Industry veterans Drew Thurlow + Lauren Blitzer-Wright dive into the latest in music, tech, and the ever-evolving business behind it all. From AI breakthroughs to emerging trends, they bring expert guests and insider insights straight to your ears. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn—and you might even pick up some music history along the way.
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music distribution, independent artists, digital music, AI in music, music industry, distribution services, artist empowerment, music technology
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Saison 2 · Épisode 4
mercredi 15 avril 2026 • Durée 25:35
This episode explores the current state of the music industry, focusing on streaming growth, monetization strategies, and the evolving landscape of artist-fan engagement. Lauren Blitzer shares insights on industry reports, the importance of data, and innovative approaches to monetization.
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music industry, streaming, artist monetization, fan engagement, music business reports, merch rights, global markets, data analytics
This episode explores the rapid growth of music streaming, the impact of generative AI on music creation, and the evolving landscape of music industry economics. We analyze key industry numbers, the rise of AI-generated music, and the implications for artists and rights management.
In this episode, Lauren Blitzer-Wright and Drew Thurlow discuss the significant growth of independent artists in the music industry, highlighting how they have outgrown the market share of major labels like UMG. The conversation delves into the definitions of indie versus major labels, the evolution of artist contracts, and the impact of technology on music distribution. Blitzer emphasizes the importance of understanding the human element in the music business and the need for a more supportive industry structure for artists.
Topics
00:00 Where's Nicole??
00:28 Yea We Got Indie Cred
02:48 Indie? Major? What's the distinction anymore??
06:03 The Evolution of Music Distribution
09:12 The Changing Landscape of Artist Contracts
12:11 The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Christmas
14:16 Drew + Lauren Get It Right (They're Wrong)
15:26 Drew Sells Out To A Major
18:05 The Human Element in Music Business
19:51 Everyone In Music Has A Side Hustle
21:10 Building a Better Music Industry
Credits
Hosted by Lauren Blitzer-Wright & Drew ThurlowMusic by Drew ThurlowProduced & Directed by Nicole Marinake
Lone Wolves S2 #1: Our Music Journeys, Burger King to Berklee
Saison 2 · Épisode 1
mercredi 3 décembre 2025 • Durée 24:57
We made it to Season 2! In this episode of the Lone Wolves podcast, hosts Lauren Blitzer-Wright and Drew Thurlow discuss their personal journeys in the music industry, the evolution of music business education, and the impact of technology on the industry. They explore the challenges faced by new graduates entering the job market, the changing landscape of music distribution, and the future of music in relation to AI and emerging technologies. The conversation highlights the importance of adaptability and innovation in navigating the modern music industry.
Topics
00:00 Welcome to the Lone Wolves Podcast SEASON 2
00:10 Drew Gets a New Hoodie
03:39 You Ain't Got No Job, and You Ain't Got No Car
Lone Wolves #008: 3 Under-Reported Stories in the Music Industry (Summer 2025 Edition)
Saison 1 · Épisode 8
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In this episode of the Lone Wolves Podcast, hosts Drew Thurlow and Lauren Blitzer-Wright discuss under-reported stories in the music industry, focusing on the significant shift towards catalog acquisitions by major labels, the implications of direct deals for mechanical rights, and the importance of building community in a fragmented industry. They explore how these changes affect talent development, the role of independent artists, and the future of music business structures.
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Topics
00:00 Drew is a Nerd
05:46 What Do We Talk About, When We Talk About AI?
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jeudi 26 juin 2025 • Durée 24:18
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Topics
00:00 Does Drew have some news? (Spoiler: Yes)
03:21 Let's Have Fun and Trace the Value Chain with AI!
06:20 AI, Slop, and You
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12:56 Hey AI: Pay Me
15:15 Navigating the Evolving Music Industry Landscape
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Lone Wolves #005: The Future of Music in Gaming (Part 1)
Saison 1 · Épisode 5
mardi 3 juin 2025 • Durée 27:24
In part one of this episode, Colin Yost joins Lauren Blitzer-Wright to discuss the intersection of music and gaming, highlighting the evolution of music integration in gaming platforms like Roblox and Fortnite. He addresses the challenges of music licensing, the innovative strategies being employed to enhance music experiences in games, and the future potential for collaboration between the music and gaming industries.
independent artists, major labels, music distribution, artist contracts, music industry trends, digital democratization, music revenue, artist leverage, music technology, music marketing
Tiger AI, gaming music, adaptive music, music licensing, audio technology, gaming industry, music integration, user experience, music rights, gaming platforms
