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Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Saskhia Menendez & Guests

143 episodes

1 month ago

Send us a text In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, Saskhia Menendez speaks with Daddy B a jazz recording artist, producer, and sound visionary whose career spans more than two decades. With six projects released under his name and collaborations with artists worldwide, Daddy B has dedicated his life to creating music that blends sound and color frequencies, connecting hearts with the divine and inspiring positive change. From his influences like Grover Washington Jr., David...

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Send us a text In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, Saskhia Menendez speaks with Daddy B a jazz recording artist, producer, and sound visionary whose career spans more than two decades. With six projects released under his name and collaborations with artists worldwide, Daddy B has dedicated his life to creating music that blends sound and color frequencies, connecting hearts with the divine and inspiring positive change. From his influences like Grover Washington Jr., David...

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Entertainment News

Entrepreneurship,

Music Interviews

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Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Daddy B: Blending Colors of Sound – Jazz, Healing, and a Life in Music

Send us a text In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, Saskhia Menendez speaks with Daddy B a jazz recording artist, producer, and sound visionary whose career spans more than two decades. With six projects released under his name and collaborations with artists worldwide, Daddy B has dedicated his life to creating music that blends sound and color frequencies, connecting hearts with the divine and inspiring positive change. From his influences like Grover Washington Jr., David...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Trans, Talented & Trailblazing: The Many Worlds of Jennifer Knight

Send us a text Jennifer Knight is a proudly trans, multidisciplinary powerhouse whose career spans creativity, entrepreneurship, education, and hands-on innovation. Based between Toronto and the United States, Jennifer has built a life defined by reinvention and resilience. She is a filmmaker, guitar teacher, management consultant, entrepreneur, and English-as-a-Second-Language teacher — embodying the true spirit of a Jill-of-All-Trades. Her professional experience is remarkably diverse. Jen...

1 month ago

25 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

The Day Everything Changed: How Michael Gilas Fought His Way Back to Music

Send us a text There are moments in life that divide everything into before and after. For American singer-songwriter Michael Gilas, that moment came in 2021 when a horseback riding accident left him with a broken neck and unable to perform. Yet what could have ended his story instead became the beginning of his most powerful chapter. Confined to a bed and forced to relearn the use of his hands, Michael refused to surrender. Using only his thumbs, he began composing melodies and lyrics small...

1 month ago

24 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Peace, Love & Rock ’n’ Roll: Inside the World of Dain Norman

Send us a text In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, host Saskhia Menendez sits down with singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Dain Norman — a modern rock storyteller whose journey reads like a classic American odyssey. Born in Florida and shaped by the sounds of the 50s, 60s, and 70s, Dain spent his early twenties traveling as a musical vagabond, performing on street corners, taking odd jobs, and joining bands across the American South. His path eventually l...

1 month ago

25 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

From St. Louis to New York: The Global Jazz Legacy of Ronnie Burrage

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, host Saskhia Menendez welcomes the legendary Ronnie Burrage world-renowned drummer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and professor at CUNY Brooklyn College for an in-depth and inspiring conversation straight from New York City. With over 52 years of professional performance and a discography spanning more than 170 recordings, Ronnie’s influence on the international jazz scene is undeniable. He shares his ...

1 month ago

30 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Hustle & Vision: Stephen Hudson on Music, Media, and Innovation

Send us a text Stephen “Hustle” Hudson is a Washington, D.C. native and innovative force in music, television, and entertainment business. He holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Maryland and a Master’s in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University. With over a decade of experience in the music and television industries, Hudson is the founder of GameOnRecords and Level3 Media & Entertainment. He is currently producing Viral Stardom, a groundbreaking T...

2 months ago

21 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Kripa: Second Chapter – Embracing Passion, Growth & Music

Send us a text Kripa’s journey has always been about healing, bridging the worlds of science and art. As a board-certified child neurologist, she cared for families in their most vulnerable moments, finding purpose at the crossroads of medicine and humanity. Yet music, her first language, has always been her true compass. From childhood, singing was both her anchor and her dream. Years of vocal training once painted a future on stage, but when it came time to choose, she followed medicine, an...

2 months ago

22 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Building Empowered Artists: Inside Intercept Music with Jesse Flores

Send us a text This week on Music Industry Insights Worldwide, we sit down with Jesse Flores, Vice President of Artist and Label Partnerships at Intercept Music — a seasoned music executive with over two decades of experience shaping the business of independent artistry. From his early days at Universal Music Group and PolyGram Group Distribution to leadership roles at EMI/Capitol Music Group, Lyric Financial, and Virgin Music Group, Jesse has built a career dedicated to empowering artists an...

2 months ago

32 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Musicianary: Stephen Michael Niewind on Music, Ministry, and Mission

Send us a text On this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, we reconnect with local Christian musician Stephen Michael Niewind, who calls himself a “musicianary” — a musician on a mission from God. First interviewed in 2012, Stephen shares how his faith and music have shaped a lifelong journey of ministry and performance. Hear Stephen talk about: His musical beginnings in church and school choirs. Performing original songs and collaborations with heart and purpose. Career highlights,...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Sonic & Visual Alchemy: Robert Alexander on Audio, Design, and Multi-Sensory Brand Experiences

Send us a text On this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, we sit down with Robert Alexander, renowned Audio Alchemist and Founder, alongside a multi-dimensional creative professional specializing in graphic design, sound design, and music wellness. Together, they explore how sound, design, and wellness converge to create immersive, multi-sensory experiences for luxury brands and forward-thinking companies. Robert and our guest share insights on: Crafting bespoke audio branding and ...

3 months ago

17 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Artist Development Unlocked with David from Dcypher Studios

Send us a text The term “artist development” gets thrown around a lot in the music industry — but what does it really mean? Building a sustainable music career takes more than just talent. It requires strategy, relationships, community, and a deep understanding of the business behind the art. Hosted by David, founder of Dcypher Studios and former musician turned music marketing creative, Artist Development Unlocked pulls back the curtain on what it takes to thrive in today’s music industry. W...

3 months ago

19 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

The Terry Gresham Experience: Music, Performance & Entertainment Stories

Send us a text At the age of 3, Terry Gresham’s mother overheard him singing a jingle at the dinner table and told him to stop. Luckily, he never did. A native of Buffalo, NY, Terry has grown into a powerhouse singer, songwriter, producer, band leader, and event host whose career has taken him from church stages to weddings, corporate galas, international projects, and collaborations with Grammy-winning artists. The Terry Gresham Experience podcast invites you into his world of live music, pe...

3 months ago

34 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

The Tim Wolf Sessions: Stories, Songs & Second Chances

Send us a text Tim Wolf is a Billboard-charting romantic rebel, singer-songwriter, and guitarist creating alternative music for those who believe in second chances. From humble beginnings on a South Dakota farm to chasing his dream in Nashville, Tim’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and the healing power of music. On The Tim Wolf Sessions, Tim shares his story and the stories of others who, like him, have faced setbacks but found the courage to pursue what they love. From working o...

3 months ago

25 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Mogul Mindset with None illa

Send us a text Welcome to Mogul Mined with None illa — the podcast where music, motivation, and marketing collide to inspire growth and greatness. Hosted by None illa , an author, artist, songwriter, creative strategist, and aspiring music mogul, this show goes beyond surface-level conversations. With a background rooted in overcoming adversity, None illa has transformed pain into purpose and words into weapons of empowerment. Through his Mogul Mined movement, he’s on a mission to guide other...

3 months ago

30 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Rising with Billy Holley: From Royal Stages to a Powerful Debut

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with songwriter, composer, and emerging artist Billy Holley to explore the journey behind his inspiring debut single Rising. With a background that includes performances at the Royal Albert Hall, Windsor Castle, and the O2 Arena, Billy has built a foundation of discipline and artistry shaped by his time with the Band of the Household Cavalry and the Band of the Royal Marines. Now stepping forward as a solo artist, Billy is earning praise from indust...

3 months ago

22 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Sovereign Being: From Basement Beginnings to Cosmic Grooves

Send us a text Sovereign Being is a band forged through resilience, creativity, and a relentless passion for music. Since their inception, the group has seen lineup changes—rotating through multiple drummers and experimenting with additional members—but at its heart, the inseparable union of Chase and Jayel has always defined the band’s spirit. Their very first single, “Bartender,” was born in Jayel’s basement and set the tone for their raw, DIY beginnings. Over time, the band worked with sev...

4 months ago

36 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Don Dada -South African Reggae & Hip-Hop Artist on Music, Mandela & African Culture

Send us a text Menelik Nesta Gibbons aka Don Dada is a multi-Platinum Reggae-Hip Hop artist and Voting Member of the Recording Academy®, the esteemed organization behind the GRAMMY Awards®. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Don Dada is recognized for breaking boundaries between reggae, hip-hop, and African consciousness, using music as both art and activism. Accolades include: First South African signed to Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong International DistributionCommissioned by MTN & Content C...

4 months ago

31 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Skye Antoniou — Simplifying Success in the Creative Industry

Send us a text Why do 80% of creative service businesses fail within their first two years? In this episode, we uncover the answer with Skye, a former Creative Director and Head of Creative turned strategic simplifier for service-based founders and freelancers. With over 12 years in the industry and 100s of deep conversations under her belt, Skye has seen the patterns that keep talented creatives stuck, burnt out, or barely surviving. Now, she helps them flip the script—simplifying their app...

4 months ago

17 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

A Family Affair — Kishore & Shaarini Aenugu on Music, AI, and Creative Legacy from India

Send us a text In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we sit down with Kishore Kumar Aenugu and his daughter Shaarini Reddy Aenugu—a creative duo breathing new life into songwriting across generations. Kishore, a former songwriter in Telugu and Hindi, rekindled his passion after discovering the power of AI-generated music—reviving lyrics written over 20 years ago and creating over 50 new songs since. His daughter, Shaarini, now nearly 14, has been writing her own music in English, drawi...

4 months ago

21 minutes

Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Dray-10 — Reality Rap & Reinvention

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dray-10, the dynamic lyricist hailing from Killeen, Texas and shaped by the streets of Toledo, Ohio. From his early days with Atlanta’s The Undergrads to winning the 2016 iStandard and spitting fire on the XXL Cypher, Dray-10 has carved a path all his own. Known as “Poseidon” for his fluid, ever-evolving flow, Dray-10 blends the introspection of J. Cole, the storytelling of Common, the smooth delivery of Drake, and the poetic finesse of Wale. ...

4 months ago

38 minutes