The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland
The Money Trench
The Money Trench (TMT) is The Music Industry Podcast from presenter Mark Sutherland and exec producer Mike Walsh, produced by Tape Notes and supported by Sound On and Tixel. Each Monday, we will dissect the biggest music industry news stories of the previous week, in the company of one of the industry’s most influential executives. Followed by a deep dive into that exec’s career in music, including their thoughts on where we’re at and where we’re heading. Now, TMT is here to look at all sides of the music business and celebrate the most exciting industry on the planet. Don’t start your music week without it…
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Jul 21, 2024 • 1h 8min
TMT:05 Daniel Glass on Universal's Early Days, Hustle Culture, Physical vs. Digital Sales, and Growing Artists Into Arenas
Welcome to The Money Trench. In this episode, Mark catches up with storied US label boss Daniel Glass.On a fleeting London visit, Daniel reflects on the early days of his career, from the moment he fell in love with the market, to setting up a label from a hotel foyer, and his time at Chrysalis and Universal Records.As well as sharing his thoughts on hustle culture and how to be a successful entrepreneur in today's music world, Daniel looks at what's ahead for Glassnote Records, sharing his predictions for new music 'arena fillers' and what they're doing right.NEWSLETTERSign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL who celebrate their 90th year in business this year.KEEP UP TO DATEFor the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trenchLinkedIn: The Money TrenchWebsite: The Money TrenchGET IN TOUCHIf you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!Thanks to our partnersPPL Earth/PercentTom A SmithAimless PlayFourth PillarSennheiserJunkhead StudioTape NotesExecutive Producer: Mike WalshProducer: Tape Notes Recorded and Edited: Will Lyons & Jonathan Coughlin
Jul 14, 2024 • 1h 6min
TMT:04 Annabella Coldrick on Managers' Evolving Roles, the Fight for Fair Pay in Streaming, Renegotiating Contracts, and New Music Industry Baddies
Welcome to The Money Trench. In this episode, Mark is joined by the new Music Managers Forum (MMF) CEO, Annabella Coldrick.As well as digging into the latest music industry news, including major label restructuring and management lawsuits, the conversation explores how the role of music managers has evolved over the years, the key ways to make the industry fairer and how to create strong artist relationships.NEWSLETTERSign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL who celebrate their 90th year in business this year.KEEP UP TO DATEFor the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trenchLinkedIn: The Money TrenchWebsite: The Money TrenchGET IN TOUCHIf you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!Thanks to our partnersPPL Earth/PercentTom A SmithAimless PlayFourth PillarSennheiserJunkhead StudioTape NotesExecutive Producer: Mike WalshProducer: Tape Notes Recorded and Edited: Jonathan Coughlin
Jul 7, 2024 • 49min
TMT:03 Tom Kiehl on UK Music's Pre- and Post-Election Strategy, the Impact of a New Government, Post-Brexit Challenges, and Uncovering Portsmouth's Music Scene
Welcome to The Money Trench. In this episode, Mark is joined by the new UK Music Chief Executive, Tom Kiehl (recorded on the day of the General Election).As the bridge between the music industry and government, Tom discusses how UK Music has prepared and will respond to the results of the General Election.In addition to sharing stories of early morning record store days and investigating the Portsmouth music scene, the conversation covers what Tom is prioritising in his new role, including the impact and lasting implications of leaving the EU, the challenges facing grassroots music venues, and the growth of AI.NEWSLETTERSign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL who celebrate their 90th year in business this year.KEEP UP TO DATEFor the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trenchLinkedIn: The Money TrenchWebsite: The Money TrenchGET IN TOUCHIf you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!Thanks to our partnersPPL Earth/PercentTom A SmithAimless PlayFourth PillarSennheiserJunkhead StudioTape NotesExecutive Producer: Mike WalshProducer: Tape Notes Recorded and Edited: Will Lyons & Jonathan Coughlin
Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 3min
TMT:02 Ferdy Unger-Hamilton on AI Lawsuits, independent label success, the future of A&R, and partying in Bono's hotel room
Welcome to The Money Trench. In this episode, Mark is joined by A&R heavyweight and former major label head, Ferdy Unger-Hamilton.In another big week for the industry, the conversation covers major label lawsuits, the Rolling Stones on Roblox, and an in-depth discussion of the most important parts of A&R. Reflecting on his career, Ferdy talks through his very first job interview taken on a payphone, to his time at the top of major labels Polydor, Columbia & Virgin, and life now at his own indie label Promised Land Music.NEWSLETTERSign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL who celebrate their 90th year in business this year.KEEP UP TO DATEFor the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trenchLinkedIn: The Money TrenchWebsite: The Money TrenchGET IN TOUCHIf you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!Thanks to our partnersPPL Earth/PercentTom A SmithAimless PlayFourth PillarSennheiserJunkhead StudioTape NotesExecutive Producer: Mike WalshProducer: Tape Notes Recorded and Edited: Will Lyons & Jonathan Coughlin
Jun 23, 2024 • 1h 7min
TMT:01 Lorna Clarke on Glastonbury, the BBC vs commercial radio, nurturing new talent & eating curry with Paul McCartney
Welcome to The Money Trench. In this, our very first episode, Mark is joined by Lorna Clarke, Director of Music at the BBC, ahead of one of the busiest weeks in her calendar, Glastonbury.As well as discussing the scale of the BBC’s Glastonbury coverage and detailing what goes into planning a broadcast of this scale, Lorna takes us on a deep dive into her career, sharing her thoughts on the BBC vs. commercial radio, why diversity within the industry is vital for its success, and stories of curry mishaps with Paul McCartney.NEWSLETTERSign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week’s hottest music industry stories.PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL who celebrate their 90 th year in business this year.KEEP UP TO DATEFor the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trenchLinkedIn: The Money TrenchWebsite: The Money TrenchGET IN TOUCHIf you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We’d love to hear from you! - Get in touch here!Thanks to our partnersPPL Earth/PercentTom A SmithAimless PlayFourth PillarSennheiserJunkhead StudioTape NotesExecutive Producer: Mike WalshProducer: Tape Notes Recorded and Edited: Will Lyons & Jonathan Coughlin
