Music Business

This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry goes deeper than the headlines to unpack who really controls music’s power, money, and intellectual property. From Taylor Swift engineering fan consumption and Drake challenging Grammy authority to Sony fighting AI deepfakes, streaming fraud, catalog acquisitions, and AI licensing, the industry is rewriting the rules of ownership. We explore artist identity, authenticity, metadata, copyright, royalties, fandom, and why AI may make human creativity and verification more valuable… not less. Plus, we examine the rise of hardcore, genre-blending, nostalgia, and why artists may be moving from an attention economy into a trust economy. The takeaway: you may not be able to outspend the majors or outproduce AI, but you can build something they can't manufacture: real community, real fans, and lasting trust.

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Intro: “Women in Music” — Sh!tty Princess

Songs: “Something in the Water” — Sh!tty Princess, Katie Welch; “I Love You” — Sh!tty Princess; “Mountains” — Sh!tty Princess 

Outro: “Women in Music” — Sh!tty Princess

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry breaks down the 2026 VMAs, Taylor Swift’s record-breaking night, Madonna’s legacy, and how artists are transforming into creative institutions and global brands. We dive into Billboard chart history, cross-genre hits, artist longevity, album rollouts, fandom, visual storytelling, and the growing business of owning your audience and intellectual property. Plus, AI music takes center stage as streaming platforms confront fraudulent streams, AI-generated tracks, metadata, royalties, copyright, and the challenge of distinguishing AI-assisted creation from fully synthetic music. With Grammy FYC season underway, Spotify and the broader streaming ecosystem facing new questions around artist discovery and fraud, the music business is becoming increasingly driven by data, technology, ownership, and fan engagement.

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Intro: “Women in Music” — Sh!tty Princess

Songs: “Something in the Water” — Sh!tty Princess, Katie Welch; “I Love You” — Sh!tty Princess; “Mountains” — Sh!tty Princess 

Outro: “Women in Music” — Sh!tty Princess

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry breaks down the growing battle over music ownership as private equity moves deeper into independent catalogs and AI reshapes copyright, licensing, and artist rights. We dive into music finance, master ownership, catalog acquisitions, AI consent, streaming fraud, metadata, royalties, and why reading the fine print has never been more important. Spotify is investing in emerging independent artists while introducing AI artist identities, raising bigger questions about discovery, audience ownership, data, and the difference between using AI and being an AI artist. Plus, the 2026 MTV VMAs bring Madonna back to the stage and Taylor Swift into a new director-focused honor. From masters and royalties to AI, streaming, publishing, and fandom, the future of music increasingly comes down to who owns the rights and controls the ecosystem.

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry breaks down the biggest power shifts happening behind the music—from Universal’s lawsuit against DistroKid and the industry’s crackdown on AI-driven streaming fraud to the rise of licensed AI, copyright, and new royalty models. Spotify is investing in 10,000 independent artists through Fresh Finds Forward, while Taylor Swift’s music videos push Spotify deeper into the YouTube territory. We also unpack Oasis’ new ticketing strategy, billions flowing into live entertainment, HYBE’s global talent machine, and the growing battle over fan data, discovery, and infrastructure. Plus, we explore unclaimed royalties and why independent artists need to understand their contracts, licensing, metadata, and ownership. The biggest takeaway? The song is only the product: the real music business is the ecosystem, technology, data, and money surrounding it.

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TBT to one of our most popular episodes of the past two months:

This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry explores why it may be the best (and most confusing) time ever to build a music career. From AI and music copyrights to Wall Street investing in catalogs, the episode reveals where real opportunities and ownership stakes are emerging. Morgan breaks down why strong branding, touring, and unforgettable fan experiences can matter more than chasing viral moments. She also examines the streaming attention war and how artists can become part of fans’ daily lives instead of simply competing for streams. As labels evolve and technology reshapes the industry, this episode uncovers the strategies artists need to build careers that actually last.

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This week on Music Business, DJ Mark Xtreme returns for a wide-ranging conversation about where the music industry is heading. We dive into AI-generated artists, Spotify’s evolving AI policies, TikTok-driven discovery, streaming, music tech, and the changing power dynamic between artists and major labels. Mark explains why AI should be a tool rather than the artist, while exploring how musicians can use technology, content, radio, social media, and live performance to build sustainable careers. We also explore artist ownership, fan engagement, direct-to-fan revenue, music discovery, and digital strategy. Plus, Mark breaks down global music royalties and how artists can navigate different collection systems worldwide.

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Throwback to one of our most popular episodes with NYX!

This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry reunites with NYX for a lively Pride recap filled with drag, nightlife, reality TV, and the business of building community. They dive into the resilience of West Hollywood, the importance of supporting local venues, and how drag performers are creating opportunities for the next generation. NYX also shares behind-the-scenes stories from WeHo Pride, Snapchat Pride, brand partnerships, and appearances connected to shows like Love on the Spectrum, Love Island, Big Brother, and The Traitors. From Snapchat and Guess to Taco Bell, HBO, and the TMZ Bus Tour, the conversation reveals how artists and entertainers are turning authentic experiences into powerful cultural and brand moments.

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry breaks down five major trends reshaping the industry: Megan Thee Stallion’s artist-friendly deal, the battle over AI music licensing, Spotify’s fan-made AI remixes, Ticketmaster’s integration with Google Gemini, and BTS challenging the Grammys’ new Asian Pop category. The episode explores how artists are fighting for ownership while labels, AI companies, and streaming platforms redefine who controls music and gets paid. Morgan also examines Ellie Goulding’s management lawsuit and why artists need to understand the corporate relationships behind their teams, touring, merchandise, and partnerships. With Grammy submissions underway, the conversation highlights how ownership, AI, discovery, and cultural influence are being renegotiated in real time. Ultimately, the episode asks: Who owns the music, who controls the technology, and who gets paid?

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry reunites with NYX for a lively Pride recap filled with drag, nightlife, reality TV, and the business of building community. They dive into the resilience of West Hollywood, the importance of supporting local venues, and how drag performers are creating opportunities for the next generation. NYX also shares behind-the-scenes stories from WeHo Pride, Snapchat Pride, brand partnerships, and appearances connected to shows like Love on the Spectrum, Love Island, Big Brother, and The Traitors. From Snapchat and Guess to Taco Bell, HBO, and the TMZ Bus Tour, the conversation reveals how artists and entertainers are turning authentic experiences into powerful cultural and brand moments.

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This week on Music Business, Morgan Perry explores why it may be the best (and most confusing) time ever to build a music career. From AI and music copyrights to Wall Street investing in catalogs, the episode reveals where real opportunities and ownership stakes are emerging. Morgan breaks down why strong branding, touring, and unforgettable fan experiences can matter more than chasing viral moments. She also examines the streaming attention war and how artists can become part of fans’ daily lives instead of simply competing for streams. As labels evolve and technology reshapes the industry, this episode uncovers the strategies artists need to build careers that actually last.

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