The Music Business Gameplan

Music Business Gameplan Jim Dowell (Sammy Kershaw)

Launching a Country Star – The Jim Dowell Story In this episode of The Music Business Gameplan, we sit down with Jim Dowel—the man who discovered and managed country hitmaker Sammy Kershaw. From small-town Louisiana stages to major label record deals and platinum-selling albums, Jim shares the behind-the-scenes journey of launching one of country music’s most recognizable voices. Hear how he spotted Sammy’s potential, the strategy behind his breakout success, and the hard lessons learned navigating the business side of the music industry. Whether you're an aspiring artist, manager, or music business pro, this conversation is packed with real-world insight, candid stories, and timeless advice from a manager who’s been in the trenches. 🎧 Tune in and discover what it really takes to build a career that lasts.

Music Business Gameplan Jerry Kimbrough (Ray Stevens)

Mastering the Long Game with Jerry Kimbrough Podcast: The Music Business Gameplan In this episode, we sit down with one of Nashville’s most respected guitarists and educators—Jerry Kimbrough. From laying down tracks in the studio with top-tier artists to lighting up the stage with Ray Stevens, Jerry has built a multi-decade career on skill, strategy, and staying power. We dive into the inner workings of session life in Music City, the dynamics of performing live, and what it really takes to build a sustainable career as a working musician. As an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt and MTSU, Jerry also shares what today’s students need to understand about the evolving music industry—from business fundamentals to creative resilience. Whether you're a musician, manager, or aspiring artist, this episode is packed with wisdom, war stories, and a gameplan for thriving in today’s music business.

Music Business Gameplan Dave McAfee (Toby Keith)

Behind the Beat with Dave McAfee: The Business of Touring with Toby Keith  In this exclusive episode, we sit down with Dave McAfee, longtime drummer and music director for Toby Keith, to uncover what really goes into running one of country music’s biggest touring machines. From building a powerhouse live band to managing logistics, budgets, and business decisions on the road, Dave shares what it takes to deliver a stadium-caliber show night after night.

Music Business Gameplan Tommy Tutone (867-5309/Jenny)

Tommy Tutone sits with the Music Business Gameplan. He clears the air about the background of one of the most iconic hits of all time, 867-5309/Jenny. Tommy also lets us know what he has been doing, provides insight into his new release, "How Good", and shares his interest in multiple genres of music.

Music Business Gameplan Jamie Brantley (Ronnie Milsap, David Loggins, Wet Willie)

Jamie Brantley, Guitarist, Vocalist, Songwriter, and Tour Manager, shares his experiences with the greats of all time on the Music Business Gameplan.