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No Labels Necessary

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No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. This podcast is hosted by the founders of ContraBrand Agency, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. ContraBrand Agency is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing.

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Aug 26, 2025

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Episodes

#80 | How He Turned His Music Career into $10 Million Merch Brand 01.08.2023

Meet Justin Phillips, a proud Howard University graduate and the founder of The Last eCom Co LLC. He's also a Co-Founder of Support Black Colleges, playing a key role in its successful launch and growth. Justin's passion for teaching and marketing has led to running several 6 and 7-figure brands and consulting for larger ones. With expertise in sales, marketing, and e-Commerce, he's collaborated w...

#79 | How To Network in The Music Industry & Build A Winning Music Career ft. Mike Norris 27.07.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Check out the Content Rollout Plan That Got Our Artist 1 Million Streams on His First Song Ever: http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/ Pre-Save Your Future Releases: http://www.foreverfanmusic.com/ Topics covered: 01:52 Getting Into...

#78 | Music Exec Reveals Why It Cost $200k To Get Your Song on The Radio ft. Ferrari Simmons 25.07.2023

Ferrari Simmons, aka "Rari," is a seasoned entertainment industry professional, known for his wisdom and strength earned through experience. As a Warner Records Exec, Podcast Host and award-winning radio personality, he's become a trailblazer and industry connector. Catch him live on Streetz 94.5 weekdays from 2 PM to 6 PM in Atlanta, Ga, and on various other platforms. No Labels Necessary is a We...

#77 | How Smart Artist Grow Without Streams, Social Media or Breakout Record ft. TJ Chapman 20.07.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Check out the Content Rollout Plan That Got Our Artist 1 Million Streams on His First Song Ever: http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/ Pre-Save Your Future Releases: http://www.foreverfanmusic.com/ ​ Topics covered: 01:09 Becoming A...

#76 | How We Got 10 Million Streams With A Simple Content Strategy (Only 30 Days) ft. Flyana Boss 18.07.2023

Originating from Detroit, MI and Dallas, TX, Bobbi Lanea and Folayan Kunerede are MCs and multi-instrumentalists who crossed paths at a prestigious music college in Los Angeles, CA. Their instant connection sparked a creative partnership, and thus Flyana Boss was born. Together, Bobbi and Folayan craft captivating hip-hop anthems that exude a contagious sense of flyness and boss mentality. Their m...

#75 | The True Reality of a Music Manager, Monetizing Content, Funk Volume + More ft. Damien Ritter 13.07.2023

Damien Ritter is the Founder of the Music Entrepreneur Club, Black & Orange Management, and former Co-Founder of Funk Volume, a Los Angeles-based record label that has been cited as a leader among independent rap labels with over 250 million YouTube views, consistent Top 10 chart placements on Billboard and iTunes and high profile write-ups in media outlets such as Forbes, Billboard, SPIN, LA...

#74 | Before You Record Your Music Video Watch This… (How To Get Results) ft. YelloPain 11.07.2023

​YelloPain is a rap artist from Dayton, Ohio. His 2020 single, “My Vote Don’t Count,” about the importance of voting in every election (and which contains a mini civics lesson), went viral earlier this year. YellowPain began his craft as a musician at the age of 7, and quickly understood what he wanted to do with the rest of his life. In the early stages of his career, his business-minded family s...

#73 | How To Break an Artist in 2 Phases (Rick Ross, Citi Under Siege, Ray Daniels) 06.07.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 0:00 Intro 00:24 How To Break An Artist in 2 Phases 0:50 Rick Ross - The Moment an Artist is Ready to Break 3:48 3 Things to Realize When Breaking as An Artist 4:05 1. Engaging Fans So They Buy 5:51 2. Don't Wait...

#72 | Your Wake Up Call To Making Money in The Music Industry and Building Community ft. Rapjuggernaut 04.07.2023

Rapjuggernaut: A renowned music industry strategist and urban marketing expert, Rapjuggernaut is a member of The Core DJs Worldwide and co-founder of The Promo Vatican and Artist Revenue Solutions. No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 01:43 Rapjugge...

#71 | Why Society Hates Artists: The Pressures Of Success & Mental Health (And what to do about it) 29.06.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 00:00 Intro 00:43 15-50% of Artists and Writers Are Depressed 15:18 Are Fans Making These Artists Depressed 24:54 Why We Love Listening to Sad Music 27:13 Artists NEED TO BE Accountable 35:44 Chance The Rapper -...

#69 | Why Artists NEVER SUCCEED in The Music Industry, Are Publicists a Scam + Beating The Industry 22.06.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 0:00 Intro 00:39 All Artists Aren’t Entertainers 27:07 Are Publicists a Scam? 46:19 How to Beat the Music Industry at Their Own Game 58:33 Rapping About Things You Don’t Do 01:11:08 Hip-Hop a Gift and Curse! HOW...

#68 | Battle of Genres: The Unexpected Takeover of Afrobeats 20.06.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 00:49 - DJ Akademiks : Afro Beats Taking Over Hip Hop 21:05 - Spotify's Most Streamed Artist 27:56 - The Unexpected Rise of Afro Beats 38:46 Breaking Internationally 43:33 Apple Music Global Chart HOW J.R. MCKEE...

#67 | The ONLY WAY TO Indie Artist Success, Breaking Artists For The Past 30 Years ft. Wendy Day 15.06.2023

Wendy Day serves as a guide and advisor to hip-hop musicians, offering her expertise and support. In 1992, she established the Rap Coalition, a non-profit entity that assists artists in navigating the music industry with greater advantage. Additionally, she created PowerMoves, a consultancy firm aimed at providing advice to artists and record labels regarding independent opportunities. No Labels N...

#66 | How The Music Industry Will Look Like in 2024 (PREPARE NOW) ft. @musicmarketing 13.06.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. To See More of Circa, Check out: https://www.instagram.com/indepreneur/ Topics Covered: 02:11 Why The Music Industry Shrinking Is Good For Indie Artists 12:53 Artist Influencers: The New Wave of Indie Artists 18:06 Smart Artists...

#65 | The Truth About Being Taylor Swift's Manager and The Unforgiving Music Industry ft. Rick Barker 08.06.2023

Rick Barker is a highly accomplished music industry professional with over 25 years of experience. As the former Manager of Taylor Swift, he has guided the careers of numerous artists. Rick is also a co-writer of "The $150,000 Music Degree" and the host of "The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast," where he shares his expertise and empowers aspiring musicians and industry professionals. No Labels Nec...

#64 | What Artists Get Wrong About Promoting Music Using Social Media Ads and Data ft Dan Runcie 06.06.2023

Trapital was created by Dan Runcie to tackle the issue of inadequate recognition for accomplished hip-hop executives who have transitioned into successful business leaders. Seeking to rectify the situation, Dan aimed to generate more comprehensive coverage and strategic analysis specifically tailored to the hip-hop industry, similar to the attention given to other sectors. The ultimate objective b...

#63 | Selling Merch: The Things We Wish We Knew Before Starting 01.06.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Resources That Helped Us With Our Merch: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRoSjueV/?t=1 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRoBKBBk/?t=1 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRoSSXKh/?t=1 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRoSkry4/?t=1 Topics Covered: 00:00 Intro...

#62 | Turning Down $1.5 Million Record Deal, Jay-Z 360 Deal, Building A Fanbase ft. LaRussell 30.05.2023

LaRussell, the West Coast rapper and founder of Good Compenny, has captivated audiences with his authentic and heartfelt flow. Hailing from Vallejo, California. After leaving his aerospace job, he fully embraced his musical aspirations, releasing projects, collaborating with talented artists, and gaining recognition through electrifying performances on the Good Compenny live performance YouTube ch...

#61 | How This Artist Trolled Elon Musk and Got Millions Of Views in 7 Hours + More 25.05.2023

Connor Musarra, a 29-year-old artist, utilized TikTok as a platform to reveal his experience with creating a satirical Twitter Tesla account. He claims that his parody account managed to grab the attention of Elon Musk himself, albeit briefly, before it was eventually suspended. The story was shared through a series of three videos on TikTok with the addition of releasing his song "Elon Musk Can G...

#60 | The Reality of Getting Signed By Labels, The Role of Music Managers, Indie Label Breakdown 23.05.2023

Sam Levine is a dynamic artist manager, overseeing two exceptional artists, one of whom has amassed over 1 million monthly listeners. Sam has a track record of maximizing opportunities for his clients. Recognized as Manager of the Year and with valuable connections at all major DSPs, Sam not only delivers impressive results but also attracts significant investment opportunities. Currently, Sam is...

#59 | Music Branding: Making Money Without Hit Songs, Formula To Viral TikTok Songs + More 18.05.2023

Chris 'Kato' Ju is a Korean-American music producer and entrepreneur based in Atlanta, GA. He began his musical journey as a self-taught rapper and beatmaker, gaining recognition among his peers and local artists like Jarren Benton. Kato eventually shifted his focus solely to production and collaborated with Jarren, catching the attention of the independent label Funk Volume. After signing with Fu...

#58 | JID's Manager Questions The Impact Of Rap, Is Street Music Ruining Our Culture? 16.05.2023

Ja Morant continuously puts his career on the line and many people are asking why a $200 Million NBA Star can't stay off IG Live. No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Get Free Courses That Helped Multiple Artists Get Millions of Streams! https://www.brandmannetwork...

#57 | Fake Cosigns Got This Rapper 2X Instagram Followers, Music Deals and Features ft. @JADYSBIRTHDAY 11.05.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. @JADYSBIRTHDAY is a rapper, musician, and recording artist from Los Angeles, CA. With the help of his Ice Spice A.I. marketing campaign, he was able to gain traction with his song Pink Floyd. Watch the entire breakdown to learn...

#56 | The Only Way TO REAL FANS, LaRussell's Strategy, Serious Money With Small Fans ft. J.R. McKee 09.05.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Join J.R Mckee, a Grammy-winning music marketer, in this revealing interview podcast as he shares his insights on the inner workings of the music industry. Discover his perspectives on winning Grammys, breaking hits, the realiti...

#55 | Content Creators Biggest Threat, Kai Cenat and Jidion Permaban, DJ Akademiks Solution 04.05.2023

No Labels Necessary is a Weekly Podcast hosted by Sean "BrandMan" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley, unveiling the world of marketing from Indie Artists to Major Labels. Topics Covered: 00:58 Twitch Banned Their Most Popular Streamer (Kain Cenat) 02:41 Jidion Banned on Twitch After First-Time Offense 07:13 DJ Akademiks speaks on signing a deal w/ Rumble 31:57 Kai Cenat ONLY making $2M after stre...

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