Your Morning Coffee
by Jay Gilbert
The top stories in the music industry. Jay Gilbert delivers a weekly briefing with the most important news, trends, and analysis for music professionals.
About Your Morning Coffee
Your Morning Coffee is the 'Executive Summary' of the music world. Its weekly newsletter is famous for its 'Curation for Pros'—Jay scans hundreds of sources to find the 5-10 stories that actually matter for your career or business. It's unique for its 'Strategic Lens'; instead of just reporting news, Jay explains the 'So What?' behind every headline. It is an essential read for anyone who wants to stay informed on the music industry without the noise of gossip blogs.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Efficient Curation. It is the best way for a busy professional to get a complete picture of the industry's weekly shifts in under 5 minutes.
Who Should Subscribe?
Music industry professionals, artists, and students who want a high-level, strategic view of the music business.
Content Format
A clean, link-heavy weekly email featuring 'The Big Stories', 'Quick Hits', and 'Strategic Deep Dives'.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptionally efficient and well-curated
- Deeply insightful commentary from an industry veteran
- Focuses on strategy and business rather than gossip
Cons
- Purely professional focus (not for finding new music)
- Can be text-heavy for some readers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a podcast?
Yes, 'Your Morning Coffee Podcast' covers similar themes and goes deeper into the stories of the week.
How often is Your Morning Coffee published?
Your Morning Coffee is published weekly.
Who writes Your Morning Coffee?
Your Morning Coffee is written by Jay Gilbert. Jay Gilbert is a veteran music industry strategist and consultant.
About the Author: Jay Gilbert
Jay Gilbert
Jay Gilbert is a veteran music industry strategist and consultant. He has held senior positions at Universal Music Group and Sony Music, and now helps artists and labels navigate the digital music landscape.
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