I was happily listening to this podcast a couple years ago and one comment from Ari during one episode had had me completely stop listening (until I recently decided to give it another try) Over reaction? Perhaps. But also a testament to how incredibly powerful words can be to sensitive artist types like me working so hard at creating and believing in their Quixotic vision… the comment was something along the lines of telling artist that the one thing they should not do if they want to become successful is have kids. I had recently gotten news that my partner and I were unexpectedly expecting, and this felt like a real punch in the gut. Even though I know of a lot of artists who had kids while working on the beginning stages of their music careers. I myself am not a successful singer songwriter in that I don’t make a living off of it yet. But today, I can tell you I have never been as productive as well as happy with my music as since the birth of my daughter. Yet I still feel the need to seek out encouragement, an inspiration from others in the music industry. I’m so sick of this industry acting like having kids is worse than getting the plague and a couple artist friends I know who are on labels even felt the need to hide the fact they were becoming parents for fear of being dropped! Ari, I would encourage you to think of this along the same line that what you said in a brilliant recent show you hosted with Ni/Co, regarding people using the phrase “failed release.“ In fact! If you read this, I would love to see you do an episode (or a series!) On parenting in music. check out the website Parents In Jazz, for example. Of course, having kids is challenging at a high level, but that’s exactly why artists who our parents sometimes have incredible productivity hacks that could be an inspiration to all. And would be extremely reassuring and supportive for current parents to hear as they’re trying to make it to the next level of their music carriers. Thank you for reading!

Every episode is a learning experience for anyone in the modern music industry. I like to cherry pick episodes based on what I’m working on at the time, and there’s almost always something that helps me out or at least points me in the right direction. Thank you Ari!

Absolutely love this podcast. been listening for quite a long time and bought his book which is great. Now I really want to find the Ricky Montgomery episode! Ari is just awesome! I really want to go have a beer with him. or if you are ever in Santa Fe New Mexico I would love to show you around. Nial Connolly Singer songwriter on DistroKid because I heard about it from this podcast!

The interviews on the show provide great insight for emerging artists

i enjoy this type of podcast, but he doesn’t let people talk enough. he’s talking more than the person he’s interviewing.

Thanks to the trove of valuable information, I’ve been able to start my own company. Now XSTSound/HyMettus Woods sells a composition at least once a month and I’m pleased,now, with the amount I can ask and maintain publishing and masters. Thanks to Ari and the pod, I’m growing as a business and growing as an artist. Highly recommended.

It’s extremely annoying when the host does 80% of the talking and we never really get to go deep to hear the ideas of the guest. This host talks and talks and talks, and the guest end up just saying “uh huh” and “yah” when he manages to take a breath. It should be very obvious for a podcast host to know when to shut up and stay quiet and let the guest talk. But this host has a bad case of “ I love to hear myself talk.”

Ari asks the best questions to really get as much information as transparent as possible and it’s so helpful. I’m learning about the music biz from his interviews. And this biz is confusing!! Thank you Ari 🎼

There barely any black artists or entertainers interviewed. Ari doesn’t speak to the majority of artists; only the white people who work in the music business. I tried for years to get into this podcast but I need to Unsubscribe! Diversify your guests.

Ari is very professional as well as informative with regards to a variety of trends & necessary topics. I wish him the best & hope that he is able to continue successfully.

By far the most insightful and helpful podcast for musicians I’ve found. Thank you Ari!

I take an hour every day to listen to advice from Ari on his podcasts/YouTube channel about how I can improve the business side of my music. I’ve paid for two of his courses on Ari’s Take Academy and LOVE all the knowledge I’ve learned from him and the instructors that help him. 100% recommend Ari to anyone looking to “make it” in the music industry, whatever that looks like for you :)

This podcast is blowing my mind. As a songwriter who stepped away years ago and coming back to writing. This is the best music business podcast out there. If you aren’t listening. You are missing out!!!

This is the best podcast about the music industry- it has the most comprehensive info about all the various business aspects that no other podcast comes close to touching upon. Kudos.

Bro is asking all the right questions and has beneficial and priceless advice to impart on to the community. Every morning without fail, I plug my $300 air pod pros in to my ears and absorb. The whole world is going about there day, but for 1 whole hour, I am completely and utterly tuned into what ari has to say. Plus the dude has an enjoyable and pleasant voice, all the information is easily digestible and I am truly thankful bro.🙏🏼

Ari does an excellent job interviewing each of his guests, asking them the pressure point questions that were humming in the back of your mind ~ but didn’t make it to your consciousness. He is an excellent journalist & his years in this industry cut through the noise to what really matters. You can’t get this info anywhere else! Thank you Ari 👏🏻

Ari is today's top thought leader in this space, and whether you're a label artist or indie/DIY artist, keep listening. Keep this amazing content coming, Ari. Cheers

Ari’s a great host, selecting great guests and topics to discuss in the music industry! I discover something new each episode to actually implement in my music career. Thanks Ari for the hard work!

Read the book, catch up on the podcast, and get ready to take notes! Thank you Ari for all your work to help out musicians!

I’ve been making music for over twenty years. I’ve read dozens of dozens of books and periodicals. In all of my years of struggling to make it as an artist, I’ve learned more from Ari’s Take in just a few months than all of these years combined. Ari helps us navigate the constantly changing music business. He literally gives us the game.

Best music business podcast I’ve ever heard. The guests are amazing. One stop shop for all informational independent artists needs. If you are an aspiring music producer, music supervision, performing artist, songwriter, music publisher, music manager, and so many other aspects in the music business, this is the podcast for you. Keep up the great work♥️

I have thoroughly enjoyed these conversations. I’ve gone back to the beginning and working my way through all of them. The knowledge and quality can’t be overstated. Ari is such as asset to our community, and beyond. Ari, I’m a singer songwriter who has been making a consistent part-time living off of royalties since 2009 off of one Craigslist submission. I have taken time away for other careers but am reapplying myself as a songwriter, producer, collaborator. Your pod fortifies my belief in myself and my goal to make this my Full Time living. Cheers, Jennifer McNutt

The insight, knowledge, and guidance for making it in the new music business is imperative and it’s hard to find elsewhere, let alone done well. Bravo Ari & co. Hope we can collab somewhere down the line 🙌

He’s just posting reruns. Either post new content or take a break from posting. Ari used to feel like he was helping artists. Now he just talks over his guests, hogs speaking time on the podcasts, and feels money hungry and a bit like a scam artist preying on people who wants to get better and succeed.

Dear Ari, I wanted to reach out and express my gratitude for all of the time and effort you have gone through researching and revealing the ever evolving music business’s inherent trends and potential opportunities. Your heart cover (I said hard cover go Siri) and audiobook “Everything You Need To Know About The New Music Business” has directly impacted my debut album charting on billboard in 2018. Additionally, you’re down to earth and interactive podcast continues to pave the way with clarity for me while gearing up to release “Sensitive” on July 23rd. Sending you blessings of continued health happiness, success and all your hearts desires come true for the best. Thank you. Mayer Malik @mayermalik

I’m really thankful for all the hard, selfless work Ari has done to create this podcast and his book. Obviously years of research and experience goes into this show. In my experience, it’s the most current and comprehensive info out there for musicians and songwriters who need to make a paradigm shift to meet the changes in the music business today. Thanks Ari!

Ari has a great mix of interviews and is a very thought provoking, intelligent interviewer. Many podcasts tends to be self-promotional, but this podcast covers greater social and societal topics that impact is all. -Glenn Allen

Been listening for a few months now, and have been very grateful to get such a vast amount of information from Ari and his guests. Been reading Ari’s book “How to Make It in the New Music Business” too, and since the business is very fluid, this podcast is a great supplement. Thanks, Ari, for all you do, and hope to get to see you live someday! And loved “Like Home” 💕!

Nothing more to say. Great guests, great insight and perspective, great interview style. Ari is definitely very personable and seems to make his guests feel very comfortable during the interview, and willing to share things with listeners. Well worth the time!

Ari, thank you for caring about musicians and their livelihoods. The information you have provided in your book and through the conversations you share with your guests is invaluable. I’m a lifelong musician looking to finally make it my sole means to making my living and have you to thank for opening my eyes to the realities of the new music business. If we should ever cross paths, I owe you a huge hug, my brother. Peace Lu

You really don't need anything else. I can't get over how good this show is. Better and better every time. Ari, thanks for making the music business such a digestible, fun and insightful topic! ❤️❤️❤️

Ari is the man...like THE only one who makes it easy to know what to do in the changing music business. There are other good resources, but if I could only pick one, it would be Ari Herstand.

From his courses, to the book and now the podcast. Thank you Ari for you contribution to indie artists like me. ~Susan Erwin Prowse

I don't even know where to begin with expressing how unbelievably helpful this podcast has been for me as an artist. I've been telling every artist I know that they have to listen to this podcast and read Ari's book. Ari's doing so much incredible work to give artists a leg up in advocating for ourselves and navigating the wild world that is this new music business! Thanks so much Ari, really can't thank you enough <3

Super informative, inspiring and makes you feel less along in this crazy business

Avid pod listener but I’ve never written a review for a pod...this is an incredible podcast about the music business. Ari gives great insights into the industry. Strikes the perfect tone of explaining at a basic level then going deep. Wether your new to the industry or a seasoned professional, this podcast is very valuable as the industry continues to change daily! Thanks Ari!!

Ari gets to the heart of what we need to know in today’s industry. The conversations are insightful and engaging all the way through. There is no one giving the value Ari and The New Music Business bring is above and beyond anything else out there.

I’ve been in the business for 14 years and have promoted and produced over 2,500 shows at the highest level. Ari inspires me as an educator, manager, and student of the business! I love the book, the blog, and now his podcast too. He’s someone that’s totally genuine and in the business of serving his artists! Thank you, Ari for this show and for being a friend! 🙏🙏🎸🎶 Chris G.

Ari is a wealth of knowledge for the music community, and he genuinely cares about the artists he works with in his programs.

big thanks to Ari for his books, blog and now podcast! Also, extra grateful for his part in getting exemptions for musicians in CA AB5! He is relentless and cares about the music community in a real way.

This podcast is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about the music business and hear great stories from successful people in all areas of it. Ari is a great host and interviewer. Highly recommend!

I am SO glad Ari’s finally doing a podcast! I’ve been waiting on this since I first caught wind of him almost 2 years ago. His knowledge and deep dives into all things music-biz related is invaluable, in his books and now in his podcast. He breaks everything down and reiterates his guest’s points, giving the listener a solid understanding of the topic. He also throws in anecdotes and humor which is entertaining, and after each episode I get impatient waiting for the next. Rock on, Ari. You’re like the Terry Gross of the music biz podcasts!! 😎

As with everything Ari puts out, the New Music Business podcast is a great no frills, to the point resource for independent DIY musicians. His articles and book have helped me tremendously and I'm excited to have another one of his publications at my disposal!

The best advice for Indies. Ari is exactly who I need as a new Indie Artist looking for factual information to point me in the right direction. He walks the talk and he truly cares about helping YOU. Buy the book. Subscribe to the podcast. Thank me later.

I have Ari’s book “How to make it in the new Music Business” in audio format and I’m constantly going to his blog “Ari’s Take” so I’m ecstatic that he’s starting this podcast!

Loved Ari’s book then found this podcast and it is absolutely a blessing! Praise be for this podcast🙌🏾

Ari’s great at giving indie artists a clear look at how they can be doing more to help themselves succeed in the music business. This podcast is the next step in looking in-real-time at what’s working for independent musicians. 👏

The only source that seems to actually break down topics after topics in a way that is interpretable for an average music maker.

I read Ari's book (1st edition) and gained tons of valuable insight into the modern music business. This podcast seems like it'll be a great new source of knowledge and inspiration for indie artists--or signed artists, for that matter. I enjoy his interviewing style and so far his guests have been super informative.

Extremely informative!