Kanye West reflects on his experience being the face of a record label, dealing with complaints from artists, and examines what would have happened if he was sponsored by Nike.
Two rappers are overheard discussing their struggles making money and advising each other on maintaining relationships while on tour.
The speaker reflects on the importance of setting personal boundaries in the music industry, where people often try to take advantage of one's success or fame. Despite being very open with her fans, the speaker learned that it is crucial to keep some things private and to not let others define her identity.
The speaker shares how she launched a successful record label, including signing her first artist and creating a successful pop record.
A former assistant of One Direction’s former manager reveals how he scammed the band for millions by making himself the sixth member and taking a cut of everything, leading to him tripling his commission.
The speaker discusses the importance for artists, especially in the music industry, to invest in themselves and their craft, citing personal examples of playing free concerts to build a fan base and investing in producing their own CDs. They also highlight the need for organizations to recognize the value of unique and diverse musicians.
Scooter Braun shares how he discovered Asher Roth and found success in the music industry by building his own label, before ultimately selling his share for over $1 billion.
The trend of modern bands recording Christmas songs is a result of the financial benefit that comes with owning the rights to a popular Christmas song, as it is a guaranteed source of income every year.
The podcast discusses how being authentic in the music industry can lead to success, with examples such as Doja Cat and Lizzo. The host also mentions how record labels used to push artists to be like the 1975, but now they are telling them to be like Lewis Capaldi.
The speaker recognizes the importance of good communication in the music industry, as it helps in building up a relationship among individuals. They suggest that those starting out in the industry should hire someone to manage their work, if they do not have a proper team for support.
The host and guest discuss the importance of understanding the business side of the music industry and how to navigate it effectively as an artist. The guest emphasizes the value of communicating with and trusting other professionals in the industry.
