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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.

  1. Aug 12

    Lone Wolves S2 #9: A History of Music Royalties...and the Next One?

    In this episode, Drew and LBW explore the need for a new royalty system for AI in the music industry, tracing historical precedents and proposing innovative solutions to ensure fair compensation in the age of generative AI. Drew also trolls LBC...HARD. Drew's article on the "Generative Usage Royalty" https://alderbrook.substack.com/p/does-music-need-a-new-royalty-for

  2. Jul 22

    Lone Wolves S2 #8: Major AI Deals...Or Not?

    In this episode, Drew and LBW explore the evolving landscape of AI in music, legal implications, industry dynamics, and the future of content creation. They share insights on how AI is transforming the industry, the legal battles ahead, and what it means for artists and fans alike. They also argue whether climate change is a hoax.

  3. Jul 8

    Lone Wolves S02 #6 Music Financing for the new Era

    Key Topics Music financing evolutionCatalog acquisitions and valuationImpact of new distribution platformsArtist control and rights managementEmerging trends in music royalties Chapters 00:00 Seltzer Iced Coffee: A New Trend? 00:47 A NEW CHAPTER 00:52 Financing in the Music Industry 03:41 Royalty Advances and Distribution Companies 05:16 OMG They Did What 10:22 Not All Royalties are Created 13:16 Chely Wright Works Hard 14:24 Navigating the New Music Landscape 16:35 Take the Check, Bob

  4. Jun 16

    Lone Wolves: S2 #7: The Music 3.0 Edition

    We've had a flurry of news in the last two weeks: none bigger than Spotify now proclaiming to investors they are an "AI creation platform." Is this the beginning of Music 3.0?

  5. May 7

    Lone Wolves: S2 #5 The Distribution Episode

    This episode explores the evolution of music distribution from physical to digital, the rise of independent distribution services, and the future challenges and opportunities in the music industry, including AI impacts and artist empowerment. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics 01:27 CD Corekid Lost 03:07 How Thin Do These Margins Get? 09:22 Celebrate Independence 15:27 DECLARE Independence 19:37 No More Slop, Please Credits Hosted by Lauren Blitzer-Wright & Drew Thurlow Music by Drew Thurlow Produced & Directed by Nicole Marinake Apply to Join the Lone Wolves Community ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYypAzIMIbO9W5Elqy1Otp9BXopODUVr28Vw2QdOgeIS52OQ/viewform?pli=1⁠ Follow the Lone Wolves Community LinkTree:⁠ https://linktr.ee/lonewolvescommunity⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lwcommunity Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lonewolvescommunity⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@lonewolvescommunity⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/lone-wolves-community⁠ Buy Merch: ⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/support⁠ Keywords music distribution, independent artists, digital music, AI in music, music industry, distribution services, artist empowerment, music technology

    Lone Wolves: S2 #5 The Distribution Episode

  6. Apr 15

    Lone Wolves S2 #4 Streaming Can't Be The Only Answer

    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. Keywords music industry, streaming, artist monetization, fan engagement, music business reports, merch rights, global markets, data analytics Topics 00:00 Drew had martini(s) 02:27 Turns out...People (Still) Like Music! 09:01 Drew's Never Been to a Costco 16:04 Music? It's Like a Restaurant Credits Hosted by Lauren Blitzer-Wright & Drew Thurlow Music by Drew Thurlow Apply to Join the Lone Wolves Community ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYypAzIMIbO9W5Elqy1Otp9BXopODUVr28Vw2QdOgeIS52OQ/viewform?pli=1⁠ Follow the Lone Wolves Community LinkTree:⁠ https://linktr.ee/lonewolvescommunity⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lwcommunity Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lonewolvescommunity⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@lonewolvescommunity⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/lone-wolves-community⁠ Buy Merch: ⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/support⁠

    Lone Wolves S2 #4 Streaming Can't Be The Only Answer

  7. Mar 11

    Lone Wolves S2 #3: The Numbers Episode

    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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4CQV2rI7KY Topics 00:00 We Too Damn Busy!!! 02:45 We Can Read Numbers 09:54 Are We Really Talking About AI Again? (Yes) 22:55 DistroKid? More Like DistroCash amirite Credits Hosted by Lauren Blitzer-Wright & Drew Thurlow Music by Drew Thurlow Produced & Directed by Nicole Marinake Apply to Join the Lone Wolves Community ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYypAzIMIbO9W5Elqy1Otp9BXopODUVr28Vw2QdOgeIS52OQ/viewform?pli=1⁠ Follow the Lone Wolves Community LinkTree:⁠ https://linktr.ee/lonewolvescommunity⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lwcommunity Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lonewolvescommunity⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@lonewolvescommunity⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/lone-wolves-community⁠ Keywords music streaming, AI music, industry numbers, royalties, independent artists, music technology, streaming growth, AI-generated content

    Lone Wolves S2 #3: The Numbers Episode

  8. 12/18/2025

    Lone Wolves S2 #2: Indie vs Major – LWC Sells Out

    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 Apply to Join the Lone Wolves Community ⁠⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYypAzIMIbO9W5Elqy1Otp9BXopODUVr28Vw2QdOgeIS52OQ/viewform?pli=1⁠⁠ Follow the Lone Wolves Community LinkTree:⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/lonewolvescommunity⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.lonewolvesclub.co/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lwcommunity⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lonewolvescommunity⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@lonewolvescommunity LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/lone-wolves-community⁠⁠ Keywords independent artists, major labels, music distribution, artist contracts, music industry trends, digital democratization, music revenue, artist leverage, music technology, music marketing

    Lone Wolves S2 #2: Indie vs Major – LWC Sells Out
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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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