Much has changed over the last 40 years, but Tom Burger, owner of TAB Music Management, stands on the cutting edge of a new approach to the modern music business. Tom is one of the leaders in the industry and today offers up a few insider secrets into the process of becoming established as a professional musician.

This is my friend, artist manager Tom Burger.

This is my show, Rockstar Superhero.

1:00 Missing the boat to success
2:40 Tom's network and the who's who of everything
3:30 Getting into artist development
6:00 Trying to fill the current void in music genres
8:40 Attempting to get into management on his own
10:40 The beauty of the artist experience
13:15 Finding a way to pay the rent at the last minute
15:30 Looking to be successful at all costs
17:50 The success formula is all about filling the gaps with authenticity
20:30 Picking the right contacts to push the artist forward
23:00 What the artist believes about the power of a label
26:00 Leaning into the fan base
28:30 Not stealing revenue from the artist
31:00 Streaming is the way to the heart of the modern music business
34:00 What is more important: singles or albums?
36:25 Publishing might be the most important part of the business
39:00 Moon Walker coming to Seattle

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The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.

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