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Oh so basically you weren't intending to show us how to break. You're here to scam us with your products OK just wondering. No thanks you just proved my theory that is today's music success is all placement and manufactured clicks no-talent needed whatsoever
@@claudiakramer4516 If success is money, labels, entities, and many more scramble to survive. It might not look like it, but it's easy to see. GPT, AI, and much more. They never share the % of how many artists succeed; they say, "artist succeed by using this method or signing this deal." ruclips.net/video/f1Mw9npi-6M/видео.html
Hi, glad so many people have gotten something out of this and thanks to Burstimo for having me on. I rarely if ever have time to give individual feedback on an unsolicited demos (it actually takes me a long time to do properly) so hopefully being on a platform like this is a little bit of help. I can see from the comments though that I've left lots of things out, so happy to come back and answer questions at some point if the bosses at Burstimo will have me. Good luck, Oh, and thanks to that pineapple person for the request!
Joe your insight was amazing. When you have a chance, you should go check out an early riser by the name of Big State & his song remake to Pure Imagination.
Brilliant insight, really, thanks for giving us all these details, this is highly appreciated! A follow-up interview would be great of course - the internet is insatiable anyways ;)
You Should work with KING UCHE (@1KingUche) The future African King of Hip-Hop, and his roster/indie label full of future AFro WORLD SUPERSTARS Sufferingsofferings.com
"Focus as much as you can on having amazing music and amazing content. And get out there and talk to people. Because your aim is not to get a record deal. Your aim is to be a successful Artist with an Audience." 42:55 So simple but so important, thank you Burstimo, really needed this!!!
It's basicly like Paris Hilton words - " stop being poor". Or Tony Robbins saying to be succesfull businesman you need to have succesfull business.)) thx, i never thought of that
@@Paul46107 He is saying that there is no secret in success other than working and trying again and again If you want some more in-depth information on how to do so you should watch other videos of Burstimo or check out Damian Keyes
Personally, I feel like it's 90% "spitting in the booth" cause if you suck then no amount of A&R is going to fix it for you. The other 10% = Production Value / Vision.
@@SumFlyyyGuy i hear you, but you must also know about the business and the game youre in. we all spit in the booth but how about some knowledge on the deals we sign or the promo? that too plays a huge part.
@@shaolin6 I agree with you 100% on that, there is a general lack of industry knowledge - gets people in some serious bs sometimes too. Better to go independent than sign a bad contract.
feel so lucky we get actual insights to this these days. before a&r were like these mystical elusive characters, but now they're just people who are honest and actually trying to genuinely help you! thanks burtismo and joe!
It is a perspective but not the only method. People I implore you to start up your own small independent labels because we are on the verge of another punk explosion especially with COVID-19. The obsession with pop is actually killing music
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
This guy is just so down to earth, I love how he just keeps it real and is all about the music and authentic personal connections. Awesome interview and totally helps solidify my perspectives as an independent artist, thanks so much for this!
Great conversation. As an artist myself I don't usually pay attention to such videos because most of the time these "label reps" love to beat around the bush a lot and say a lot of nothings. But this was quite refreshing. Plus he has a good vibe and his humility supersedes his career which makes him relatable and trustworthy.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
@@AndyWalkerOfficial Jesus what a load of snobby pretentious old shite. Yeah, there's music that is subjectively bad or good but calling what you enjoy vs what other people "real music" is bollocks. Doesn't matter how you made it, if it's got a hook, if it makes you feel something then who cares how it was made.
Grime artist here - thank you for uploading this video, it's very helpful and insightful. Been subbed for a while and your growth is a testament to the quality of your content, congrats!
I love the part where he talks about opportunity cost. You CAN do everything yourself but you shouldn't! You can't work 24/7 on being a great artist if you're spending time sorting out the business, bookings, deals etc etc, great interview 🙌🏽
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
As an artist who has known a lot of people who have had less than ideal experiences with record labels over the years, it was an interesting conversation. I particularly liked how Joe emphasized the artist working independently, as I've know people who have signed to labels only to be told how to look, what to play, etc.
Best 44mins I've spent in a while. Really insightful and the closing part turned out very motivating. Labels have so many spots in a particular time slot, it'd be great to amplify your work however the ultimate answer is creating an audience and communicating with them with some sort of narrative.
The fact that I saw this video's thumbnail so often and chose not to click and just now watching it. This video is a gem with so many incredible information thank you
That was totally fascinating! We don't get the chance enough to hear from people on the other side as small artists. He pretty much sums up all the reason why that'd be my dream to work with a big label. Sooo much grind work is provided for you, I wouldn't mind sharing tons of profits. I'd rather make 10% of 1 million $ than 100% of 46.35$ hahaha
you are right, he does seem like a nice guy. But then again he is working for the big cats, you will still have to watch your back if you are getting signed even through a nice guy to a label.
I appreciate you guys producing & posting this interview, and definitely look forward to more. Joe's perspective was certainly interesting but I feel like A&R reps tend to talk in generalities pertaining to "telling an artists story" etc vs "on first quarter sales we're trying ___ and these are the virtual tours we're working on coordinating" etc. It'd be super interesting to hear from someone who works in a moderately high position at a label, say, who is literally overseeing deals and strategies and goes in depth about what tactics they're currently using. Food for thought! Love the podcast set!
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit . God Bless the @warnermusic
He was in the right place at the right time and basically grandfathered into the industry. WOW! Amazing story! I am hoping to have those same results some day as I am already in my senior years. Where I lack musical education, I make up for with musical creativity and history. I have learned to work around my handicaps.lol Hearing stories like this gives me hope that, even at 65 years old, I also have the opportunity to make my mark. The only hurdle I need to get over is getting people to know my eccentric ways of doing things. It's not too late for me yet. I've been successful on a smaller scale already. There's nothing stopping me from going further.
This was really cool to see and sorta got me inspired and hyped again to push harder with my music and try to get discovered and grow this career and community. Great video as usual!
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
This is very helpful! As an artist I have been looking for this insight from an A&R. Thank you! I am now focusing on my personal narrative, which was ALREADY there. I just needed to bring it to light. Don't sleep on MILES KELLEY music!!!!
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
Thanks for this fantastic insight! Thanks so much Burstimo for the great questions, this is very helpful, and what a wonderful person Joe Kentish is! Reassuring that ppl like you all work in the industry.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
“I know of one instance in the last 20 years where someone was signed because of an unsolicited demo sent to an A&R department” ...so you’re saying it’s possible...
It happens a lot more than they’ll tell you. A lot more. Having said that if you want to get to labels go to songwriters or producers first. Songwriters especially as they are fighting to get their songs out there due to artists who are shit writers putting their shit out
@@spacerips172 for sure for sure, but at the end of the day, it’s like fishing: the more lines you have in the water, the more likely you’ll get a bite.
9:24 Is EVERYTHING you need to know about anything in life. What might work for some might not work for you, including everything else said in this video.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit . what you said is exactly the target .
This was a fascinating look inside the label and I really enjoyed everything about the video from how casual, but thoughtful the interview style was to the fantastic audio quality. Thank you so much and look forward to more of your work!!!
A&R is the friendly, personable face who gets the young musician to sign all of their most profitable years over to a record label for a meager percentage. As a musician they aren't your enemy but they sure as hell aren't to be trusted unless you want to go bankrupt.
@@xXAjaxXx A funny 'band development story': In the late sixties the famous danish band, savage rose, was offered a record deal by RCA. They went to USA and RCA only had one condition - that they should go to Vietnam and play for the American soldiers. The band refused to sign, which made the RCA guys freak out completely. RCA had their passports and refused to give it to them, before they - as a punishment - had played 3 times a day for a month at their new club in LA, without pay. ruclips.net/video/xLCJr-WXLlg/видео.html ruclips.net/video/kFyfAw8Pw1w/видео.html Possibly, the record companies have 'earned' their reputation.
Great video! I'm a song writer and have been for over 10 years. I am yet to try and get anything recorded or signed etc.. a video on how to get your songs infront of the right people would be really interesting! ✌🏻
I’d love to see a similar video but with someone from an indie talking about less mainstream music to see if there are any differences in their processes
This was very insightful. Especially the emphasis on having a story. From a personal experience I've found finding a narrative the hardest thing to do, but I can imagine it being right up there with the most important things to have in your locker from a promotional perspective. With the right narrative it can really help you find the natural home/demographic for your work. I guess this is why I've held back from making risk investments in marketing my project. The reality is it would be pointless, you can't be just 'Music Guy' in such a saturated market.
I really enjoyed this podcast with Joe Kentish. Extremely informative and enjoyable. The goal is not the label, it's to make great music and have a successful career. The label may be there to help.
Guy been doing A&R for 20 years and avoids unsolicited content to the extent he doesn’t know what to call it 😂 really shows you gotta just do your thing
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
For artists looking to break quicker, Burstimo's Membership gives you access to Spotify playlist curators, A&Rs, Major industry opportunities, advanced tutorials for breaking an artist, contact databases and more:
www.members.burstimo.co/membership
Oh so basically you weren't intending to show us how to break. You're here to scam us with your products OK just wondering. No thanks you just proved my theory that is today's music success is all placement and manufactured clicks no-talent needed whatsoever
@@claudiakramer4516 stop being rude dude
Who told you that the are scammers
@@claudiakramer4516 If success is money, labels, entities, and many more scramble to survive.
It might not look like it, but it's easy to see.
GPT, AI, and much more.
They never share the % of how many artists succeed; they say, "artist succeed by using this method or signing this deal."
ruclips.net/video/f1Mw9npi-6M/видео.html
I’ve been a member for almost two months now. I send an email more than a month, I’m yet to get a reply.
Hi, glad so many people have gotten something out of this and thanks to Burstimo for having me on. I rarely if ever have time to give individual feedback on an unsolicited demos (it actually takes me a long time to do properly) so hopefully being on a platform like this is a little bit of help. I can see from the comments though
that I've left lots of things out, so happy to come back and answer questions at some point if the bosses at Burstimo will have me. Good luck, Oh, and thanks to that pineapple person for the request!
Thanks for the insight brother
Joe your insight was amazing. When you have a chance, you should go check out an early riser by the name of Big State & his song remake to Pure Imagination.
Brilliant insight, really, thanks for giving us all these details, this is highly appreciated! A follow-up interview would be great of course - the internet is insatiable anyways ;)
You Should work with KING UCHE (@1KingUche) The future African King of Hip-Hop, and his roster/indie label full of future AFro WORLD SUPERSTARS Sufferingsofferings.com
Joe let me know if you ever want to guest on Zoom at my USC (University of Southern California). Get me through www.bobbyborg.com
"Focus as much as you can on having amazing music and amazing content.
And get out there and talk to people.
Because your aim is not to get a record deal.
Your aim is to be a successful Artist with an Audience." 42:55
So simple but so important, thank you Burstimo, really needed this!!!
THAT'S HUGE! Such a great summary!
Literally watched the whole interview and these final words just confirmed i'm on the right track 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
ruclips.net/video/fW8sDmvIhiA/видео.html
It's basicly like Paris Hilton words - " stop being poor". Or Tony Robbins saying to be succesfull businesman you need to have succesfull business.)) thx, i never thought of that
@@Paul46107 He is saying that there is no secret in success other than working and trying again and again
If you want some more in-depth information on how to do so you should watch other videos of Burstimo or check out Damian Keyes
LETS HOPE ARTISTS THAT WATCH THIS GROW HEY
Thanks Tony.
artists dont watch these kind gems. for some reason they dont wanna educate themselves they think its just spittin in the booth and thats it
Personally, I feel like it's 90% "spitting in the booth" cause if you suck then no amount of A&R is going to fix it for you. The other 10% = Production Value / Vision.
@@SumFlyyyGuy i hear you, but you must also know about the business and the game youre in. we all spit in the booth but how about some knowledge on the deals we sign or the promo? that too plays a huge part.
@@shaolin6 I agree with you 100% on that, there is a general lack of industry knowledge - gets people in some serious bs sometimes too. Better to go independent than sign a bad contract.
feel so lucky we get actual insights to this these days. before a&r were like these mystical elusive characters, but now they're just people who are honest and actually trying to genuinely help you! thanks burtismo and joe!
I don't know if this guy speaks for the industry, but his perspective is very enlightening and interesting to hear.
It is a perspective but not the only method. People I implore you to start up your own small independent labels because we are on the verge of another punk explosion especially with COVID-19. The obsession with pop is actually killing music
He's spot on in my opinion
Also I really appreciate how you guys just let your guests talk and don't interrupt, that's why so many gems get dropped 💎
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
He seems like a really chill guy. I'd always kind of imagined the major label types were strictly business 😂
haha not at all - they're mainly really driven people that want to progress artists they're big supporters of
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
@@AndyWalkerOfficial you didn’t have to type any of this
They are when it’s time to be lol
A great and very captivating podcast.
2 years later, Joe Kentish's suggestions are still just as relevant.
This guy is just so down to earth, I love how he just keeps it real and is all about the music and authentic personal connections. Awesome interview and totally helps solidify my perspectives as an independent artist, thanks so much for this!
Great conversation. As an artist myself I don't usually pay attention to such videos because most of the time these "label reps" love to beat around the bush a lot and say a lot of nothings. But this was quite refreshing. Plus he has a good vibe and his humility supersedes his career which makes him relatable and trustworthy.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
@@AndyWalkerOfficial man shut up and stop trying to ruin things
@@AndyWalkerOfficial Jesus what a load of snobby pretentious old shite. Yeah, there's music that is subjectively bad or good but calling what you enjoy vs what other people "real music" is bollocks. Doesn't matter how you made it, if it's got a hook, if it makes you feel something then who cares how it was made.
Thanks I’m working with major and Indy labels promoting their artists through the channel and this was very insightful all the best 🔥💯
Grime artist here - thank you for uploading this video, it's very helpful and insightful.
Been subbed for a while and your growth is a testament to the quality of your content, congrats!
I love the part where he talks about opportunity cost. You CAN do everything yourself but you shouldn't! You can't work 24/7 on being a great artist if you're spending time sorting out the business, bookings, deals etc etc, great interview 🙌🏽
if youre making money, its better to hire your own team.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
As an artist who has known a lot of people who have had less than ideal experiences with record labels over the years, it was an interesting conversation. I particularly liked how Joe emphasized the artist working independently, as I've know people who have signed to labels only to be told how to look, what to play, etc.
Some Serious Gem's in Here!
Thanks Again & Congrats on 100K🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
thank you!!!
@@Burstimo No, Thank YOU! This content is next level. I look forward to working with you in the future!
Joe kinda makes you want to be signed to Warner. He's seems down to earth and authentic.
One of the best videos on A&R, thanks for sharing this!
Super insightful. Congrats on 100k
that ending point was really spot on and perspective shifting.
Best 44mins I've spent in a while. Really insightful and the closing part turned out very motivating. Labels have so many spots in a particular time slot, it'd be great to amplify your work however the ultimate answer is creating an audience and communicating with them with some sort of narrative.
The fact that I saw this video's thumbnail so often and chose not to click and just now watching it. This video is a gem with so many incredible information thank you
That was totally fascinating! We don't get the chance enough to hear from people on the other side as small artists. He pretty much sums up all the reason why that'd be my dream to work with a big label. Sooo much grind work is provided for you, I wouldn't mind sharing tons of profits. I'd rather make 10% of 1 million $ than 100% of 46.35$ hahaha
seems like such a genuine guy and is giving helpful advice to new artists. I thoroughly enjoyed this video!
you are right, he does seem like a nice guy. But then again he is working for the big cats, you will still have to watch your back if you are getting signed even through a nice guy to a label.
This amazing! THANK YOU!
Thank you for this one Burstimo!!! I’ve really been catching myself recommending you guys to everyone left and right haha
big love!
what an event in time and space. Thanks a million to Burtismo and Joe for this session
I appreciate you guys producing & posting this interview, and definitely look forward to more.
Joe's perspective was certainly interesting but I feel like A&R reps tend to talk in generalities pertaining to "telling an artists story" etc vs "on first quarter sales we're trying ___ and these are the virtual tours we're working on coordinating" etc.
It'd be super interesting to hear from someone who works in a moderately high position at a label, say, who is literally overseeing deals and strategies and goes in depth about what tactics they're currently using.
Food for thought! Love the podcast set!
Thanks for the suggestion.
Definitely something we're looking into, as well as things such as music lawyers and successful artists also
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit . God Bless the @warnermusic
@@AndyWalkerOfficial Your comment is incoherent.
I can't wait for this one!!
Thank you Burstimo for hosting :) you people are giving me a good view of what I have to do :)
Thanks guys for yet another great video
Looking forward for this onee
He was in the right place at the right time and basically grandfathered into the industry. WOW! Amazing story! I am hoping to have those same results some day as I am already in my senior years. Where I lack musical education, I make up for with musical creativity and history. I have learned to work around my handicaps.lol Hearing stories like this gives me hope that, even at 65 years old, I also have the opportunity to make my mark. The only hurdle I need to get over is getting people to know my eccentric ways of doing things. It's not too late for me yet. I've been successful on a smaller scale already. There's nothing stopping me from going further.
This was really cool to see and sorta got me inspired and hyped again to push harder with my music and try to get discovered and grow this career and community. Great video as usual!
love it
Happy for you, don't give up!
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
this was great
Glad you enjoyed it!
Naw seriously tho🔥🔥🔥
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I agree
Was a great listen! Thanks guys
This is very helpful! As an artist I have been looking for this insight from an A&R. Thank you! I am now focusing on my personal narrative, which was ALREADY there. I just needed to bring it to light.
Don't sleep on MILES KELLEY music!!!!
lol that moment at 19:20 , Burtismo guys getting proven right their faces are like yes... yes... tell them that were right
teehee
Lovely interview 👌🏻💕🎶
This is top content. Congrats guys! Keep'em coming!
I don't want to be signed by a record atm but I still found this extremely helpful to figure out my narrative.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
This was really helpful. Thanks for sharing !
Thanks so much for this Burstimo, your content is so helpful! :)
So informative! God Bless you for sharing Joe! Great interview! Thanks So Much! A Big Thank you to Burstimo, too! Excellent choice! :)
Thank you!
Thanks for this fantastic insight! Thanks so much Burstimo for the great questions, this is very helpful, and what a wonderful person Joe Kentish is! Reassuring that ppl like you all work in the industry.
I'm "productive" - six albums in 2 years but need a front person..give us a call Joe !
Excellent interview with sensible advice and an insight to the modern day music business 👍
Joe is super cool , should have his own podcast haha
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
fantastic video fr fr on dis one
Loved that conversation! Thanks for sharing such insighful and amazing content for emerging artists!
“I know of one instance in the last 20 years where someone was signed because of an unsolicited demo sent to an A&R department” ...so you’re saying it’s possible...
It happens a lot more than they’ll tell you. A lot more. Having said that if you want to get to labels go to songwriters or producers first. Songwriters especially as they are fighting to get their songs out there due to artists who are shit writers putting their shit out
@@kehindea What if you're both a songwriter AND producer, trying to network deeper into the music biz?...
you don't WANT to reach out to labels. You want THEM to reach out to you, because that means you have leverage
@@spacerips172 for sure for sure, but at the end of the day, it’s like fishing: the more lines you have in the water, the more likely you’ll get a bite.
Absolutely fantastic! Thank you all so much!
this is pure gold! would love to see more ones like this
this gives me strength ... i won't surrender
Bro this was SUCH a helpful conversation. Thank you guys so much for not gatekeeping and sharing this wisdom. Much love!
Big thank you guys for doing this podcast with Joe. I’ve learned some invaluable lessons here. Thank you once more
Love his thoughtful answers. He's not a jaded industry exec.
9:24 Is EVERYTHING you need to know about anything in life. What might work for some might not work for you, including everything else said in this video.
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit . what you said is exactly the target .
I like this guy. Nice to hear someone giving straight talk on this topic.
This was a fascinating look inside the label and I really enjoyed everything about the video from how casual, but thoughtful the interview style was to the fantastic audio quality. Thank you so much and look forward to more of your work!!!
Thank you so much! Glad you found it useful
Wow this was an insightful interview! Thank you for this
Love this video. Thank you Burstimo for another informational and dope video!
What great insight, thank you!!!
"The successful artist with an audience is the answer."
This gives me a lot of hope as a small musician
One of the most well-spoken people I've ever heard! Amazing interview, thank you for adding value to my life and future!
This has been so insightful and helpful! Thank you Burstimo x
Now I know how to find artists for my label
So awesome! Learned a lot! Thank you sooo much for this spectacular interview!
Crazy some these artists are generating tens of millions of dollars in streaming revenue
Very helpful!
Loved this. Great interview
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" We don't want to control the artist", other than making them give up all rights to their own music and letting them cover all expenses!!
A&R is the friendly, personable face who gets the young musician to sign all of their most profitable years over to a record label for a meager percentage. As a musician they aren't your enemy but they sure as hell aren't to be trusted unless you want to go bankrupt.
@@xXAjaxXx A funny 'band development story': In the late sixties the famous danish band, savage rose, was offered a record deal by RCA. They went to USA and RCA only had one condition - that they should go to Vietnam and play for the American soldiers. The band refused to sign, which made the RCA guys freak out completely. RCA had their passports and refused to give it to them, before they - as a punishment - had played 3 times a day for a month at their new club in LA, without pay.
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Possibly, the record companies have 'earned' their reputation.
lol that is true. You gotta be really smart to not to get ripped off.
Lmfao.
Think of the A&R as the mask in front of the monster you can’t see. Which is the label.
Great video! I'm a song writer and have been for over 10 years. I am yet to try and get anything recorded or signed etc.. a video on how to get your songs infront of the right people would be really interesting! ✌🏻
this is such an eye openining interview...ive always wanted to get into the industry as an A&R.
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Thank you for your time and space 💫
This was so insightful! Love from India 🙏❤
This is great, thank you! 🙌
I’d love to see a similar video but with someone from an indie talking about less mainstream music to see if there are any differences in their processes
Thanks for the suggestion! We'll have a think and see who we can invite on :)
@@Burstimo Amazing looking forward to it!
Great interview! Thanks guys!
That was a great talk!
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As an upcoming singer love this 🙏🏽
This was very insightful. Especially the emphasis on having a story.
From a personal experience I've found finding a narrative the hardest thing to do, but I can imagine it being right up there with the most important things to have in your locker from a promotional perspective.
With the right narrative it can really help you find the natural home/demographic for your work. I guess this is why I've held back from making risk investments in marketing my project. The reality is it would be pointless, you can't be just 'Music Guy' in such a saturated market.
This is a really interesting interview. This guy really knows what he's talking about.
Great video! Just subscribed :)
I really enjoyed this podcast with Joe Kentish. Extremely informative and enjoyable. The goal is not the label, it's to make great music and have a successful career. The label may be there to help.
exactly, love that mindset
Thank you so much for this 🙏🏼
This was very interesting, great stuff!
This was very insightful
Exactly!
Great Content! Got so much to learn. Thankyou!
Guy been doing A&R for 20 years and avoids unsolicited content to the extent he doesn’t know what to call it 😂 really shows you gotta just do your thing
that’s why discography’s finished .... you put a garage band man , without any skill , any Academy , any notion of music , just putting samples , riffs, and grooves here and there .... and you really think you’ve made the MUSIC ??? Or just a basic autotune Voice , that can sell the song for one year and then disappear?? Sorry ... but this is not Music Industry, this should be called “ Improvisation Industry “ , and that’s not professional enough, to associate all that with a Big Label like Warner or worse ... Universalmusicgroup.... God Bless the Real Music .... not that shit .
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I respect the guy for telling the truth.
Very helpful, Thank you Joe.
This is a nice podcast. Thank you for the insight.
Amazing! Loving all your guys podcasts - super helpful!
Maddy and Alex are legit!
I Love this video!