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The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark Adams
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast, hosted by 28-year music industry veteran Mark Adams, dives into the essential strategies for success in today's music business - with guests including musicians, artist managers, producers, record label executives, and entertainment industry legends.
Past guests have included Vanessa Warwick, Simon Jones, Sol Parker, Colin Barlow, and Rich Castillo.
Mark Adams is the founder of Blinding Talent, a UK-based artist management and digital marketing…
Episodes
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsJuliet Russell (The Voice UK Vocal Coach): What the Greats Know
What do Jennifer Hudson, Sir Tom Jones and Kelly Rowland know that no one else does? Juliet Russell has been in the room to find out. Juliet is one of the UK’s…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsAustin Daboh OBE: He Backed Stormzy. Then Central Cee. Then Burna Boy.
Before Stormzy was Stormzy, Austin Daboh backed him. Before Central Cee went global, Austin was already in the room. Before Burna Boy's supernova, Austin…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsDr Jo Twist (BPI CEO): AI, the BRITs & Breaking British Talent Globally
This episode, Mark Adams talks to Dr Jo Twist - recognised in the Computer Weekly Hall of Fame, Billboard's Women in Music Power List, and the Top 1000 Most…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsThe Man Who Named The O2: Inside AEG's Global Live Music Empire
Before it was the world's busiest music venue, it was Britain's biggest public embarrassment. In this episode, Blinding Talent sits down with Paul Samuels…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsAtlanta Cobb - Music Industry Mentor on the Artist CEO Mindset, Social Media & the Future of Record Labels
Atlanta Cobb - Music Industry Mentor on Artist Development, Social Media & Whether Artists Still Need Record Labels Atlanta Cobb has spent 15 years in the…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark Adams"You Can't Manufacture A Rock Star"
What does it really take to build a rock legend? In this episode of The Blinding Talent Podcast, Mark Adams sits down with Steve Tannett, Director of Marshall…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark Adams“You Wouldn’t Have Michael Jackson, You Wouldn’t Have Queen, You Wouldn’t Have Adele… Without radio”
Is radio still the greatest music platform ever created? In this episode of the Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast, Mark Adams sits down with one of UK…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsI Worked With Michael Jackson… He Wasn’t What You Think
In this episode of the Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast, Mark Adams sits down with Judd Lander - a true industry insider whose career spans over six…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsOne Direction, Simon Cowell & Prince - The Truth About Building Pop Fame
Jacqui Quaife has worked at the heart of the UK music industry for over four decades — from running the Spandau Ballet fan club in the 80s to leading TV…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsStephen Budd, A&R, Producer Manager: Direct Connection Between The Artist and the Fan is Everything
In this episode, Stephen Budd — British music executive, artist & producer manager, festival creator, and cultural entrepreneur - shares what he’s learned from…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsMental Health Expert: AI Can Be A Tool, But It Can’t Replace The Human Relationship
In this episode, Mental Health Expert Lauren Reading-Gloversmith - former music publicist and artist manager turned person-centred experiential counsellor -…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsJo Gardner, Artist Manager: REAL Careers Aren’t Built By Chasing Trends
In this episode, Jo — PR veteran turned artist manager for Pendulum, Knife Party, TesseracT, TRASH BOAT, Saint Agnes and more - breaks down the truth about…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsBest of 2025: AI, Sobriety, Superfans & Sync - This Years Most Watched Clips
Welcome to the Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast – Best of 2025 🎧 This episode rewinds the biggest “did they really just say that?” moments of the…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsRoman Tagoe: Class, NOT Race, is Music’s Biggest Gatekeeper
Class, NOT Race, is Music’s Biggest Gatekeeper In this episode, Roman Tagoe - radio producer turned Director of Streaming at Chrysalis - pulls back the curtain…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsSimon Jones: As LGBTQ people, We’ve Had To Fight For Our Authenticity
The music business loves a shortcut—but real careers are built, not hacked. In this episode, award-winning publicist and manager Simon pulls back the curtain…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsJacob Rickard: Posting On TikTok Every Day Isn’t A Strategy, If It Has No Emotion, No One Will Care
⚠️ WARNING: The music industry is chasing TikTok virality and it’s killing real artistry. Jacob Rickard reveals why labels are panicking, how Gen Z really…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsSamuel Jack: From Singing Drunk at the Pub to 100+ Sync Deals & a Global TikTok Hit
From singing drunk at the pub to landing 100+ sync deals, a global hit written in under 30 minutes, and major label bidding wars — Sam Jack’s journey is pure…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsColin Barlow, A&R Legend: I Gave Everything Up For Six Months To Get That Band
Legendary A&R Colin Barlow sits down with Blinding Talent CEO Mark Adams and reveals how he signed Girls Aloud, chased the Yeah Yeah Yeahs across continents…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsSol Parker, Live Agent: No Way You Can Have A Top 40 Hit These Days Without A Sizeable TikTok Moment
About this Episode: Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Sol Parker, legendary UK live music agent and major figure in the music industry. Sol has…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsJamie Osman: From Record Stores to Sobriety and Selling Out Shows
In this unfiltered, emotional, and wildly insightful episode, Blinding Talent CEO and former Channel 4 Director of Music, Mark Adams sits down with powerhouse…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsSarah Wilson: From Adele to BTS and How Artists Like Russ & Jorja Smith Dominate Streaming
Independent Music Industry Insights: Adele, BTS, Super Fans & The Future of Streaming | The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast 🎧🔥 #MusicIndustry #Adele…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsRich Castillo From Under-18 Gigs To O2 Arena: The Rise of N-Dubz And How A&R Has Changed
Get ready for an inspiring, no-holds-barred conversation with a seasoned music manager who's seen it all—from humble beginnings in under-18 gigs to shaping…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsNathan 'Barley' Phillips: A&R Legend Breaks Down the Music Industry and Artist Success
🎸 What does it take to succeed in today’s music industry? Whether you're an emerging artist or a music business professional, this episode of The Blinding…
The Blinding Talent Music Industry Podcast with Mark AdamsVanessa Warwick: From MTV Headbangers Ball To The Queen Of Metal
🎤 Join us for an incredible journey into the music industry with Vanessa Warwick, the legendary former MTV Headbangers Ball presenter and the original ‘Queen…