Independent music, industry news, interviews and more with your host Dani Cutler. New shows every Thursday! Dani worked in independent radio for over 16 years in Phoenix, AZ supporting local and independent artists, and was deemed ”Scene Mom” by the community. Since then she has made the move to Massachusetts but will be a cheerleader for indie artists no matter where she lives.
Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
Time: ~34 min.
It’s Episode 60! A packed episode this week. I share what’s going on in life and dive into some important music news, covering industry shifts and events that just won’t go away. I have your music history and marketing tip, and we get naked too! And as always I have a few awesome indie tracks to share. Thanks for listening!
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Taylor Swift buys back her music, no strings attached
Beyonce fans having pre-sale buyer's remorse as general ticket prices drop significantly
Couple cycling naked through London to raise awareness for mental health
MUSIC:
Paper Foxes - Lights Out
Andy Kuchta - Storm Chasin'
John Gerard - Close to the Sun
Basic Elements - Hide (Live Quiet Version)
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Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
Time: ~25 min.
It’s Episode 59! I've been keeping myself busy this week, putting the finishing touches on my social media workshop here in town and checking out the GALA arts and music festival at my favorite farm. I also spent time at a long and wild town meeting where funding for our Library, Senior Center, and Parks and Recreation were thankfully secured.
On this show this week I’ve got your music news and we’re talking Copyright issues and Art funding cuts in California of all places, Moby’s music library, and a treasure hunt from Thom York. And we continue the marketing tips on what you need to do before announcing a show. Plus music- some awesome music from awesome indie bands! It’s… awesome!
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Music Organizations sent letters to the US Copyright Office regarding AI
California Governor proposes cuts of $11.5M to the Arts in state budget
Moby relaunches free-use music library
Thom York sends you on a treasure hunt
Jim Morrison bust stolen 40 years ago has been found
MUSIC:
Battlemode - Game Over
Sydney Sprague - As Scared As Can Be
The Darts - No Love
The Northern Line - Throw A Fist
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Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
Time: ~30 min.
It’s Episode 58! This week I’ve been keeping busy with some fun community projects and had a really cool experience helping out a young musician with his senior project. I’m also thinking ahead to some local music ideas that might be in the works. Of course, I’ve got some fresh indie tracks for you, plus we’ll talk about a few interesting things happening in the music world—from new ventures by familiar faces to the government backtracking on regulating AI. Stick around for a little music history and a cool bit of good news on the tech and sustainability side too. Thanks for hanging out with me!
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House Republicans ban AI regulation
RHCP Anthony Kiedis teams up with Live Nation for coffee venture
CBGB Festival coming to Brooklyn
Fuel cell recycling turns forever chemicals into renewable resources using sound waves
MUSIC:
MRCH - Elixir
Glass Apple Bonzai - Effigy (I'm Not An)
Birds + Arrows - The Kite, Right Back To Me
Hotel Saturn - Just The Way
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday May 08, 2025
Thursday May 08, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
It’s Episode 57! This week is a mix of cool indie tunes (shoutout to Kongos and a bunch of others!), music news, we continue my series on planning a show announcement in the marketing tip, and a really moving story about a violin made by a prisoner during WWII. Plus, a quick reminder to support your favorite artists by buying their music and merch, and a heads-up about a sale in the Scene Mom Says shop. As always, good music and some thought-provoking stuff!
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Smokey Robinson $50 Million Lawsuit
President signs EO slashing funds for NPR/PBS
Voice of America will be fueled by right wing One America News Network
Young Musicians Unite raise $1.6 Million to support music education
A secret note hidden in Dachau-built ‘Violin of Hope’ tells a tale of survival and craftsmanship
MUSIC:
Kongos - Hey I Don't Know
Rachael Plays Guitar - Silly Thoughts
Morgan Alyse - Misty Mountains
Dorsten - Tangerine
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Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
Time: ~30 min.
It’s Episode 56! I’m back from an emotional but meaningful trip to Iowa and ready to share some amazing new indie tracks, music news, and promo advice. You’ll hear a few excellent new indie tracks. I also share a marketing tip for artists planning live shows—and some good news for anyone dealing with tinnitus. A packed 30 minutes, enjoy!
LINKS:
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Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
IS Fyre Fest over? McFarland is selling the brand and event is cancelled.
Green Day getting star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
A key to keeping Tinnutus under control could be in what you eat
MUSIC:
Escape the Hive - Around The Sun
Happy Little Clouds - Clear and Present Danger
Lovina Falls - About The Sun
Mermaid Riot - Wings of July
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Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
It’s Episode 55! This week I’m doing something a little different. Since I’m out of town this week the show is just an interview, no music or regular segments. I interviewed my longtime friend Jack Mangan. I've known Jack for over 20 years, and he just launched an incredible new nonprofit called SLAM—Support Life and Music.
In our conversation, Jack shared his journey from musician and podcaster to industry advocate, and how he realized there was a real need for support in the music community. We talked about everything from how tough it is to make a living in music, to how SLAM is building programs like online support groups and informative panels to help musicians feel less alone. It was such an inspiring chat, please follow SLAM on all the socials and help spread the word!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
SLAM Website: https://www.supportlifeandmusic.org/
SOCIALS:
https://www.facebook.com/supportlifeandmusic
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Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Time: ~30 min.
It’s Episode 54! In this week’s episode of Scene Mom Says, I’m catching you up on everything from wild spring weather and travel plans to upcoming events I’m working on. I’ve got some juicy music news, including South Korea’s AI music ban, and yes… more on Fyre Festival 2. I also drop a super practical marketing tip this week. Plus, I share some cool indie tracks for you. We even take a trip through music history and end with some feel-good nerdy news. Thanks for hanging out, and as always please share the love!
LINKS:
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Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
TikTok sale deadline extended again
South Korea bans AI copyright registration
They still don't know Fyre Fest is happening
How to claim the URL on your Facebook Page
Wile E Coyote vs. Acme back on!
MUSIC:
Travels with Brindle - Beat The Clock
Headphone Jacks - Space Ghost
Paper Foxes - Haunt Me
Steve Geraci - Voice In My Head
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Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Time: ~30min.
Episode 53! I’m catching you up on my trip, including a super nostalgic visit from my friend Mike Zimmerlich. I also got to show him a bit of the local music scene and co-host another awesome Artist Spotlight show. I talk about some big music news from what I thought was a dead place, a few social media myths, and of course, I’ve got some killer indie tracks for you. Let’s do it!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
Trump Executive Order wants to tackle ticket price gouging
Instagram Recommendation Guidelines
Instrument Drive for North Carolina Hurricane victims donates 2000 instruments
MUSIC:
Viper Club - Dumbstruck
Frederick & Chamberlain - Into The Flames
Martin Moran - Take Your Truth
Painting Fences - Carry The Light
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Time: ~30 min.
It’s episode 52! Checking in from Rockville, Maryland, I’ve been taking it easy before heading home and gearing up for a special guest visiting. On the show we’ve got music news on streaming’s continued rise, vinyl’s resurgence, and some concerning potential cuts to library and arts funding, which can matter specifically for indie artists. Plus, a feel-good story that has this Duran Duran fan super happy and jealous! And as always, there’s plenty of great indie music—thanks for listening!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
The RIAA 2024 Streaming Music Report
Losing library funding could hurt indie musicians and podcasters
10 year old meets a member of Duran Duran
MUSIC:
JAM NOW - Love Is A Treasure
Rachael Plays Guitar - N. 36th St. (feat. Killa Maus)
Mother Mother - Make Believe
Max Frost - Howlin'
The Hourglass Cats - Come Back
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Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Time: ~31 min.
It’s episode 51! This week coming to you from Rockville, Maryland, where I’m mostly just working and keeping the dog alive. On the show I’ve got some great indie tracks lined up, plus a look at the FCC’s latest move on public radio, some music history, a key marketing tip for artists, and some more good news. I think we need more good news lately. Thanks for listening!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
Public Radio being investigated by FCC
New bill seeks to prevent weaponization of the FCC
Netflix is thinking about adding podcasts
Prank on Pothole gets it fixed faster than complaining
MUSIC:
Luxthereal - Moments of Silence
Sunday Junkie - Holy Holy
Adam Sherman - Gratitude
Smitt E Smitty and the Fezztones - #1 Most Likely
3i Dragon - Shoot M.E.E.
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