This is the Association of Independent Music Publishers, Nashville Pubcast. Hosted by Big Machine Music's Vice President Of Publishing, Tim Hunze. Bi-weekly, you'll be informed of issues in the world of music publishing, and gain insight as a songwriter maneuvering your career. For more information about the Nashville, AIMP visit www.aimp.org.
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01:06 - Introduction 05:27 – "What are the main points you look at in a sync contract that writers should pay attention to?" A practical breakdown of fees, territories, media, usage, and the difference between all-in and master/publishing fees. 09:27 – "If you're a writer interested in film and TV, what's different about writing for sync?" Kourtney explains why emotion and mood often matter more…
00:00 – Introduction 01:35 – Melissa Spillman's career journey 02:35 – What a publisher actually does 04:10 – What publishers look for in songwriters 05:40 – Finding your unique voice 08:10 – AI and Suno demos 11:30 – Nashville vs. LA publishing 13:00 – Understanding publishing contracts 15:10 – Admin deals vs. full publishing deals 16:10 – Why Nashville champions songwriters 18:00 – Protecting…
01:12 – "What got you here, and what was your path into the music business?" Mike shares how a football career ended, a walk through Belmont changed everything, and how internships became the foundation of his career. 03:40 – "What makes a great publisher, and what does that role really look like today?" A thoughtful discussion on developing songwriters, identifying talent, and serving as a…
[00:01:16] – "How did a guy from an agriculture and tobacco background end up building a career in Music Row?" A fascinating origin story about taking a leap of faith, moving to Nashville without a plan, and creating opportunities from scratch. [00:08:30] – "What exactly is River House, and how has it evolved from publishing into management and label services?" A great behind-the-scenes look at…
00:49 – “ You spent 15 years doing festivals on cruise ships—how did that lead you into management?” A wild and unconventional origin story that sets up the entire episode. 04:00 – “ When you saw Luke Combs for the first time… what was the moment you knew?” One of the best “I knew right then” stories—raw instinct, voice, and undeniable presence. 07:14 – “ You quit everything to manage him—what did…
00:49 – “ Your career path is a little different—can you walk us through how you got here?” Sets up one of the most compelling origin stories - non-traditional path, first-mover roles, and betting on emerging tech. 03:10 – “ What does digital marketing actually look like day-to-day in music?” A super valuable breakdown of how the role has evolved - from email and websites to streaming and TikTok.…
01:47 – The Power of Networking (Done Right) Both emphasize that relationships are everything, but networking works best when you’re adding value, not just “working the room.” 03:36 – The Entrepreneurial Pull Jessi talks about always wanting her own company, and how becoming a parent accelerated that decision. 05:25 – How to Develop a Songwriter Jessi breaks down her process: Look for writers who…
01:18 – The Core Message: Don ’ t Forget Your Why A gentle but clear reminder: the music industry can be exhausting, and it’s easy to lose sight of why you started. Tim shares how drums were once his identity; the place where he felt most alive and creative. 03:57 – The Perspective Shift The breakthrough: stop trying to pick up where you left off, and instead allow yourself to learn again . 06:59…
00:45 - What AI means for copyright today — human authorship requirements, why AI outputs aren’t copyrightable, how training data implicates rights, and the lawsuits shaping the landscape. 04:20 - Legal fights & emerging models — fair use debates, major settlements (like Audio/Suno), and how licensed AI systems may change access for artists and songwriters. 10:36 - Creative risks for songwriters —…
00:39 – Katie Kerkhover on exercise, her reMarkable tablet, and planning her day with intention. 02:13 – Tim Reynolds on using ChatGPT, Notion, and dual monitors (including vertical!) to streamline work. 02:56 – Randy Montana on daring to write something stupid, weird, dark, or fun — and why those songs sometimes get cut. 04:39 – Nikki Sanz on Superhuman , the email tool she swears by for managing…
