Dumb and Dumbest Episode #482: Simon Henderson of Oblique Management on Coronavirus


Matt hosted solo and interviewed industry leader Simon Henderson of Oblique Management on the future of touring post COVID-19, changes in the industry, and much more. Dumb and Dumbest #482 is live and it’s all about Simon Henderson of Oblique Management on Coronavirus! The podcast is hosted by Music Marketer Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions),Music Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), and Social Media expert and Ghost Cult’s Owner, Keith Chachkes (BDWE Media).

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #481: Weslie of Moths on Band Promotion, DIY Networking


Matt and Curtis chat with Weslie Pagan of progressive stoner doom band Moths PR about their new split release, Bandcamp, Weslie’s podcast and radio show, and the metal scene in Puerto Rico! method for your social media ads works the best. Dumb and Dumbest #481 is live and it’s all about Weslie of Moths on Band Promotion, DIY Networking, and More! 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 #480: Keep Your Ads Simple


Matt and Curtis discuss why the K.I.S.S. method for your social media ads works the best. Dumb and Dumbest #480 is live and it’s all about Keep Your Ads Simple! 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 #479: The Streaming Challenge!


Matt and Curtis discuss the Streaming Challenge, kicking off today. Learn to master streaming platforms, break through the fog, and earn some money.  Dumb and Dumbest #479 is live and it’s all about The Streaming Challenge! 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 #478: Eric Alper on PR and Twitter Mastery


Curtis and Keefy interview industry veteran Eric Alper about his career, how to break an artist, and how to rule at Twitter, just like Eric does.  Dumb and Dumbest #478 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 #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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