Dumb and Dumbest Episode #477: Interviewing Jon Asher on PR


Curtis and Keefy host a special interview with veteran music publicist Jon Asher of Asher Media Relations to discuss his career, what PR campaigns for metal bands look like during the pandemic, his campaign for Juno Award winners Striker, and much more! Dumb and Dumbest #477 is live and it’s all about Interviewing Jon Asher on PR. The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #476: Crowdfunding, Publishing and More With Lindsay Schoolcraft


Matt and Curtis welcomes back the great Lindsay Schoolcraft to the podcast! She details her process for crowdfunding her new album, making money from streaming, and more. Dumb and Dumbest #476 is live and it’s all about Crowdfunding, Publishing and More with Lindsay Schoolcraft!  The podcast is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #475: Optimizing Bandcamp


Matt and Curtis gives some great intel on how to get the most out of Bandcamp, for your band. Dumb and Dumbest #475 is streaming is all about Optimizing Bandcamp. Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media)..
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #474: Lyle Jensen of MMD Records on African Metal!


Matt and Curtis welcome in Lyle Jensen of MMD Records, to discuss the African Metal scene, touring the continent, and much more. Dumb and Dumbest #474 is streaming is all about Lyle Jensen of MMD Records on African Metal! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #473: Lars Was Right


Matt and Keefy undertake a great debate about streaming, Spotify, revenue for DIY and mainstream bands, and more. Dumb and Dumbest #473 is streaming is all about Lars Was Right! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #472: Dre Baldwin on Sales


Matt and Curtis welcome in Dre Baldwin, to discuss sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship! Dumb and Dumbest Episode #472 is streaming now and it’s all about Dre Baldwin On Sales! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #471: Music Publishing With Ula Gehret


Matt and Curtis welcomes back Ula Gehret to discuss crucial music industry and legal concerns regarding streaming, publishing, payouts, and contracts! Dumb and Dumbest Episode #471 is streaming now and it’s all about: Music Publishing With Ula Gehret! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media). Join our free music marketing Q & A Zoom call on August 19th! Sign up here. https://mailchi.mp/34ea13d6533a/x86dpnjva8
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #470: Learning From People In Your Scene


Matt and Curtis discuss why it’s important to seek help in your community the knowledge you need to get to the next level. Dumb and Dumbest #470 is streaming now and it’s all about Learning From People In Your Scene! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media). Join our free music marketing Q & A Zoom call on August 19th! Sign up here. https://mailchi.mp/34ea13d6533a/x86dpnjva8
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #469: Francis Roberts On Life As A Composer, Musician And More!


Matt and Curtis are back to interview composer and bandleader Francis Roberts (King Gorm) about the many facets of his career. Dumb and Dumbest #469 is streaming now and it’s all about Francis Roberts On Life As A Composer, Musician And More! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media). Join our free music marketing Q & A Zoom call on August 19th! Sign up here. https://mailchi.mp/34ea13d6533a/x86dpnjva8
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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #468: Swallow The Bitter Pill


Matt and Keefy team up to explain why it is called the “music business” and not the “music friendship.” Dumb and Dumbest #468 is streaming now and it’s all about Swallowing The Bitter Pill! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media). Join our free music marketing Q & A Zoom call on August 19th! Sign up here. https://mailchi.mp/34ea13d6533a/x86dpnjva8
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