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London's Pretty Cool
Episode 83: VENUExVENUE

London's Pretty Cool

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 15:40


Episode 83: VENUExVENUE In this episode we speak with Darryl Hurs about all things VENUExVENUE!  We learn about what to expect at this year's festival, how it will grow over the next few years, SONGxSONG, collaborating with LBC to create a beer, and more! Buy tickets: https://venuexvenue.com/

BrentonOnTour
Darryl Hurs - Indie Week/DIT Online Music Community

BrentonOnTour

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 47:30


Darryl Hurs stops by to chat the Indie Music Scene and Venue X Venue Festival Event Introduction: Indie Week and Venue X Venue Brent welcomes Darryl Hurs, who introduces the upcoming Venue X Venue festival happening from November 14-16 in London, Ontario. This event, featuring 60 artists across seven venues, is a significant addition to Ontario's vibrant music scene. DIT Platform and Industry Reset Post-COVID Darryl discusses his DIT (Do It Together) platform, a networking hub similar to LinkedIn but tailored for indie artists and industry professionals. Post-COVID, there's been a notable shift toward digital spaces, including online webinars and events through DIT, with mental health becoming a crucial focus as artists navigate new industry challenges. Supporting Indie Artists: Challenges and Opportunities Through DIT, Darryl's work centers on educating and connecting indie artists. He explains how shifts from record sales to streaming have reshaped artist careers, while social media has become essential for visibility. Challenges include navigating an industry that now demands more self-promotion and business savvy than ever before. London's Music Scene and Venue X Venue's Community Impact Venue X Venue is also a testament to London, Ontario's thriving music environment. With backing from the London Music Office, the festival aims to foster community by giving artists performance and networking opportunities, facilitating growth in the indie music sector. Festivals and Conferences as Career Catalysts Brent and Darryl highlight how festivals and conferences are crucial for indie artist growth, with networking being a key component. Darryl shares a personal example of meeting music industry icon Martin Atkins on MySpace, which evolved into a meaningful professional relationship. The Future of DIT and Venue X Venue DIT's mission is to provide growth avenues for indie artists and to create new industry connections. Darryl and Brent discuss the need for sustained support systems and platforms like DIT to help artists and professionals thrive in the evolving music landscape. Networking and Relationship-Building in the Music Industry Both Brent and Darryl stress the importance of networking, sharing that respect for all members of the industry—from interns to executives—is essential, as today's juniors can become tomorrow's leaders. Festivals like Venue X Venue provide a prime environment for these connections. Data, Targeted Marketing, and International Reach Data analysis is increasingly valuable in the music industry. Darryl mentions tools like Chart Metric for identifying potential markets and using affordable online ads to test audience interest. Targeted marketing and understanding data help artists efficiently grow their fan base, especially when aiming to reach international markets. Social Media's Role in Today's Music Scene Social media has made it easier for indie artists to enter the industry, though maintaining authenticity remains a challenge. Darryl emphasizes the importance of a sustainable approach to career-building in a social-media-driven environment. Innovation and Wellness in the Music Industry's Future Looking forward, Darryl believes innovation and adaptability are crucial for the music industry's survival. Online platforms and webinars will continue to offer essential learning and networking opportunities. Moreover, Darryl highlights the importance of wellness, recalling past events where a full day was dedicated to mental health and wellness. Community and Collaboration Community is at the heart of Darryl's vision, with Venue X Venue and DIT both aiming to foster collaboration and support among artists. By working together, indie artists can create a more resilient music industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The First Act Podcast
Conquering the Canadian Music Biz with Darryl Hurs (IndieWeek, CD Baby, Downtown Music Group) - Part 3/3

The First Act Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 23:27


Listen in as we deconstruct major changes in the industry, how to thrive as an artist and business professional and how YOU can forge your own path as in this wild industry. This is an episode you won't want to miss! 

The First Act Podcast
Conquering the Canadian Music Biz with Darryl Hurs (IndieWeek, CD Baby, Downtown Music Group) - Part 2/3

The First Act Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 22:44


Listen in as we deconstruct major changes in the industry, how to thrive as an artist and business professional and how YOU can forge your own path as in this wild industry. This is an episode you won't want to miss! 

The First Act Podcast
Conquering the Canadian Music Biz with Darryl Hurs (IndieWeek, CD Baby, Downtown Music Group) - Part 1/3

The First Act Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 23:57


Listen in as we deconstruct major changes in the industry, how to thrive as an artist and business professional and how YOU can forge your own path as in this wild industry. This is an episode you won't want to miss! 

The Talk Music Podcast
Season 3, Episode 4: Darryl Hurs

The Talk Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2023 52:14


The TALK MUSIC podcast this week features a great fun chat with guest DARRYL HURS who has a 30 plus year history in the music business. Darryl runs one of Canada's largest artist showcase festivals and conferences, INDIE WEEK and recently founded an additional 3 music conferences to help artists and anybody interested in a career in music navigate the biz. Our conversation includes the current state of the industry and how to monetize your career with tackling social media and networking. Darryl also currently works for CD Baby, he teaches at Harris institute in Toronto and his past resume includes graphic design, branding and event marketing for LIVE NATION as a freelancer. Darryl also recently launched a brand new online community for music industry professionals to connect and collaborate called DIT.  More info here https://www.indieweek.com The Talk Music Podcast features host Tom Treumuth, a Multi-Platinum music producer/manager/entrepreneur. The focus is on both Canadian and Global music commentary. Over his 40 year music career, Tom has worked across all aspects of the music industry, including as a talent scout for RCA New York (working closely with Gene Simmons) and producing over 60 albums, with 8 achieving Gold and Platinum status (Honeymoon Suite, Helix, Big Sugar). His Hypnotic label released over 100 albums across all genres via A&M/Universal. Tom also owned and ran a recording studio, was signed as a songwriter to RCA Publishing in New York, did artist management and served as a booking agent. More recently, Tom was Co-Managing Director of indie label Frostbyte (Universal) where he was involved in signing the Headstones and Matt Good. Tom also co-founded Latitude 44, a tech conference in Toronto and was Artistic Director for Estonian Music Week. Tom's career started as a musician in True Myth, who recorded the world's 1st digital rock album on Warner Music. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at: The Talk Music Podcast

Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast
Episode 445 – Indie Week Founder Darryl Hurs, Playlists Control The Industry, And Audio Consumption

Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 36:36


My guest this week is Darryl Hurs, who has a 25 year history in the music business including launching and running Indie Week Canada (Nov 8 - 12), one of Canada's largest emerging artist showcase conferences. He has also launched Music Pro Summit, SCREENxSCREEN and the indie101 online music and tech conferences.  Darryl currently is also the director of market development in Canada for online distributor, CD Baby. Some of his past positions include graphic design and event branding for Live Nation, artist manager and venue booker. During the interview we spoke about the advice that led him to change careers, getting a job with Live Nation, the biggest mistake indie artists make, trends in the indie world, and much more. I spoke with Daryl via zoom from his office in Toronto. On the intro I'll take a look at how playlists control the music industry, and the way consumers listen to audio every day. var podscribeEmbedVars = { epId: 84033728, backgroundColor: 'white', font: undefined, fontColor: undefined, speakerFontColor: undefined, height: '600px', showEditButton: false, showSpeakers: true, showTimestamps: true };

TODDCast Podcast
Ep280 Dirty Honey Marc Labelle, Fitness Trainer Skylar Gates & Indie Week Darryl Hurs (09 06 '22)

TODDCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 58:27


Ep280 Dirty Honey Marc Labelle, Fitness Trainer Skylar Gates & Indie Week Darryl Hurs (09 06 '22) by Todd Hancock

TODDCast Podcast
Darryl Hurs (Indie Week founder) - THE FULL 32 MINUTE CONVO

TODDCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 32:24


Darryl Hurs (Indie Week founder) - THE FULL 32 MINUTE CONVO by Todd Hancock

INDIE ARENA | MUSIC BIZ PODCAST
CD Baby Market Development | Indie Week Creator Darryl Hurs [Interview]

INDIE ARENA | MUSIC BIZ PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 23:50


Director, Market Development in Canada, CD Baby Darryl Hurs (CD Baby / Indie Week) has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest emerging artist showcase festivals and conference, Indie Week Canada. Darryl currently is the director of market development in Canada for CD Baby. During COVID he has begun holding multiple online conferences and events including SCREEN x SCREEN music and tech conference (FEB 2021) and indie101 (APR 2021). Darryl has also negotiated numerous sponsorship and partnership agreements including those with Jack Daniels, Jagermeister, CD Baby, SLAIGHT MUSIC, and more. Past positions include graphic design/branding for Live Nation as a freelancer. Work included corporate rebranding, event marketing assets, work for known artists such as U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Dave Matthews and the launching of VIPNATION.com. Darryl also has past experience as a booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli) where he has either worked with or booked shows for Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), The Trews, Matt Mays, Matthew Good, Hozier, Young the Giant and many more. In the past two years Darryl has also launched three new online music and tech conferences Music Pro Summit (Sept 6- 8), SCREENxSCREEN (Feb), and indie101 (May). Indie Week also hosts a weekly music education event Indie Weekly. https://www.indieweek.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/elevatemusicbusiness/message

Female Entrepreneur Musician with Bree Noble
Music Release Schedule And Strategy with Darryl Hurs of CD Baby & Indie Week

Female Entrepreneur Musician with Bree Noble

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 38:46


The Business of Meetings
112: Music was My First Love with Darryl Hurs

The Business of Meetings

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 35:56


Music was My First Love with Darryl Hurs - Episode 112 We are delighted to be speaking with a legend in the music industry today! Darryl Hurs is the Founder of Indie Week in Toronto. He is also the Managing Director of Downtown Global.  Darryl has created online conferences and worked with famous bands and musicians like U2, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Dave Matthews. Darryl is a fascinating individual! In this episode, he tells his story, talks about music, marketing, and engagement, and paints a vivid picture of the future of conferences.  We hope you enjoy listening to today's captivating conversation with Darryl Hurs! Bio: Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business, including launching and running one of Canada's largest music showcase festivals and the conference, Indie Week. In the past two years, he founded three new online conferences: Music Pro Summit, indie101, and SCREENxSCREEN. Recently hired as the Managing Director for Downtown Music in Canada heading the Canadian operations for Fuga, Songtrust, Adrev, Found.ee, CD Baby, and Downtown Music Services. His past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer (projects included a corporate rebrand and logo design, launching VIPNATION.com, work for U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Dave Matthews) retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli). Growing up in Canada Darryl grew up in Edmonton. He already knew in grade six that he wanted to get into the music business. The music industry in Canada was in Toronto, so he moved there when he was older, looking to do what he does now. Darryl's story Darryl wanted to be a musician, so he studied guitar at MacEwan University in Edmonton. Then he joined a band and moved with it from Edmonton to Toronto. When the band moved back to Edmonton, Darryl remained in Toronto. He knew nobody there, so he started networking, volunteering, hustling, playing, and auditioning. He began carving out his career when he became a booker for a venue, started managing bands, and did all the promotions and bookings for the bands he was in. Then he took a desktop publishing course and started earning a living doing graphics and design.  Live Nation He landed Live Nation as a client for eight or nine years, during which time he also launched VIPNATION.Com for them, rebranded the company, and did event marketing and advertising for several famous artists. He gained experience in marketing and promoting events and engaging fans. A promotion Darryl has been the country rep for CD Baby in Canada for three years. At the end of last year, he received a promotion and is now the Managing Director for Canada for Downtown Global. Covid When Covid hit, they lost everything and started doing conferencing online. Since then, they have launched another three successful other online music conferences. They now have several different projects on the go and are on par with where they were at the start of Covid. Indie Week Darryl created Indie Week because no festivals in Toronto focused on local artists. It was a music festival and also a music conference. Just before Covid, Indie Week in Toronto was doing about 240 bands from all around the world for four nights at 24 music venues in downtown Toronto. (Before that, they were doing the UK, but they stopped when Brexit happened.) In Indie Week, they got the industry out to look at the bands and vote for the band that deserved to play at Indie Week in the UK. Then, at Indie Week in the UK, they would pick a band to bring to Canada.  Comafest Since Covid, they have partnered with a Comafest in Brazil. They have taken an artist there every year and intend to take a few artists there in August 2022. Their objective is to build the international partnerships they started online, partner with other existing festivals, and take artists to those festivals. Online conferences They plan to continue their conference online. What set their conference apart from all other conferences happening during the Covid lockdown was that they were 110% invested in doing it online.  Positive feedback They have had a lot of praise and positive feedback for their online conferences! They could get higher-level speakers because they did not have to fly anyone anywhere.  The Indie Week online Music Conference They took the music conference and broke it down into different demographics to go online. Now, Screen X Screen, which is about music and tech, happens in February each year. Indie 101 is about education, and it happens in May. Music Pro Summit hosts high-level industry discussions and takes place in September. Indie Week is their hub, so they try to bring everything together in one place and focus on international connections. Many people have said that it is one of the best online conferences they have ever attended. The platform Their platform, Whova, is open to engagement and connecting with others. All their programs are recorded and people can talk online for three months. So any attendee can still go through the speaker and attendee list and message them after the conference. People are learning how to use the platform and taking advantage of it! A community Their free weekly sessions focus on being real. The sessions have helped grow their community because people love having the connection! Value People add value. Darryl believes that if you offer help first things will happen, and if you do something that engages with people, it will become valuable. So focus on people first, and monetization later. Online is working well They are planning to stay online because it is working well. They are also looking for ways to utilize what they have done online and do something in person when the time is right to do so. The goal The goal for Indie Week is that the participants make connections that turn into a real business. Online versus face-to-face People make a mistake when they try to recreate a face-to-face event online. Indie Week is an online experience, and the organizers are making the most of it! They are not trying to do what they would normally do in person.  Valuable experience They gained valuable experience from doing four online events in one year. They learned to utilize the positive aspects of the online experience and capitalize on them. AI Darryl believes that AI will make it possible for anything to happen musically in the future! Music marketing for artists Everyone in the world is online today, so artists need to plug into social marketing. That means using Facebook ads and Instagram ads and knowing how to use the data to locate their audience and the areas where people are tuning in the most. Then they need to start feeding different ads to that market to build a story. They can also use billboard ads, magazines, and online advertising programs like Found.ee. How can artists get known? Artists should focus on what they do and how to use tools to elevate that. They should focus on where their audience is and try to get as many fans as possible to engage. Engaging audiences at conferences People need to talk less about business and more about who they are and how they are doing. Digital is global, so there is value in considering how to elevate an in-person event to online. Being inclusive is also vital.    Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website   Connect with Darryl Hurs On LinkedIn Indie Week  

Modern Musician
Strategic Scheduling To Optimize Fanbase Growth with Darryl Hurs

Modern Musician

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 54:46


Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest emerging artist showcase festivals and conference, Indie Week Canada. Darryl currently is the director of market development in Canada for CD Baby. He's also worked for known artists such as U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Dave Matthews and the launching of VIPNATION.com.Darryl breaks down the very best strategies artists can use to optimize their time, and shares a roadmap to plan your next 12-24 months. If you've ever felt like you need a better way to get from point A to point B, this episode is for you. Here's what you'll learn: A smart blueprint for planning your entire year How to manage your time to 10X your results The best time for indie-artists to write, record, tour, and more Get your Tickets for the 2022 Indie 101 Online Music Conference here: https://indie101.com/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor 

Creative Innovators with Gigi Johnson
Out on a Limb . . . with Darryl Hurs

Creative Innovators with Gigi Johnson

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 47:33 Transcription Available


Question: How can you build a rich creative life based on referrals and going out on a limb? Guest: Darryl Hurs, Owner/CEO, Indie Week; Managing Director, Downtown Canada; Director, Market Development, Canada, CD Baby; Educator, Harris Institute In this episode, Darryl Hurs shares his journey from studying music, working in retail at HMV, and being in a band to building a dynamic life in digital arts and music business through the reach of the people he has met and putting himself out there, even if he was uncomfortable.  His work of getting and giving work to others launched his own early work for Live Nation in launching VIPNATION.  His life ever since has all been about referrals and reaching out.  He built Indie Week from booking venues and creating discovery opportunities for new music.  He threads together stories of expanded risk-taking from one group of skills and people to bigger opportunities -- and how the referral is at the core of building his work in the world. BioDarryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running Indie Week (one of Canada's largest music showcase festivals and conferences). In the past two years, he has founded 3 new online conferences: Music Pro Summit, indie101, and SCREENxSCREEN.  Darryl recently has been hired as the Managing Director for Downtown Music in Canada heading the Canadian operations for FUGA, Songtrust, Adrev, Found.ee, and CD Baby. His past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer (projects included a corporate rebrand and logo design, launching https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FVIPNATION.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1JJoXtUf8frYUUJXLSFq4B192UiBfCCXIMQ_infOWA6ceUBHf09cMUFOY&h=AT3PF4tMKiuFYznYiaNVzLn54IXvbG67ZIMbfAqu8L2__QsrZpG4zoZ9Y0RkzAuA3PKQI4iyUi8i_53dhkuQ1laPfkJT18LHbBEzQrauDgpD86EXi9k9_3xpUnnUdhyqNxVnvLsQ2eIpS8jv7A (VIPNATION.com), work for U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Dave Matthews), retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli). Linkshttps://www.indieweek.com/ (Indie Week) https://indie101.com/ (Indie 101) http://musicprosummit.com/ (Music Pro Summit) http://www.screenxscreen.com/ (Screen x Screen) https://www.downtownmusic.com/ (Downtown Music) Twitter: https://twitter.com/darrylhurs (DarrylHurs), https://twitter.com/indieweek (IndieWeek), https://twitter.com/downtownmusic (Downtown Music) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darryl_hurs/ (Darryl_Hurs), https://www.instagram.com/indieweek/ (Indie Week), https://www.instagram.com/downtownholdco/ (Downtown Music) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darryl.hurs (Darryl.Hurs), https://www.facebook.com/indieweek/ (Indie Week) https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrylhurs/ (LinkedIn) Our Mission Through our guests' stories, we aim to inspire current and future change agents who are creatives, entrepreneurs, researchers, or community leaders who are seeking inspiration and support around creative innovation — changing the ways we create, collaborate, engage, change lives, and build communities. Your Host: Gigi Johnson, EdD I run transformative programs, speak/moderate, invest, advise, and produce multimedia on creativity and technology.  I taught for 22 years at UCLA, where I ran the Center for Music Innovation and the podcast "Innovating Music," built four industry-connecting programs, and taught undergraduates, MBAs, and executives about disruption in creative industries.  Before UCLA, I financed media M&A at Bank of America for ten years. Connect with Us https://maremel.com/creative-innovators-podcast/ (Our Website) How to submit a Creative Innovator Guest: https://maremel.com/creative-innovators-podcast/guest-information/ (Information Page) Subscribe to our newsletter http://eepurl.com/bugPcj (here). Join our Patreon community https://www.patreon.com/creativeinnovators (here).

Break the Business Podcast
BTB Ep 322: The Fair Act for California label artists; Darryl Hurs of the Indie101 Conference joins

Break the Business Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 60:23


TOPICS: Labels are trying to stop changes to California law that would provide relief to artists signed to record deals in California; we also talk about Easter egg hunts; we interview Darryl Hurs of the Indie101 Online Music Conference. You can find out more about our guest's work by visiting www.indie101.com Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.ryankairalla.com to find out more about Ryan's entertainment, education, and business projects.”

TODDCast Podcast
Listen To This 187 - Indie Week Founder Darryl Hurs On Cheap Trick & Bay City Rollers (03 29 '22)

TODDCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 2:08


Listen To This 187 - Indie Week Founder Darryl Hurs On Cheap Trick & Bay City Rollers (03 29 '22) by Todd Hancock

The Profitable Musician Show
Music Release Strategy For Indie Artists With Darryl Hurs From CD Baby & Indie Week

The Profitable Musician Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 33:45


Finding a distributor and having a release strategy has always been tricky for up-and-coming artists. These days, you can actually do it yourself and release as a DIY artist. Learn how to be an indie artist and still be known across the globe. Join your host Bree Noble as she sits down with Darryl Hurs from CD Baby & Indie Week. Darryl is the Director of Marketing Development Canada for CD Baby and is the CEO of one of Canada's largest artist showcases, Indie Week. Join today's conversation so you can learn how to be a creator in today's world of music distribution.

Go Produce
This 18 Month Release Plan Changes Everything for Upcoming Artists

Go Produce

Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 59:12


“If I want to do it, it comes from me. It's not just going to happen.” - Darryl Hurs“Even when you become big in Canada it doesn't translate to anywhere else.” - Darryl HursWelcome to SZN 5 of Go Produce! I'm your Show Host, Big Lou! Our mission is to be the go-to community for Indie Artists looking to kick off or level up their careers and to empower the creative entrepreneur providing them with all the resources they require to reach and exceed their goals. We seek to have all committed Indie Music Artists - and their communities -  profit off of their passion. Independent artists can always get smarter. At Go Produce we become SmArtists. Join our Discord to connect with like-minded people.SmArtist ShoutoutBrad Beard - Photographer & Music Video DirectorShow NotesSmArtists, Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest indie music festivals and conferences. He was recently hired as the Director of Market Development for CD Baby CA. Past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer where his projects included a corporate rebrand and logo design, launching VIPNATION.com, work for U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Dave Matthews, and was a booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues known as The Rivoli. Key Questions I Asked1. How would you describe your experience with the various partnerships you've had over the years?2. Who were some of the first people on your team? What did you offer them?3. Expand on Indie Week in November, 101 Music Conference in April, Screen x Screen in February, and Music Pro Summit in September. 4. What were some major obstacles that you've overcome with your diverse experience?Hot Topics1. What upcoming artists are guilty of and how to fix it.2. Framework for upcoming artists to follow.3. The Best Theory.4. Overcoming self-sabotage for upcoming artists.5. 18 Month Release Plan.6. Sneaky promotional tricks.My Favourite Quote“If you overdeliver then they will come back and continue the relationship.” - Darryl HursI'm not sure how many times I've heard how important it is to provide value to others. Give more than you receive. It's not like this is a hidden secret that only successful people have access to. There are obviously people out here that take advantage of those who give more than they receive. By giving you will learn how to deal with these people. What is your experience with this? Let me know here!SmArtist Homework1. Like us on Instagram2. Join the free Facebook SmArtist Group3. Join our Discord4. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel5. Send Big Lou an email (louis@goproduce.ca) with a screenshot of you following each of the socials, a song you want to promote, a bio that is a sentence or two long, and how we can support you.If you do all four of the steps then Big Lou will share a personalized story on the Go Produce Instagram including the information that you shared. You also gain access to more resources and more opportunities for support. It's smart. You're smart.Indie WeekCD BabySupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)

No Sleep Til Sudbury with Brent Jensen
NSTS Episode 231 - Music Business Veteran Darryl Hurs

No Sleep Til Sudbury with Brent Jensen

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 34:41


Happy New Year! NSTS kicks off 2022 with music biz veteran and indie act champion Darryl Hurs.  Darryl has been a massive supporter of independent artists for decades, and he provides some fascinating insights on today's music industry and what it means to be an indie artist in the digital age. We also chat about grunge deep cuts, Eddie Vedder being the last surviving grunge singer, how U2 took over the world, and Prince as a guitar player.  Hurs' playlist: Olivia Vedder – I Am My Father's Daughter Glen Hansard – Falling Slowly Prince – Purple Rain U2 – Kite Temple of the Dog – Times of Trouble Harm and Ease – Cut Me Loose Alice In Chains – Nutshell Pearl Jam - Indifference     

Funktastic Chats
How Indie Week Went Bigger and Better Virtually with Darryl Hurs

Funktastic Chats

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 45:24


Want to learn how to break through the noise and clutter in order to stand out as an artist?Indie Week "in-person" is a live festival that showcased artists around the world to industry professionals with 240 international bands and took up over 25 bars in downtown Toronto. When COVID happened, Darryl took this opportunity to create a massive 5 day virtual experience with 68+ Panels and 80+ speakers! Speakers include Rock N' Roll Hall of Famer, Marky Ramone (The Ramones), Steve Stewart (Stone Temple Pilots), CDBaby, BandZoogle, and many more! Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest indie music festivals and conference, Indie Week. Recently hired as the director of market development for CD Baby in Canada. Past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer (projects included a corporate rebrand and logo design, launching VIPNATION.com, work for U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Dave Matthews) retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli).www.Indieweek.com

thebuzzr pod
Darryl Hurs | CDBaby

thebuzzr pod

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 47:15


Hey, y'all. I am Shay. This is thebuzzr podcast. On air indie, from my pad to yours over the airways. Today on the show, Darryl Hurs, Director of Market Development Canada for CDBaby. Join our educational chat. We talk about the current online community launch of Indie Week and the general state of the music industry in the post-Covid world we all have to act with. Thank you for tuning in tonight. Enjoy the show! Cheers!

Making Money in the Music Business
MMMB Podcast 179 - Interview With Indie Week Founder & CD Baby Marketing Director Darryl Hurs

Making Money in the Music Business

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 44:00


Director of Marketing for CDBaby Canada and Founder of Indie Week, Darryl Hurs is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #179. Darryl shares a plethora of valuable information as it relates to the new age of virtual conferences and DIY opportunities available for today's independent artists. Darryl also explains the importance of building community online and how it impacts the growth of a musician's business as well as their artistry. Listeners will receive information on how they can attend this year's Indie Week conference as well as be inspired to continue to build careers in the music industry by using various online resources and tools. For conference information, visit www.indieweek.com Follow Darryl Hurs: IG @darryl_hurs

Being In A Band
Building A Fanbase With Darryl Hurs From CD Baby + Indie Music Week

Being In A Band

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 33:28


Today I'm speaking with the Director of Market Development in Canada for online distributor, CD Baby and founder of Indie Week Darryl Hurs! We talk all about his 25-year background in the music industry (specifically working with independent artists), how new artists can stand out and cultivate a fanbase, marketing tips and more! Links & Resources Get free tickets to Indie Music Week (Use code 'BBfree')! Download Free Resources Get a 30-day free trial + 15% off your first year of Bandzoogle Follow Darryl/Indie Music Week:WebsiteFacebookInstagram (Indie Music Week)Instagram (Darryl) Follow Monica:InstagramTwitterFacebook

Social Animals
Darryl Hurs

Social Animals

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 56:36


This week I am hanging out with Darryl Hurs Darryl is the Director of Marketing Development for CDBaby and Owner/Founder and Head of International Development of Indie Week. Darryl has an incredibly busy schedule but he has generously spent some of his time talk to me about Secret Restaurants, Helping make connections and a new discovery about himself! You can follow Darryl here: www.indieweek.com www.indie101.com www.musicprosummit.com www.screenxscreen.com www.facebook.com/indieweek https://www.facebook.com/Indie101Toronto Subscribe to automatically get Darryl's episode and more episodes of Social Animals. Tell your friends, comment below and enjoy the stories! Thanks for listening!

The Kids on the Escalator
DC Fandome review + Indie Week with Darryl Hurs (Cd Baby/Indie Week)

The Kids on the Escalator

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 91:46


DC Fandome just happened with loads of announcements about Batman, Superman, The Flash, Black Atom and more! We break it all down with special guest Darryl Hurs (Indie Week/CD Baby) plus discuss Indie Week and all the fun things happening over there this year! Also, we have listener voicemail this week and Chris Machete deep dives into DC Comics!

The New Music Industry Podcast | MusicEntrepreneurHQ.com | with David Andrew Wiebe
242 – Going to Conferences to Grow Your Music Career – with Darryl Hurs of Indie Week

The New Music Industry Podcast | MusicEntrepreneurHQ.com | with David Andrew Wiebe

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 67:29


Are you actively making new connections to grow your music career? Have you made it a point to attend conferences and events to build your rolodex? That's what we're going to be looking at in this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast. Podcast Highlights: Coming soon. Transcription: Coming soon. Closing Segment We just launched […] The post 242 – Going to Conferences to Grow Your Music Career – with Darryl Hurs of Indie Week appeared first on Music Entrepreneur HQ.

Music On Your Own Terms
Music On Your Own Terms 130 "Sumo Cyco - Head Wounds & Hijinks!"

Music On Your Own Terms

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 51:49


Music On Your Own Terms 130 - Sumo Cyco - Head Wounds & Hijinks! Joining me for episode 130 is Sumo Cyco, who we first heard about in episode 113 with Darryl Hurs! Matt and Skye graciously take time out of their vacation to talk about the history of the band, how they met each other when Skye was a pop singer signed with Capitol records, and hired Matt as her guitar player. We also hear about the knowledge they gained from the corporate machine, touring with Brittany Spears, and the world of major labels, that informed them of how to run an indie band as a business. Finally Matt talks us through his guitar gear, Skye talks about her various head injuries, and we hear just how much passion the guys have for music and the deeper meaning that fuels everything they do. Click here for the main show notes page! Sumo Cyco on the web - http://sumocyco.com Sumo Cyco on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sumocyco Sumo Cyco on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sumocyco/ Sumo Cyco on Bandcamp - https://sumocyco.bandcamp.com Topics discussed in this episode : Darryl Hurs | Jinjer | Gas Monkey Bar & Grill | Skindred | Benji Webbe | Dub War | Indie Week | Hollywood Undead | Britney Spears | Capitol Records | Dodger | Sublime | Bad Brains | Bad Religion | NOFX | No Doubt | Butcher Babies | Napalm Records | Natalie Camillo | Fearless Records | The Oracle Management | Dez & Anahstasia Fafara | Devil Driver | Coal Chamber | Sonia Goldberg | Mesa Boogie | Dean | Positive Grid | Mooer GE-300 | Kemper | Axe FX | Helix | Pro Tools | Devin Townsend | Mooer Ocean Machine | Hellfest | Hammerfest Make sure you check out the Support The Podcast Page to get deals on various items mentioned above! --- Support the podcast by buying me a coffee! Thank you! --- Please welcome our new sponsor Ignite Your Music Career! You may remember in episode 90, I chatted to internationally acclaimed musician and educator Craig Dodge, about sync licensing and his course Ignite Your Music Career. Ignite teaches you how to earn more royalties, up front sync fees, and recurring revenue from your music. Learn more or sign up today here! --- Check out the new merch in the store at store.musiconyourownterms.com, or click the link in the menu. --- This episode is also sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more. Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430 --- Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/musiconyourownterms/ Twitter - http://twitter.com/MusicOnYourOwn1

The Kids on the Escalator
Darryl Hurs (Indie Week)

The Kids on the Escalator

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 104:52


This week we are joined by Darryl Hurs of Indie Week and CD Baby to talk about Indie 101 Music Conference April 20-24, 2021. Plus, Darryl passes along some important tips for aspiring musicians when trying to break in the music business and touches on some of the important things they may not be thinking about when promoting their product. We are also joined by indie musician James Shaw for a live Q&A with Darryl.Also, we kicked things off with Mike Pongracz (MP Voiceovers) to chat Disney's Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Zack Snyder's Justice League and set up next week's Wrestlemania Preview.

Music On Your Own Terms
Music On Your Own Terms 113 "Darryl Hurs - Indie 101"

Music On Your Own Terms

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 50:56


Music On Your Own Terms 113 - Darryl Hurs - Indie 101 This episode I'm joined by Indie Week Founder and Director of Market Development Canada for CD Baby, Darryl Hurs! Darryl talks about the upcoming Indie 101 conference that will be happening April 20th-24th, about Indie Week and Screen X Screen, as well as his experience working for CD Baby on their global team. We also hear about how Darryl got into music and some of the amazing experiences he's had while traveling the globe. This upcoming event is definitely a must attend for indie musicians, and is extremely affordable, especially considering the amount of education and networking opportunities available during the conference. I have already bought my ticket so I hope to see many of you online for the event. All the info is linked in the show notes of the episode. Click here for the main show notes page! Darryl Hurs on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrylhurs/ Darryl Hurs on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/darryl_hurs/?hl=en Darryl Hurs on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Darryl-Hurs-301000147098423 Indie Week on the web - https://www.indieweek.com/ CD Baby on the web - https://cdbaby.com Music in this episode is from Sumo Cyco Sumo Cyco on the web - https://sumo-cyco.myshopify.com Topics discussed in this episode : Toronto | Indie Week | Indie 101 | Screen X Screen | CD Baby DIY Musician Conference | Gig Life Pro | Sarah Guppy | NFTs | Digital/Virtual Merch | Whova | Live Nation | VIP Nation | HMV Records | Clubhouse | Fortnite | Marshmello | Diplo | Metallica | Iceland Volcano Eruption | SXSW | Sim São Paulo | Liverpool Sound City | Great Escape Make sure you check out the Support The Podcast Page to get deals on various items mentioned above! --- Help me get to 100 subscribers on YouTube! --- Please welcome our new sponsor Ignite Your Music Career! You may remember in episode 90, I chatted to internationally acclaimed musician and educator Craig Dodge, about sync licensing and his course Ignite Your Music Career. Ignite teaches you how to earn more royalties, up front sync fees, and recurring revenue from your music. Learn more or sign up today here! --- Check out the new merch in the store at store.musiconyourownterms.com, or click the link in the menu. --- This episode is also sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more. Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430 --- Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/musiconyourownterms/ Twitter - http://twitter.com/MusicOnYourOwn1

Darryl Talks To Bands
Darryl Hurs / Indie Week

Darryl Talks To Bands

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 41:54


Darryl returns to share some insight on the music industry. We spoke in season 1 and things have changed quite a bit since then.Always a fascinating discussion with the other Darryl

Bob's Basement: A Podcast About Change
Darryl Hurs creator of IndieWeek Canada

Bob's Basement: A Podcast About Change

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 52:57


Darryl Hurs is the founder of IndieWeek Canada. IndieWeek is an independent music and industry festival based in Toronto. Thanks to the pandemic Bands and venues are hurting. Beyond hurting in fact. IndieWeek is trying to do anything it can to "pivot" to "evolve" and indeed to change to better accommodate new and upcoming bands, managers and promoters. If you want an idea of where the music and live events industry is headed - this episode is for you.

The Music Biz Weekly
Ep. 455 How Industry Conventions Have Evolved and Changed During the Pandemic with Darryl Hurs

The Music Biz Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 45:00


This week we discuss how industry conventions have evolved and changed during the COVID pandemic with Darryl Hurs from Indie Week / CD Baby. Visit: http://www.IndieWeek.com Visit http://cdbaby.com MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · 455 How Industry Conventions Have Evolved and Changed During the Pandemic with Darryl Hurs Our Sponsors: • Music Biz Weekly podcast listeners can go to […]

Rainbow Country
Episode 28: INDIE WEEK 2020 Coverage

Rainbow Country

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 119:58


RAINBOW COUNTRY A 2 HOUR Syndicated Gay radio show & #1 LGBT Podcast working to give voice to the LGBT Community & BEYOND! ON EPISODE 227: Coverage of Canadian Music Festival INDIE WEEK 2020 We'll hear from founder Darryl Hurs as well as the WORDS & MUSIC from some TALENTED Canadian Artists + RAINBOW COUNTRY CONTRIBUTOR Musician & Activist Anna Gutmanis talks about The Shadow Pandemic Domestic Violence & the LGBT Community Artists featured on this episode: Focus Your Audio Keats Conlon QuAnthem Michelle Treacy Sarah Porter Terra Spencer Sean Beaver Vissia Thor Simonsen Shauna SeeTeeNak Aocelyn Kelly Fraser Dinosoul

Music: Then and Now
Music: Then and Now

Music: Then and Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 27:03


This live interview was recorded as part of Indie Week 2020 with host of Music: Then and Now Jordan B. Wright interviewing Shawnee Kish. Award Winning Two Spirit artist, proud Mohawk from the Six Nations of the Grand River on her mother's side, Shawnee is the first Indigenous winner in CBC Searchlight's 12 year history. Shawnee performed alongside powerful women on TedWomen, is a role model featured on Kids Help Phone, is featured on a new television series on APTN, as well as the Edmonton Regional Finalist for the Canadian Music Week Talent Search. Special Thanks to Darryl Hurs who asked Jordan B. Wright to interview a celebrity for Indie Week to highlight someone within the community. Grave Digger written by Shawnee and Jordan B. Wright, recorded at Metal Works while in the band She King which consisted of Shawnee vocals, Jordan bass, Azur guitar, and Cathy Marchese on drums. Cover Art Design by Tania Willems Warrior Heart by Shawnee

Music: Then and Now
Music: Then and Now

Music: Then and Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2020 22:19


Award Winning Two Spirit artist, proud Mohawk from the Six Nations of the Grand River on her mother's side, Shawnee is the first Indigenous winner in CBC Searchlight's 12 year history. Shawnee performed alongside powerful women on TedWomen, is a role model featured on Kids Help Phone, is featured on a new television series on APTN, as well as the Edmonton Regional Finalist for the Canadian Music Week Talent Search. This live interview was held on Friday November 13th as part of Indie Week thanks to Darryl Hurs who invited Jordan to interview a celebrity. Jordan reached out to Shawnee as they played and wrote together in a band called She King back in the day. Shawnee discusses her journey coming out, coming into herself as Two Spirit, personal struggles with family, growing up, and overcoming suicidal thoughts as a young person. Jordan shares his personal experiences coming into himself as a trans guy after being in the closet for so long. Shawnee talks about the process of being the winner of CBC Searchlight 2020 with her song submitted Building A Wall. Shawnee discusses her experience writing Wild Woman for the voting rights album produced by Gengger Shankar and William Stanbro And She Could Be Next encouraging cultural women's voices in America to stand up and be heard while we now have Kamala Harris being voted in as the first woman of color VP; a time to celebrate! Part 2 coming soon! Stay tuned Cover Art Design by Tania Willems Music: Building A Wall clips - Shawnee Warrior Heart clips - Shawnee https://www.shawneekish.com/  

Music: Then and Now
Music: Then and Now

Music: Then and Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 1:01


Darryl Hurs runs one of Canada's largest emerging artist showcase festivals and conference, Indie Week Canada. Indie Week is an online international conference this year focused on education from Tuesday November 10th until Saturday November 14th. Music: Then and Now host Jordan B. Wright will be interviewing talented Two Spirit artist Shawnee on Friday November 13th 5:00 PM EST as part of Indie Week. Cover Art Design by Tania Willems Tickets and info: https://www.indieweek.com/

Music: Then and Now
Music: Then and Now

Music: Then and Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 35:16


Darryl Hurs recently hired by CD Baby for market development in Canada has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest emerging artist showcase festivals and conference, Indie Week Canada. Past positions include graphic design/branding for Live Nation as a freelancer (corporate branding, event marketing assets, including work for known artists such as U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Dave Matthews and the launching of VIPNATION.com website), retail buyer at HMV, booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli), and performing in various musical acts. Indie Week is an online conference this year focused on education from Tuesday November 10th until Saturday November 14th. Banda Trampa - Você clip Cover Art Design by Tania Willems https://www.indieweek.com/

Welcome with Karim Kanji
Darryl Hurs of Indie Week and CD Baby | Welcome to The Music

Welcome with Karim Kanji

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 64:56


Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada’s largest indie music festivals and conference, Indie Week. Recently, Darryl was hired as the director of market development for CD Baby in Canada. Past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer, retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto’s top live music venues.

Welcome To The Music
Darryl Hurs | Indie Week & CD Baby

Welcome To The Music

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2020 65:05


Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada’s largest indie music festivals and conference, Indie Week. Recently, Darryl was hired as the director of market development for CD Baby in Canada. Past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer, retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto’s top live music venues.

The Business Side of Music
#136 - The Virtual Music Conference May Become the New Norm

The Business Side of Music

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 34:37


In 2019, "Indie Week" had 24 music venues in downtown Toronto Canada, Over 220 International artists performing and showcasing in those venues, with 350 music industry delegates in attendance. The 5-day conference of Indie Week focused on education, networking, business development, and how to grow internationally. After 18 years running, In 2020 Indie Week is moving entirely online for the very first time, running from November 10th thru the 14th due to the restrictions of the Covid 19 Pandemic. Darryl Hurs who is the creator and founder of one of Canada's largest Indie Music Festivals and Conferences, along with being the Director of Market Development for CD Baby in Canada, talks about how they initially decided to cancel this year's event, but after some thought determined to take it online, and the challenges and struggles they had to go thru in order to find the right software and platforms to make this conference work. The virtual conference may become the new norm, at least for the immediate future, especially since polls are trending that even with the Coronavirus brought under control it could still take 6 months or longer, especially with international acts and markets to get things back to normal. Some of the tracks taking place at this year's Indie Week include: Education including panels and workshops Keynote Speakers Business Development International Development (how to do business in different markets and territories) Artist Pitching DIY Sessions focusing on publishing, distribution, marketing, PR, Playlisting, etc We also take the time to discuss what the functions of CD Baby are these days, not that the music delivery system has changed so much in the past few years. Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada's largest indie music festivals and conference, Indie Week. Recently hired as the director of market development for CD Baby in Canada. Past positions include design and branding/marketing for Live Nation as a freelancer (projects included a corporate rebrand and logo design, launching VIPNATION.com, work for U2, Nickelback, Madonna, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Dave Matthews) retail buyer at HMV, and booker for one of Toronto's top live music venues (The Rivoli). www.indieweek.com The Business Side of Music ™ © 2020 Beyond the Music Co-Produced & Hosted (by the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender  Co-Producer, Creator & Technical Advisor (the man behind the curtain): Tom Sabella Director of Video & Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Editor (the “ums' and “aahs' removal guy who makes us sound good): Mark Sabella Marketing & Social Media: Kaitlin Fritts Executive Assistant & Researcher: Meagan Droke All Around Problem Solver: Connie Ribas Recorded at: The Bunker in Franklin, TN (except during the Covid 19 pandemic, then it's pretty much done VIA Skype or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's living room… and there are a few). Mixed & Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Production Sound Design: Keith Stark Voice Over & Promo: Lisa Fuson Website: businesssideofmusic.com  Stream or Download (free) businesssideofmusic.com  To submit to be interviewed: musicpodcast@mail.com Sponsorship information businesssideofmusic.com/sponsor-affiliate/ Join our mailing list for show announcements, career advice, industry discounts, free gifts, and more.  Like Free Special Thanks to Tom Sabella and Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original “Business Side of Music” podcast, and trusting us to carry on their legacy. For our disclaimer and all its details, please click on the applicable link on our website.

Sing! Dance! Act! Thrive!
CD Baby & Indie Week's Darryl Hurs

Sing! Dance! Act! Thrive!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 55:44


Hello and welcome to episode 052 of Sing! Dance! Act! Thrive!Today’s guest Darryl Hurs is the founder of Indie Week, a music festival and conference that takes place annually in Toronto, Canada that showcases acts from all over the world. This year like many events they are transitioning it into an online conference which is taking place November 10th to 14th.  Darryl is also the Canadian representative for CD Baby, an online distribution company that gets independent artists onto all the major streaming and purchasing platforms. This episode is jam-packed with information so I’ll get straight to the interview.For links and a transcript visit http://singdanceactthrive.com/052 

BrentonOnTour
Brenton On Tour - "Quarantine Cast" - Darryl Hurs - (Indie Week / CD Baby)

BrentonOnTour

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 52:05


Darryl Hurs has a 25+ year history in the music business including launching and running one of Canada’s largest indie music festivals and conference, Indie Week, and is also the current director of market development for CD Baby in Canada.In this episode Darryl stops by to discuss:How he started his 25 year + career?Taking Indie Week online fully in 2020?How to break an act in 2020 and beyond?The ever-changing roles in the music industryHow to sign up for Indie Week and all the resources the festival can offer.Plus, I'm giving away 5 passes to Indie Week and you can qualify by liking and sharing this episode to as many resources as possible!https://www.indieweek.comhttps://cdbaby.com 

Canadian Musician Radio
COVID’s Impact on Indie Artists

Canadian Musician Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 45:11


For this week’s podcast we welcome back Darryl Hurs, the founder and CEO of Indie Week and CD Baby’s Director of Market Development for Canada. Darryl and Mike chat about Indie Week’s plans for a virtual artist-focused conference from Nov. 10-14, and then dig into a number of pressing topic and some good advice for indie musicians. Darryl explains how indie artists should be preparing for the eventual post-COVID industry, why he thinks that there will be a big return to focusing on local music, what he thinks the lasting impact of this situation will be on the music industry, and a bunch more.

Humble and Fred Radio
August 27, 2020: Dr. Robert Foster

Humble and Fred Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 108:19


Dr. Robert Foster is a Canadian scientist who has developed a Covid therapeutic / The putrid RNC / The disgusting ass sniffing sycophant Mike Pence / The bizarre complete make-over of the demented Orange President / The gaslighting of America / Dan Duran weather / Follow up to Humbles heaving breathing / Fred's appalled at 17 dollar chicken wings / The future of commercial office space / Darryl Hurs, founder of Indie Week / Podcast extra - More on the spineless jellyfish known as Mike Pence.

The Snack
The Snack Extra: Darryl Hurs, Founder of Indie Week!

The Snack

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 18:30


Indie Week kicks off tonight, and Jay sat down with founder Darryl Hurs to get the lowdown on what's going on this year.

TODDCast Podcast
Ep207 Alter Bridge Mark Tremonti, Fastest Woman Carmelita Jeter & Indie Week Darryl Hurs (11 05 ’19)

TODDCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 75:40


Ep207 Alter Bridge Mark Tremonti, Fastest Woman Carmelita Jeter & Indie Week Darryl Hurs (11 05 ’19) by Todd Hancock

TODDCast Podcast
Darryl Hurs (TO Indie Week Founder) - THE FULL CONVO

TODDCast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2019 27:03


Darryl Hurs (TO Indie Week Founder) - THE FULL CONVO by Todd Hancock

Canadian Musician Radio
Navigating the Indie-Verse with Darryl Hurs & Haviah Mighty

Canadian Musician Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2019 74:05


This week on the podcast, we catch up with Darryl Hurs, founder of Indie Week Canada and now also the Canadian representative for CD Baby. Darryl takes a look back at the founding and evolution of Indie Week, from a passion project to one of the premier events for indie musicians in the country. As well, we chat about how showcase festivals must evolve as labels change their approach to A&R in the digital analytics era and how young artists must now learn to be their own businesses. Darryl also shares some lessons he’s learned for artists on self-branding and marketing, discusses whether Toronto's Music City Strategy is working, and much more. Before that, we've got Toronto hip-hop wunderkind Haviah Mighty talking about how she and her team have been making noise and turning heads on their own terms. She previews her second LP, 13th Floor, which drops on May 10th and features collaborations with some known names as well as a pair of her siblings (talented family!). She discusses that challenges that go with earning your stripes in Canada's still-fledging hip-hop industry, how the current political climate is influencing her art, and more.

Apologue Podcast
#225 Darryl Hurs

Apologue Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2019 75:44


Darryl Hurs is the co-founder of Indie week that takes place in the fall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Darryl is also now working with CD Baby as the Canadian Marketing Manager. CD Baby is the oldest online service for independent artist to have cd's made in low quantities with affordable rates. Darryl has always been a person that I respect as a go-getter. A person that has no limits in what he can't do. Always a great conversation! Twitter: @darrylhursCD Baby: https://cdbaby.com/Indie week: http://www.indieweek.com/ Brought to you by http://www.betterhelp.com/apologueAffordable, private online counselling anytime, anywhereSupport my ride to conquer Cancer. A two day 200km ride to raise money to find the cure for cancer: http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/simonheadIt doesn't matter where you're from. Give and feel good! Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!!Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Bridge The Atlantic
B-SIDES #13 - Applying to Music and Film Festivals

Bridge The Atlantic

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2018 13:27


In this week's B-SIDES episode, we're looking at what you need to know when applying to festivals. We've got some tips from two festival organisers in here too; Darryl Hurs of Indie Week, and Nathan Fleet of the Hamilton Film Festival. Enjoy! Highlights:We talk about the main benefits of performing at festivals and showcasesWe talk about the benefits of attending festivals and conferences as an attendee, as well as a performerWe discuss how you can actually get in front of the festival organisers and get accepted onto the lineupDarryl Hurs of Indie Week talks about the festival application processWe talk about applying for the most relevant and suitable festivals vs applying for every festival you can findNathan Fleet shares what his team at the Hamilton Film Festival look for when sorting through festival applicationsSponsors:Social Surge See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bridge The Atlantic
Darryl Hurs: Indie Week, Applying for Music Festivals & SonicBids

Bridge The Atlantic

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2018 22:42


Joining us this week out of Toronto is Darryl Hurs, owner and programme director of Indie Week. Indie Week is an annual music festival held over four days/nights, featuring local & international acts performing in the heart of Toronto, Canada.Indie Week’s showcases are judged by members of the music industry, and the top scoring act receives a paid trip to headline Indie Week UK. In this interview, we talk about how you can apply for music festivals, the benefits of attending music industry conferences, and SonicBids.Highlights:Darryl tells us about the benefits of music conferences and conventions, and what artists should do before attendingDarryl shares how he thinks many music festivals/conferences should actually be described as conventions“It’s what happens off the stage and behind the scenes that makes what happens on the stage successful” - Darryl HursWe hear about the submission process for artists who are interested in showcasing at Indie WeekDarryl talks about why festivals use SonicBids for submissions, despite many artists being against it“Many artists apply to festivals and showcases before they are ready” - Darryl HursWe hear about the benefits of applying to play at festivals as early as possibleDarryl tells us why festivals charge submission fees“It’s better to attend a festival and start building your story rather than submitting to play when you’re not ready” - Darryl HursGuest Links:Website: http://indieweek.comInstagram: @darryl_hurs / @indieweekTwitter: @darrylhurs / @indieweekFacebook: /indieweekSponsors:Christine Infanger @ Thirty Roses See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apologue Podcast
Epi 94 Darryl Hurs Part 2 of 2

Apologue Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2016 68:04


Welcome to Part 2!!! Darryl Hurs is the founder of two pretty important Toronto events. One is Indie Week, the other is Real Independent Film Festival or RIFF. Darryl came to Toronto in the early 90's to seek fame with his band from Edmonton. He soon realized that his ambition wasn't exactly the bands main concern. Darryl taught himself graphic design from reading books before owning a real computer and somehow got himself work through with the gift of the gab. He's a very intelligent person and a good hang. A rare commodity in the technical world. Darryl has always been his own boss and he never stops thinking about the next move in life. In the podcast we talk a bit about the old days and what lays ahead with musical trends. Because there's so much information in this episode, I broke it into two more manageable sized episodes. Brought to you in part by Audible.com. Go to www.audibletrial.com/apologue and sign up to receive a free download from over 180,000 audiobook titles. Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!! Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologue Shop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/

Apologue Podcast
Epi 93 Darryl Hurs Part 1 of 2

Apologue Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2016 64:31


Darryl Hurs is the founder of two pretty important Toronto events. One is Indie Week, the other is Real Independent Film Festival or RIFF. Darryl came to Toronto in the early 90's to seek fame with his band from Edmonton. He soon realized that his ambition wasn't exactly the bands main concern. Darryl taught himself graphic design from reading books before owning a real computer and somehow got himself work through with the gift of the gab. He's a very intelligent person and a good hang. A rare commodity in the technical world. Darryl has always been his own boss and he never stops thinking about the next move in life. In the podcast we talk a bit about the old days and what lays ahead with musical trends. Because there's so much information in this episode, I broke it into two more manageable sized episodes. This is part one of two Brought to you in part by Audible.com. Go to www.audibletrial.com/apologue and sign up to receive a free download from over 180,000 audiobook titles. Shop with amazon.ca, amazon.com and amazon.co.uk  Bookmark the link and support the show!! Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologue Shop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shop/ Also brought to you by www.insightrecorders.com for your online mixing, marketing and recording needs