{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Leverage Over Record Deals: The New Music Business Rule With Neal O'Connor Slush Management","description":"Leverage Over Record Deals: The New Music Business Rule From Major Labels to DIY\u2014What Every Musician Should Know Join the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast as Neal O\u2019Connor reveals the real value of major labels, why building unique artist worlds is essential, and how you can develop leverage for your career. Learn about live music challenges, fan connection, and the evolving qualities artists and managers need now. Don\u2019t miss these must-have music business insights! \ud83c\udfb8\ud83c\udf0d #MusicCareer #MusicBranding #MusicIndustryTips  Here are the ways to work with us here at MUBUTV: \u26a1\ufe0fInsiders! Secure Your Spot! Get expert music career coaching with Ritch &amp;amp; Eric. Book your 15-min discovery call now: Grab a spot! \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/book.mubutv.com  MUBUTV Free Music Guides: \u26a1FREE A&amp;amp;R Guide: &amp;nbsp;\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/link.mubutv.com\/ARFreeGuide  \u26a1FREE Music Supervisor Guide: \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/link.mubutv.com\/MSFreeGuide  \u26a1FREE Music Manager Guide: &amp;nbsp;\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/link.mubutv.com\/MGRFreeGuide  Our mission here at MUBUTV is to help independent artists and music business professionals of the future to educate, empower and engage their music career.  \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Music Business Insider Podcast: https:\/\/www.mubutv.com\/podcast The Music Business Insider Podcast is a deep dive for listeners like you who want to educate, empower &amp;amp; engage their music career. We take you inside behind the scenes through a series of in-depth conversations with today\u2019s leading experts in the Music Industry including A&amp;amp;R, Music Supervision, Artist Management, Marketing, Publicity, Touring, and much much more. You can find it by searching \u201cMusic Business Insider Podcast\u201d on any podcast app or platform [ie: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.]. &amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udcd2 Show Notes and Resources \ud83d\udcd2 https:\/\/www.mubutv.com\/neal-oconnor-slush-management &amp;nbsp; \u26a1\ufe0fWhat you'll learn in this episode\u26a1\ufe0f \ud83d\udc49 Why managers have more power than ever in today\u2019s game \ud83d\udc49 When it\u2019s really time for an artist to find a manager \ud83d\udc49 How to build die-hard fans (and why that matters now more than ever) \ud83d\udc49 and so much more...  SUGGESTED &amp;amp; RECOMMENDED BOOKS: \ud83d\udcd2 All You Need To Know About the Music Business 11th Edition -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/amzn.to\/3sdgrja \ud83d\udcd2 Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike &amp;nbsp;- &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/amzn.to\/4dtZ03L \ud83c\udfa7 Get Audible Free - Your favorite titles anywhere you go. Enjoy a free trial on us! https:\/\/amzn.to\/3RB2nu4 Recommended Audio Software \u26a1Castmagic - 10x Audio Content &amp;amp; Supercharge Your Media With AI https:\/\/link.mubutv.com\/castmagic &amp;nbsp; Podcast Credits Produced by: Ritch Esra &amp;amp; Eric Knight Editor: Eric Knight Shownotes &amp;amp; Transcriptions: Jermaine Shepherd  Our latest MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast explores the crucial decision for independent artists: DIY or Major Label? We dive into essential strategies for success in the music business , covering topics from effective music marketing to understanding music publishing . Discover how to navigate the complexities of the music industry and make informed choices for your career. \ud83d\ude80\ud83c\udfa7 DISCLOSURE: Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Copyright \u00a9 2026 MUBUTV\u2122 Media. All Rights Reserved ","author_name":"Music Business Insider Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.mubutv.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40706760\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/200370920"}