Bandtwango Music Podcast

Bandtwango Managing Director, Nicole Hoglund, sits down with Bandtwango co-founder, Carl Allocco, talking about crowdfunding, the music industry and their new 94twenty podcast they'll be launching in April.

John Alexander and Bandtwango Managing Director Nicole Hoglund sit down with singer-songwriter, Liz Longley, to talk about her amazing experience with crowdfunding, her new album, and the state of the country music industry today.

John Alexander sits down with multi-platinum, singer/songwriter Deana Carter and talks about her career as well as the state of the country music scene today. Give it a listen!

A conversation with Nicole Hoglund, Bandtwango's new Managing Director. She brings more than 15 years of experience in marketing, business, and organizational communication and restructuring to her position. Having achieved success in so many different fields, Nicole looks forward to sharing her expertise with Bandtwango.

Again, John Alexander sits down and chats with Greg Riggle, passionate music lover and master of all things publishing in Nashville. They talk about the state of songwriting today as well as how to effectively market your music.

John Alexander interviews Teutopolis, Illinois native, small town sensation Dakota Danielle who broke into the country scene with the release of her debut single “One Church”. Following the loss of her mother last year, the 26-year-old dove into writing to begin her healing process. This led to her debut EP My Mother's Daughter and her most recent single “One Day Closer To You.” Dakota filled her mother's role as caretaker to her father, who was battling cancer. When she lost her father in June, her latest track took on a profound meaning. It evokes a visceral response for anyone who has experienced loss. The self-penned projects are a reflection of her past and touch on the changes brought about by these challenging life events. Listen to her tell her story.

Part two ofJohn Alexander 's interview with Boston born singer/songwriter Kathleen Regan. She's as real as it gets. With her daring lyrics mixed with the driving backbone of Irish and folk music from her childhood plus a touch of today, she truly is one to watch.

John Alexander interviews Boston born singer/songwriter Kathleen Regan. She's as real as it gets. With her daring lyrics mixed with the driving backbone of Irish and folk music from her childhood plus a touch of today, she truly is one to watch.

Suzanne Alexander is one of the most respected on air personalities in Country Music. From her days on the air on various small and major market radio stations, including being the Music Director for WMJC-FM on Long Island, to her years as a TV host for Great American Country, and now as the writer and news reporter for Kix Brooks American Country Countdown, Suzanne has done it all. She has interviewed every top star in the industry. She currently also hosts the rodeo for CBS Sports. As one of Music Row’s most beloved reporters, Suzanne is often referred to as the “Barbara Walters of Country”. She is also a keen judge of talent, and her passion for Country, Old and New is unsurpassed. In part 1 of a 2 part interview, Suzanne and Bandtwango’s John Alexander (who she often calls her “brother from another mother”), Suzanne discussing her career beginnings, and affiliations with various organizations since entering the business.

Suzanne Alexander is one of the most respected on-air personalities in Country Music. From her days on the air on various small and major market radio stations, including being the Music Director for WMJC-FM on Long Island, to her years as a TV host for Great American Country, and now as the writer and news reporter for Kix Brooks American Country Countdown, Suzanne has done it all. She has interviewed every top star in the industry. She currently also hosts the rodeo for CBS Sports. As one of Music Row’s most beloved reporters, Suzanne is often referred to as the “Barbara Walters of Country”. She is also a keen judge of talent, and her passion for Country, Old and New is unsurpassed. In part 1 of a 2 part interview, Suzanne and Bandtwango’s John Alexander (who she often calls her “brother from another mother”), Suzanne discussing her career beginnings, and affiliations with various organizations since entering the business.

Part Two of the Phathead Podcast is here! Phathead, a husband and father of 3 beautiful kids, has been in radio since 1995. He started at WRHU/Hofstra University and hasn't looked back since. His first professional experience was interning for The Howard Stern Show in 1997. Since then over the past 20 years Phathead has been involved with dance music, top 40, adult contemporary, and now has found his forever home with country. He currently runs WJVC on Long Island and has hosted the morning show since the station’s sign on back in January of 2011. Phathead is considered one of the most respected country radio programmers in the industry. We were so glad to have him on for the podcast for this two part series. Enjoy the second half now! Here is part one, if you haven't listened yet: https://soundcloud.com/bandtwango-music-podcast/a-listen-into-country-radio-with-phathead-part-one-bandtwango-music-podcast

Phathead, a husband and father of 3 beautiful kids, has been in radio since 1995. He started at WRHU/Hofstra University and hasn't looked back since. His first professional experience was interning for The Howard Stern Show in 1997. Since then over the past 20 years Phathead has been involved with dance music, top 40, adult contemporary, and now has found his forever home with country. He currently runs WJVC on Long Island and has hosted the morning show since the station’s sign on back in January of 2011. Phathead is considered one of the most respected country radio programmers in the industry. We were so glad to have him on for the podcast for this two part series. Enjoy!

Regie Hamm has done it all: written chart topping singles, won SESAC writer of the year 4 times, raised a family, penned his novel ‘Angels and Idols’ -- and he is not stopping there. John talks to Regie about his personal story of hope and drive, growing up in a musical family, to his chart topping singles, to his children today. Regie is not only inspirational, but a force to be reckoned with in Nashville. Listen to episode 6 of the Bandtwango Music Podcast to hear from one of Nashville’s most touching, hit songwriters.

Greg Riggle, passionate music lover and master of all things publishing in Nashville, sits down with the Bandtwango Music Podcast. Greg and John start at the beginning where Greg fell in love with music, and explore how his 26+ years at SESAC taught him about the music industry. "Write your songs, perform your songs, give it your all, and, I think, the audience will find you", says Riggle. Listen to the 5th episode for an insider opinion on PROs and the basics of music publishing today.

Bandtwango talks to Jim Asker, Country Charts Manager for Billboard in Part 2 of our interview. Jim discusses the changes to the Country charts over the past several years with the advent of streaming, as well as the current state of the business of music here in Nashville.

Bandtwango sits down for Part 1 of an interview with Country Charts Manager for Billboard, Jim Asker. Jim talks about his 25+ years in the Country Music Industry, and what changes the business and charts have seen during this time.

Bandtwango talks with emerging country artist and 'Women Crush It' co-founder Melanie Meriney about her career and the current state of the country music industry for female artists.

Co-founders John Alexander & Carl Allocco discuss the beginnings of their company, Bandtwango.