Episodes

  • Scene Mom Says: Who's Protecting Our Sound? AI Music Scandals and the Indie Streaming Pay Gap
    Jun 19 2025

    It’s Episode 62! On the show this week: Timbaland faces backlash over an AI-generated beat, indie artists call out unfair streaming practices, and Nick Jonas is set to play Paul Stanley in the upcoming KISS biopic. Plus, music history highlights, a smart marketing tip for social media, and new tracks from artists from one coast of the USA to the other. Thanks for listening!

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    Timbaland stole an indie musician's beat to train AI

    IMPALA report warns independent artists being pushed out by two-tier streaming system

    91% of drivers rely on local radio for breaking news, weather, and traffic

    A Jo-Bro lined up to play Paul Stanley of KISS in new biopic

    MUSIC:

    Broken Baby - So Pointless

    Lovina Falls - Light and Low

    Crow Follow - Fold Like Money

    Dutch Holly - Phoenix

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    All Things Dani

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    33 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Celebrating Pride with LGBTQ+ Artists
    Jun 12 2025

    Time: ~28 min.

    It’s Episode 61! This week, I'm celebrating Pride Month by featuring some incredible LGBTQ+ artists you should definitely get to know, with bands from Phoenix and New England. I'm also diving into the latest music news, music history, and some fun news about a new documentary, AND wrapping up my series on prepping to announce an event. It's a packed show, and I'm so happy you joined me!

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    THE ULTIMATE EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT CHECKLIST

    Indie musicians ask major labels to be included in AI talks

    Jared Leto accused of sexual misconduct

    Violinist composes music based on flight data of moths

    Where the heck is the DeLorean from Back to the Future?

    MUSIC:

    Daphne and the Glitches - Outgoing Male

    Happy Little Clouds - Clear and Present Danger

    Thus Love - Get Stable

    Snailmate - My Weird Gross Body

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    All Things Dani

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    28 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Music Masters, Mayhem, and Mental Health
    Jun 5 2025

    Time: ~34 min.

    It’s Episode 60! A packed episode this week. I share what’s going on in life and dive into some important music news, covering industry shifts and events that just won’t go away. I have your music history and marketing tip, and we get naked too! And as always I have a few awesome indie tracks to share. Thanks for listening!

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    Taylor Swift buys back her music, no strings attached

    Beyonce fans having pre-sale buyer's remorse as general ticket prices drop significantly

    Fyre Fest just won't go away

    Couple cycling naked through London to raise awareness for mental health

    MUSIC:

    Paper Foxes - Lights Out

    Andy Kuchta - Storm Chasin'

    John Gerard - Close to the Sun

    Basic Elements - Hide (Live Quiet Version)

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    All Things Dani

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    34 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Copyright, Art Funding Cuts, and… Jim Morrison’s Bust?
    May 22 2025

    Time: ~25 min.

    It’s Episode 59! I've been keeping myself busy this week, putting the finishing touches on my social media workshop here in town and checking out the GALA arts and music festival at my favorite farm. I also spent time at a long and wild town meeting where funding for our Library, Senior Center, and Parks and Recreation were thankfully secured.

    On this show this week I’ve got your music news and we’re talking Copyright issues and Art funding cuts in California of all places, Moby’s music library, and a treasure hunt from Thom York. And we continue the marketing tips on what you need to do before announcing a show. Plus music- some awesome music from awesome indie bands! It’s… awesome!

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    Music Organizations sent letters to the US Copyright Office regarding AI

    California Governor proposes cuts of $11.5M to the Arts in state budget

    Moby relaunches free-use music library

    Thom York sends you on a treasure hunt

    Jim Morrison bust stolen 40 years ago has been found

    MUSIC:

    Battlemode - Game Over

    Sydney Sprague - As Scared As Can Be

    The Darts - No Love

    The Northern Line - Throw A Fist

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    All Things Dani

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    26 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: CBGB Revival, Kiedis' Coffee, and Indie Artist Marketing Tips
    May 15 2025

    Time: ~30 min.

    It’s Episode 58! This week I’ve been keeping busy with some fun community projects and had a really cool experience helping out a young musician with his senior project. I’m also thinking ahead to some local music ideas that might be in the works. Of course, I’ve got some fresh indie tracks for you, plus we’ll talk about a few interesting things happening in the music world—from new ventures by familiar faces to the government backtracking on regulating AI. Stick around for a little music history and a cool bit of good news on the tech and sustainability side too. Thanks for hanging out with me!

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    House Republicans ban AI regulation

    RHCP Anthony Kiedis teams up with Live Nation for coffee venture

    CBGB Festival coming to Brooklyn

    Fuel cell recycling turns forever chemicals into renewable resources using sound waves

    Keaton Auld Music

    MUSIC:

    MRCH - Elixir

    Glass Apple Bonzai - Effigy (I'm Not An)

    Birds + Arrows - The Kite, Right Back To Me

    Hotel Saturn - Just The Way

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    All Things Dani

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    31 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Media Wars - Public Broadcasting and Voice of America
    May 8 2025

    Time: ~35 min.

    It’s Episode 57! This week is a mix of cool indie tunes (shoutout to Kongos and a bunch of others!), music news, we continue my series on planning a show announcement in the marketing tip, and a really moving story about a violin made by a prisoner during WWII. Plus, a quick reminder to support your favorite artists by buying their music and merch, and a heads-up about a sale in the Scene Mom Says shop. As always, good music and some thought-provoking stuff!

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    Smokey Robinson $50 Million Lawsuit

    President signs EO slashing funds for NPR/PBS

    Voice of America will be fueled by right wing One America News Network

    Young Musicians Unite raise $1.6 Million to support music education

    A secret note hidden in Dachau-built ‘Violin of Hope’ tells a tale of survival and craftsmanship

    MUSIC:

    Kongos - Hey I Don't Know

    Rachael Plays Guitar - Silly Thoughts

    Morgan Alyse - Misty Mountains

    Dorsten - Tangerine

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    All Things Dani

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    36 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Rock Hall Power, Indie Tracks and Planning for That Next Show
    May 1 2025

    Time: ~30 min.

    It’s Episode 56! I’m back from an emotional but meaningful trip to Iowa and ready to share some amazing new indie tracks, music news, and promo advice. You’ll hear a few excellent new indie tracks. I also share a marketing tip for artists planning live shows—and some good news for anyone dealing with tinnitus. A packed 30 minutes, enjoy!

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    Scene Mom Says thank you to our sponsor Sound Bites Events and Open Mics

    IS Fyre Fest over? McFarland is selling the brand and event is cancelled.

    Green Day getting star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

    2025 Rock Hall inductees

    A key to keeping Tinnutus under control could be in what you eat

    MUSIC:

    Escape the Hive - Around The Sun

    Happy Little Clouds - Clear and Present Danger

    Lovina Falls - About The Sun

    Mermaid Riot - Wings of July

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    All Things Dani

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    30 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Support Life and Music- Interview with Jack Mangan
    Apr 17 2025

    Time: ~35 min.

    It’s Episode 55! This week I’m doing something a little different. Since I’m out of town this week the show is just an interview, no music or regular segments. I interviewed my longtime friend Jack Mangan. I've known Jack for over 20 years, and he just launched an incredible new nonprofit called SLAM—Support Life and Music.

    In our conversation, Jack shared his journey from musician and podcaster to industry advocate, and how he realized there was a real need for support in the music community. We talked about everything from how tough it is to make a living in music, to how SLAM is building programs like online support groups and informative panels to help musicians feel less alone. It was such an inspiring chat, please follow SLAM on all the socials and help spread the word!

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    SLAM Website: https://www.supportlifeandmusic.org/

    SOCIALS:

    https://www.facebook.com/supportlifeandmusic

    https://www.instagram.com/supportlifeandmusic/ https://www.youtube.com/@SupportLifeAndMusic https://bsky.app/profile/s-l-a-m.bsky.social

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    All Things Dani

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    36 mins