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Earlier this month, a fire devastated Portland’s Burn Money Studios, a hub for local artists where Makonnen worked, stored merch, and created art. His kitchen shift was part of a fundraiser to help his community rebuild what they lost.

Earlier this month, a fire devastated Portland’s Burn Money Studios, a hub for local artists where Makonnen worked, stored merch, and created art. His kitchen shift was part of a fundraiser to help his community rebuild what they lost.

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“I’m not embarrassed. I’m just surviving like every human has to.” That’s what iLoveMakonnen told me when I asked about the viral video of him in a restaurant kitchen. Everyone shared the clip, but nobody reached out to hear the story behind it. Until I did. A thread...🧵
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“I’m not embarrassed. I’m just surviving like every human has to.” That’s what iLoveMakonnen told me when I asked about the viral video of him in a restaurant kitchen. Everyone shared the clip, but nobody reached out to hear the story behind it. Until I did. A thread...🧵

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684,508 views • 1 year ago

People often ask me why I care so much. Allow me to explain.
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People often ask me why I care so much. Allow me to explain.

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400,613 views • 2 years ago

This isn't something I'd usually share here, but an artist bringing it up unprompted caught me off guard in a really meaningful way. This is why I love working with artists. I'm truly blessed.
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This isn't something I'd usually share here, but an artist bringing it up unprompted caught me off guard in a really meaningful way. This is why I love working with artists. I'm truly blessed.

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40,682 views • 2 months ago

Ghana’s own Kwesi Arthur pulled up to @Audiomack Studios in New York and performed live piano renditions of new music 🎹🔥
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Ghana’s own Kwesi Arthur pulled up to @Audiomack Studios in New York and performed live piano renditions of new music 🎹🔥

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103,586 views • 7 months ago

It’s Friday. Stop releasing music on Fridays. Go off-cycle.
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It’s Friday. Stop releasing music on Fridays. Go off-cycle.

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164,981 views • 1 year ago

I see this happen at least once a week: An indie artist pays thousands for a major feature... only to realize they won’t be able to release the song! Don’t waste your money. Watch this explainer from entertainment attorney Ryan Schmidt.
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I see this happen at least once a week: An indie artist pays thousands for a major feature... only to realize they won’t be able to release the song! Don’t waste your money. Watch this explainer from entertainment attorney Ryan Schmidt.

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32,518 views • 2 months ago

Kendrick was 24 here and already understood the key to longevity: genuine connection.
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Kendrick was 24 here and already understood the key to longevity: genuine connection.

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106,212 views • 1 year ago

Say it with me: Artist development is human development. In this clip, Isaiah Rashad explains how working with Top Dawg has afforded him the luxury of taking his time on music, allowing him to be an active father to his kids and care for his grandma.
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Say it with me: Artist development is human development. In this clip, Isaiah Rashad explains how working with Top Dawg has afforded him the luxury of taking his time on music, allowing him to be an active father to his kids and care for his grandma.

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48,426 views • 6 months ago

“Stay independent as long as you can.” MUST-WATCH interview with veteran manager Chris Anokute, who explains what you want in a record deal when you have leverage: • Master ownership • 10-year licensing reversion • 70/30 profit split (artist’s favor) • No “distribution fee”
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“Stay independent as long as you can.” MUST-WATCH interview with veteran manager Chris Anokute, who explains what you want in a record deal when you have leverage: • Master ownership • 10-year licensing reversion • 70/30 profit split (artist’s favor) • No “distribution fee”

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97,380 views • 1 year ago

Thug’s frustration over Kendrick not giving him a verse reminded me of this J. Cole quote about choosing feeling over a check: “I’m not gonna charge [artists] $2,000 a word. I don’t even charge for the verse. I’m doing this shit because I’m inspired.”
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Thug’s frustration over Kendrick not giving him a verse reminded me of this J. Cole quote about choosing feeling over a check: “I’m not gonna charge [artists] $2,000 a word. I don’t even charge for the verse. I’m doing this shit because I’m inspired.”

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71,491 views • 1 year ago

Remain independent until you’ve built up an audience. No matter how long it takes.
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Remain independent until you’ve built up an audience. No matter how long it takes.

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76,308 views • 1 year ago

People want there to be a secret industry button. There’s no button. It’s talent, timing, & money.
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People want there to be a secret industry button. There’s no button. It’s talent, timing, & money.

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53,648 views • 1 year ago

Just this on loop for weeks now...
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Just this on loop for weeks now...

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57,673 views • 1 year ago

Joey Bada$$ with a STRONG message to indie artists chasing a record deal: “Establish who you are first. Create some fucking leverage. Get some fucking motion. Then you entertain a partnership [with a label].”
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Joey Bada$$ with a STRONG message to indie artists chasing a record deal: “Establish who you are first. Create some fucking leverage. Get some fucking motion. Then you entertain a partnership [with a label].”

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51,467 views • 1 year ago

“Either you go to the moon [and return the investment] or you don’t and you go away.” Stem’s CEO explains, in plain yet blunt terms, how most labels view artist signings.
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“Either you go to the moon [and return the investment] or you don’t and you go away.” Stem’s CEO explains, in plain yet blunt terms, how most labels view artist signings.

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43,188 views • 1 year ago

“You post once on Instagram, it only reaches 3% of your followers.” Acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer jonbellion is about to release his first album in 6 years, and he isn’t depending on the algorithm. His entire rollout plan is fan-first and direct. And it's working!
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“You post once on Instagram, it only reaches 3% of your followers.” Acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer jonbellion is about to release his first album in 6 years, and he isn’t depending on the algorithm. His entire rollout plan is fan-first and direct. And it's working!

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48,692 views • 1 year ago

André 3000, on an episode of Touré's podcast, reveals that Epic Records won't count New Blue Sun—his GRAMMY-nominated new-age jazz album—toward the fulfillment of his solo recording contract. Can labels do this? Why? Let's break it down. 🧵
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André 3000, on an episode of Touré's podcast, reveals that Epic Records won't count New Blue Sun—his GRAMMY-nominated new-age jazz album—toward the fulfillment of his solo recording contract. Can labels do this? Why? Let's break it down. 🧵

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54,411 views • 1 year ago

A former Interscope A&R explains what it really looks like to advocate for artists inside a major label system. MUST WATCH. “I was on team artist. And I would always fight for you. I would challenge you when I thought you were wrong. But I would always fight for you.”
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A former Interscope A&R explains what it really looks like to advocate for artists inside a major label system. MUST WATCH. “I was on team artist. And I would always fight for you. I would challenge you when I thought you were wrong. But I would always fight for you.”

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44,336 views • 1 year ago