Time: ~31 min.

It’s Episode 65! I’ve got a lot to say this week (I mean, I do every week.) I’m breaking down some big music news, including the strange rise of an AI-generated band and why I’m not here for it. I also dig into the new HITS Act that just passed—finally some good news for independent artists, but at what cost? Plus, Fyre Fest is back in the headlines (yep), and Devo is getting a documentary treatment. I’m also sharing some music history highlights, a quick marketing tip, and as always, some fantastic music from several indie bands. Let’s go!

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HITS Act passes with Budget Bill

AI band passes a million Spotify listeners with boost from fake spokesperson

Buy Fyre Fest brand on Ebay

Devo has a documentary coming to Netflix

MUSIC:

Bear Ghost - Sirens

Hotel Saturn - As Long As It Lasts

Jon Chesbro - Choices

Foxy - Last Night

People Who Could Fly - Dizzy Edge

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All Things Dani

Time: ~35 min.

It’s Episode 64! This week we’re talking about Instagram’s new Spotify feature for Stories, plus a major court ruling that could reshape how AI interacts with copyrighted material—musicians, this one matters to you. I also dive into the local love happening in my town of Winchendon. You'll hear some amazing new tracks from indie artists around the world—not a single one from Phoenix or Boston this time! Plus, I’ve got your weekly music history rundown, a marketing tip that will make you rethink your ad budget, and a sweet dose of nostalgia with news about Steve from Blue’s Clues. Let’s get into it!

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Instagram improves sharing from Spotify

Buskers in Quebec City can only sing in French

Judge rules work under copyright can be used to train AI

Steve from Blues Clues is starting a podcast!

Radio and Podcast Ads drive store visits and purchases

MUSIC:

Improvement Movement - The Knife

Sour Ops - Be My Secret

Hyperstereo - Runners

World News - Don't Want To Know

Blake Rave - After Midnight

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All Things Dani

Time: ~32 min.

It’s episode 63 and this week I’m sweating it out in New England with some new cool indie tracks, music news, and one seriously bizarre AI love story. I cover the scary reports out of France’s Fête de la Musique, updates on Spotify’s shady subscription changes, and the potential shutdown of New Hampshire’s arts council. Plus, your weekly marketing tip, and some fun music history. Let’s dive in!

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145 people hurt by syringes at music festivals in France

New Hampshire voting on eliminating Arts Council

Spotify under FTC investigation

Man with girlfriend and 2 year old child proposes to his AI chatbot

MUSIC:

The Ghouls - Pocket of Gold

Peppermint Kicks - Radio Wam Bam Boom

The Hourglass Cats - Come Back

The Far Out - Laurel

Derek Smith & the Cosmic Vultures - Indie Darling

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All Things Dani