Interview – A Conversation With Martin Atkins
Martin Atkins talks about his career and the current state of the music industry
Loyola University Music Industry Program Series: A Conversation with Martin Atkins
In this installment of the Loyola University, New Orleans Music Industry Studies lecture series, musician and industry veteran Martin Atkins shares his thoughts on how to effectively promote tours and market recorded music in today
Loyola University Forum with Drummer and Music Professor Dafnis Prieto
Dafnis Prieto, a percussionist and a professor at NYU
Staying Prepared for the Future in Today’s Music Business
In this Loyola University, New Orleans forum, Artists House Music President John Snyder and jazz promoter Deborah Lewow discuss the trend toward niche marketing in order to reach the right consumers, how to stay ahead of the curve, and why she
Loyola University Forum: Don Van Cleave and Peter Lubin Discuss the State of the Music Business
Don Van Cleave (President of the Coalition of Independent Music Stores) and veteran A&R rep Peter Lubin (The Pixies, The Moody Blues, Peter Gabriel) share stories and opinions gleaned from their long careers in the music business
Loyola University Forum: Music Industry Veteran Kevin Coogan on Starting Your Own Label
In this Loyola University, New Orleans forum, music industry Kevin Coogan answers audience questions, addressing subjects such as the importance of reading trade publications, why the best way to get a job in A&R is to start your own label, and how controlling your business enables you to control your creative process.
Nick Phillips on Breaking into A&R
Nick Phillips is Vice President of A&R at Concord Music Group, one of the worlds largest independent record labels. In this clip, Nick goes into detail on how he built his career in the A&R world and what decisions and mentors brought him to his VP position today.
Essential Advice for Up and Coming Artists
Nick Phillips is Vice President of A&R at Concord Music Group, one of the worlds largest independent record labels. In this clip, Nick speaks about how CMG approaches signing artists and explains what is expected of artists hoping to get signed.
Loyola University Forum with A&R VP at Concord Music Group Nick Phillips
Nick Phillips is Vice President of A&R at Concord Music Group, one of the worlds largest independent record labels. In this clip, Nick talks about his entrance into the music industry, working with artists, the future of the music business, and many other insightful music business-related experiences and thoughts.
The Future of Marketing at Concord Music Group
Nick Phillips is Vice President of A&R at Concord Music Group, one of the worlds largest independent record labels. In this clip, Nick talks about the current marketing approach for CMG and the labels predictions/business plan for the future.





