Hosted by Webby Honoree audio producer and music journalist Lennon Cihak, When Life Hands You Lennons spotlights music industry executives, musicians, and tastemakers. Throughout each episode, Lennon takes a deep dive into the guest's speciality, asking the questions that don't yet have answers. Previous guests include Cascada, Varien, Jason Grishkoff (SubmitHub), Seth Hills, DJ Swivel (Beyoncé, The Chainsmokers), Jody Friedman, ItaloBrothers, 3OH!3, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-life-hands-you-lennons--4973415/support.
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Sync licensing and flexibility in the face of COVID-19 with Shellie Lewis
Shellie Lewis is the head of business development at SyncFloor. We discuss sync licensing, staying organized, and having flexibility in the face of change. Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/CRTcYRDGqf Connect with Lennon: Website:...
Music industry wellness coach Katie Zaccardi on managing social media and releases healthily
Katie Zaccardi is a holistic wellness coach for women in the music business. Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/CRTcYRDGqf Connect with Lennon: Website: https://www.lennoncihak.com Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/dlYpxT Instagram:...
Madonna's former manager Camille Barbone on how to filter out bullsh*t in the music business
Camille Barbone is a music industry veteran. In this episode, we discuss the bullsh*t that circulates the music business and how it can be cleared up. We also talk about her work as pop music icon Madonna's first manager. Join my Discord:...
SubmitHub & Indie Shuffle founder Jason Grishkoff on SubmitHub submission strategies, value of music blogs, social media
Jason Grishkoff and I discuss the value (or lack thereof) in music blogs. Is a Rolling Stone review still important? Jason shares tips to successfully pitch on SubmitHub to get more approvals from curators. Join my Discord:...
TikTok expert Devain Doolaramani talks success strategies, going viral, campaigns, and brand partnerships
Devain Doolaramani is a TikTok expert. He recently started a company called The Fuel Injector that works specifically with TikTok influencers to help convert their fans and followers to other platforms, such as Instagram and YouTube. Join my Discord:...
The economic hit to entertainment from COVID-19 and if it will recover with Jack Forman of BiCoastal Productions
In this week’s episode I speak with Jack Forman, the executive vice president at BiCoastal Productions, a New York City-based live and performing arts booking agency that represents acts like Colin Mochrie of Whose Line Is It Anyway?, The Bronx...
Singer-songwriter Dia Morgan talks inspiration, songwriting sessions, and mental health
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Dia Morgan talks about the songwriting process, a day in the life, remaining inspired, and ADD. Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/CRTcYRDGqf Connect with Lennon: Website: https://www.lennoncihak.com Mailing...
Heather Bright (Bright Lights) talks production, being a songwriter and artist, royalties, and why you need to show up
Heather Bright (Bright Lights) talks digital audio workstations, production, songwriting, and showing up. Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/CRTcYRDGqf Connect with Lennon: Website: https://www.lennoncihak.com Mailing List:...
Artist manager Cameron Rath talks Grammy nomination, mental health, brand partnerships, & warehouse parties
Cameron Rath is an artist manager based in Los Angeles, California. At the peak of his management career he was managing five artists, one of which was nominated for a Grammy award. After the Grammy nomination, he accepted a position at ATC Management...
How artificial intelligence (AI) and big data are revolutionizing musicians' careers
In this episode, Ben and I discuss big data and how it’s become more accessible to independent musicians. He breaks down what big data is and how it’s used. Furthermore, we discuss what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are, and why...