I Hate Simkin
Podcast Description
I Hate Simkin is a no-holds-barred music industry podcast hosted by veteran music executive Jonathan Simkin. With decades in the business, Simkin has seen it all—and now he’s telling the stories. Each episode, he sits down with artists, managers, and industry insiders he’s crossed paths with over the years to revisit the wild, weird, and game-changing moments that shaped their careers. From behind-the-scenes chaos to untold anecdotes, I Hate Simkin is a deep dive into the music industry like you’ve never heard before. Unfiltered, insightful, and always entertaining—tune in for the real stories behind the music. 🎙️🎵 #IHateSimkin
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the music industry, exploring topics such as fame, label politics, and lesser-known anecdotes. Example episodes include discussions on why Nickelback faced backlash for their success and the dynamics between Three Doors Down and Nickelback, showcasing the unique pressures in the industry and the chaos behind the scenes.
I Hate Simkin is a no-holds-barred music industry podcast hosted by veteran music executive Jonathan Simkin. With decades in the business, Simkin has seen it all—and now he’s telling the stories. Each episode, he sits down with artists, managers, and industry insiders he’s crossed paths with over the years to revisit the wild, weird, and game-changing moments that shaped their careers. From behind-the-scenes chaos to untold anecdotes, I Hate Simkin is a deep dive into the music industry like you’ve never heard before. Unfiltered, insightful, and always entertaining—tune in for the real stories behind the music. 🎙️🎵 #IHateSimkin
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We’re back with the last episode of our second plaque series!
From Theory of a Deadman fighting the “Nickelback clone” label, to the controversy around My Darkest Days’ “Porn Star Dancing,” to the emotional fallout after Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe” era — this episode dives deep into the music industry politics, artist development, producer influence, and nostalgia resurgence bringing these bands back into the spotlight.
Jonathan talks about:
- Chad Kroeger and Joey Moi’s influence on modern rock
- How Theory of a Deadman finally escaped Nickelback comparisons
- The success and backlash of Porn Star Dancing
- Why 2000s post-grunge rock is suddenly huge again
- Carly Rae Jepsen’s transition from pop phenomenon to respected songwriter
- Jonathan & Carly’s relationship after Call Me Maybe
Featuring discussion around: Theory of a Deadman, Nickelback, My Darkest Days, Carly Rae Jepsen, Three Days Grace, Chad Kroeger, Joey Moi, Faber Drive, Default, Thornley, Morgan Wallen and more.
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