How do you begin a career as an artist? Veronica Everheart is a singer songwriter who recently released her debut single and is currently a student in music management. In this interview we discuss recording etiquette, collecting royalties, the strategy of doing covers, and getting into the music industry. Instagram: @veronica.everheart TikTok: @veronica.everheart LinkTree Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Podcast Recording Royalties Management Singer Songwriter

Have tons of project ideas but don't know where to start? Alexander Zwerner is a music journalist who writes for Earmilk as well as the founder of Beatly Music, a review platform for singles and albums. In this interview we discuss how Alexander got into music journalism that led into writing for Earmilk as well as the beginnings of Beatly. In addition we dive into the future of NFTs in the music industry. Instagram: @beatly.music @earmilk Beatlymusic.com earmilk.com Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Podcast Earmilk Journalism Beatly NFT

Struggle on how to pitch to playlisters or want to curate your own? This is a repost from one of the EduMusication Roundtable live streams called Nuances of Playlist Curation. In this roundtable we discuss how they curate playlists, how often do they refresh them, and how to pitch to playlists. EduMusication is a non-profit organization that supports music programs in schools such as virtual seminars as well as providing donations from their brand partners from midi-keyboards, beat-pads, interfaces, microphones and headphones. EduMusication was founded by Gabe Kubanda, one of the artists on 80/20 Records. Panelists: Rich Parrott - Global Money World Evan Stein - Experience Music Group Matt Jenko - Musicto.com Gabe Kubanda - EduMusication & Epic Proportions Tour Frank Long - Full Sail Labs Instagram: @edumusication Facebook: facebook.com/EduMusication Website: edumusication.org Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Podcast EduMusication Playlist Playlisting Playlister

Have you found band members on Craigslist? David Nunez is the co-founder of the Alternative rock band After the Calm. In this interview we discuss how the band got formed and how they were able to persevere during the pandemic and release their sophomore EP. In addition we talk about marketing strategies and creating an experience for your audience. Instagram: @afterthecalm Facebook: facebook.com/AfterTheCalm Website: afterthecalmmusic.com Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Podcast Alternative Rock Band Marketing

Are Battle of the Bands competitions worth the effort or a waste of time? Jordan White is the lead singer and co-founder of powerhouse rock band Jane N The Jungle. Which has been featured on official Spotify playlists Fierce Femmes, All New Rock, and Women of Rock, as well as covered by Alt Press and several others. In this interview Jordan talks about her struggles in finding her calling in music and how it ended up forming the band. We also discuss whether contests are worth the effort and the importance of perseverance as an artist including going to Nashville, her experience on American Idol, and going to a prestigious musical theatre academy. Instagram: @janenthejungle Facebook: facebook.com/JaneNTheJungle Website: janenthejungle.com Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Podcast Bands Rock

Is self-educating better than a degree? The House Ninja is a costumed DJ, producer, and entertainer who plays an expansive mix of electronic music during energetic, audio-visual performances which incorporate audience samples and flow arts. He is also the host of The Producer Life Podcast. As a music producer, he released his first single in 2017, “Good Time” which went on to chart in the Atlanta top-three for house tracks on Reverbnation. He has since released numerous remixes, mashups, and sixteen singles including three which were selected by ill Gates for inclusion on his Producer Dojo Cypher mixtapes. Together those mixtapes have over 10,000 streams on SoundCloud. In this interview we discuss how he got started in music production by self-educating himself as well as why he created a podcast. In addition we go into depth about thriving and adapting in the music industry and the lessons learned along the way. Sneak peak of The Business - House Ninja Chill Pepper Bootleg Remix Instagram: @HouseNinjaMusic Facebook: facebook.com/HouseNinjaMusic Twitter: @HouseNinjaMusic SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/HouseNinjaMusic Website: HouseNinjaMusic.com Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry DJ Producer Production Education Podcast

How do you get started on Twitch? Brad Amick is from the band Halocene, one of the first Twitch Music Ambassadors and has over 1 million livestream views and over 55 thousand followers. This interview was originally streamed for The NAMM Show 2021. In this interview we talk about how Brad got started in audio and video production, their transition from in-house music videos to live-streaming, what type of gear they use, and some of the challenges they faced along the way. Twitch: twitch.tv/halocene TikTok: @wearehalocene Instagram: @weareHalocene LinkTree: linktr.ee/halocene Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records LinkTree: linktr.ee/8020records 8020records.com We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook. You can also email us at info [at] 8020records.com. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: 80/20 Creative (80/20 Records) Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Music Interview Business Industry Twitch NAMM Halocene Livestream

How do you get from 1 to 100k followers? Matthew Krul is the creator and host of The Imagineer Podcast, a show and community that celebrates all things Disney. In addition to the podcast reaching over a million downloads, Matthew has interviewed prior Imagineers as well as the official voice actor for Mickey Mouse. In this interview we discuss how to cater and grow your audience, how to develop your social media presence, and how to build a community. Instagram: @imagineerpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/imagineerpodcast TikTok: @imagineerpodcast Website: https://imagineerpodcast.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20records Clubhouse: clubhouse.com/club/8020-records www.8020records.com Tags: Podcaster Disney Audience Instagram Community

Have you felt that you’ve tried everything and still not getting to where you want to go? You’re not alone. Julia Bullock is the lead singer and co-founder of the electro-punk / Glitterpunk group The Foxies. The group has made so much stride from performing at Bonnaroo to being featured on Now That’s What I Call Music just to name a few. We discuss the importance of building trust with your band members as well as when is the right time to build a team. In addition we talk about how to handle failure as well as the impact of moving to a big city. Instagram: @thefoxies Links for The Foxies Presented by BRAVO Pay Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records TikTok: @80_20records www.8020records.com Tags: Foxies Bonnaroo Glitterpunk Electro-punk

Ever thought of pivoting to a completely different industry? Mark Nguyen is the founder of Planet LA Records. In this interview we discuss how he went from a path to being a diplomat to shifting to a second career in the music industry. Mike and Mark trade war stories on touring with bands, tactics we both use in developing partnerships and endorsements, as well as logistics and strategy behind event planning. Instagram: @planetlarecords Facebook: facebook.com/PlanetLARecords Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

When is the right time to pitch to labels? In the second part of this interview, Mike discusses pitching to labels and building a team. Hosted by Musicto, a curated music playlist platform. Check out our playlist Intro to Summer Website: https://www.musicto.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com Tags: Record Label Music Business Artist Playlist

Mike gets candid about the relationship between artists and record labels, learning the music business, and what being an artist means. Hosted by Musicto, a curated music playlist platform. Check out our playlist Intro to Summer Website: https://www.musicto.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com Tags: Record Label Music Business Artist Playlist

Ever wondered what it's like to raise a family while working for yourself? This is a rare and intimate interview with Bob Zimmerlich, a serial entrepreneur, master photographer, and the host's father. We discuss several of his ventures including a pioneering software company and a world class photography studio. Through these endeavors we talk about creating a lifestyle he wanted for his family, which is discussed on both perspectives as father and son. Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com Tags: Entrepreneur Entrepreneurship Family Photography Father Son Lifestyle

How did you pivot during the pandemic? Rachel Van Nortwick is the founder of Vinylly, a dating app that matches people based on their music compatibility. In this interview we discuss after launching in late 2019 how Rachel had to change quickly once all events were cancelled to continue connecting people through music. Rachel also has an impressive background in marketing and promotion in the corporate world and we discuss various strategies and tactics that anyone can use. Instagram: @vinyllyapp Vinylly App: https://vinyllyapp.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com Tags: Vinylly Dating App Music Events Concerts Marketing Promotion

Moira Ashley is the incredible person behind the scenes of this podcast, doing all the post-audio production work for each episode. Moira is also an accomplished graphic designer and has their own brand line, ETM BRND.  In this interview we discuss how they got into graphic design as well as their experiences being A&R for 80/20 Records for almost 4 years. Instagram: @etmbrnd Website: https://www.etmbrnd.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com THANK YOU MOIRA!!!

This is an off the cuff interview where Steven Leavitt, Los Angeles producer and host of The Language of Creativity podcast, gives Mike a call out of the blue to talk about the music industry and artist management. We also discuss improving and enjoying your craft, when to build your team, networking, creating trust, and having fun. The Language of Creativity episodes: https://wavve.link/whW_WjfPH/episodes Instagram: @languageofcreativity Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Jason and Jeremy Burchard are the co-founders of RootNote. Their platform is specifically designed for artists, labels and managers and provides insights into your data such as social media, revenue streams, and more. In this interview we discuss how their company got formed and experiences partnering with family. In addition we discuss content strategies, live streaming, and building a team. Instagram: @rootnoteco Website: https://www.rootnote.co/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Emily White is the founder of the #i-Voted Festival which last year was the world’s largest digital concert in history. In addition to running Collective Entertainment, we discussed how Emily has managed and toured with The Dresden Dolls, interned with Live Nation and VH1 Classic, worked at Madison House, as well as started her own label and entertainment agencies, wrote two books, and started two podcasts. If you’re wondering how people become successful in the music industry, this is the person to look up to. Instagram: @ivotedfestival @collectiveentinc https://www.ivotedconcerts.com/ How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue Streams Podcast Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Christopher Leon Price is an avid filmmaker, music video director, podcaster, and one of my best friends. We discuss how he got into filmmaking and podcasting, his experiences on set for both his films and music videos, and adventures in Los Angeles. Definitely lots of insight for anyone looking into a career as a creative. Instagram: @clpfilm Website: http://www.clpfilm.com/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/christopherleonprice Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/priceinator Post Mortem podcast Hollywood Hangover podcast Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

This was an interview on the Band Basics podcast from the music publication Yab Yum on June 24th, 2019. We discuss the origins of 80/20 Records and what it means to run a record label. In addition I also talk about how to find the right partnerships and I go into depth about how to submit to record labels and the importance of releasing content. Band Basics podcast Yab Yum: https://www.yabyumwest.com/ Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Tyler Winters is the founder of the online publication All Punked Up. We talked about his beginnings being in a pop punk band, which almost got signed to Drive-Thru Records, to how and why he started the online publication. In addition, we talk about the do's and don'ts on submitting to press as well as beginning in music journalism. Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Adam Carter is the creator of The Way Back Sessions, a live-stream show featuring a variety of incredible music talent. In this interview we discuss his journey as a musician which ended up leading into a profession in videography. We talked about his adventures overseas including filming in Africa. In addition we discuss how to start developing content and content strategy as well as the future of live-streaming. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5e7TivUE4Crgj55UwwtDGg Facebook: facebook.com/TheWayBackSessions Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Todd McCarty is the founder of Band Builder Academy, an online platform for fan building for artists. He has an amazing story of how he started touring and tour managing bands at an early age, which built him so many relationships that eventually led him to working at Fearless Records during the pinnacle of the Alternative music scene for over 13 years. Website: BandBuilderAcademy.com and HeatOnTheStreet.com Instagram: @heat0nthestreet Facebook: facebook.com/heatonthestreetblog Twitter: @Heat0nTheStreet Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Matt and Jason were some of the first team members of 80/20 Records. So we thought it would be fun to revisit some of the shows we’ve hosted over the years. Including charity events, having two shows back to back on the same night at two different venues, and even one for April Fools! We discuss both the successes and failures of our events, as well as the lessons we’ve learned along the way. Lots of insight for anyone into event planning or looking into putting on a show. Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

This weekend marks the 13 year anniversary of 80/20 Records. To celebrate thought it would be fun to re-play our interview on KWSS 93.9 FM for our 10th Anniversary Show. Featuring your incredible host as well as artist Ben Anderson and team members Emily (Turn Zero) and Moira. They discuss what it's like to be a part of the company and of course some shenanigans will ensue. Enjoy! Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Shelby Chargin is the founder of Girls Behind the Rock Show. We go into depth about the challenges women and non-men face in the music industry on a daily basis, how much has changed, as well as how much has yet to be changed. This is something that all of us need to hear no matter our gender, race, sexuality, or any way that we identify ourselves. Instagram: @girlsbtrs Facebook: facebook.com/girlsbtrs Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com 

Daphne Greene is the lead singer for the bit-rock band Daphne + The Glitches. Now, Daphne and I go way back, from how she got into music leading into finding 42 Eternal, which ended up being one of the first bands signed to 80/20 Records. We also discuss moving out to Los Angeles, her experiences recording in a studio and releasing music under Statues of Cats, the first project she founded. In addition we talk about Daphne’s gender transition and her experiences as transgender in the music industry. We also discuss the fallout between 80/20 Records and Statues of Cats, as well as Daphne’s new project, Daphne + The Glitches. Instagram: @daphneandtheglitches Facebook: facebook.com/daphneandtheglitches Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Dani Cutler is one of the prominent radio hosts for KWSS 93.9 FM and a social media expert. In our interview we talk about how Dani got into podcasting that eventually led into being a prominent radio host. And for artists out there we do talk about submissions to stations and what to do as well as, more importantly, what not to do. We also talk about her career as a social media expert, how she got started, and yes some good tidbits about posting content in there as well. Instagram: @dcutleraz @kwss_radio Facebook: facebook.com/TheDaniCutlerShow Presented by BRAVO Pay: http://app.trybravo.com  Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Kirk Johnson is the founder of SOUNDS Academy, a nonprofit music education organization that teaches, mentors, and provides musical experiences and opportunities for underserved youth. In this interview we discuss how Kirk found his love of music at an early age through attending performances at symphony halls that led him into music performance as well as into music education, developing programs all across the country. We also discuss diversity in music, providing opportunities and experiences, as well as finding resilience during the pandemic. https://www.soundsacademy.org/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Raheem Jarbo (Mega Ran) is a Guinness World Record holding Nerdcore Hip-Hop artist. He just released his memoir, Dream Master, which we talk about writing his book and his experiences publishing it. We also discuss his experiences being Black in the music industry as well as maintaining an artist career during the pandemic. We're so proud to have Mega Ran a part of the 80/20 Records family. Dream Master (book): https://dreammasterbook.com Instagram: @mega_ran Facebook: facebook.com/MegaRanMusic Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Slade (lead vocalist and bassist) and Danny (guitarist) are from the American rock band Anarbor. We go into what it was like going on tour, and lessons learned both being on Hopeless Records and self-releasing their music. Also we discuss how to move forward as the band has gone through many changes and tragedies over 17 years. Instagram: @anarbor Facebook: facebook.com/Anarbor Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Tim Kirch runs the management company Eighty One Twenty Three (8123) most known for representing The Maine. We talked about how he went from managing his brother's bands when he was 14, leading into The Maine and forming 8123. Plus we chatted a lot on how to get representation and how to treat your fans and your community. Instagram: @81twentythree Facebook: facebook.com/81twentythree Website: https://www.81-23.com/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Haley and Spencer are the singer and songwriting duo behind the Indie Pop group 76th Street. We discussed how they met, the countless hours of playing at coffee shops leading to performing at a several thousand seat venue, and how they gained over a million followers on TikTok in under a year. TikTok: @76thstreetofficial Instagram: @76thstreet Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Maddy Sundquist is an artist manager at Madkat Mgmt. She represents artists such as Sawyer and Stephen Day. Instagram: @madkatmgmt Facebook: facebook.com/madkatmgmt Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Emiko is an award winning songwriter who wrote for SONY/ATV, Universal Music Group, and others. She is also a roster artist for brands such as Hammond Organ, Alesis, Baldwin Pianos, Daisy Rock Guitars, On-Stage Stands, Blue Microphones, Lampifier Microphones, and StarrLabs Technologies. Instagram: @emikomusic Facebook: facebook.com/emikomusic Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

In excitement for the upcoming NAMM Show (all virtual), this is a recording of the How to Land Brand Partnerships panel from 2020. Featuring Jimmy Landry (Gibson), Patrick Genovese (Las Vegas Music and Events), Sean Giovanni (The Record Shop), Gabe Kubanda (Epic Proportions Tour / EduMusication), and Mike Zimmerlich (80/20 Records, moderator, and your wonderful host). For more info about NAMM: https://www.namm.org/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Happy 20th Episode!!! To celebrate we interviewed the original co-founder of 80/20 Records, Zach Nation. We had a blast talking about previous endeavors that brought us to the origins of the record label. Have a wonderful and safe new year. Thanks to all of you for listening. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EPISODE Connie Zimmerlich is an award-winning professional photographer and co-owner of Siena Arte Portraiture, and the host's mother! Website: http://www.sienaarteportraiture.com/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Carly Danger is a music journalist and the co-founder of the music blog YabYum Music and Arts. Website: yabyumwest.com Instagram: @yabyumaz Facebook: @yabyumaz Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Joe Solo is the record producer who developed Grammy-artist Macy Gray (28 million units sold). He is also the CEO of Joe Solo Music+Entertainment Inc. and founder of the Music Success Workshop. Where he coaches and inspires thousands of emerging musicians, songwriters, composers, artists, bands, DJs, and rising industry executives on how to make it big in the music industry. Website: https://joesolo.com/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Rachel Simes Guttmann is an entertainment and music industry attorney based in Nashville, TN. She is also an experienced litigator, who represented major corporations, public bodies, and insurance companies in defense and coverage matters throughout Louisiana. She has represented artists, musicians, producers, record labels, artist managers, entertainment industry entrepreneurs, and businesses in a variety of transactional and litigation matters. Website: https://stephanietaylorlaw.com/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EPISODE: Brian Zimmerlich was a partner of 80/20 Records and as you might have guessed it, the host's brother. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Gabe Kubanda is an Alt Pop artist in the 80/20 Records family and the co-founder of the non-profit organization EduMusication. Instagram: @gabekubanda Facebook: facebook.com/GabeKubanda Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Tara Goltz and Marin Bridges are the founding members of Alt Pop Punk band Love Like Fiction, a member of the 80/20 Records family. Instagram: @lovelikefiction Facebook: facebook.com/lovelikefiction Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Michael Kaminsky is the owner and founder of the artist management company KMGMT.  Their current roster includes Stand Atlantic, With Confidence, Tonight Alive, Twin XL, and others. Instagram: @kmgmt Website: https://www.kmgmt.com/ Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Paul Ritchie is the bassist and Frankie Stapley is one of the guitarists for the Alt Pop Punk band Love Like Fiction, a member of the 80/20 Records family. Instagram: @lovelikefiction Facebook: facebook.com/lovelikefiction Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Emily Grieve is the lead singer and John Curtis-Sanchez is the lead guitarist for the Alt-Rock band Turn Zero, a member of the 80/20 Records family. Instagram:  @turnzeroband Facebook: facebook.com/TurnZeroBand Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com

Kat Cody is the project and event manager for the Kevin Lyman Group (KL Group) and has worked on events such as Vans Warped Tour and WLS’s Championship Tour as well as helmed the 320 Festival, Player Omega, ADAPT Conference, and more. Kat also is a consultant for the live-streaming service VEEPS and other clients. Instagram: @kat_corny LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katarinacody ADAPT Conference Veeps website: https://veeps.com Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records Facebook: facebook.com/8020records www.8020records.com