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Inside Kato’s Private Briefing With Spotify: What Indie Artists Need to Know
In a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Spotify engages with creators, producer-entrepreneur Kato the Producer joined the No Labels...
Apr 9, 2025


Cuba to Hollywood: The Christina Milian Story on R&B Money
Christina Milian joined hosts Tank and J. Valentine on the "R&B Money" podcast for an intimate, wide-ranging conversation that chronicled...
Apr 8, 2025


“I Didn’t Want to Rap to Be Famous—I Wanted to Free People”: AJ McQueen on Effective Immediately
In an interview on DJ Hed and Gina Views' show Effective Immediately , Houston-raised rapper, poet, and activist AJ McQueen delivered a...
Apr 6, 2025


Joe Kay on the Vibe That Started It All: A Sway in the Morning Recap
Before the world knew Joe Kay as the founder and visionary behind Soulection, he was just a kid in L.A. getting early exposure to radio...
Apr 4, 2025


Glasses Malone on Kendrick, Culture and the Cost of Clout
On the Curtiss King Podcast, Glasses Malone didn’t mince words when describing where hip-hop stands in 2025. For the West Coast artist...
Mar 27, 2025


Game Recognize Game: Payroll Giovanni on Million Dollaz Worth of Game
Payroll Giovanni opened up about his grind, his loyalty to independence, and Detroit's cultural evolution during a recent appearance on...
Mar 26, 2025


Backyard Business: LaRussell Breaks Down the Pergola, Proud to Pay, and His Path to 100 Albums
On a recent episode of SiriusXM’s Effective Immediately , LaRussell sat down with DJ Hed and Gina Views for a conversation that dug deep...
Mar 22, 2025


Streaming Success or Industry Scam? Spotify Exec Talks Royalties, Playlists, and AI
In an era where streaming dominates the music industry, transparency around artist payouts and platform policies remains a hot-button...
Mar 21, 2025


Should Artists Hire Managers or Build Teams? The New Industry Standard
The role of the artist manager has long been a staple of the music industry, but in a rapidly evolving landscape, is it still necessary?...
Mar 20, 2025


“I Never Expected This”: 22nd Jim’s Path to Hip-Hop Success
22nd Jim sat down with VBC for a candid conversation about his music career, his upbringing in Oakland, and his struggles with being a...
Mar 5, 2025


xJ-Will on Sync Licensing: Lessons from 2,000+ TV, Film, and Commercial Music Placements
In an era where artists struggle to turn streams into sustainable income, sync licensing is proving to be one of the most reliable...
Feb 28, 2025


Smokey Robinson on the Motown Family, Songwriting, and Industry Lessons
Smokey Robinson, the legendary singer, songwriter, and Motown pioneer, sat down with Tank and J. Valentine on the R&B Money podcast for...
Feb 26, 2025


AZChike Talks Ownership, Warner Records Deal & His 3-Take Approach to Music
AZChike has been grinding for years, carving out his own lane in the Los Angeles rap scene. From electrifying performances to major...
Feb 22, 2025


Ray Daniels on Effective Immediately: How Hip-Hop Can Fix Its Broken Industry Mode
Ray Daniels has spent 20 years navigating the music industry, helping shape some of its biggest hits while building a reputation as a...
Feb 22, 2025


How to Promote Your Song for $1,000: No Labels Necessary Breaks It Down
For independent artists trying to break into the industry, budgeting for promotion can be tricky. A $1,000 marketing budget might seem...
Feb 21, 2025


Doechii’s Winning Formula: Branding, Work Ethic, and Execution with the Music Entrepreneur Club
For Doechii, success isn’t accidental—it’s the result of meticulous planning. On a recent episode of the Music Entrepreneur Club...
Feb 20, 2025


Building LaFace: How L.A. Reid Shaped Modern R&B
When L.A. Reid first laid eyes on a drum set as a child, it was more than just an instrument—it was a revelation. “I saw God, man....
Feb 17, 2025


Rap & Reason: Super Bowl Stages, Timeless Albums & Rap’s Evolution
Episode 30 of Rap & Reason delivered a deep dive into one of the most talked-about music moments of the year—Kendrick Lamar’s historic...
Feb 13, 2025


From Blockchain to Bars: 19 Keys Drops Knowledge and a Freestyle for the Future on Sway's Universe
On a recent episode of Sway’s Universe , 19 Keys stepped into the studio and delivered a masterclass in futurism, economic independence,...
Feb 12, 2025


From Dallas Austin’s MESA AI to Chappell Roan’s Grammy Callout: The Industry’s Biggest Debates
The latest episode of the Music Entrepreneur Club podcast took a deep dive into the impact of AI on the music industry featuring special...
Feb 12, 2025
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