DJBooth @DJBooth
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Future has a licensing deal with Epic (Sony). This means the label paid him a large advance for the right to exploit his music for a set term. During this term, the label is highly motivated to a) recoup their investment and b) generate the maximum profit. With this in mind…
Future has a licensing deal with Epic (Sony). This means the label paid him a large advance for the right to exploit his music for a set term. During this term, the label is highly motivated to a) recoup their investment and b) generate the maximum profit. With this in mind…
You shouldn't plan on going viral — because that isn't a smart plan — but you *can* put yourself in the best position possible to capitalize on a viral moment and not be caught flat-footed. Let's review some basics — which doubles as a general best practices... a thread:
You shouldn't plan on going viral — because that isn't a smart plan — but you *can* put yourself in the best position possible to capitalize on a viral moment and not be caught flat-footed. Let's review some basics — which doubles as a general best practices... a thread:
Had a lot of fun working on these illustrations for @DJBooth back in the day.
I’ve been talking and writing about SCAMS in the music biz for years, which is why when my friend Cam James (@camjames_irl) reached out and asked me to guest on his latest deep dive for #TheBeatDown, I happily said yes. Watch and learn: youtu.be/u6HNkE3FQvU
Reading @DonnaCWrites and @Yoh31 articles on @DJBooth got me through all of my college lectures. Was so amazing getting to talk with her about our favorite artist and the state of journalism!
The Blog Era and @DJBooth introduced me to some of my favorite artists from that time, @JColeNC @kendricklamar @BIGKRIT @Logic301 @XtotheV @CharlesHamilton @MacMiller too many to name‼️🙌🔊🔥
The Blog Era and @DJBooth introduced me to some of my favorite artists from that time, @JColeNC @kendricklamar @BIGKRIT @Logic301 @XtotheV @CharlesHamilton @MacMiller too many to name‼️🙌🔊🔥
While we’re here… let’s take a moment to appreciate how djbooth seamlessly transitioned into this fast era from the blog era and pre-blog era, while staying true to the roots 20+ years of integrity @DJBooth | @BrianZisook | @audiomack
Every week, artists, new and old, ask me the same questions: “How do I stand out?” “What can I do differently?” Let’s look at Nigerian Canadian recording artist TOBi (@sincerelyTOBi) and his innovative approach to building a dedicated fan community for answers.
Speakin of bars… im takin over 4 @audiomack's art of bars playlist nxt month - hit the link to submit and im adding whoevers got the best bars! amack.it/artofbars
We caught up with @BrianZisook, Co-Founder of @audiomack and Editor-In-Chief @DJBooth to learn a little about his passion for music, the soundtrack to his journey, and find out what artists/records he’s been excited about this year 🤝🔊#TheSoundDiaries bit.ly/SoundDiaries01
Do you ever question why artists with tens of millions of monthly listeners and millions of social media followers often cancel tour dates? Simple: Listeners (often passive and via playlists) and followers are only *sometimes* fans. Fandom requires spend & undivided attention.
I checked in with @BrianZisook (Co-Founder, SVP of Operations at Audiomack) and asked 6 questions related to emerging artists cutting through the noise, Audiomack's global footprint, & more. Here's a few gems from Z:
1. Take new pub photos 2. Update all DSP profiles 3. Update social avatars and headers 4. Update website, bio 5. Register your work 6. Confirm split sheet 7. Provide content partner pitch info 8. Create smartlink 9. Share the artwork, tracklist 10. Ask collaborators to promo
1. Take new pub photos 2. Update all DSP profiles 3. Update social avatars and headers 4. Update website, bio 5. Register your work 6. Confirm split sheet 7. Provide content partner pitch info 8. Create smartlink 9. Share the artwork, tracklist 10. Ask collaborators to promo
Exciting News! 🚀 @audiomack and Love Renaissance (@LVRN) are joining forces to discover and develop the music stars of tomorrow! LVRN will use our cutting-edge ArtistRank system to identify emerging talents and build devoted fanbases worldwide. 🌍🎤 musicbusinessworldwide.com/independent-mu…
ARTISTS, you can now send messages to all of your followers 🚨 🔶 Introducing: CONNECT 💬 The new Connect tab in our FREE Creator App lets you communicate with your Audiomack fans easily and at scale 📈 🔗: amack.it/amconnect
Here is a great article that explains the various types of record deals that currently exist. It’s important to remember that no two deals are created equal and everything is negotiable. Understand the core differences between them. djbooth.net/features/2021-…
Why? Labels are in competition for total market share, amongst themselves and with an ever-growing pool of independent artists. And so they’re more willing now than in the past to offer licensing or distribution deals, which are artist friendly long-term, to secure rising acts.
To sign or not to sign — all depends on your goals as an artist. There are several great deal options available for artists to negotiate if they build up leverage prior to signing. For example, a licensing agreement will allow the artist to retain master ownership.
To sign or not to sign — all depends on your goals as an artist. There are several great deal options available for artists to negotiate if they build up leverage prior to signing. For example, a licensing agreement will allow the artist to retain master ownership.
A classic: djbooth.net/features/every…
Binging all the content on @DJBooth currently… artists if you haven’t checked out their website, I strongly recommend you do.
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1K Followers 118 FollowingTLDR: The label cares about and is motivated to protect their investment (Future’s music) and in order to accomplish A and B (see above), this unofficial, uncleared remix had to come down — for now. This ends my Ted Talk.
“But Z, I saw the photo of Kanye and Metro Boomin. It’s official!” Yeah, that’s not how this works. That image isn’t binding. Metro giving him the stems for “Like That” doesn’t supersede Future’s agreement with Epic and give Ye rights he doesn’t have to upload to his own channel.
Ye’s “remix” was removed from YouTube because it wasn’t cleared by Sony, and Sony is the only party allowed to monetize Future’s music during the term of his licensing agreement. It’s possible the remix does get cleared, and in that event, all royalties would flow through Sony.
Future has a licensing deal with Epic (Sony). This means the label paid him a large advance for the right to exploit his music for a set term. During this term, the label is highly motivated to a) recoup their investment and b) generate the maximum profit. With this in mind…
if future “called up ye” for the “elimination of drake” why the label taking the song down 🤣
Today's my 40th birthday, marking another year without my mom. To honor her memory, I'm asking for donations to the MS Society. Her kindness, in the face of adversity, shaped me. I’d love nothing more than to help others who are battling the disease. Thank you. ❤️
@ladidaix @macaroonmoomin @DJBooth Thanks, appreciate it!
@jmonkey @macaroonmoomin love this. also s/o to @DJBooth
@macaroonmoomin I'd even go one further; I wrote a whole piece a couple years ago on why you haven't experienced an album fully until you've held it in your hands. djbooth.net/features/2020-…
@MickeyChristmas Not The Only one was the first joint I heard, been a fan ever since. S/O to @DJBooth for that.
Create a Long-Term Content Strategy — Game plan beyond the initial release, meaning you're ready for a potential viral moment by default. Develop a strategy to maintain momentum and continue engaging with your audience (existing and new) even after an initial surge.
Get Organized — There are countless tools and services that can help you track your overall growth and social mentions, improve targeting, collect emails, and so much more. The @audiomack Creator App is FREE. Other recs: @Bitforartists @symphonyos_ @uuuntitleddd
Set-Up Google Alerts — You can get emails when new results for a topic show up in Google search. Go here and set up alerts for your stage name and your stage name + the title of your songs: google.com/alerts
Prepare Your Assets — When something GOES, you'll invariably be flooded with requests for various assets and info. Have the following at the ready: • Up-to-date bio • Short blurb about the song(s) • Hi-res pub photos • Hi-res artwork
Polish Your Platforms — Every public DSP and social media profile should be up-to-date. This means: • New profile photo • New header image (if available) • Current contact info • Smartlink in bio
Create a Content Calendar — Following the release of a new song, have other content pieces in the chamber and ready to go. Options include but aren't limited to: • Lyric Video • Visualizer • Micro Content • Acoustic Version • Derivative Versions
You shouldn't plan on going viral — because that isn't a smart plan — but you *can* put yourself in the best position possible to capitalize on a viral moment and not be caught flat-footed. Let's review some basics — which doubles as a general best practices... a thread:
How do you capitalize on a viral moment as an artist or how do you prepare in case a viral moment comes?
Had a lot of fun working on these illustrations for @DJBooth back in the day.