Jake Gold, Artist Manager of The Tragically Hip on Why a Band Is a Business

Artist management, music business, and The Tragically Hip — Jake Gold breaks it all down in Episode 1 of The Noise Makers Podcast. In this premiere episode, legendary music manager Jake Gold shares what it really takes to turn a band into a business. From managing The Tragically Hip to building long-term careers in a shifting industry, Jake offers real-world insights into artist development, branding, touring, and the creative grind behind the scenes.

🎙️ Topics include:

• What it means to manage a band like a business and why you should


• How Jake uses that with The Tragically Hip


• Building a career, and why it's harder later in life


• Being open to new tech to build a fan community

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