Danny Garcia and Jimmy Mikaoui sit down with Tom Hoare - Global Director of Audience Development & Partnerships at [PIAS]. Tom traces his unlikely path from temp receptionist to indie music's front lines, then breaks down what's actually working right now: world-building, direct fan channels, alternative digital communities, and why social media isn't what you expect. This is essential listening for independent artists and industry insiders alike!

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Music: thatmood - "Blast" https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JRDdBu6YKtxZ4Y5T3Vizn?si=DAQqsRZxQoG-yBYES9iTlw

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About Music To Your Ears Podcast: With thousands of tracks releasing daily, how do music artists and marketers cut through the noise?

Join our hosts Jimmy Mikaoui and Danny Garcia as ”Music To Your Ears” dives into the strategies, tools, and success stories behind modern music promotion, featuring leading music executives and marketing professionals whose experiences and roles range from distributors, cutting-edge boutique agencies, tech platforms, record labels and music publishers.