In this episode I cover some recent overlooked audio and music industry news. We cover:

• The eras of popular music and why they’re not what you think
• The emergence of AI-generated band Velvet Sundown
• Major labels in the middle of licensing discussions with AI music generators Udio and Suno.
• Major label and private equity want to buy more catalog, and what that means to their artists
• The TikTok closure is pushed back again
• How tariffs are hurting vinyl production
• How pop stardom is now shorter than an adult butterfly’s lifespan.
• An overview of music venue health

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers.