On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell contacts Catalyst Publicity Group members Jen Appel and Chrissy Borsellino to discuss their team's contribution to the world of music. Along the way, Jen and Chrissy offer advice for aspiring publicists and passionate artists to help each better navigate the modern music business. If you want to up your music industry game, then you won't want to miss this show!

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Veil Of Maya guitarist Marc Obuko to discuss his band's new album 'Matriarch,' as well as the realities of working in metal music today. Marc tells James about the lessons learned during this decade-plus career with VOM, as well as the crazy tale of how the group found their latest vocalist and what he brings to the band that may catch some fans off guard. We also listen to a bit of the new record because, to be honest, it slays.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls iwrestledabearonce vocalist Courtney LaPlante to discuss her band's upcoming album, 'Hail Mary.' The two discuss the origin of the new record, as well as the messages found on its fourteen tracks, and the way the sound of the album marks yet another evolution for the unpredictable metal band. Whether you're a longtime fan of IWABO or someone who has no idea who they are, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.

On this special mini episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell speaks with music critic Jesse Richman about the new Kurt Cobain documentary, 'Montage Of Heck.' James and Jesse both saw the film together during its SXSW premiere, and now that the movie is becoming available for everyone to enjoy they decided to hop on a call to discuss what many are calling the greatest rock documentary of all time. Whether you consider yourself a Nirvana fan or not, this is one conversation you don't want to miss.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Sudden Suspension vocalist Brandon Stasi to discuss his band's promising and fast-moving career in music. Sudden Suspension recently announced their decision to sign with Bad Timing Records, and James asks Brandon a number of questions related to the band's decision to sign, as well as what they have planned in the months and years ahead. If you love pop punk, or if you just want to learn a bit about how a label can impact a band life in a positive way, make sure not to miss this conversation.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell chats with Near Mint Records' co-founders James Cassar and Corey Purvis. Together, the three discuss what it's like running a record label in 2015, as well as the numerous ways Near Mint is working to stand out from their competition. The conversation eventually turns to the future, which is when Near Mint's leaders share some thoughts on what they plan to accomplish and how they are going to make it all happen. If you ever thought about starting a label, or if you just want to know the realities of launching a business in music today, this is one episode you cannot miss!

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Launch Music Conference foudner Jeremy Weiss to discuss his upcoming 2015 event. This is the seventh year for Launch, and during their coversation Jeremy tells James about the origins of the conference, as well as his long and diverse history in the music business. Haulix is one of the many companies participating in this year's Launch event, and we would love to see you there. Visit www.launchmusicconference.com for tickets and additional event information.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Ben Hardesty, vocalist for The Last Bison, to discuss his band's work and how they're keeping American folk music alive in 2015. James hasn't had many folk artists on the show before, but the conversation moves quick and smooth as he and Ben talk about the band's early days in Virginia, the lasting importance of The Marshall Tucker Band, and the difficulties faced by the group as they made the transition back to the indepedent world after spending time on a major label. It's a big and broad conversation that could potentially double as an advertisement for Virginia tourism, but it's one of our favorite conversations to date. Enjoy!

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls 10 Years vocalist Jesse Hasek to discuss the group's upcoming seventh studio album, 'From Birth To Burial.' This is the second album released through the band's own label, Palehorse, and it just so happens to be their heaviest record to date. Jesse tells James about the album's inception, as well as what it's like to transition from a major label to someone who runs your own record company. The discussion eventually turns to the 10-year anniversary of 'The Autumn Effect' and what, if any, plans the band may have made to celebrate.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell connects with Mike Abiuso to discuss his many music-related projects. Mike is the guitarist for The Venetia Fair, as well as the founder of SwitchBitch Records and Behind The Curtains Media. James and Mike discuss all of this, as well as their thoughts on SXSW, the usefulness of panels, and why the band Flannel Mouth deserve to be on your radar. It's a fun conversation, but also an informative one, and we think you will love the results.