What Does A Music Manager Do? With the Legendary Ron Stone

Bob Dylan, Nirvana, The Eagles, Foo Fighters, Joni Mitchell, the Beastie Boys - all incredible artists in their own ways. What do they have in common? They were all managed by Ron Stone, our guest on today’s podcast. Ron has spent five decades at the center of the music industry, representing a legendary roster that spans from the folk-rock of the '60s to the boundary-pushing sounds of grunge and '90s alternative powerhouses. In this episode, we discuss what has stayed the same in an industry that seems to change every five minutes. Ron breaks down the transition from vinyl all the way to streaming, the current frenzy over music catalog buying, and the timeless strategies that apply whether you're in the 1960s or on TikTok. Featuring inside stories on Neil Young’s rights battles, the strategy behind Nirvana’s launch and more, this is a masterclass in the business of music and the history of some of the greatest artists of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices