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The MLC Launches New Podcast to Educate and Empower Music Creators

“Taking Care of Your Music Business” season one debuts, featuring insights from songwriters and industry executives on navigating business side of the industry.

NASHVILLE, TN – The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) announces the launch of its podcast, “Taking Care of Your Music Business,” a new resource designed to educate and empower music creators. The podcast features interviews with songwriters and music executives, offering valuable insights into navigating the business side of the music industry.

“Taking Care of Your Music Business” explores the many ways creators can earn and access royalties, equipping listeners with the tools and resources necessary to ensure they’re collecting all the royalties they should be — including digital audio mechanical royalties managed by The MLC. By featuring real-world advice and actionable strategies, the podcast aims to help music creators take control of their careers and maximize their earnings.

Season one of “Taking Care of Your Music Business” features interviews with top songwriters, including Jenn Schott, Anthony Smith, Kent Blazy, and Phillip White, and insights from industry executives including Serona Elton, The MLC’s Head of Educational Partnerships, Tony Alexander of Made in Memphis Entertainment (MIME), and Jamie Dominguez, The MLC’s National Director of Industry Relations.

Episodes are now live on all major podcast platforms, available here, and full video episodes are available on The MLC’s YouTube channel here.

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