Music Row Dealmakers

Barry Neil Shrum
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Prominent entertainment attorneys Barry Neil Shrum & Dennis Disney explore their world of closing deals from Nashville's Famed Music Row, in the heart of Music City.  We are the dealmakers, from composing to closing.  

  1. The Oracle Edition: What the future holds for Music Row Dealmakers Podcasts

    JAN 30

    The Oracle Edition: What the future holds for Music Row Dealmakers Podcasts

    Send us a text In this episode, co-host Barry Shrum looks at MRD's future plans for Music Row Dealmaker episodes, new features, and new related podcasts. Support the show

    13 min
  2. Deal Making on Music Row, Part 4: Is the Traditional Recording Agreement Unconscionable?

    JAN 15

    Deal Making on Music Row, Part 4: Is the Traditional Recording Agreement Unconscionable?

    Send us a text  In this of Music Row Dealmakers, from composing to closing - the first of Season 2 - your hosts Barry Shrum & Dennis Disney discuss whether certain terms of the traditional recording agreement are unconscionable.  The doctrine of unconscionability is a contract law doctrine that states that a contract can be considered invalid if it is "shocking or unfair" in its wording or application. They explore the definition of unconscionability and how it applies to recording contracts, particularly in terms of leverage and bargaining power between the artist and the label. They also discuss the options an artist has if they feel they are in an unfair position when signing a recording  Support the show

    1h 20m
  3. Iconic Dealmakers Part 8: Mark Roesler: The godfather of the Rights of Publicity (REBROADCAST)

    12/31/2025

    Iconic Dealmakers Part 8: Mark Roesler: The godfather of the Rights of Publicity (REBROADCAST)

    Send us a text For the holidays, Music Row Dealmakers is rebroadcasting one of our most popular episodes on the Godfather of NIL, Mark Roesler, in which Dealmakers Barry Neil Shrum and Dennis Disney discuss how Roesler negotiated his way into representing the estate of James Dean & Marilyn.  They share their experience with deals involving this lesser-known personal and property right. Support the show

    1h 26m
  4. NEWS UPDATE: Gene Simmons testifies about artist royalties

    12/12/2025

    NEWS UPDATE: Gene Simmons testifies about artist royalties

    Send us a text Judiciary Subcommittees consider New Legislation to Amend Copyright Act called the American Music Fairness Act.  Yesterday, December 9, 2025, none other than Kiss’ Gene Simmons testified in support of this legislation at a hearing entitled   "Balancing the Interests of Local Radio, Songwriters, and Performers in the Digital Age," conducted on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Support the show

    37 min
  5. Deal Making on Music Row, Part 3: Critical provisions of the Exclusive Recording Agreement

    11/28/2025

    Deal Making on Music Row, Part 3: Critical provisions of the Exclusive Recording Agreement

    Send us a text Join us for the 12th episode of Music Row Dealmakers, where Barry and Dennis continue their exploration of the “Holy Grail” of the music industry, the exclusive songwriting agreement, examining some of the more controversial provisions of the traditional recording agreement and discussing how the paradigm shifts in the industry have affected their application.  Support the show

    1h 23m
  6. Dealmaking on Music Row Part 2: The Holy Grail of the Music Industry (Exclusive Recording Agreement)

    11/14/2025

    Dealmaking on Music Row Part 2: The Holy Grail of the Music Industry (Exclusive Recording Agreement)

    Send us a text In Episode 11, Mr. Shrum and Mr. Disney discuss how cases like McGraw v. Curb and Williams v. Polygram shape the language of the recording agreement. Support the show

    1h 6m
  7. Music Row Dealmaking, Part 1: Anatomy of a Personal Management Agreement

    10/31/2025

    Music Row Dealmaking, Part 1: Anatomy of a Personal Management Agreement

    Send us a text The dealmakers discuss the importance of the contractual relationship between an artist and their personal manager.  Some of these relationships, such as Col. Tom Parker and Elvis Presley, can last longer than most marriages and often involve more complexities.  Barry and Dennis explore some of the most critical and impactful provisions of the personal management agreements, including the Key-Person provision and the Sunset Clause.  Support the show

    1h 24m
  8. Iconic Dealmakers Part 8: Mark Roesler: The godfather of the Rights of Publicity

    10/15/2025

    Iconic Dealmakers Part 8: Mark Roesler: The godfather of the Rights of Publicity

    Send us a text The Music Row Dealmakers Barry Neil Shrum and Dennis Disney discuss how the godfather of “NIL” - the modern acronym for rights of publicity - negotiated his way into representing the estate of James Dean & Marilyn.  They share their experience with deals involving this lesser-known personal and property right. Support the show

    1h 26m
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Prominent entertainment attorneys Barry Neil Shrum & Dennis Disney explore their world of closing deals from Nashville's Famed Music Row, in the heart of Music City.  We are the dealmakers, from composing to closing.  

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  • Creator
    Barry Neil Shrum
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Shrum & Associates PC
  • Show Website
    Music Row Dealmakers