Time: ~39 min.

Episode 45! This week I share some amazing indie tracks from artists like Daphne and the Glitches and Canyons + Locusts, along with music news, a bit of history, and marketing tips. I talk about navigating the changes in social media, the TikTok situation, and how to keep your music or brand thriving. Plus, I highlight some local cultural projects I’m excited about and end with a fun story that is literally from out of this world. Enjoy and share the love!

LINKS:

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FireAid Benefit concert Jan 30th for LA Wildfire recovery 

Music AI receives funding for ethical AI

TikTok is down and then back again

Car windshield smashed by meteorite

Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists

MUSIC:

Daphne and the Glitches - Outgoing Male

Canyons + Locusts - Day of the Canyon

Gurgles - See Right Through

Patty Keough - Watching The World

Harrison Fjord - Boondoggle

Vini Vicious - Soda Pop 

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Time: ~30 min.

Episode 44! This week, I share some great new indie tracks, music news, and history highlights, along with tips on engaging your community. I talk about radio’s importance in the California wildfires, the music industry’s vinyl and streaming boom, and a new music foundation in the UK. Also, I announce the winner of the drawing for a shirt from the merch store! WooHOO! 

LINKS:

Radio keeps California informed amid wildfires

The music industry sees a surge in growth and sales 

Edison Research highlights top ten audio insights of 2024

Ed Sheeran launches music education foundation 

Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists

MUSIC:

Lisa Barca - Beauty and Brains

The Woodworks - Threat 

Brad Marino - Not Foolin' Me

Garret Vandermolen - Walk A Million Miles

Temple Mountain - Grateful

Lovina Falls - Too Bright To Burn

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Time: ~35 min. 

Episode 43! Happy New Year! I’m kicking off 2025 with all new indie music, some music news, and reflections on the past year. You’ll hear great tracks from artists like Carol Pacey and the Honey Shakers and Happy Little Clouds, along with a look back at some moments in music history. I also share a marketing tip to help you navigate changes in Meta and you can also enter a fun trivia contest for a chance to win a t-shirt. As always, I’m so grateful for your support and excited for what this year has in store for indie music!

SCENE MOM SAYS SURVEY

TRIVIA CONTEST! 

LINKS:

Indie artist Chance The Rapper goes diamond

Neil Young changes mind on boycotting Glastonbury

Meta cancels fact checking

Prince, Frankie Valli receiving lifetime achievement Grammy's

MUSIC:

Carol Pacey and the Honey Shakers - Lucky You

Happy Little Clouds - Higher

Broken Baby - So Pointless

Morgan Alyse - Lead for Bones

Ron Carlson - The Apartment

The Black Moods - Circles

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Time: ~45 min.

It's Episode 42! This week I’m sharing a festive mix of holiday music and reflections to celebrate the season. You’ll hear songs from incredible indie artists, including a special project supporting the local community in North Central Massachusetts. I’ve got music news, a bit of history, and a short year-end tip to help you prepare for the new year. As always, I’m so grateful for your support and can’t wait to see what’s ahead in 2025! Next show will be January 9!

LINKS: 

TikTok asks Supreme Court to block ban

Study shows 57% of podcast listeners take action after hearing an ad

NPR Tiny Desk Contest is back in 2025!

Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists

MUSIC: 

Various North Central Musicians - I Wish It Was Christmas Today

Various - Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)

Ali A and the Agency - Last Christmas

Say She She - Purple Snowflakes

Various North Central Musicians - All I Want For Christmas Is You

Coobee Coo - Coobee Coo Christmas

The Hourglass Cats w/Haley Green - Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Megan and Shane - Dear Santa

Mother Mother - Cry Christmas

Various - Someday at Christmas

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Time: ~52 min.

It’s Episode 41! Kicking things off with a holiday tune which is a cover of one of my favorite songs. Then we dive into music industry updates, including TikTok's legal battles. I also share some marketing tips, continuing my love/hate relationship with Spotify. Plus 9 other awesome indie tracks from LA to Tucson, South Bend to Finland and of course plenty of Boston artists too!

LINKS:

TikTok says ban will costs small business 1.3B in the first month

Supreme Court to hear arguments on broadband subsidy program

AM/FM radio outpaces streaming 

GenZ and Millennials are shopping in person

Big Merch Sale! $15 tees, and free shipping!

MUSIC:

bittersweethearts - Christmas Wrapping

Keaton Auld - overdrive

Dream Prescription - Settle Down

Astral Bazaar - Fractions 

Whisk - Sunk Coast Fallacy

Lynda Mandolyn - I Love How You Love Me

John Powhida - It Can't Happen Here 

Girl With A Hawk - Share It All

Birds + Arrows - Animals in Motion

Gretchen Shae and the Middle Eight - Inside a Dream 

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Time: ~48 min.

Episode 40 woohoo! This week I share some fantastic indie tracks, celebrate the winner of the Otter River Pub Songwriting Finals, and talk about my recent issues with Spotify and plans for playlist alternatives. I also dive into music news, a bit of history, and your weekly marketing tip. Tune in for great music and updates from the indie scene!

LINKS: 

Possible tariffs could create a headache for streamers

Kate Nash joins OnlyFans to cover touring costs

Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster and cite RICO Act 

Stephen King shuttering three Maine radio stations

Big Merch Sale! $12.50 tees, and everything else on sale! 

MUSIC:

Too Fat To Fly - Bully

Neverless.am - Will I Ever

Dan E.T. (Feat. Passafire) - High Tide

Black Viiolet - Forever Blue

JAM NOW - Love Light and Peace

Adam Bruce - Catch + Release

The Shang Hi Los - Morganatic Panic

RUM BAR RECORDS 2024 SAMPLER

Luxthereal - I Got You 

Joey Wit - Leave It To Me

Tiger Bomb - Baby Come On 

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All Things Dani

Time: ~51 min.

It’s episode 39! As always I have plenty of great tunes from amazing independent artists like Viper Club, Say She She, and Happy Little Clouds. Bandcamp Friday is coming up so get your list ready! I’ve also got your music news which makes me question how much people actually dislike Ticketmaster, a little music history, your marketing tip, and some nerdy/good news to share. Enjoy! 

LINKS: 

People are paying more for VIP experiences and higher-quality music

TikTok announces a new "share" feature

Brenda Lee releases a Spanish version of "Rockin Around The Christmas Tree" generated with AI

Golf Course in MN is being transformed into all-electric affordable housing

Big Merch Sale! $12.50 tees, and everything else up to 50% off! 

MUSIC: 

Viper Club - Internet Star

The Joeys - Blood Diamonds

Happy Little Clouds - Somebody Help Me Forget

Sara Robinson - Queen

Say She She - Forget Me Not

Astral Bazaar - The Girl With The Purple Hair

Ghost on TV - Daily Laws

Sloks - The Joint is Jumping

KONGOS - Speak Free

Beach Bunny - Entropy

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All Things Dani

Time: ~ 52 min.

It's Episode 38, apparently brought to you by the letter 'M!' I’m back after a brief break to share some updates and excellent indie music. November has been a tough month so far with some personal loss, but I’ve also been busy with positive projects. You’ll hear great tracks from artists like Turn Zero, Jennifer Tefft, and Astral Bazaar, along with music news, history, and your weekly promo tip. Good stuff, hope you think so too! 

LINKS:

Beatles nominated for two Grammys thanks to AI

Oasis cancels thousands of third party tickets

Radio still reigns supreme

Meta CEO not personally liable for harming children with social media

Morgan Wallen foundation donates musical instruments to students

Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch!

MUSIC:

Turn Zero - Tell Me

Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Shoulda Known Better

Martin Moran - Wish I Could Find A Way

Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures - Goodbye

Canyons and Locusts - Anna Save A Life

Gretchen Shae and the Middle Eight - Heroes Shouldn't Be Villains 

Astral Bazaar - Cast A Shadow Upon The Lizard's Eye

Max Frost - Paranoia

Palais Ideal - The Voice of Reason

Voter Education Guide - Always A War

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Time: 1 hour

It's Episode 37! Happy Halloween! This week I have an extra-spooooky playlist featuring 14 tracks from indie artists like Lab Rats, Parlor Bells, and Fairy Bones. Less talk from me so I can play extra music! I still have music history and a marketing tip for ya, but it's all about the music this week!

LINKS: 

Lost ghost story from Bram Stoker found

MERCH! 

MUSIC:

Lab-Rats - Halloween

Bear Ghost - Necromancin' Dancin'

Chrome Rhino - Zombie Vision

Parlour Bells - Slasher Movie Weather

Paper Foxes - The Gallows

The Health & Rifle Club - Masquerade

The Zellots - Blades 

Fairy Bones - Notes From Wonderland 

Harper and the Moths - Somebody's Watching Me

MRCH - Dark Days and Disco

Amanda Meli - Slipping Away

The Bellwethers - Haunted

Hans Olson - Something Bad

Ali A and the Agency - Ebenezer 

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Time: ~53 min.

It's episode 36! This week we are showcasing dark wave beats and indie music treats. Also featuring music from Branjae, Paper Foxes, and Basic Elements. I have music news for you too, including the return of the Vans Warped Tour and Spotify's new integration with Instagram. I've also got your music history and some nerdy news too! Enjoy! 

LINKS: 

30th Anniversary of Warped Tour

Listen to Creatives Prevail interview with Kevin Lyman

FCC to fine ESPN for violating emergency alert tone

FTC announces new "click-to-cancel" rule 

Instagram/Spotify integration allows you to add music right from Stories

Apple AirPods hearing aid function is actually pretty neat

MUSIC: 

Branjae - Release

Basic Elements - Hide (Nite Mix)

Looking Glass War - Adamatine Chain Gang

Paper Foxes - All That You Get For Free

Tomorrow's Problem - Not For Long

CooBee Coo - Eyes That Kill (Happy 35 Fervor Records!)

The Wiley One - Let Him Fly

The Frequency Principle - False Pretenses 

Amanda Meli - My Twin Flame

Dorsten - Head Over Heels

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