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Welcome to "Taking Care of Your Music Business," brought to you by the Mechanical Licensing Collective, or The MLC. In this podcast, we dive deep into the heart of the music industry, exploring how to get paid as a creative, making sure you are receiving all the royalties you deserve. We'll also dive into building a sustainable career, sharing strategies and best practices that creators can use to achieve long-term success. Join us as we bring you interviews with top songwriters and music executives who share their personal journeys and professional wisdom on thriving in the business while making a living. So, get ready for some real talk about navigating the music industry. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. And be sure to catch all our full episodes on YouTube. * The content shared in this podcast, including any materials or resources referenced, is intended for general informational purposes to assist members of the music community in finding answers to common questions about The MLC and the broader music industry. This content is not intended to provide legal advice, and nothing contained within the podcast or related materials should be construed as legal advice. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MLC.

Recent Episodes

Christmas in July: Unwrapping the Music Business with Shane Stevens and Tekitha Washington

A little holiday spirit in the summer sets the perfect mood for real talk about the music business. In this festive episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie Dominguez of The MLC celebrates "Christmas in July" at Nashville's beloved Santa's Pub with two remarkable guests. Grammy-nominated songwriter Shane Stevens has penned hits for Carrie Underwood, Lady A, Selena Gomez, Walker Hayes, Meghan Trainor, and Ariana Grande, and co-wrote a song that went viral on TikTok before earning s...

64 MIN

Be Your Own CEO: Owning the Opportunity with Dawn Richard

Real independence in music starts with owning what you create. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie Dominguez of The MLC sits down with Dawn Richard —visionary artist, entrepreneur, songwriter, and multi-hyphenate creative. Dawn rose through Danity Kane and Dirty Money before building an acclaimed independent career, with sync placements ranging from Adult Swim to FIFA and Madden, an admin deal with Kobalt, and a seat on the Recording Academy's New York board. Recorded...

46 MIN

Building the Sound of Nashville: Shannon Sanders in Conversation

Where creativity meets commerce, the most powerful careers in music are built. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, Jamie Dominguez of The MLC sits down with Shannon Sanders — three-time Grammy winner, three-time Emmy winner, and Dove Award winner, who serves as Executive Director of Creative at BMI's Nashville office. With more than 25 years across soul, R&B, gospel, and roots music, and collaborations with John Legend, Chris Stapleton, and many more, Shannon brings a r...

53 MIN

The Business Behind the Beats: Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis on Ownership & Legacy

Owning your work is where real, lasting wealth in music begins. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez sits down with Grammy-winning, multi-platinum producer Jerry "Wonda" Duplessis — the creative force behind The Fugees' The Score, Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie," Santana's "Maria Maria," Whitney Houston's "My Love Is Your Love," and countless other global hits. Recorded live from SXSW in Austin, this conversation digs into the business behind the beats, ...

58 MIN

Streaming Royalties Deep Dive: What Creators Need to Know  with Jamie Dominguez and Andrew Wetzel

Understanding where your royalties come from is the first step to making sure you collect every dollar you've earned. In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez sits down with Andrew Wetzel — musician, label owner of Oxide Records, music publisher, artist manager, and co-founder of the pioneering band Attack! Attack!. This conversation breaks down the science of streaming royalties and demystifies how your music actually gets paid. Andrew and Jamie ...

62 MIN