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Music Business Insider Podcast

Feb 24, 2026

The Album vs. The Algorithm: Keith Jopling Reveals Why Albums Still Rule!


Is the album dead or stronger than ever? In this episode, Keith Jopling reveals how the album survived the Napster and Spotify eras, why streaming changed listener habits, and how legacy artists and Gen Z rediscover albums as a way to connect...


Feb 17, 2026

Did Corporate America Steal the Soul of Hip-Hop? DJ Groovematic Tells All


Go deep into hip-hop history as we sit down with DJ Groovematic, aka Tony Evans—a true hip-hop pioneer and cultural historian. Discover the raw energy of New York’s original tape era, the transformation of battle rap and freestyle, and how...


Feb 10, 2026

The Real Reason Hopeless Records Outlasted Everyone Else

How Hopeless Records Built a Culture of Impact
Dive into the inspirational journey of Louis Posen, founder of Hopeless Records, on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. Discover how he started with just $1,000 in his bedroom, created a thriving independent...


Feb 3, 2026

Music Industry Business Manager REVEALS How Much Do Musicians REALLY Make on Tour 

Step inside the world of top Billboard business manager Daniel Berrocal from Iconac on the "MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast." Discover the real story behind tour money, contracts, and how artists can avoid common financial pitfalls....