Episodes

  • Scene Mom Says: Paying For That VIP Music Experience
    Nov 21 2024

    Time: ~51 min.

    It’s episode 39! As always I have plenty of great tunes from amazing independent artists like Viper Club, Say She She, and Happy Little Clouds. Bandcamp Friday is coming up so get your list ready! I’ve also got your music news which makes me question how much people actually dislike Ticketmaster, a little music history, your marketing tip, and some nerdy/good news to share. Enjoy!

    LINKS:

    People are paying more for VIP experiences and higher-quality music

    TikTok announces a new "share" feature

    Brenda Lee releases a Spanish version of "Rockin Around The Christmas Tree" generated with AI

    Golf Course in MN is being transformed into all-electric affordable housing

    Big Merch Sale! $12.50 tees, and everything else up to 50% off!

    MUSIC:

    Viper Club - Internet Star

    The Joeys - Blood Diamonds

    Happy Little Clouds - Somebody Help Me Forget

    Sara Robinson - Queen

    Say She She - Forget Me Not

    Astral Bazaar - The Girl With The Purple Hair

    Ghost on TV - Daily Laws

    Sloks - The Joint is Jumping

    KONGOS - Speak Free

    Beach Bunny - Entropy

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    51 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Music, Memories, and Moving Forward
    Nov 14 2024

    Time: ~ 52 min.

    It's Episode 38, apparently brought to you by the letter 'M!' I’m back after a brief break to share some updates and excellent indie music. November has been a tough month so far with some personal loss, but I’ve also been busy with positive projects. You’ll hear great tracks from artists like Turn Zero, Jennifer Tefft, and Astral Bazaar, along with music news, history, and your weekly promo tip. Good stuff, hope you think so too!

    LINKS:

    Beatles nominated for two Grammys thanks to AI

    Oasis cancels thousands of third party tickets

    Radio still reigns supreme

    Meta CEO not personally liable for harming children with social media

    Morgan Wallen foundation donates musical instruments to students

    Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch!

    MUSIC:

    Turn Zero - Tell Me

    Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Shoulda Known Better

    Martin Moran - Wish I Could Find A Way

    Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures - Goodbye

    Canyons and Locusts - Anna Save A Life

    Gretchen Shae and the Middle Eight - Heroes Shouldn't Be Villains

    Astral Bazaar - Cast A Shadow Upon The Lizard's Eye

    Max Frost - Paranoia

    Palais Ideal - The Voice of Reason

    Voter Education Guide - Always A War

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    52 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Haunting Halloween with Spooky Indie
    Oct 31 2024

    Time: 1 hour

    It's Episode 37! Happy Halloween! This week I have an extra-spooooky playlist featuring 14 tracks from indie artists like Lab Rats, Parlor Bells, and Fairy Bones. Less talk from me so I can play extra music! I still have music history and a marketing tip for ya, but it's all about the music this week!

    LINKS:

    Lost ghost story from Bram Stoker found

    MERCH!

    MUSIC:

    Lab-Rats - Halloween

    Bear Ghost - Necromancin' Dancin'

    Chrome Rhino - Zombie Vision

    Parlour Bells - Slasher Movie Weather

    Paper Foxes - The Gallows

    The Health & Rifle Club - Masquerade

    The Zellots - Blades

    Fairy Bones - Notes From Wonderland

    Harper and the Moths - Somebody's Watching Me

    MRCH - Dark Days and Disco

    Amanda Meli - Slipping Away

    The Bellwethers - Haunted

    Hans Olson - Something Bad

    Ali A and the Agency - Ebenezer

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    59 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Dark Wave Beats and Music Treats
    Oct 24 2024

    Time: ~53 min.

    It's episode 36! This week we are showcasing dark wave beats and indie music treats. Also featuring music from Branjae, Paper Foxes, and Basic Elements. I have music news for you too, including the return of the Vans Warped Tour and Spotify's new integration with Instagram. I've also got your music history and some nerdy news too! Enjoy!

    LINKS:

    30th Anniversary of Warped Tour

    Listen to Creatives Prevail interview with Kevin Lyman

    FCC to fine ESPN for violating emergency alert tone

    FTC announces new "click-to-cancel" rule

    Instagram/Spotify integration allows you to add music right from Stories

    Apple AirPods hearing aid function is actually pretty neat

    MUSIC:

    Branjae - Release

    Basic Elements - Hide (Nite Mix)

    Looking Glass War - Adamatine Chain Gang

    Paper Foxes - All That You Get For Free

    Tomorrow's Problem - Not For Long

    CooBee Coo - Eyes That Kill (Happy 35 Fervor Records!)

    The Wiley One - Let Him Fly

    The Frequency Principle - False Pretenses

    Amanda Meli - My Twin Flame

    Dorsten - Head Over Heels

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    53 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: AI Covers, Green Day Nostalgia, and Fresh New Indie
    Oct 17 2024

    Time: ~49min.

    Episode 35 is here, albeit a little late! I’m sharing some awesome new indie tracks from artists like Artikal Sound System and Near Beer, while also catching you up on my fall adventures here in New England. I dive into music industry news, a handy Facebook marketing tip to help you fight off spam, a look back at some iconic moments in music history, and some good news too. Plus, I’m teasing my upcoming Halloween episode!

    LINKS:

    Apple and Amazon strike deal to sell Apple TV through Prime

    First company to use upgraded Apple Wallet is Ticketmaster

    Green Day releases "demastered" items to celebrate Dookie 30th anniversary

    The Internet Archive suffers hack

    AI song covers gaining popularity on YouTube

    CBD from hemp kills mosquitoes

    Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch! Sale happening NOW!

    MUSIC:

    Artikal Sound System - Self-Sabotage

    Adam Sherman - Pure As Yours

    Tasteless Jack - Weather (featuring Skip von Kuske)

    Telquist - Like It Was

    Thrift Bakery - He Said, No

    People Who Could Fly - Dizzy Edge

    Near Beer - Pax Americana

    Count Zero - Overthinking

    Falsely Accused - Witches

    The Brother Stereo - The Ballad of the Washed Up (and Seemingly Forgotten)

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    49 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Big Damn New England Music Show
    Oct 9 2024

    Time: ~48min.

    It's Episode 34! The New England Music Awards are November 10, and daily voting for artists nominated ends October 11. So other than the opening song, the episode features artists who are nominated for awards. Good luck to all the bands who have been nominated this year! Plus I have music news, history, a promo/marketing tip and a little nerdy news right out of SciFi for you! Enjoy and thanks for listening.

    LINKS:

    New England Music Awards

    Long-lost Mozart string composition discovered

    Public Radio Music Day receives official recognition

    Fans find their Ticketmaster tix disappearing from their accounts

    StubHub accused of selling Oasis tickets before they went on sale

    Brain implant lets people with ALS & mobility issues control Amazon Alexa with their minds

    Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch!

    MUSIC:

    Mill's End - The Devil In Man

    Tiger Bomb - Can't Go Back

    Arrows of Athena - Insanity

    Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Paper Cut

    Lovina Falls - Vaulted

    Jean Paul Jean Paul - Jai alai

    Battlemode - Playlist

    Already Dead - Something Like A War

    Morgan Alyse - Got 40

    Other Brother Darryl - Sometimes

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    48 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: More Than A Popularity Contest
    Oct 2 2024

    Time ~30 min.

    Episode 33! You will hear the second part of my chat with KZ from The Bellwethers, which covers more about what it means to be a part of the Recording Academy and a voting member. A few awesome indie tunes for you too! Thanks for listening- share the love!

    LINKS:

    Threats & Opportunities for The Songwriter Community: https://www.grammy.com/news/watch-2024-songwriters-composers-wing-town-hall-panels

    Recording Academy Membership: https://members.recordingacademy.com/s/?language=en_US

    The next Bandcamp Friday is 10/4!

    MUSIC:

    Ghost Moone - How You Feeling

    The Bellwethers - Magic Water

    Parlour Bells - Knight Owl

    Aaron Noble - Surfacing

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    27 mins
  • Scene Mom Says: Music Advocacy Day October 1
    Sep 25 2024

    Time: ~30min.

    Episode 32! This week I have an interview for you with my friend KZ from The Bellwethers, who happens to be an Advocate for the Recording Academy. Music Advocacy Day is happening on Tuesday October 1st, a day advocates meet with legislators regarding important topics for musicians to help protect their interests in this ever-changing world of streaming and technology. You'll learn what it means to be an advocate, what important topics are at the top of the list this year, and how you can get involved.

    LINKS:

    Music Advocacy Day https://www.recordingacademy.com/advocacy/news/recording-academy-music-advocacy-day-2024

    Music Advocacy Action (templates to write to local legislators by issue): https://www.recordingacademy.com/advocacy/act

    Threats & Opportunities for The Songwriter Community: https://www.grammy.com/news/watch-2024-songwriters-composers-wing-town-hall-panels

    Recording Academy Membership: https://members.recordingacademy.com/s/?language=en_US

    MUSIC:

    Jennifer Tefft & the Strange - Going Out

    The Bellwethers - Looking Glass

    Sara Robinson - Queen

    Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com

    Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/

    All Things Dani

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    33 mins