5.12.2/E92: Season Finale Part 2: Mark Kates
How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue StreamsShow Notes
We wrap this emotional Boston season with the second half of Host Emily White’s deep dive career conversation with the one and only Mark Kates. We hope you enjoy the journey of Mark’s extraordinary career and impact on culture for us all.
Creator, Executive Producer, Producer, & Host: Emily White Executive Producer Frank Woodworth. Special Thanks to Northeastern University’s College of Arts, Media & Design + Music Department, Grace Bizzell, Professors Hilary Porris, David Herhlihy, + Producers Maxine Philavong, and Hyacinthe Joassainte.
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