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 Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
It’s Episode 71! This week I’m breaking down Apple Music’s new playlist transfer tool, the growing Spotify exodus, and the latest battles over arts funding. I’ll also share the story of Fitchburg’s new arts housing project—and of course, some fresh indie tracks including my Pick of the Week.
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Apple Music now lets you import playlists from other streaming services
New Hampshire arts groups face double budget blow with state slashing funding by 90%
Fitchburg MA cuts ribbon on affordable housing for artists
Propstore auctioning off Darth Vader's light saber
MUSIC:
Little Billy Lost - Tonight
Mermaid Riot - Beauty and Brains
Lovina Falls - In The Corner
Say She She - Disco Life
Crow Follow - Golden Days
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Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Time: ~26 min.
It’s Episode 70- wow! This week I’m talking about some big shifts in the music world- and yep it centers around AI. YouTube low-key using AI to alter creator videos without asking, and the rise of fake AI-generated albums being released under real artists’ names. I’ll also share a few tracks including my Pick of the Week. And to end on a high note, I’ve got a heartwarming story about Christian Bale building a new community to help foster kids in California.
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YouTube uses AI to alter creator videos without their permission
AI fraud using real musicians to release music
Christian Bale building homes for foster children
MUSIC:
The Ghouls - Game
Ruby Grove - Maybe It's Time
The Bellwethers - Turn The Lights Out
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Time: ~34 min.
It’s Episode 69 (nice!) I’ve got a ton to share with you. I’m bringing you fresh indie tracks from five awesome artists— one which will be my Pick of the Week. In music news, I’ll break down the FTC’s lawsuit against a ticket reseller accused of exploiting Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, and I’ll explain BMI’s landmark settlement that (hopefully) means higher radio royalties for songwriters and publishers. I’ll also take you through some big music history moments—from the birth of hip-hop to Beatles milestones—share a marketing tip to help you protect your fans’ data, and of course talk about the wild Las Vegas story now being called “Beibergate.” What happened? Listen and find out!
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FTC Sues Ticket Reseller for evading ticket purchase limits
BMI secures largest rate increase for radio royalties
Fake Justin Bieber takes over Vegas nightclub
MUSIC:
Steve Geraci - Save Yourself
Celebration Guns - Post Colossus
The Ringer Soundtrack - In Real Time
Ali A an the Agency - Cheat Meal
Jane N' The Jungle - Parasite
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Time: ~34 min.
It’s Episode 68! This week I dive into a packed episode full of music news, and indie gems. I kick things off with a personal update (smoky skies and chili cookoffs, anyone?), then the headlines: Dropkick Murphys pull out of Punk in the Park over political donations, TikTok launches new tools to boost songwriter visibility, and Amazon shakes up its podcasting division—again. Plus, I have a marketing tip for musicians, spotlight five standout indie tracks including Rachael Plays Guitar, The Kowalskis, and Martin Moran, and wrap it all up with some good news from the world of YouTube philanthropy. Whether you're here for the music, the marketing, or the scene energy— I have something for you.
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Greater Gardner Chamber Silent Auction
Dropkick Murphy's drop Punk in the Park Fest
New feature from TikTok to benefit musicians
Amazon leaning in on video podcasts
Even the Grateful Dead are too *HIGH* in their pricing
YouTuber raises 11 million for charity by visiting 50 AirBnB's in 50 days
MUSIC:
Rachael Plays Guitar - Cool Kids (preview!)
Morgan Alyse - Misty Mountains
Jon Chesbro - One Last Dance
The Kowalskis - 100% Fun
Martin Moran - The More You Ignore Me
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Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Time: ~38 min.
It’s Episode 67! I have returned after a short break with updates on some new collaborations, including work with a local business incubator and the Greater Gardner Chamber of Commerce. I have some thoughts on the value of showing up in person.
In music news, I talk about the surprising resurgence of rock in the streaming era, the latest on FireAid’s $100 million wildfire relief efforts, and the backlash over Paul McCartney’s sky-high ticket prices.
You’ll also hear fresh tracks from Ghost Moone, Paper Foxes, The Chelsea Curve, Valerie Newman, and an exclusive early release from Painting Fences. Plus, I have a new “Pick of the Week” segment- which artist will it be?
Stick around for this week’s music marketing tip, a powerful safety innovation in our good news segment, and why I say it’s time to pay indie artists like you do local restaurants.
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Greater Gardner Chamber Silent Auction
Rock Music Revival in the Streaming Era
FireAid defends their fund distrubution
Paul McCartney insane ticket prices
Temporary tattoo could prevent drink spiking
MUSIC:
Ghost Moone - Everybody's Saying I Should Be Somewhere
Paper Foxes - Ritual
The Chelsea Curve - Kindawanna
Valerie Newman - It Feels Right **SCENE MOM'S PICK OF THE WEEK**
Painting Fences - Self-Righteous Assertions
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Thursday Jul 17, 2025
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
Time: ~33 min.
It’s Episode 66! This week I’m talking about Spotify’s weak crackdown on AI bands, a wild theft on Beyoncé’s tour, and why big music festivals could be losing steam. Plus, I share your marketing tip of the week, a cool story about using old TV’s to make music, and always, some excellent indie tracks you need to hear. Join me and share the love!
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AI fake band gets a Spotify crack-down (sort of)
AI along with radio helps consumers decide to purchase
Unreleased Beyonce music stolen from choreographer rental car
Musician turns vintage TVs into unique percussion instruments
MUSIC:
The Far Out - Funkadelic Gas
Say She She - Cut and Rewind
Electric Sol - Little Old Me
Happy Little Clouds - Liar Fire
gunshots or fireworks - Aces
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Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Time: ~31 min.
It’s Episode 65! I’ve got a lot to say this week (I mean, I do every week.) I’m breaking down some big music news, including the strange rise of an AI-generated band and why I’m not here for it. I also dig into the new HITS Act that just passed—finally some good news for independent artists, but at what cost? Plus, Fyre Fest is back in the headlines (yep), and Devo is getting a documentary treatment. I’m also sharing some music history highlights, a quick marketing tip, and as always, some fantastic music from several indie bands. Let’s go!
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HITS Act passes with Budget Bill
AI band passes a million Spotify listeners with boost from fake spokesperson
Devo has a documentary coming to Netflix
MUSIC:
Bear Ghost - Sirens
Hotel Saturn - As Long As It Lasts
Jon Chesbro - Choices
Foxy - Last Night
People Who Could Fly - Dizzy Edge
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Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Time: ~35 min.
It’s Episode 64! This week we’re talking about Instagram’s new Spotify feature for Stories, plus a major court ruling that could reshape how AI interacts with copyrighted material—musicians, this one matters to you. I also dive into the local love happening in my town of Winchendon. You'll hear some amazing new tracks from indie artists around the world—not a single one from Phoenix or Boston this time! Plus, I’ve got your weekly music history rundown, a marketing tip that will make you rethink your ad budget, and a sweet dose of nostalgia with news about Steve from Blue’s Clues. Let’s get into it!
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Instagram improves sharing from Spotify
Buskers in Quebec City can only sing in French
Judge rules work under copyright can be used to train AI
Steve from Blues Clues is starting a podcast!
Radio and Podcast Ads drive store visits and purchases
MUSIC:
Improvement Movement - The Knife
Sour Ops - Be My Secret
Hyperstereo - Runners
World News - Don't Want To Know
Blake Rave - After Midnight
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Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Time: ~32 min.
It’s episode 63 and this week I’m sweating it out in New England with some new cool indie tracks, music news, and one seriously bizarre AI love story. I cover the scary reports out of France’s Fête de la Musique, updates on Spotify’s shady subscription changes, and the potential shutdown of New Hampshire’s arts council. Plus, your weekly marketing tip, and some fun music history. Let’s dive in!
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145 people hurt by syringes at music festivals in France
New Hampshire voting on eliminating Arts Council
Spotify under FTC investigation
Man with girlfriend and 2 year old child proposes to his AI chatbot
MUSIC:
The Ghouls - Pocket of Gold
Peppermint Kicks - Radio Wam Bam Boom
The Hourglass Cats - Come Back
The Far Out - Laurel
Derek Smith & the Cosmic Vultures - Indie Darling
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Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
It’s Episode 62! On the show this week: Timbaland faces backlash over an AI-generated beat, indie artists call out unfair streaming practices, and Nick Jonas is set to play Paul Stanley in the upcoming KISS biopic. Plus, music history highlights, a smart marketing tip for social media, and new tracks from artists from one coast of the USA to the other. Thanks for listening!
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Timbaland stole an indie musician's beat to train AI
IMPALA report warns independent artists being pushed out by two-tier streaming system
91% of drivers rely on local radio for breaking news, weather, and traffic
A Jo-Bro lined up to play Paul Stanley of KISS in new biopic
MUSIC:
Broken Baby - So Pointless
Lovina Falls - Light and Low
Crow Follow - Fold Like Money
Dutch Holly - Phoenix
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