There Might Be A New TikTok Soon

It looks like one of my yearly predictions might not come true. Recently it’s been reported that Chinese holding company ByteDance is finally selling TikTok to a consortium of U.S. investors. The announcement sounds good on the surface, but as you dig into the details it looks like it will less ideal for everyone, including […]

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My Music Business Predictions For 2026 On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, I look at what the future really holds for music in 2026? In this solo episode I first look back on my predictions last year and how they landed. Then I deliver a rundown of where the industry is headed, and what musicians, producers, and music pros need to prepare […]

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2025 Year-End Recap Of The Biggest Music Stories On My Latest Podcast

2025 was wild. Is the music business finally changing for good? In this solo edition of Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, I break down the most important developments across music, audio, and tech in 2025. From AI-generated hits to Spotify insiders cashing out, this episode is packed with sharp insights that every music creator, producer, or […]

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Have A Very Merry Musical Christmas!

Yes, the graphic is poorly generated by ChatGPT, but the spirit is there. Have a very merry Christmas and a wonderful Holiday! Eat, drink and be merry, but be sure to stay safe so we can enjoy the new year together (and stay away from the studio if you can). Once again, Thank You! I […]

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Protect Your Music From AI Deepfakes With Marc Gray On My Latest Podcast

Is your music really yours in the age of AI? On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Marc Gray, CEO of SonicOrigin, dives into the future of audio verification and copyright protection. From watermarking that survives TikTok filters to tracking AI-generated content, Marc shares why authentication is becoming essential in today’s music and […]

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Indie Promoter Tommy Dorfman Takes On The Biggest Name In Live Music On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Tommy Dorfman, a veteran club promoter and founder of Juice Entertainment. Tommy shares how he built a powerhouse promotion empire from scratch, packed out venues across New Jersey and New York, pioneered the East Coast house music scene, and went head-to-head with Live Nation. His story […]

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Artists And Brand Relationships With Katie Nowak On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Katie Nowak, VP of Marketing and Partnerships at TBA Agency. We explore how meaningful collaborations are redefining success for artists. Katie shares behind-the-scenes stories about building the “Here and There” festival with Courtney Barnett, partnering with brands like Microsoft and Levi’s, and using creative strategy to […]

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Episode #600 With Insights From Guest #1 Dennis Moody

For this milestone 600th episode, I welcome back fan-favorite Dennis Moody, a world-renowned studio and live mixer who’s appeared on every 100th episode since the podcast’s launch. In this revealing conversation, Dennis opens up about the biggest shifts he’s seen over the last decade in music production, gear, touring, and what truly matters when it […]

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From Corporate To Creative With Amani Roberts On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, Amani Roberts (aka DJ AMRo) breaks down his journey from Marriott executive to DJ, author, and professor. In this episode I sit down with DJ, author, professor, and speaker Amani Roberts (aka DJ AMRo) to break down his journey from Marriott executive to DJ, author, and professor. Through stories from […]

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Inside Game And E-Sports Music With Tim Larkin On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, we go inside the world of interactive game soundtracks with acclaimed composer and sound designer Tim Larkin. From leading full orchestras for Dota 2 tournaments to crafting music that adapts in real-time to gameplay, Tim shares the intricate process of composing music that feels human, alive, and immersive. Learn what […]

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It’s Sad, But Most People Can’t Tell They’re Listening To An AI-Generated Track

I was driving down the street the other day listening to my favorite college FM station when a track came on that made me think, “Is this real or AI-generated?” Most of the other tracks played on the station obviously used real musicians, but this one was very electronic and just a little too perfect. […]

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Music’s AI Meltdown With Matt Adell On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Matt Adell, COO of Musical.ai, whose tech career spans the digital music revolution, from Wax Trax! to Napster, Beatport, and Native Instruments. Matt breaks down how AI is changing the music industry faster than any disruption before it and what needs to happen to protect artists […]

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Billboard Changes Its Charts To Emphasize New Music

I think if you asked just about anybody, they’ll tell you that music is in a rut. Not music in general, but popular music aimed at the Billboard charts. Long the arbiter what is a hit, the problem the last few years is that there have been too few of them, as some hits have […]

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Even Top Artists Don’t Stay Big Forever

As we all know only too well, fame is elusive. Everyone may get their 15 minutes sooner or later, but some are lucky enough to keep it going way longer than that. That said, even those that reach a superstar level don’t stay there forever, and a good example of this is Ed Sheeran. He’s […]

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Sven Köllmann and Jack Rubinacci of Tinnitus Quest On My Latest Podcast

On this week’s podcast episode, I talk with Sven Köllmann and Jack Rubinacci of Tinnitus Quest to uncover why tinnitus is so widespread, yet still misunderstood in the music industry. With over 700 million people affected worldwide, and 120 million battling severe symptoms, the condition is far from rare. From orchestral players to rockers and […]

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