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Your Morning Coffee PodcastEpisode 247Episode 247 On this week's episode of the YMC podcast, join your hosts Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart as they discuss these important music industry stories: "2025 Q1 Earnings: Here’s What Every Music Company Made" (Billboard); "The Music Business Saturation Problem Keeps Getting Bigger" (Billboard); "Are We Reaching Peak Fandom?" (MIDiA). Plus audio drops from Portia Sabin, President of the Music Business Association, Russ Crupnick, Managing Partner of Musicwatch, and Michael Huppe, President and CEO at Sound Exchange. Subscribe to the newsletter! YourMorning.Coffee2025-05-0553 min
Music TectonicsPulse Check with Portia SabinJoin Dr. Portia Sabin, President of the Music Business Association, and Dmitri in a candid discussion about how technology is propelling the industry forward. Their conversation touches on how tech helps to mitigate issues like fraud, and how it is reshaping the way we experience live events. Portia and Dmitri discuss the interplay between innovation and the need for unity amongst the industry's various sectors. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a...2024-04-1739 min
The Future of WhatPortia’s 2024 New Year’s MessageTune in to this special message from Music Business Association President, Portia Sabin with some updates regarding our inaugural Trust & Safety In Music Symposium, Music Biz 2024, the Common Ground Webinar Series & our new Music Biz Events app, changes to our website & socials, and more!2024-01-0903 min
All Your DaysMelissa Ferrick (Part 2 of 2: Avatars and Gratitude)Part two of a stunning and wide-open conversation with Melissa Ferrick. From the Spotify class action suit to writer’s block to the revival and reinforcement of a practice to the transformation of a life into one that strives for balance between artist and academic, the podcast is joined again by this incredible voice, one that has been putting in the work since 1991. We pick up Melissa’s journey from where we left off in the heady early days, tracking days of triumph and troubles all the way to the present, where the artist — and the academic — are on the cusp...2023-04-041h 27
Enlarge Your Music !Kill Rock StarsSuivant les traces des premiers labels punk américains des années 80 tels que SST, Dischord et Alternative Tentacles, Kill Rock Stars était dans les années 90 le label référence de la scène musicale d'Olympia dans l’état de Washington et le label à l’origine du mouvement Riot Grrrl.
Slim Moon déménage à Olympia a 18 ans et tombe, dans une galerie d'art, sur un spectacle de Spoken Word de Jesse Bernstein, époustouflé, il commence à en écrire et à en jouer. Il s’implique , alors, fortement dans la scène musicale locale. Il joue dans un tas de groupes différents, nota...2022-11-2759 min
Music Industry 360Portia Sabin: Leader of Music Business Association | Music Industry 360 PodcastExecutive Profile of Portia Sabin, President of the Music Business Association and former President of independent music powerhouse, Kill Rockstars. Profiling Portia's growth in the business from Punk rock musician, to label head, and ultimately her role as an industry leader with the Music Business Association.2022-06-2038 min
Being in the ArenaEP24 | Finding Your Auspicious Rhythm with Mandy FroelichMandy Froelich is a busy mom to 3 sweet kids, a 200-hour yoga instructor, a seasoned personal trainer, a Pilates instructor, and an overall curious wellness seeker. 20 years ago her journey to understand the science of fitness was born with a master's degree in exercise physiology. Through working with hundreds of clients over the years as a personal trainer, she quickly realized most fitness is actually an art form, adding mind-body disciplines to your life. She joins Zach to discuss the four pillars of her Auspicious Rhythm.Learn more about Mandy:Mandy’s WebsiteMandy’s InstagramMandy’s Planner from Ink+Vo...2022-06-0955 minBeing in the ArenaEP24 | Finding Your Auspicious Rhythm with Mandy FroelichMandy Froelich is a busy mom to 3 sweet kids, a 200-hour yoga instructor, a seasoned personal trainer, a Pilates instructor, and an overall curious wellness seeker. 20 years ago her journey to understand the science of fitness was born with a master's degree in exercise physiology. Through working with hundreds of clients over the years as a personal trainer, she quickly realized most fitness is actually an art form, adding mind-body disciplines to your life. She joins Zach to discuss the four pillars of her Auspicious Rhythm.Learn more about Mandy:Mandy’s WebsiteMandy’s InstagramMandy’s Planner from Ink+Vo...2022-06-0955 min
The Future of WhatEpisode #195: New Models of Funding Indie ArtistsThe financing options available to artists at all levels of their career are much more robust today than they’ve ever been, allowing them to accelerate their exposure and access tools to create music more in-line with their original vision. In our latest podcast, Music Biz President Portia Sabin talks to Andrew Bergman, CEO of Downtown Music Holdings and Alex Heiche, Founder and CEO of Sound Royalties about what’s out there and how to find assistance!2022-05-2527 min
The Future of WhatEpisode #194: Record Store Day 2022What began as a way for independent record store owners to bolster foot traffic and sales has grown into a shining example of, "if you build it, they will come." In celebration of Record Store Day's 15th anniversary in 2022, Music Biz President Portia Sabin discusses the origins of the event and its affect on the recent resurgence of U.S. vinyl sales with:
Brittany Benton, Brittany's Record Shop
Carrie Colliton, Record Store Day
Larry Jaffee, Making Vinyl
Carl Mello, Newbury Comics2022-05-041h 01
The First Act PodcastTurning Your Love of Music into a Job with Portia Sabin, President of Music Business Association (Part 2)Today’s episode features Portia Sabin. Portia is an evangelist leading the new wave of the music business. With experience as a drummer, talent manager and former president of the legendary indie label, Kill Rock Stars, Portia currently heads up the Music Business Association. Each year, Music Biz organizes countless events for students, c-suite execs and future industry leaders. Listen in as we discuss tangible ways to gain experience when you are just finding your footing. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!2021-06-2423 minThe First Act PodcastTurning Your Love of Music into a Job with Portia Sabin, President of Music Business Association (Part 1)Today’s episode features Portia Sabin. Portia is an evangelist leading the new wave of the music business. With experience as a drummer, talent manager and former president of the legendary indie label, Kill Rock Stars, Portia currently heads up the Music Business Association. Each year, Music Biz organizes countless events for students, c-suite execs and future industry leaders. Listen in as we discuss tangible ways to gain experience when you are just finding your footing. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!2021-06-1730 min
Music Industry SessionsWomen In Music: A Conversation with the Leading Women in the Music Business In a post #MeToo era led by women and men looking to build a more inclusive and diverse reality, the music business is changing the narrative as we push for the traction and well-deserved recognition of female executives, artists, and producers in the game. Join us in a conversation with some of the leading women in the music industry. Learn from their personal stories, challenges, hopes for the future, and more. Feautring Portia Sabin of "The Future Of What", Molly Neuman of "Songtrust", and many more talented women of the music industry.2020-11-131h 21Music Industry SessionsWomen In Music: A Conversation with the Leading Women in the Music Business In a post #MeToo era led by women and men looking to build a more inclusive and diverse reality, the music business is changing the narrative as we push for the traction and well-deserved recognition of female executives, artists, and producers in the game. Join us in a conversation with some of the leading women in the music industry. Learn from their personal stories, challenges, hopes for the future, and more. Feautring Portia Sabin of "The Future Of What", Molly Neuman of "Songtrust", and many more talented women of the music industry.2020-11-131h 21
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Innovating MusicConnecting the Music World: Portia Sabin, Music Business AssociationThis week on the Innovating Music Podcast, we talk with Music Business Association President, Portia Sabin about the ways in which the music business is connected as a community. We discuss her journey through the music industry from performing as an artist to running a record label. We also look at other aspects of the music business and how they have been affected in light of the pandemic. This includes trade associations and their advantages for independent labels especially during the pandemic, and other ways in which cities can centralize their local music businesses to connect the music community...2020-06-2843 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1622020-06-1500 min
The Local The Music Business in the Pandemic Today, on the The Local...Your Quick 6 news headlines, Kan and Ambush talk with mental health coach Phillip Roundtree about healthy ways to process and navigate some of the current issues facing the black community. And, an interview with Portia Sabin, President of the Music Business Association on how the music industry is handling the Pandemic.
If you can, support organizations like:Portland NAACP, Urban League of Portland,Kairos PDX, Black Lives Matter Portland, Generational Resistance PDX, and Don’t Shoot Portland.You can also donate to the GoFundMe for PDX Protest Bail Fund.2020-06-0330 minThe Future Of WhatThe Future of What 1902020-06-0100 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1892020-05-2500 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1882020-05-1800 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1872020-05-1100 min
The Music Biz WeeklyEp. 414 Dr. Portia Sabin from the Music Business Association Shares Initiatives to Deal with the CoronavirusDr. Portia Sabin from the Music Business Association Shares their Initiatives to Deal with the Coronavirus. The Music Business Association (Music Biz) is the only membership organization that unites players from the content, commerce, and creative segments of the industry into a collective voice to promote overall growth throughout the music business. Association members benefit […]2020-05-0447 minThe Future Of WhatFoW 186While the effects of the COVID-19 quarantine on live entertainment and brick and mortar retail are already apparent, other sectors of the music industry like publishing haven’t truly felt the effects of the pandemic yet because of their buffered collection timeline. Will some sectors bare the brunt of this pandemic, while others thrive? Join us this week as Portia speaks candidly with members of the MusicBiz board about how they intend on mediating the effects of this pandemic on their particular niches inside of the music business, and what best practices look like moving forward. 2020-05-0400 min
The Music Biz Weekly414 Dr. Portia Sabin from the Music Business Assc Shares Initiatives to Deal with the CoronavirusVisit http://www.MichaelBrandvold.com. Dr. Portia Sabin from the Music Business Association Shares their Initiatives to Deal with the Coronavirus.
The Music Business Association (Music Biz) is the only membership organization that unites players from the content, commerce, and creative segments of the industry into a collective voice to promote overall growth throughout the music business. Association members benefit from our annual slate of events that facilitate business-defining conversations; educational resources that keep them up-to-date on the latest news, data, and issues affecting the music business; and opportunities to engage with our entire community and promote industry-wide growth.
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Visit...2020-05-0247 minThe Future Of WhatThe Future of What 185 - MusicBiz Live! w/ Indepdenent Record RetailIt should come as no surprise that independent record stores have been particularly hard hit by the “shelter in place” orders established by many states around the country in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. Some retailers have pivoted to online sales and other creative means to keep customers happy, but for many brick and mortars, this move just isn’t enough to maintain community or their bottom line. To make matters worse, the revenue generated by Record Store Day will not be coming anytime soon, as the worldwide event has been pushed back until June, at the very earlie...2020-04-2700 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1842020-04-2000 min
The Future of WhatMusicBiz Live! w/ Instagram and FacebookEpisode #183 : In the few weeks since our last episode, COVID19 has changed the world and how we interact with one another, and that has had many impacts upon the music business as a whole. With venues and record stores closed to the public for the foreseeable future, musicians are having to find new ways to interact with their fans, and because of the quarantine, most of those interactions are happening virtually. To help with this transition to a digital-only reality, the teams at Facebook and Instagram are rolling out new products and initiatives to help musicians and their fans establish...2020-04-1057 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1802020-03-0200 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1792020-02-2400 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1782020-02-1700 min
Music TectonicsBlockchain Peace Summit with Portia Sabin and Ken UmezakiWhat really happens when a blockchain skeptic and a blockchain supporter talk to each other about solving music industry problems? At the October 2019 Music Tectonics Conference, we hosted a Blockchain Cage Match with three skeptics and three enthusiasts facing off in wrestling masks and capes. Podcast host and conference organizer Dmitri Vietze saw too many events where entrepreneurs and engineers were touting the benefits of blockchain on stage, while music industry veterans snickered at the back of the room. He wanted to bring the factions together instead of having separate conversations. Though the cage match was fun, it didn’t...2020-02-1350 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1772020-02-1000 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What #146Rerun of episode 146. 2020-02-0300 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1762020-01-2700 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What #175: Nashville's Project MusicSince 2015, the Nashville Entrepreneur Center has played host to Project Music, an accelerator program for tech start-ups whose focus is upon creating solutions for the music industry. This first of its kind accelerator program has supported five different cohorts to date, and several members of those cohorts have already gone to market with their unique solutions, as a result of the mentorship and fundraising help they received through the program. 2020-01-2000 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1732020-01-0600 minThe Future Of WhatFOW 1722019-12-3000 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What 1482019-12-0900 minThe Future Of WhatFuture of What, Episode 1702019-11-2500 min
Break the BusinessBTB Ep 204: We discuss the CASE Act with Dr. Portia Sabin of the Music Business AssociationThis week, Ryan is joined by Dr. Portia Sabin, former longtime president of indie label Kill Rock Stars and current president of the Music Business Association, to discuss the CASE Act of 2019. The CASE Act would significantly affect US copyright law for indie artists by creating a voluntary small claims dispute resolution forum for copyright lawsuits, potentially providing creators with a more efficient means to protect their works. Dr. Sabin provides her perspective on the CASE Act and gives some excellent advice to indie artists along the way. Be sure to check out Portia’s podcast The Future of What by...2019-11-0315 min
Middle Class Rock Star16. Portia Sabin (Kill Rock Stars)Portia Sabin is the President of Kill Rock Stars Records (Olympia, WA and Portland, OR) and is the host of The Future of What, a radio show and podcast about the music industry. I had the pleasure of chatting with Portia at her studio in Portland, and asking some questions about her extensive experience in the music biz. If you enjoy the episode, please let others know, subscribe or write a review. Ending Music: The Hissyfits. "Giant Ants." Letters From Frank.2019-09-2447 min
How Music ChartsA2IM Indie Week, Day 4: Beggars Group and Kill Rock StarsHighlightsFollowing a panel including Beggars Group’s Martin Mills and Kill Rock Star’s Portia Sabin, we’re looking at artists on their rosters and asking, “What makes them two of indie music’s longest lasting labels?” Mission Good morning, it’s Jason here at Chartmetric with your 3-minute Data Dump where we upload charts, artists, and playlists into your brain so you can stay up on the latest in the music data world.DateThis is your Data Dump for Friday, June 21, 2019.A2IM Indie Week, Day 4Several Indie icons closed out A2IM’s Indie Week in New York City yesterday, two...2019-06-2102 min
Middle Class Rock Star16. Portia Sabin (Kill Rock Stars)Portia Sabin is the President of Kill Rock Stars Records (Olympia, WA and Portland, OR) and is the host of The Future of What, a radio show and podcast about the music industry. I had the pleasure of chatting with Portia at her studio in Portland, and asking some questions about her extensive experience in the music biz.
If you enjoy the episode, please let others know, subscribe or write a review.
Ending Music:
The Hissyfits. "Giant Ants." Letters From Frank.2019-03-1447 min
OPB's State of WonderY La Bamba | Roman Mars | Kill Rock Stars’ Portia Sabin | Jesse ThornLuz Mendoza of the band Y La Bamba shares the inspiration for her new album, “Mujeres.” Portia Sabin talks to us about the KRS produced Bratmobile podcast series, "Girl Germs." Plus, some of the major players in the podcasting industry weigh in on their rapidly expanding medium.2019-02-1651 min
Other Record LabelsKill Rock Stars - (Elliot Smith, Sleater-Kinney, Deerhoof)In this episode, I interview Portia Sabin of Kill Rock Stars (Elliot Smith, Sleater-Kinney, Deerhoof).
►► Download our Free Guide for Independent Record Labels → http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists like our “How to Start a Record Label” checklist at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
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The Peer Pleasure PodcastDewey Halpaus (Peer Pleasure Podcast)Hey Everyone! Sorry for taking the last few weeks off but I am back and hitting you up with a special appearance I did on The Future Of What Podcast with Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars on the JabberJaw Media Network. I hope you enjoy it as it tells about me getting into podcasting and more. I will be back with all new episodes next week! Can't wait to get back in the saddle! See you soon.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-03-0427 min
The Peer Pleasure PodcastDewey Halpaus (Peer Pleasure Podcast)Hey Everyone! Sorry for taking the last few weeks off but I am back and hitting you up with a special appearance I did on The Future Of What Podcast with Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars on the JabberJaw Media Network. I hope you enjoy it as it tells about me getting into podcasting and more. I will be back with all new episodes next week! Can't wait to get back in the saddle! See you soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-03-0429 min
Klyph NotesPortia SabinShe's the president of the independent record label Kill Rock Stars, the host of The Future of What and a leader in the music scene. An educator in a real way, she was gracious enough to pass through and share her history, give insight on her success and a sneak peek at what coming form KRS in 2018. This one was a lot of fun! Peep the latest episode of Klyph Notes featuring Portia Sabin.2018-01-1650 min
Dan Cable PresentsEpisode 81: Portia Sabin (Kill Rock Stars)On this episode of the podcast I sat down with Portia Sabin. Portia is the President of Kill Rock Stars, as well as the host of The Future of What. I chatted with Portia about her early experiences playing in bands, eventually taking over the Kill Rock Stars label, as well as her intent for starting her podcast The Future of What. The episode features songs from Filthy Friends, Cindy Wilson, and Har Mar Superstar. To keep up with The Future of What, Kill Rock Stars, and the Dan Cable Presents podcast, please check out the links below!
http://killrockstars...2017-10-201h 11
Cigar City RadioCindy Wilson (The B-52's)On Episode 44, Randy talks to Cindy Wilson of the B-52’s. They discuss her recent signing to Kill Rock Stars and upcoming album “Change”, meeting Portia Sabin at SXSW, recording with Suny Lyons, her prolific 2017, returning to DIY roots, the 40th anniversary of the B-52’s, beautiful fuchsia vinyl, and more.2017-07-3124 min
The Sync LabPortia Sabin From Kill Rock StarsAaron from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with Portia Sabin, the owner of the indie record label, Kill Rock Stars (Deerhoof, The Decemberists, Elliot Smith) about what it's like running an indie label in 2017, the state of the music business, the future of the music business and much more.2017-05-1746 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastPortia Sabin from Kill Rock StarsIn the last episode of our themed month, amazing women in music, we have Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars on the show. We dive into her first experiences with independent music, playing in bands and education. It’s a rad discussion that treads on topics we don’t get the chance to explore on the show very much. Listen and learn! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art1...2017-04-2756 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastPortia Sabin from Kill Rock StarsIn the last episode of our themed month, amazing women in music, we have Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars on the show. We dive into her first experiences with independent music, playing in bands and education. It’s a rad discussion that treads on topics we don’t get the chance to explore on the show very much. Listen and learn! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show!2017-04-2756 min
The VentureKill Rock Stars: We Wanted Everything to ChangeKill Rock Stars is one of indie rock’s most respected record labels, known by fans for its superior taste in music, and by musicians for its ethical approach to business. Nirvana, Sleater-Kinney and Elliott Smith all have roots at the label. But there are a lot of bumps on the road, as you take a business from a one-bedroom apartment to the big time. Follow founder Slim Moon and current label president Portia Sabin, who happen to be married, as they face personal tragedy, their personal demons, and a massive change in their industry’s business model. Through it a...2017-04-2536 min
The Peer Pleasure PodcastPortia Sabin (President of Kill Rock Stars Records)Alright Pleasure Seekers here is a great chat with the wonderful and amazing Dr. Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars. She took time out of her busy day to take us through her journey from the depths of Hells Kitchen to the thriving music scene of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Enjoy and we will […]
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The Peer Pleasure PodcastPortia Sabin (President of Kill Rock Stars Records)Alright Pleasure Seekers here is a great chat with the wonderful and amazing Dr. Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars. She took time out of her busy day to take us through her journey from the depths of Hells Kitchen to the thriving music scene of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Enjoy and we will […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2017-03-261h 02
The Portland PodcastPortia Sabin of Kill Rock Starspdxpod.com, killrockstars.com.Support the show2017-01-2320 min
Break the BusinessBTB Ep 69: Making an album in 24 hours; interview with Portia Sabin of Kill Rock StarsHi Podcast listeners! In the first segment, Ryan and Dave discuss Ryan's upcoming speaking engagement at the NAMM conference and the recent MGM lawsuit settlement involving unpaid interns. Ryan and Dave also discuss indie artist Danielle Ate the Sandwich and her recent project--a 24-hour album! DATS is writing, recording, and producing an entire album of songs in 24 hours and is letting her Patreon patrons watch her do it on live video. It is a great example of effective hyper-creation, fan engagement, and crowdfunding. Find out more about her by following @atethesandwich on Twitter.In the second segment, Ryan talks with...2017-01-151h 14
Homebrewed Culture CastKill rock Star’s Portia Sabin on How the Music Biz TicksIf you listened last week, we talked it up with Hell’s Kitchen’s own Portia Sabin, daughter of an actor and casting director who set out on her own to, oh, I dunno…get a PhD in cultural anthropology from Columbia, start a management company, tour the country with her own band and then take over Kill Rock Stars Records here in Portland.
You know, regular stuff.
This week she fills us in on how the music business works (and doesn’t) these days, why Spotify rules the planet, why girls needed their own rock cam...2015-11-2055 min
SF MusicTech SummitThe Future of IndiesSF MusicTech Summit XVII on November 10, 2015
Hotel Kabuki, San Francisco, CA
www.sfmusictech.com
PANEL TOPIC: "The Future of Indies"
MODERATOR: Portia Sabin , Kill Rock Stars
www.killrockstars.com
SPEAKERS:
Molly Neuman - A2IM
www.a2im.org
Amy Dietz - INgrooves
www.ingrooves.com
Christiane Kinney - LeClairRyan
www.leclairryan.com
Kevin Breuner - CD Baby
www.cdbaby.com
Bruce Pavitt - Sub Pop Records / 8 Stem
www.subpop.com
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SF MusicTech SummitThe Future of IndiesSF MusicTech Summit XVII on November 10, 2015
Hotel Kabuki, San Francisco, CA
www.sfmusictech.com
PANEL TOPIC: "The Future of Indies"
MODERATOR: Portia Sabin , Kill Rock Stars
www.killrockstars.com
SPEAKERS:
Molly Neuman - A2IM
www.a2im.org
Amy Dietz - INgrooves
www.ingrooves.com
Christiane Kinney - LeClairRyan
www.leclairryan.com
Kevin Breuner - CD Baby
www.cdbaby.com
Bruce Pavitt - Sub Pop Records / 8 Stem
www.subpop.com
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Recorded by Media One AV
www.mediaoneaudio.com2015-11-1656 minHomebrewed Culture CastKill Rock Stars’ Portia Sabin, Social Capital and Election Day HapsChristian sat down with Portia Sabin, head of Kill Rock Stars’ Records in their main office to hear her pretty amazing personal story. From growing up in Hell’s Kitchen to touring in her own band, doing post-doc work at Columbia and finally running a label, she has a life as exotic as her name. Plus she’s just a plain ol’ badass, and we like us some badasses on the CultureCast.
This is part one of a two-part talk with Portia, mainly because her personal story was too amazing. Next week we’ll talk more specifics about her...2015-11-1359 min
The K Ohle with Kurt BraunohlerPet-o-Philia with Portia SabinKurt chats with Portia Sabin who runs the venerable indie label Kill Rock Stars. They talk about KRS's recent foray into releasing comedy albums, and about the label's history, from Nirvana to Bikini Kill to Sleater Kinney to Elliot Smith. Kurt talks about how we can all work towards getting the world to stop trusting white men by making up dumb shit.2014-12-1649 min