In this episode we sat down with Leigh Ann Rodgers, a seasoned tour manager, creative photographer, and live music professional. Listen and follow along on her journey from growing up on the road, to taking artists all over the world.
27 Feb 2026
Tori Hamersky
In this episode of Cut Time, we sit down with Tori Hamersky, founder of VH management, music business educator, and seasoned live music professional. Listen in as we follow Tori's journey from a childhood love of music to a full blown career in the industry. If you are a fan girl looking to break into the music business, this episode is for you.
From tour management, to VIP, to contract signing, Tori has seen it all. She shares her experience from a plethora of different roles and how they have shaped who she is today. Tori does not shy away from sharing areas of improvement within the industry and has made it her goal to increase the diversity and accessibility of musical spaces.
Tori's recommendations:
Anything for a Hit: An A&R Woman's Story of Surviving the Music Industry - Dorothy Carvello (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39090981-anything-for-a-hit)
29 Sept 2025
Steffen Meister x MBJ Cut Time
In this episode of Cut Time, we sit down with Steffen Meister, a professor at Berklee Valencia, where he teaches the International Industry Seminar and Technology-Driven Businesses.
With years of experience working across global music markets, Steffen offers unique insights into how the industry operates differently around the world—and why understanding these differences is crucial for building a truly international career.
We explore the nuances of various music markets, the challenges and opportunities of cross-cultural collaboration, and the role of technology in shaping the global music economy. Steffen also reflects on the importance of teaching international perspectives to Berklee students, preparing the next generation of artists and professionals to navigate an increasingly interconnected industry.
Whether you’re an artist looking to expand into new territories or a student interested in international music careers, this episode provides valuable perspectives on the future of the global music business.
1 Aug 2025
MBJ Cut Time x Grace Puluczek
In this episode of Cut Time, we sit down with Grace Puluczek (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpuluczek/)—founder of 3Notes (https://www.3notesmgmt.com/), Associate Professor of Music Marketing at Berklee Valencia, and a passionate global connector in the music industry. We dive into Grace’s journey through artist management, branding, playlisting, and education across borders, and explore what it means to build a sustainable career in today’s rapidly shifting music ecosystem.
From playlist algorithms to market localization and artist empowerment, Grace shares actionable insights and powerful anecdotes that will resonate with aspiring marketers, creatives, and industry professionals alike. We also explore her teaching philosophy and how she inspires the next generation of agile, values-driven music marketers.
💡 Grace’s recommendations and shoutouts from this episode:
📘 Work Hard, Playlist Hard (2nd Edition) (https://www.everand.com/book/548884923/Work-Hard-Playlist-Hard-Second-Edition-Actionable-Advice-to-Help-Artists-Grow-Their-Audience-on-Music-Streaming-Platforms) by Mike Warner
📱 Hypedrop Club on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hypedroplclub/)
📰 Music Ally (https://musically.com/)
👤 Fred Schindler on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredschindler/?originalSubdomain=fr)
28 Apr 2025
J. Casey Soward x MBJ Cut Time
J. Casey Soward, President and CEO of the Boch Center, explores live music, accessibility, and arts administration in New England, highlighting the Boch Center's centennial in this interview.
31 Jan 2025
Roger Brown x MBJ Cut Time
Roger Brown, former president of Berklee College of Music, discusses the Salt Lick Incubator's mission to empower independent artists and shape the future of artist development in this interview.
9 Dec 2024
Fifteen0eight x MBJ Cut Time
Alt-pop duo Fifteen0eight, Daphne Eleftheriadou and Tomer Oron, discuss playing Lollapalooza and transitioning from Berklee to the music industry in an interview with Cut Time.
22 Nov 2024
Berklee Popular Music Institute x MBJ Cut Time
Morgan Milardo and Max Rothman discuss Berklee Popular Music Institute's innovative approach to music education, which propels students onto major festival stages, offering unique insights into thriving in the live music industry; this is an interview.
16 Nov 2024
Grace Gardner x MBJ Cut Time
Singer-songwriter Grace Gardner discusses her journey as a self-producing artist, sharing insights on her creative process and balancing emotion with technical precision in this interview with The Berklee Music Business Journal.
14 Jul 2023
Adam Friedman & Zeke Sacaridiz x MBJ Cut Time
Host Jessie Starnes interviews Adam Friedman and Zeke Sacaridiz about co-producing Quinn XCII's "Black Porsche," revealing their collaborative process and offering insights for aspiring music producers.
27 Apr 2020
Danny Goldberg x MBJ Cut Time
Music executive Danny Goldberg discusses his career managing Nirvana and working with Led Zeppelin in an interview with the Berklee Music Business Journal, offering insights into artist advocacy.
9 Apr 2020
Don Gorder x MBJ Cut Time
Don Gorder, founder of Berklee's Music Business/Management Department, discusses the evolution of the music business and the crucial skills for thriving in today's competitive environment in an interview.
10 Feb 2020
Some Hoodlum x MBJ Cut Time
Visual artist Some Hoodlum discusses their creative journey and collaborations with prominent musicians like Future and Megan Thee Stallion, offering insights into branding and design in the music industry in this interview.
30 Jan 2020
Rebecca Loebe x MBJ Cut Time
Singer-songwriter Rebecca Loebe discusses her experiences as a DIY artist, her approach to songwriting, and the challenges of building a sustainable music career in this interview episode.
7 Mar 2019
Ralph Jaccodine x MBJ Cut Time
Ralph Jaccodine, artist manager and Berklee professor, discusses his journey, his philosophy on building sustainable music careers, and the evolving role of artist managers in this interview.
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