This is the Association of Independent Music Publishers, Nashville Pubcast. Hosted by Big Machine Music's Vice President Of Publishing, Tim Hunze. Bi-weekly, you'll be informed of issues in the world of music publishing, and gain insight as a songwriter maneuvering your career. For more information about the Nashville, AIMP visit www.aimp.org.
AIMP: Nashville Pubcast
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This is the Association of Independent Music Publishers, Nashville Pubcast. Hosted by Big Machine Music's Vice President Of Publishing, Tim Hunze. Bi-weekly, you'll be informed of issues in the world of music publishing, and gain insight as a songwriter maneuvering your career. For more information about the Nashville, AIMP visit www.aimp.org.
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Recent Episodes
August 3, 2026
Behind the Deal: Melissa Spillman on Publishing, Songwriters & Success
What does a music publisher actually do—and what should songwriters expect from that relationship? In this episode of the AIMP Nashville Podcast, host Tim Hunze sits down with Melissa Spillman, Vice President of A&R at Concord Music Publishing and AIMP Nashville board member, to unpack the role publishers play in helping songwriters build sustainable careers. Melissa shares her journey from Texas to Nashville, discusses the qualities she looks for in emerging writers, and explains why work ethic, momentum, and creative identity matter just as much as talent. The conversation also explores today's evolving publishing landscape, the growing use of AI tools like Suno for demos, differences between Nashville and Los Angeles publishing models, and why Nashville remains one of the world's premier songwriting communities. Whether you're pursuing your first publishing deal or simply want a better understanding of how the business works, this episode offers practical advice and valuable industry insight from one of Nashville's leading publishing executives.
July 20, 2026
No One-Size-Fits-All: The Future of Music Publishing with Big Loud's Mike Giangreco
In this episode, Tim sits down with Mike Giangreco, President of A&R and Publishing at Big Loud, to discuss what it takes to build successful songwriters and creative careers in today's music industry. Mike shares his journey from growing up in Tennessee and discovering the music business through Belmont University to working his way up through internships before eventually leading one of Nashville's premier publishing teams. The conversation explores the evolving role of publishers, the importance of developing writers as individuals, and why every songwriter requires a unique strategy rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. From identifying exceptional talent to building creative ecosystems and adding value wherever you can, Mike offers practical insight for anyone hoping to build a lasting career in music publishing, A&R, or songwriting.
June 15, 2026
Artist Development in 2026 with Zebb Luster
In this episode, Tim sits down with Zebb Luster, Executive VP and Artist Manager at River House Artists, for a deep dive into artist development in today's music industry. Zebb shares his unlikely journey from an agricultural background in Florida to becoming one of the key figures behind River House's growth. Along the way, he discusses how building songwriter rounds helped him create relationships throughout Nashville, why songs remain the foundation of every successful artist career, and how River House has evolved into a full-service company spanning publishing, label services, and management. The conversation explores what artist development really means in 2026—from songwriting and branding to social media strategy, fan engagement, and long-term consistency. For artists trying to cut through the noise, Zebb offers practical advice on building a sustainable career rather than chasing overnight success.
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