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.
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 how supportive women in the music industry helped him get through a difficult time by introducing him to a therapist and providing support. He also speaks to the strength and power of women, particularly those in the entertainment industry who are there for the right reasons.
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 pressures and hype of the music industry can cause artists to lose their true selves and become someone they're not. Cynthia shares her experience of how she started believing in the hype and controlling every aspect that led to her being rude to other people.
The speaker shares his dislike for those who act like they're not playing the game in the music industry and admires those who are open about it. He shares an anecdote about an interview where someone asked about his music process, but he interrupted the question to avoid talking about old music and another interview where he discussed his respect for those who are open about playing the game.
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.
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.
