Welcome to Episode 25 of our value 4 value music show, M2H2, recorded at Johns Creek Studios in Milton, West Virginia. Today, we explore the unique world of the Valueverse, where artists and listeners exchange value directly. Our first guest, Suzanne Santo, shares her journey from the traditional music industry to the Valueverse, highlighting the challenges and rewards of this new model. She discusses her track "Worried," reflecting on the impact of social media and the music industry's demands on artists.We also welcome our second guest, Abel James, who shares his experiences and insights into the evolving music landscape. Abel talks about his track "Voodoo Queen" and the joy of creating music in a space that values artistic freedom and direct support from listeners.Throughout the episode, we feature a diverse range of tracks from the Valueverse, including new releases from artists like Ben P. Williams, Theo Katzmann, and Emily D'Ranged. We also discuss the upcoming Adam Curry's Boostogram Ball Live in Austin, Texas on December 16, 2024, where artists like Suzanne Santo and Abel James will perform.Join us as we celebrate the power of music and community in the Valueverse, where boosting is love, and every listener can contribute to the artists they enjoy. Don't forget to tune in next week for more exciting guests and music!Chapters in this Episode:(00:00:00) GO PODCASTING!(00:00:02) Show Opening(00:01:06) Is This It(00:04:17) Introduction/Show Rules/Welcome to Suzanne(00:06:02) Recovery(00:08:44) We Can All Singalong(00:11:39) It's a Mood Promo(00:12:17) Programming note and Suzanne discussed the music industry and the Valueverse(00:16:04) A Sign of Things to Come(00:19:59) Be the Wheel(00:23:38) The backstory of "Worried" by Suzanne Santo(00:27:56) Worried(00:32:08) UpBEATS promo(00:32:45) Hear a Heartbreak(00:36:19) Thank you to Suzanne, welcoming Abel James, and Abel shares his origins to the Valueverse(00:40:01) Should Have Known Better(00:43:40) "Éclair Serenade" Introduction(00:44:34) Éclair Serenade(00:47:30) Abel James discusses the differences between the traditional music industry and the Valueverse(00:50:05) BREAKING UP(00:53:10) Open My Eyes(00:55:02) Abel James shares the backstory of his song "Voodoo Queen"(00:56:35) Voodoo Queen(01:00:49) Phantom Power Music Hour Promo(01:01:19) The Itch(01:05:56) Abel talks about why he loves "The Itch" and "Whole Lotta Trouble"(01:07:18) Whole Lotta Trouble(01:11:13) Lightning Thrashes Promo(01:11:44) Money Not Misery(01:15:39) Last break segment with a huge thanks to Abel James and final review of the rules of M2H2(01:18:44) METAL IN THE BANJO(01:21:40) Closing ISOsPeople in this Episode: - Randy Black - Abel James - Suzanne Santo