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
7 days ago
7 days ago
Time: ~ 52 min.
It's Episode 38, apparently brought to you by the letter 'M!' I’m back after a brief break to share some updates and excellent indie music. November has been a tough month so far with some personal loss, but I’ve also been busy with positive projects. You’ll hear great tracks from artists like Turn Zero, Jennifer Tefft, and Astral Bazaar, along with music news, history, and your weekly promo tip. Good stuff, hope you think so too!
LINKS:
Beatles nominated for two Grammys thanks to AI
Oasis cancels thousands of third party tickets
Meta CEO not personally liable for harming children with social media
Morgan Wallen foundation donates musical instruments to students
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MUSIC:
Turn Zero - Tell Me
Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Shoulda Known Better
Martin Moran - Wish I Could Find A Way
Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures - Goodbye
Canyons and Locusts - Anna Save A Life
Gretchen Shae and the Middle Eight - Heroes Shouldn't Be Villains
Astral Bazaar - Cast A Shadow Upon The Lizard's Eye
Max Frost - Paranoia
Palais Ideal - The Voice of Reason
Voter Education Guide - Always A War
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Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Time: 1 hour
It's Episode 37! Happy Halloween! This week I have an extra-spooooky playlist featuring 14 tracks from indie artists like Lab Rats, Parlor Bells, and Fairy Bones. Less talk from me so I can play extra music! I still have music history and a marketing tip for ya, but it's all about the music this week!
LINKS:
Lost ghost story from Bram Stoker found
MUSIC:
Lab-Rats - Halloween
Bear Ghost - Necromancin' Dancin'
Chrome Rhino - Zombie Vision
Parlour Bells - Slasher Movie Weather
Paper Foxes - The Gallows
The Health & Rifle Club - Masquerade
The Zellots - Blades
Fairy Bones - Notes From Wonderland
Harper and the Moths - Somebody's Watching Me
MRCH - Dark Days and Disco
Amanda Meli - Slipping Away
The Bellwethers - Haunted
Hans Olson - Something Bad
Ali A and the Agency - Ebenezer
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Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Time: ~53 min.
It's episode 36! This week we are showcasing dark wave beats and indie music treats. Also featuring music from Branjae, Paper Foxes, and Basic Elements. I have music news for you too, including the return of the Vans Warped Tour and Spotify's new integration with Instagram. I've also got your music history and some nerdy news too! Enjoy!
LINKS:
30th Anniversary of Warped Tour
Listen to Creatives Prevail interview with Kevin Lyman
FCC to fine ESPN for violating emergency alert tone
FTC announces new "click-to-cancel" rule
Instagram/Spotify integration allows you to add music right from Stories
Apple AirPods hearing aid function is actually pretty neat
MUSIC:
Branjae - Release
Basic Elements - Hide (Nite Mix)
Looking Glass War - Adamatine Chain Gang
Paper Foxes - All That You Get For Free
Tomorrow's Problem - Not For Long
CooBee Coo - Eyes That Kill (Happy 35 Fervor Records!)
The Wiley One - Let Him Fly
The Frequency Principle - False Pretenses
Amanda Meli - My Twin Flame
Dorsten - Head Over Heels
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Time: ~49min.
Episode 35 is here, albeit a little late! I’m sharing some awesome new indie tracks from artists like Artikal Sound System and Near Beer, while also catching you up on my fall adventures here in New England. I dive into music industry news, a handy Facebook marketing tip to help you fight off spam, a look back at some iconic moments in music history, and some good news too. Plus, I’m teasing my upcoming Halloween episode!
LINKS:
Apple and Amazon strike deal to sell Apple TV through Prime
First company to use upgraded Apple Wallet is Ticketmaster
Green Day releases "demastered" items to celebrate Dookie 30th anniversary
The Internet Archive suffers hack
AI song covers gaining popularity on YouTube
CBD from hemp kills mosquitoes
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MUSIC:
Artikal Sound System - Self-Sabotage
Adam Sherman - Pure As Yours
Tasteless Jack - Weather (featuring Skip von Kuske)
Telquist - Like It Was
Thrift Bakery - He Said, No
People Who Could Fly - Dizzy Edge
Near Beer - Pax Americana
Count Zero - Overthinking
Falsely Accused - Witches
The Brother Stereo - The Ballad of the Washed Up (and Seemingly Forgotten)
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Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Time: ~48min.
It's Episode 34! The New England Music Awards are November 10, and daily voting for artists nominated ends October 11. So other than the opening song, the episode features artists who are nominated for awards. Good luck to all the bands who have been nominated this year! Plus I have music news, history, a promo/marketing tip and a little nerdy news right out of SciFi for you! Enjoy and thanks for listening.
LINKS:
Long-lost Mozart string composition discovered
Public Radio Music Day receives official recognition
Fans find their Ticketmaster tix disappearing from their accounts
StubHub accused of selling Oasis tickets before they went on sale
Brain implant lets people with ALS & mobility issues control Amazon Alexa with their minds
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MUSIC:
Mill's End - The Devil In Man
Tiger Bomb - Can't Go Back
Arrows of Athena - Insanity
Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Paper Cut
Lovina Falls - Vaulted
Jean Paul Jean Paul - Jai alai
Battlemode - Playlist
Already Dead - Something Like A War
Morgan Alyse - Got 40
Other Brother Darryl - Sometimes
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Time ~30 min.
Episode 33! You will hear the second part of my chat with KZ from The Bellwethers, which covers more about what it means to be a part of the Recording Academy and a voting member. A few awesome indie tunes for you too! Thanks for listening- share the love!
LINKS:
Threats & Opportunities for The Songwriter Community: https://www.grammy.com/news/watch-2024-songwriters-composers-wing-town-hall-panels
Recording Academy Membership: https://members.recordingacademy.com/s/?language=en_US
The next Bandcamp Friday is 10/4!
MUSIC:
Ghost Moone - How You Feeling
The Bellwethers - Magic Water
Parlour Bells - Knight Owl
Aaron Noble - Surfacing
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Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Time: ~30min.
Episode 32! This week I have an interview for you with my friend KZ from The Bellwethers, who happens to be an Advocate for the Recording Academy. Music Advocacy Day is happening on Tuesday October 1st, a day advocates meet with legislators regarding important topics for musicians to help protect their interests in this ever-changing world of streaming and technology. You'll learn what it means to be an advocate, what important topics are at the top of the list this year, and how you can get involved.
LINKS:
Music Advocacy Day https://www.recordingacademy.com/advocacy/news/recording-academy-music-advocacy-day-2024
Music Advocacy Action (templates to write to local legislators by issue): https://www.recordingacademy.com/advocacy/act
Threats & Opportunities for The Songwriter Community: https://www.grammy.com/news/watch-2024-songwriters-composers-wing-town-hall-panels
Recording Academy Membership: https://members.recordingacademy.com/s/?language=en_US
MUSIC:
Jennifer Tefft & the Strange - Going Out
The Bellwethers - Looking Glass
Sara Robinson - Queen
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Time: ~54 min.
Episode 31! Cover so much in this episode- music news, history, your promo tip and even some good news! Plus 11 songs from indie bands all over the world. You even get me trying to play lyrical gangsta... and fail. Enjoy and don't judge me too harshly.
LINKS:
Jane's Addiction cancels tour after a little scuffle onstage
Compton business owners claim to lose thousands when Kendrick Lamar shot video
Bandcamp Friday is coming up October 4!
Docs in Mass. can now prescribe culture through new art pharmacy program
Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch!
MUSIC:
Charming Arson - Subway
Basic Elements - Hide (live at Last Exit Live)
Dream Prescription - Star Size
Dead End Finland - Adrenaline
The Brothers Stereo - Time in History
Battlemode - Just Pretend
Damndest - My Heaven
The Grand Pricks - Manbaby
Franco O'Malley - The Coffee Song
Other Brother Darryl - Sometimes
The Motor Control - Last December
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Time: ~42 min.
Hey it's episode 30! Not too shabby being the 37th week of the year. I have some great new tunes from all over the globe to share, nothing dirty about that! Though we do talk about a very dirty deed in music news, dirty dancing in music history, and I dish some dirt in your marketing tip this week.
LINKS:
$10 million dollar music-streaming fraud indictment
Where do different generations search online?
MUSIC:
Joey Wit - Leave It To Me
Sliced Limes - Hit Mule
Sun-Pinned Leaves - See Y'all Later
Glass Apple Bonzai - The Sound of Love
Adam Bruce - What a Nice Way To Travel
Travels With Brindle - Tryouts For The Human Race (Sparks cover)
Super Glue Anxiety - Celtic Jazz
Black Viiolet - Forever Blue
Mouse Powell - The Score
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Time: ~24 min.
Yep- it's a short episode this week, but I've got company! I explain. :) I do have 5 awesome tracks for ya, a little music news and your marketing tip for the week.
LINKS:
Green Day and 7Eleven team up?
Fender offering certified pre-owned guitars
Social Media attention is changing, what to do?
MUSIC:
Upsahl - Tears on the dancefloor
This Modern - Alive
Prefect - Falling
Phathoms - Pictorial Blue
Sydney Sprague (featuring Kevin Devine) - i tried my best
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Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/