This week, we pull back the curtain on what actually moves the needle for bands right now, from streaming algorithms to live shows. Vinny Fiorello of Less Than Jake joins us to talk personal brand, label realities, the modern “jetpack” moment, and how the Punk Rock Museum keeps the scene’s history alive without trapping it in the past.

We dive into:
• Touring momentum and why the live show still converts
• Algorithms pay-to-play and the fight for attention
• How labels can help and what they cannot fix
• Social media backlash and the value of authenticity