The host interviews Simon Cowell about the evolution of the music industry and how it has changed from having a few top hit songs to now being saturated with music from a variety of platforms and artists.
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 reflects on their early struggles in the music industry, feeling discouraged playing in empty bars and restaurants, and the pressure to be mysterious and cool in meetings.
The speaker shares creative ideas on how to turn a music company into a multi-million dollar business, such as buying artists drinks and impacting the creative process in a fun way, and focusing on creating viral videos that will grab the attention of millions of people.
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.
The journey to success in the music industry is not an easy one, as shared by a musician who had to share a bus with 12 people including his wife and struggled for 37 weeks before getting a number one single after years of no new artist achieving that feat.
The speaker reflects on their upbringing where they were taught to always serve others and attended a charity event for musicians in need. They also discuss the importance of finding self-love and silencing the voice of criticism as an artist.
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 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 journey to success in the music industry is not always straightforward and requires a lot of hard work and dedication. Taking a break from touring and focusing on developing your unique sound can help improve your chances of breaking into the industry.
In this excerpt, the speaker discusses the significance of good customer service in the music industry. They emphasize that the way customers are treated can impact the execution of their orders and explains that there are various things that people can do for you if they feel inclined to help.
