?

09:25 – What did Dave learn working under producer Joey Moi, and how did it shape his career?

12:29 – What drives Dave to keep evolving creatively instead of getting complacent?

14:34 – What are essential skills for someone wanting to become a producer today?

17:26 – Does Dave mentor others, and what advice does he give to up-and-coming musicians and producers?

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01:20 – What led Kris Wiatr to become a business manager, and what does the role actually involve?

04:36 – How does Kris’s work evolve as an artist moves from development to mainstream success?

06:48 – What financial habits separate successful artists from the rest?

08:23 – How involved does a business manager get in record, publishing, or sponsorship deals?

10:35 – What does Kris think of the ongoing catalog sales trend?

14:02 – How does Kris help artists prepare for career slowdowns or financial plateaus?

17:26 – What advice would Kris give to someone wanting to become a business manager?

20:08 – What still excites Kris about his job after over two decades in the business?

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01:35 – What led Nikki Sanz from touring to founding a tech company?

03:33 – Did she always see herself as an entrepreneur, and how did she get started?

08:02 – How does GIGGS vet users and build trust in the community?

10:29 – Who’s using GIGGS: artists, management, or both?

13:20 – What was the first major success moment that validated her idea?

14:13 – Any user stories that stuck with her on a personal level?

20:00 – Why giving back and mentoring the next generation matters to Nikki.

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01:00 – How did working with Jimmy Bowen shape Scott’s early studio approach?

08:32 – What was it like producing Gwen Stefani’s latest album?

12:39 – What are the biggest changes Scott has seen in the music industry over the years?

17:22 – What qualities does Scott look for before committing to an artist?

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02:23 – What made Scott Hendricks want to get into the music business?

13:35 – What makes a great producer? Is it ears, feel, or technical skill?

17:39 – Why is it important for new producers to try—even if they feel unprepared?

19:13 – What does it take to lead professional musicians effectively in the studio?

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01:05 – Dale's early days in West Virginia and how he discovered country music

03:24 – Moving to Nashville and landing his first job in the industry

05:02 – Creating a role by digging into classic song catalogs

08:26 – Early success with George Strait and others

09:09 – What makes a great record executive and song plugger

11:19 – How face-to-face relationships built Music Row’s foundation

14:20 – Reinventing yourself through industry changes

15:54 – Dale’s best advice: consistency, passion, and remembering your mentors

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01:08 – Katie’s journey from small-town violinist to SVP at BMG

03:46 – How her experience as an artist shapes her A&R approach

05:22 – What A&R really looks like day-to-day—bridging the artist and the label

08:36 – How Katie helps an artist build a project from scratch

11:16 – What draws her to an artist and how she discovers new talent

15:04 – The “secret sauce” behind BMG’s current artist success stories

18:10 – How Jelly Roll’s team pulled off a massive Bridgestone Arena play in under a year

20:15 – Final advice: Never forget the people who lift you up

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