The First Act Podcast

Today’s episode features Alec Steinfeld. Alec rose through the ranks at C3 Presents to Director of Digital before pivoting his career into artist management. Alec and I discuss how digital has evolved over the last 10 years, specifically building community around talent. Listen in as we take apart the many hats that Alec has worn throughout his career expanding the digital division at C3, to founding his artist management company, to product at Spotify. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Today’s episode features Kevin Scott. Kevin is the tour manager for indie pop project, Dayglow. Kevin and I break down the day-to-day life of a tour manager, including how to break in, where a tour manager fits in to the bigger picture, and the skills required to thrive. Listen in as Kevin shares his unique path following his passion to building a sustainable career in the arts.

Today’s episode features Kevin Scott. Kevin is the tour manager for indie pop project, Dayglow. Kevin and I break down the day-to-day life of a tour manager, including how to break in, where a tour manager fits in to the bigger picture, and the skills required to thrive. Listen in as Kevin shares his unique path following his passion to building a sustainable career in the arts.

Today’s episode features Kevin Scott. Kevin is the tour manager for indie pop project, Dayglow. Kevin and I break down the day-to-day life of a tour manager, including how to break in, where a tour manager fits in to the bigger picture, and the skills required to thrive. Listen in as Kevin shares his unique path following his passion to building a sustainable career in the arts.

Today’s episode features Megh Vakharia. Megh is the co-founder & CEO of Integral Studio & SymphonyOS - an artist services company that builds tools for music industry professionals including SZA, Travis Scott, Lil Yachty and more. Listen in as we break down his background of how he pivoted his career from tech to into music and where Megh sees the future of the entertainment industry.

Today’s episode features Sam Sklover, Director of Marketing & Brand Partnerships for Primary Wave. Sam holds a relatively newer role in the music industry that is critical but often behind the scenes. Primary Wave is an independent music publisher which promotes music through licensing and brand partnerships. Listen in as Sam shares examples of successful partnerships, his background from working festivals, to label finance, and his current role promoting music from the likes of Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson, Bob Marley & more! Not only is Sam an expert in his field, he is also a hella funny guy -- let's hop right in!

Today’s episode features Sam Sklover, Director of Marketing & Brand Partnerships for Primary Wave. Sam holds a relatively newer role in the music industry that is critical but often behind the scenes. Primary Wave is an independent music publisher which promotes music through licensing and brand partnerships. Listen in as Sam shares examples of successful partnerships, his background from working festivals, to label finance, and his current role promoting music from the likes of Alice Cooper, Smokey Robinson, Bob Marley & more! Not only is Sam an expert in his field, he is also a hella funny guy -- let's hop right in!

Today’s episode features Jennifer Bonita. In Jenn’s new role at Yousician she fulfills her passion of connecting artists with their fans. Coming over from the label side, Jenn has worked with all sorts of artists including pop, comedy, k-pop and more… strategizing new releases, distribution, and marketing. Listen in as she shares what it’s like to climb the ranks at major labels including Universal, Concord, and the Orchard. If you’re looking to tips on how to grow your own career as an artist, or just looking to break in on the business end, this episode is one you don’t want to miss!

Today’s episode features Jennifer Bonita. In Jenn’s new role at Yousician she fulfils her passion of connecting artists with their fans. Coming over from the label side, Jenn has worked with all sorts of artists including pop, comedy, k-pop and more… strategizing new releases, distribution, and marketing. Listen in as she shares what it’s like to climb the ranks at major labels including Universal, Concord, and the Orchard. If you’re looking to tips on how to grow your own career as an artist, or just looking to break in on the business end, this episode is one you don’t want to miss!