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
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
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
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.
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
It’s #50! A special all-covers edition to celebrate this milestone. I share what I’ve been up to, some music news, marketing tip and some actual feel-good news. Thanks for listening and supporting—here’s to the next 50 episodes!
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
Fyre Fest is happening again... but the location doesn't know about it and there is no lineup
YouTube passes 1 billion monthly podcast viewers
105 year old celebrates with a rave in her care home
MUSIC:
Derek D'Acoustic - Pompeii (Bastille)
Smitt E Smitty & the Fezztones - Rebel Rebel (David Bowie)
Bear Ghost - Hot To Go (Chappell Roan)
Carol Pacy and the Honey Shakers - Wild Boys (Duran Duran)
Birds and Arrows/Weekend Lovers - Kiss On My List (Hall & Oates)
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Time: ~33 min.
It’s episode 49! This week I share updates on some recent events, including the first artist spotlight at Diamond Hearts Art studio, a collaboration with Sound Bites Events. I highlight some great new indie music, along with some interesting music industry news, music history for the week and your marketing tip! Enjoy and share the love!
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
Universal Music Group establishes a mental health fund for the music industry
TikTok highlights its impact on the music industry
MTV Unplugged classics coming to Paramount+
Nerdy Science News: Music makes us move even when we don't like it
MUSIC:
The Joeys - I Am Hanging On
Other Brother Darryl - Watch The Trees
Black Viiolet - Don't Leave Me On The Dance Floor
Dream Prescription - Out Of My Head
Beach Bunny - Tunnel Vision
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Time: ~1 hour. Also, this show is EXPLICITY EXPLICIT!
Episode 48! A special episode for you this week, I recently had an awesome chat with two friends and musicians, Chelsey and Daphne from Arizona band Fairy Bones. Not only was it great to catch up with them, I’m super excited about the re-mastered special release of their second album 0% Fun, which they are calling 0% Fun- WORSE. They are releasing it Sunday February 23rd, 6 years after the original release and show.
We chat about the band’s beginnings, and then we talk about the album, the reasons why for re-releasing and also dive into a little marketing and promo chat. I’ll also sprinkle some songs from the album throughout, including a tune from Daphne’s band Daphne and the Glitches. AND you’ll hear this show’s theme song in its entirety- such a great track. BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE- a sneak preview of a new remix of 8 Ball! I had a blast chatting with them, and I hope you have a blast 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
MUSIC:
Fairy Bones - Pink Plastic Cups
Fairy Bones - Look Good For The Radio
Fairy Bones - Bullsh*t UR A Nice Guy
Daphne + The Glitches - Power Shifter
Fairy Bones - 8 Ball Remix (sneaky preview!)
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Time: ~34 min.
It’s Episode 47! I felt bad skipping last week’s show, but I’m back with all the great content I had planned last week, with a couple of updates. This week, I talk about celebrating the one-year anniversary of Otter River Pub’s reopening and their open mic night, plus an exciting new event collab I’m working on with new sponsor Sound Bites Events at a cool art studio near me. Plus music- wonderful new indie music!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
February 13 is World Radio Day! Yes, it's a real thing.
Music streaming trends into 2025
The Beatles won a Grammy 55 years after breaking up
Chappell Roan uses Best New Artist speech to call out music industry on health care
Kid Rock has a toddler fit, storms offstage when crowd didn't clap enough
Piano tuner fixes grand piano in Chicago's O'Hare airport
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
MUSIC:
Adios Fatso - WTF
Ghost on TV - Drained
Aaron Noble - Under The Radar
Withering Heat - Love My Addictions
Falsely Accused - Castaway
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Time: ~31 min.
It’s Episode 46! This week I dive into the latest music industry news, including Paul McCartney’s concerns about AI, and the return of Bandcamp Fridays. Featuring an incredible lineup of indie artists like Camille Sledge and Black Viiolet, this episode also delivers a dose of music history, marketing tips for musicians and creatives, and a discussion on the 2025 Oscar nominations. Tune in for promotion insights, artist spotlights, and all things independent!
LINKS:
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
Paul McCartney doesn't want AI to rip off artists
Spotify and UMG reach a deal for superfan subscriptions
Bandcamp Fridays are back in 2025!
Full list of Oscar nominations
Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics
MUSIC:
Camille Sledge - Warriors
Black Viiolet - Never Know
Patty Keough - I Love The Boys
The Frequency Principle - False Pretenses
Damndest - Until You're Free
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Time: ~39 min.
Episode 45! This week I share some amazing indie tracks from artists like Daphne and the Glitches and Canyons + Locusts, along with music news, a bit of history, and marketing tips. I talk about navigating the changes in social media, the TikTok situation, and how to keep your music or brand thriving. Plus, I highlight some local cultural projects I’m excited about and end with a fun story that is literally from out of this world. Enjoy and share the love!
LINKS:
FireAid Benefit concert Jan 30th for LA Wildfire recovery
Music AI receives funding for ethical AI
TikTok is down and then back again
Car windshield smashed by meteorite
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
MUSIC:
Daphne and the Glitches - Outgoing Male
Canyons + Locusts - Day of the Canyon
Gurgles - See Right Through
Patty Keough - Watching The World
Harrison Fjord - Boondoggle
Vini Vicious - Soda Pop
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Time: ~30 min.
Episode 44! This week, I share some great new indie tracks, music news, and history highlights, along with tips on engaging your community. I talk about radio’s importance in the California wildfires, the music industry’s vinyl and streaming boom, and a new music foundation in the UK. Also, I announce the winner of the drawing for a shirt from the merch store! WooHOO!
LINKS:
Radio keeps California informed amid wildfires
The music industry sees a surge in growth and sales
Edison Research highlights top ten audio insights of 2024
Ed Sheeran launches music education foundation
Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists
MUSIC:
Lisa Barca - Beauty and Brains
The Woodworks - Threat
Brad Marino - Not Foolin' Me
Garret Vandermolen - Walk A Million Miles
Temple Mountain - Grateful
Lovina Falls - Too Bright To Burn
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
Episode 43! Happy New Year! I’m kicking off 2025 with all new indie music, some music news, and reflections on the past year. You’ll hear great tracks from artists like Carol Pacey and the Honey Shakers and Happy Little Clouds, along with a look back at some moments in music history. I also share a marketing tip to help you navigate changes in Meta and you can also enter a fun trivia contest for a chance to win a t-shirt. As always, I’m so grateful for your support and excited for what this year has in store for indie music!
LINKS:
Indie artist Chance The Rapper goes diamond
Neil Young changes mind on boycotting Glastonbury
Prince, Frankie Valli receiving lifetime achievement Grammy's
MUSIC:
Carol Pacey and the Honey Shakers - Lucky You
Happy Little Clouds - Higher
Broken Baby - So Pointless
Morgan Alyse - Lead for Bones
Ron Carlson - The Apartment
The Black Moods - Circles
Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com
Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/