Episodes

The conversation explores the deep connections formed in a work environment, highlighting how intense collaboration can lead to familial bonds among colleagues. It also touches on the surprising shift in social dynamics when ...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Kevin Lyman, the founder of the Warped Tour, shares insights into the evolution of music festivals, the influence of MTV, and the importance of branding in the music industry. He reflect...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Salli Frattini, former SVP executive producer at MTV, shares her journey through the golden era of the network, reflecting on iconic moments, the evolution of programming, and the challe...

In this engaging conversation, Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte discuss the evolution of the music industry with guest Ricki Askin, a former music supervisor at MTV. They explore the impact of social media on music discove...

Summary In this episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman, Susan Natoli, and Perry Turcotte discuss their career paths leading to MTV, the evolution of media and marketing, and the challenges of navigating the music...

In this episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte welcome guest Amy Pascal to discuss the evolution of music festivals like Coachella, the rise of boy bands, and the significant impact of TRL on p...

In this engaging conversation, Tim Rosta shares his journey through the music industry, from his early days with LifeBeat, an organization dedicated to AIDS awareness, to his influential role at MTV as SVP of Integrated Marke...

In this engaging conversation, Nolan Baynes shares his journey from the music industry to his current role at 300 Studios, reflecting on the evolution of music marketing and artist development. The discussion highlights the p...

In this episode, Andrew Schiffman, Perry Turcotte, andJustin Tyme Prager reflect on the 2025 MTV VMAs, discussing the performances, the evolution of the show, and the impact of iconic artists. They analyze the mix of old and ...

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Kroft, SVP of Live Events and Specials at MTV and head of Film and TV at Live Nation Studios, shares his remarkable journey in the music industry. From his early days as a production assist...

In this episode of Welcome to the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte welcome Graham James, a former vice president of communications at MTV. They discuss Graham's journey to MTV, the excitement of working...

In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the phenomenon of one-hit wonders, exploring the role of MTV and TRL in shaping the careers of artists. They discuss notable one-hit wonders, the impact of changing dynamics...

In this engaging conversation, Ray Munns shares his unique journey from being a young boy influenced by American pop culture to becoming a VJ on MTV. He reflects on the impact of iconic figures like Ozzy Osbourne, the competi...

In this engaging conversation, the hosts reflect on their time at MTV, exploring the evolution of the music industry, the impact of digital channels, and the personal experiences that shaped their careers. They discuss the im...

In this celebratory episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte reflect on their first year of the podcast, discussing the joy and nostalgia associated with the music industry. They share memorable ...

In this episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman, Perry Turcotte, and guest host Susan Natoli discuss the impact of TRL on the music industry, iconic music videos, and the influence of American Idol on pop music. T...

In this episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte welcome Jeff Frank, a former Senior Director of Music Marketing and Partnerships at MTV. Jeff shares his journey to MTV, the evolution of music ma...

How do you launch a major music channel in just 30 days 🤯? Lou Stellato faced that challenge with M2! Tune into our latest "Welcome to the Music Lounge" episode for the incredible story. Hosted by Andrew Schiffman and Perry T...

This week on Welcome to the Music Lounge, Robin Reinhardt former SVP Artist Relations and Celebrity Talent , shares her incredible story.

This week on Welcome to the Music Lounge! We're chatting with Sara Kantathavorn, the celebrity booker for TRL! 🤩 Hear all about her dream job and the INSANE influence TRL had on pop culture. Don't miss this one! Hosted by Per...

Welcome to the Music Lounge dives into our favorite MTV Unplugged episodes this week, with host Andrew Schiffman exploring the iconic (and nearly derailed) 1996 Oasis performance. Also hosted by Hosted by Perry Turcotte and S...

Atlas Genius fans! 🎸 Keith Jeffery joins Welcome to the Music Lounge this week! Hear how MTV & SiriusXM Alt Nation helped launch "Trojans"! 🔥 Hosted by Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte

Buckle up! 🚌 Diane van Horn joins Welcome to the Music Lounge this week with a story about a van ride with Busta Rhymes and Eminem! 😂 That's just the tip of the iceberg - tune in for more amazing stories! Hosted by Andrew Sch...

Michelle Welch shares this incredible story on Welcome to the Music Lounge this week. Hear her epic stories hosted by Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte