Rob “Blasko” Nicholson is a music lifer, best known as the bassist for Ozzy Osbourne and Zakk Sabbath, and also with his company Mercenary Management (Black Veil Brides, Zakk Wylde and more). Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #135 is streaming now and it’s an Interview with Blasko, Bassist for Ozzy Osbourne, Band Manager. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
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Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #132: DIY Music and Social Media with Tankcrimes Boss Scotty Heath
One of the best underground metal and punk labels around is Tankcrimes. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #132 is streaming now and it’s all about DIY Music and Social Media with Tankcrimes Boss Scotty Heath. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #130: Interview with Tom Ballard of Allfather on Twitter
Tom Ballard, who has helped grow his band Allfather using social media returns to Dumb and Dumbest to discuss mastering Twitter. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #130 is streaming now and it’s an Interview with Tom Ballard of Allfather on Twitter. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #129: Interview with Chris Latta of Indy Metal Vault
Chris Latta is one of the main contributors of Indy Metal Vault, and he is a font of knowledge about music journalism, writing reviews of metal albums, and toeing the line between working musician and journalism. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #129 is streaming now and it’s an Interview with Chris Latta of Indy Metal Vault. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training for bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #128: Why Mailing Lists Matter
Email is the unsung hero of marketing for a band, artist, or brand. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #128 is streaming now and it’s an all about Why Mailing Lists Matter. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #127: Album Art and You
Album artwork is often overlooked but is crucial to your bands’ ultimate success. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #127 is streaming now and it’s all about Album Art and You! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #126: Interview with Garth McKee of Crown and Throne Ltd.
Garth McKee’s story has had several arcs as an independent record label owner including his current companies Crown and Throne Ltd. and Oinari Media. He’s also had a fascinating personal journey in life and business. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #126 is streaming now and it’s an Interview with Garth McKee of Crown and Throne Ltd. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #125: Interview with Albert Mudrian of Decibel Magazine
Albert Mudrian has seen a lot of changes in the music business since he began publishing Decibel Magazine in 2004. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #125 is streaming now and it’s an Interview with Albert Mudrian of Decibel Magazine. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), they also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #124: The FB and IG Outage
Where were you when the lights went out on Facebook and Twitter for over a day, all over the world? This is a good time to think about diversifying your platforms. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #124 is streaming now and it’s all about The FB and IG Outage! Dumb and Dumbest hosts Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading
Dumb and Dumbest Podcast #123: Alan Averill of Primordial on Maintaining a Legacy
Many veteran bands don’t realize they are sitting on treasure troves of content, just waiting to be shared and engaged with, minting new fans craving authenticity. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #123 is streaming now and it’s an interview with Alan Averill of Primordial on Maintaining A Legacy! Dumb and Dumbest hosts Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) also offer The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading