The Business of Talent

In this episode, we sit down with Fool’s Gold co-founder and DJ Nick Catchdubs. Along with co-founder and fellow DJ A-Track the two have made Fool’s Gold into one of the predominant independent indie record labels. The label has been built on a strong creative brand, loyal community and event marketing, with the wildly successful Fool’s Gold Day Off party series. Nick and the label have an impress...

In this episode, we sit down with Ramon Ibanga, Jr., professionally known as !llmind. !llmind is a grammy winning producer who has co-written and produced hip hop, trap, pop, soul, and electronic music with artists such as Kanye West, Drake, J. Cole, Dr. Dre, Ludacris, Logic , Ariana Grande, and others. He’s also a master at creating online influence through his content, and build his business bey...

In this episode, we sit down with Grammy award-winning DJ and producer, Carlos Cid, better known by his stage name CID. In 2013, CID won a Grammy for his production with Cedric Gervais' remix of "Summertime Sadness” and this past year received a nomination of his own for best-remixed recordings of Labrinth, SIA, DIPLO’s LSD - Audio. CID speaks to his journey getting to where he is today and the re...

In this episode, we conducted a Q&A from the audience and had your hosts of the Music Business Podcast Jordan Williams of EQT and Sam Hysell of NOX provide their insight from their respective careers. For aspiring managers and artists, Jordan provides his insight into when these two parties should look into establishing a contract amongst themselves and how to approach the opportunity of signi...

In this episode, we sit down with Paige O’Donnell Operational Manager for Charlamagne Tha God co-host of The Breakfast Club, author, executive producer and more. So whether you’re an aspiring manager or interested in working in the entertainment industry, this episode is for you. What's clear from Paige's story is that a combination of conviction and hard work has allowed her to be successful in t...

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Medved, founder of Billboard Dance and recently appointed editor in chief of Spin magazine. When he's not in the office you can find him in the DJ booth on stages all around the world. Whether you’re an artist or manager looking to get press, an industry vet looking to learn about shifts in the media landscape, or somebody starting out in the music biz, this...

In this episode, we sit down with Jen Pearce founder of Low Profile, a music licensing and consulting company based out of Brooklyn NYC. Jen does a phenomenal job at breaking down the work she does placing songs into your favorite TV shows, ads, movies, videos games and more. Licensing can be a potentially lucrative revenue stream, that many artists and teams completely overlook. This goes past ju...

In this episode, we sit down with Senior Director of A&R at Atlantic Records, Brian Johnston. Brian and Atlantic have a great track record working with some top tier artists, such as Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Gates, and Kodak Black. Brian speaks to his journey to becoming a Senior A&R and how the role has evolved over the 8 years he’s been in the industry. This goes from finding the right talent...

In this episode we're honored to have Jordian Ross, the co-founder of 3rd Shift NYC and Animal House. Jordi built 3rd Shift into one of the go-to parties in NYC and has a knack for finding and booking amazing artists before they blow, such as Trippie Redd and Yung Bans. He talks about his journey as a event producer, and how brands can partner with the culture to help everybody win. You can find J...

In this episode of the Music Business Podcast we're honored to have Eliot Dunk Robinson ( @eliot ) talk about how you can win big on Instagram. Eliot initially built up @dunk into one of the largest basketball media companies on Instagram with nearly 10 million followers across all of their properties. He also was also brought into help spearhead Instagram growth for Gary Vaynerchuk, and helped hi...

In this episode we're super excited to have our guest Harrison Corwin on the show. Harrison is the Director of Video at Mass Appeal. Mass Appeal, originally founded by rap legend Nas, is a thriving media company and independent record label. In this episode we discuss: The convergence between record labels and media companies. We see No Jumper releasing records, it’s just a matter of time before i...

In this episode we get the chance to sit down with Derrick Aroh, an A&R from RCA. Derrick and RCA have an amazing track record working with some top tier artists, such as Childish Gambino, Goldlink and Brockhampton. In this episode we talk about what he looks for in artists, and how he helps artists thrive. Subscribe for updates at musicbusinesspodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Harrison Remler is a force to be reckoned with. In 2018 he was named as one of "Forbes' 30 Under 30," and has an impressive track record as the COO of Visionary Music Group, the management company behind multi-platinum recording artist 'Logic.' In this episode we talk about Logic's ascension, how Harrison first started working with Logic and Chris Zarou, how you can succeed as an artist or manager...

In this installment of Meet the Hosts, Sam Hysell interviews co-host Jordan Williams. Jordan is a manager and operations manager at EQT, the management company behind Goldlink, Masego, Smino, Berhana and more. In this episode, Jordan talks about how he got his job at EQT and has grown into becoming a manager and operations manager inside a rapidly growing management company that supports multi-pla...

In this installment of Meet the Hosts, Jordan Williams interviews co-host Sam Hysell. Sam Hysell is a partner at NOX , a cultural marketing agency that helps artists and brands grow and mobilize communities online. In this episode Sam talks about how he approaches digital marketing for artists and brands, and how he's been able to grow in his career. He also speaks about his time working at Vayner...