The Str8OutDaDen Podcast

Earlier during the week I received a text from a listener of the podcast who wanted to know what would be a good way to break the ice to new fans when he visits a new city. After some quick thinking, I gave him a strategic way to engage with them without even speaking to them directly. How?

Well in this week's episode we talk breaking the ice with new fans and broke down 3 quick ways to do so. Of course music is always the number one for me, but we also talked using social media and face-to-face interaction. You may want to grab a pen and pad for this one before hitting play. So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

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Before you go crazy off of that title, allow me to explain. Selling merch is the goal, however there are some steps you should take to ensure that your merch continues to sell.

During this week's podcast we discuss why you should collect emails instead of sell merch...initially. We give you three reasons why you should collect emails first, how you should go about collecting them and what not to do to collect them. So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is also brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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First off Happy Thanksgiving to all of you! It's that time of year again and instead of taking a week off, I decided to reach back in the archives and give you a dope conversation between Lloyd Musa and myself.

The conversation took place around the time his Men Are Born Kings Are Made album was released a couple of years ago. So why bring this convo back and what does it have to do with guiding your career? Well I'm glad you asked. During our sit down we talked about getting to know your family history. A VERY inspiring convo which led me to interview different members of my family and truly get an understanding of where I'm from.

I felt this would help you to become even more transparent in your music and focus more about the important things in life. So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen! Oh and don't eat too much turkey tomorrow!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by Skool Clothes. Fueled by passions for social change, we're on a mission to empower the leaders of tomorrow, with just a touch of style. Shop and use code STR8 for 15% off your order.

http://skool-clothes.com

Today's podcast is also brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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If you are an artist then you want to get paid for your work right? It's simple, you put in the work, recorded a quality project and hit the "chitlin circuit" doing plenty of shows for free. So how do I get paid?

Well for this week's episode we discuss when should you start charging for shows. We go over three quick tips to help you determine when it's time to hand promoters that invoice. We also go over how to make your own money first before asking to get paid from others.

Very quick episode here, but insightful. So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by Skool Clothes. Fueled by passions for social change, we're on a mission to empower the leaders of tomorrow, with just a touch of style. Shop and use code STR8 for 15% off your order.

skool-clothes.com

Today's podcast is also brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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What will matter the most when you are no longer here to represent yourself? Your legacy and the mark you leave behind in this world. Today we talk legacy building with Warner Robins emcee Redcoat Da Poet.

After some brief behind the scenes talk on vinyl, Redcoat gave us some insight behind why he champion the underground hip-hop scene so much, break down his Ode To The Underground LP and more.

Oh did I mention we brought back #VinylConversations? Yep we got a real on the spot freestyle.

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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For this week's podcast we sat down with Atlanta duo EarthGang. With their Strays With Rabies LP due out Friday November 6th, the Spillage Village members take us through their journey from performing the chitlin circuit to being on 4 major tours while remaining independent.

We got some great dos and don'ts on touring, hilarious stories about their first time in LA, working wih Mac Miller, the meaning behind their artwork, working with J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League and more.

We also answered questions from fans of the podcast. Definitely a classic episode here.

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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According to Wikipedia, a journalist is a person who collects, writes, or distributes news or other current information. So why are they so important to culture and especially hip-hop? Well for today's podcast we go into that and explain why you shouldn't take journalist for granted.

We are joined by world renowned Atlanta-based culture journalist, Maurice Garland. He talks his journey into journalism and why hip-hop is stitched in his fabric. He takes us along the ride while discussing writing for Rolling Out Magazine, Billboard, Ozone and more, while breaking down how to pitch your ideas and protect them.

We also got into some talk about his book The Art Behind The Tape, co-wrote by DJ Mars, Djibril Ndiaye and Tai Saint-Louis. Definitely a dope convo.

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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What ever happened to sitting an artist in a room for 6 months to a year and helping them find their sound and fine tune their craft, before putting out any music? Now to some that may sound archaic, but there was a time when artist development truly existed. So what happened? Technology of course! In this week's episode of The Str8OutDaDen Podcast we give four tips on how reinventing artist development can help sustain your career.

We are joined by rap legend Daddy-O, as he discusses his new album #everybodybutkrs and give us some insight on artist development coaching. He also chimed in on the technology component of his business and gave us some history behind Stetsasonic and more.

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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What's the one thing that you can never get back? If you answered your time, then you would be correct. That brings us to our latest podcast as we discuss why marketing is all about timing.

We are joined by Aldin Jackson. With over 13 years of marketing experience, Dean talked his time spent with DTP, working with corporate clients Coca-Cola, MTV, BET and others. So much knowledge here, not to mention some pretty cool tour stories and Dean also lets us in on a few artist that he wanted to sign who became HUGE!

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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Have you ever become frustrated with not making enough noise in your city? Do they not show enough love to what you have going on? Well if you answered yes to any of those questions, then what we talk about on this week's Str8OutDaDen Podcast may very well save your career.

This week we explain why you shouldn't wait to get hot in your city. The world is limitless now with the advancement of technology and the internet. One click and your music literally goes out to the world, so why are you upset about not getting attention in your city? Move on and then come back.

Inside I break down what I like to call the "Back Door Approach" and why that should be your focus at this stage of your career. We are also joined by Pittsburg native Tairey as he gave us some insight on how to move away to make a way.

So you know the drill...sit back...Relax and Listen!

If you have a topic that you would like for us to discuss or have questions you want answered, send us an email to [email protected] and we will pick a few to discuss on the show.

Today's podcast is brought to you by LANDR. Based in Montreal, Canada, LANDR is the world's first intelligent drag-and-drop instant mastering service, by MixGenius. Use the link below to receive a free trial.

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