Why I Don't work with Major Artist...

[@ceddmack2816]

Facts. Music bought my house and cars. No one knows who I am or the artists I’ve produced and write for. Major placements are over rated. Great video!

[@BoloDaProducer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@BrotherMalMusic]

What do you make the bulk of your money from?

[@natcoziay]

@@ceddmack2816 Can you shed some light on the strategy you used to do that? It seems like nobody is willing to share a real life strategy on how to make a living with music. I'm willing to pay for some real step by step information.

[@GNOBNX]

Speak on it! The general public has no idea of what type of monies are being made behind the scenes and off the majors and public’s radar. Basic ignorance at the end of the day. Keep it strong playa’…

[@BrotherMalMusic]

I wanna go this route. Where do I start?

[@bonafidebeatz20]

This is the goal as producer I strive for. Having the ability to “choose”your next move is the ultimate flex. Good stuff bro 💯

[@djsoo]

I was an EDM guy for like 20 years and only started getting introduced to the hiphop production sphere when i grabbed an MPC and was looking for tutorials. When i stumbled across your channel and then learned you were the "whip nae nae guy," I was like alright - let's see what this dude has to say... Been following for a while and you are truly a real one. Always love your content even in situations where I'm sure I know all the concepts you're talking about - I feel like i either learn something new, or learn something I forgot or took for granted. Keep at it - appreciate everything you do!

[@seraphimguerrilla523]

Got most of those Doe B mixtapes, that's where I originally started to hear you fam. A1 work.

[@kelvinharris7338]

I totally feel Bolo on this! back in the day my ex partner and I had those opportunities for artist like Next, Christopher Williams, Cece Penniston, and they didn't pan out, it's hella smart to catch a great artist that's super professional and on the come-up and hungry like you..

[@kwameeyiah]

Talking about your catalogue, man you made some massive hits in the 2010's. You are too humble for a someone who is a super producer.

[@ant1198]

I been following you for a while. I remember a video when you didn’t really want to lean into being considered a “KZbinr”. I remember thinking at that time “What’s wrong with that?”🤷🏾‍♂️…Now you’re one of the biggest Tubers in this space!👍

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks! I’m finally accepting it lol

[@BladeHudson]

​@@BoloDaProduceryou are a KZbinr who is a DOPE producer. -Much props n respect.

[@Cocaine-appraiser]

Bolo that dude🔥🏆🫡

[@sixbloccmusicgroup5463]

Thank You for this because so many times ppl are chasing the fame so bad that they end up selling there soul… I don’t work with to many I put out content I work on my own music . I am an engineer by trade but it better to make money you way then to play a game that isn’t for you. This video is conformation for me to keep pushing

[@taydonwatson8217]

Listen to this man. I have been blessed to work for a major production team and label for years. The reality is that as a producer you're going to get way more money breaking a new artist than getting on an established artist record. Not unless the artist is a great person being fair. But even then all you going to negotiate is 50% of your publishing. I've spoken to producers and artist for years to understand the business. Always look to break the artist yourself. It's truly millions of dollars with one hit single.

[@WORSEBRAINComics]

But be real: You know it gets flip flopped the other way around. Producers will gouge a new artist.

[@ProjectALIEUS]

This is exactly why I rock with you. Keep grindin' it out my G.

[@anthonyscott16]

Totally, totally understand your point of view. I produced a couple of platinum singles back in the day, and the chasing placements game is a separate full time job in and of itself Happy for your success

[@MarvillousBeats]

Hahaha, man, I felt this! That "She Got It" joint was on rotation back in high school 😂🔥

[@bondson0094]

Your a unicorn Bolo very rare..your a good dude in this industry this is coming from a OG .... much success to you in the future !

[@marcusmauldin731]

As a hobbyist and general observer, I appreciate your insights on this issue.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@Jplay573]

Can’t lie I’ve always thought you were one of the coldest bolo! You inspired some of my style as a producer.

[@bossjayondatrack]

2 pistols record was my shyt 💪🏿 the Doe B work is legendary , been a supporter for a while, salute fam

[@djbrown1752]

You dropped a lot of Nuggets in this video. I'm in School now for a Music Producer .I'm a little late in the game but I'm not afraid to put in the work

[@Kevinschart]

I'm glad you don't throw your resume out there in every video, but you do need to remind people who you are from time to time. I've seen you on here for a couple years and thought you were just some dude making videos with no real experience. This video helped me understand who you are, and the true value of your advice.

[@DirtyRed]

Bro all facts. You spittin.

[@conradmaceo]

I feel exactly what you’re saying, and I definitely understand and agree with how your workflow is. It’s something that comes with experience, experiences and maturity!💪🏾

[@kingofthanorth]

I been waiting on a doe b beat break down for years Bolo. Idgf and smile some of my favorites you did.

[@Kwayjaye]

that 2 pistols was crazy

[@zakariyyamccullin1005]

That’s the smartest thing I’ve ever heard. You have an unlimited upside with few downsides

[@aproducernamed2]

Good info. Needed to hear this

[@maco34576]

bro youre blessed cause youre honest and you put the work in.

[@MPCHustle]

I can respect that, bro...keep up the good work...I didn't know you were a producer, because I encountered you when I got my Live 2 so I just wanted to get a tutorial...but good to know that you have worked with artists, :)...NUFF RESPECT DUE!!!

[@iEngineerAudio]

Man this video is solid

[@BoloDaProducer]

💪🏾

[@ssaadiqahh]

This video was helpful. Very reassuring and a reminder to have fun with making music. Not focusing on going big but on what works. Also, now that I’m older I realize it’s about the music more than the customer. The customer is looking for the music. You make the music to create something fun and beautiful. Anyways, thanks for sharing. ❤

[@Perion101]

You’re winning because you have peace of mind. You move on your own time and dont have to move on someone else’s time and dime. I was there when i was signed. I like designing my own day outside of Gods Will. I have everything now I got in the game for. I’m content. I can make music when I want too and still love what I do instead of it being a job and I have to do it to pay bills. We should link Bolo and do a ‘Florida Boy” mix tape. I’m originally from Pensacola, but when I got my first placement I moved to Atlanta aka Riverdale! Lol

[@Jplay573]

Doe B. Still one of my favorites to this day!

[@djleggo9855]

Preach Bolo, it’s to many headaches. Been there done that

[@jaycemusic360francis8]

Awesome bolo you not money hungry you doing what make you happy and comfortable, God bless you bro✝️🙏🐑

[@joeford454]

Yo bolo,great video,thanks for keeping it real,you are a top producer,i like the way you let people know,you don't have time to be chasing artists for payment,and that you may have a track on someone's album,but if that track doesn't get hype,you may not get paid.keep doing your great work bolo,peace

[@limitlesswheatproductions]

Needed to hear this man. I just built a production team and this is the direction we’re going in. 🙏🏽

[@MusicWizard85]

I would never want fame but I would definitely want fortune. I rather be rich but be able to walk through an airport with no one asking for pics/autographs.

[@GFDEnt]

I agree but fame definitely brings more riches more opportunities

[@collcatillwill]

Thanks for the information. This was very helpful and peaceful to hear.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stanleyassor3172]

Bolo ma dude, been following. There's a way you inspire calmly. great job bro

[@FLAVMEDIA]

Congrats Homie DIAMOND:)

[@TruIsAwesome]

this is real honestly coming from someone that made it. thank you for this transparency.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@johnmccullough4472]

That great wisdom brother

[@BoloDaProducer]

I appreciate that

[@dwighttruesdale4363]

This was great information, thanks for sharing!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@synthetikrealofficial3297]

Hey Bolo love the video! Its honest and real. This has always been my philosophy as well. It can get very stressful chasing after things. Your approach allows want you want to come to you. Blessings

[@MadaFakaShone]

how many times I wanted to click that Like button thru this video... You're great maan @Bolo

[@HOODLIFENV770]

Been a long time bro. Hope you been doing good. Me myself. I like working with underground artists. That's my comfort zone. I would like to work with major artist. But in my opinion. it comes with to much. B..S . and red tape. In my humble opinion. Love what you doing. keep up the good work man.

[@Spaceymusicusa]

That's dope

[@stevemoralesshow]

Proud of you. Your absolute

[@weirdozphaleap]

Great explanation.

[@nativetinn]

in all that You spoke nothing but TRUTH ... thanks man!!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks for watching 👍🏾🔥

[@ooothatslaps]

You made some beats for my man J Barre that was fire several years back. Keep doin' your thing. You inspire me💯

[@BoloDaProducer]

That’s my Guy!

[@ooothatslaps]

@@BoloDaProducer "Certified" beat slapped

[@lidellt]

Bro you said a mouth full,Thank you for say tht.

[@up-on-game]

Very informative and loving the pure honesty. I wish I could carve my own music lane with no interference.

[@qcole8946]

Man thank you I got the same words from my mentor I needed to hear this again. It's not an easy path but I am so happy with my life and the artists I work with in Alabama.

[@yiqwaba3833]

What up Bolo I'll be checking out your site bro, money been looking funny.

[@boutstaxx]

You and Doe B and your boy C-note would’ve cooked up massive heat

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yessir!

[@Nothingspeshalwaysfresh]

Yep, I stay on the low and everything is just as smooth for me. It matters not WHO you place with , it matters how hard you work.

[@blkgostnone4092]

Great Video

[@AntoineLyles]

That's true. That's why I work with younger artists. And build from the ground up

[@BoloDaProducer]

Yes 👍🏾

[@atibakojo3478]

Thanks guy I agree the total control of your product is worth more in the music game. Since the payments are split up for what used to be "the middle man"

[@BoloDaProducer]

Totally agree!

[@NardiNard84]

This video just earned you a subscriber. 💪🏾💯

[@antwaanhemisphere7956]

Good perspective ✅

[@MrMakintosh100]

Excellent points made here 💯

[@BoloDaProducer]

💯

[@Tony024]

Loved this

[@pmbison73]

Amazing guy. Keep it going

[@kellcoleStyleEnt]

Good point

[@carbonvibes]

Thanks for sharing Bolo 🫡

[@thomaswayne2798]

Id love to see what you and Billy Busthead could create! Been watching 3yrs now, but been listening much longer.

[@Leeslaughtr]

Good talk brother.Now explain the difference between a beatmaker and producer these always conflict with the understanding. I would like your take.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Already did a video on that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZCtiYZvi5inpNUsi=hrpz3oOjEPug-JiQ

[@djlrockbaltimoresbest6124]

Great show. I love the insight

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks glad I can help

[@donnieharrisonn]

wise words 👏

[@radizdagreat215]

Would love to hear you speak on the intricacies of streaming

[@dafingaz]

I was just in ATL. I’ll be on town more often over the next few years. Let’s definitely connect. 🙏🏾

[@Al_W_On_The_Trackz]

Hey what’s up Bolo. This video is awesome bro. I’m an Independent Producer and studio musician who also sings and now that I have some solid recording gear I’m ready to go all in for music. What’s a good way for me to find a engineer to mix/master my music until I can afford to pay them other than to luck up and meet one who is an artist/musician and needs the kind of music/beats I make?

[@Des_Armoni]

Interesting! Ive been thinking about doing KZbin as a content creator opposed to chasing placements

[@DAnthony14]

Okay this is wild ! I didn’t know you worked on “She got it” until recently. I just did some live arrangement work for 2Pistols a couple months ago and She Got It was one of course one of songs. I heard the tagline and was like 👀 👏🏽 in my eyes we just collaborated 😂💪🏽

[@natcoziay]

Thanks for the information. Do you have a course or something that can teach the business strategy you are speaking of? Finding the artist is the easy part, but knowing how to maneuver the business side is another story. Just wondering if you have a systematic way of approaching this that can be shared and duplicated by other people?

[@BoloDaProducer]

No, because a course won’t work because every situation. The only thing I can say is, the internet has been very good to me. And if you can get an artist and invest in them using internet tools in my experience it will help. Such as internet ads, they are cheap, you can start really low, gather analytics then focus more advertising from the positive aspects of the analytics

[@natcoziay]

@@BoloDaProducer Hmmm....ok. Thanks for that Bolo! Continued success my brother.

[@nehemiahjackson]

ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED U WITH A REALLY PURE HEART 2 SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE AND TRUE FACTS OF YOUR MUSIC JOUNERY IT IS ALWAYS A PLEASURE 2 LISTEN & LEARN FROM U JOB WELL DONE.

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thank you!!

[@jaaylyte]

Smart move Bolo

[@jwfoure]

Man, you named some great artists! Doe B was the truth. How did you catch all these artists early? I’m a songwriter trying to catch serious artists early on in their journey.

[@Cartel336]

Good word 🤝🏿

[@BoloDaProducer]

Amen

[@jonathansimbler]

Imagine what we all could have done if we had a coach like you when we started...that early mentor and that energy is needed....JtheLaw

[@kenwood1971]

Good conversation.

[@tremainsaunders687]

Breaking artist is a really big deal! Salute to you, Sir!!!🫡👍🏿✊🏿🏆🏆🏆

[@10thLtrBeatz]

Inspiring video Bolo !

[@bignose3639]

GAME!

[@producerpaul9082]

Amen!

[@LCREEDTV]

I mean… I’m Indy, I’m in Atlanta, so what you saying Bolo lol…. Let’s work!!!

[@trublz4]

I been watching you all this time and didn’t know you made Nae Nae ! Well I’m unsigned and new to Atlanta looking for a lab and a producer . Can we work together ? I’m a storyline rapper and I’m older although I don’t look like it so I’m good , however I’ve always liked your production and even asked to purchase a couple that you’ve made in tutorials over the years. ( unsuccessfully) 🤣🤣🤣 let’s go big bro … respect !

[@IamSaddiB]

Thanks for the info

[@Ellz_The_EnginEar]

Dope!!!!

[@MOJIMusicandRecordingLLC]

Thanks!

[@BoloDaProducer]

You’re welcome thanks!

[@MOJIMusicandRecordingLLC]

@@BoloDaProducer I appreciate your advice sir and vibe with your beats.

[@ace0225]

Hey I've been subscribed to your page for a while I have always been a maschine type of guy and I finally got my MPC live 2 and I'm in love with it but I need help with the loop function inside of the sample mode.... What does it do And how do I use it?

[@TheRealCalijokes01]

That’s a good question , reminds me of a lot of teachers at my school, I’m new to producing and ppl ask me same thing.appreciate your honesty.i wanna know one is this your main source of joy come

[@atmmsrrecords]

ready to work with u brother Salute

[@Glpshomedecor]

Bolo on point

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@drewhussle9664]

I've made a killing doing music for commercials, movies, I've gotten a couple placements years ago mainly midwest artist, Twista, physcodrama,coo coo cal ect, its hundreds of thousands to be made other than tracks for artists, I'm good and haven't worked a job since 2000🤷.. but the day of big producers like Dre and all of them is over, its cats making million dollar beats on iphone apps lol...now its just a hobby, I do it outta luv, if something goes it goes🤷 residual and new opportunities other than artists music come frequently

[@BakariYahmoor]

I’m naturally like that to I like to see Gold where no one else does cus that’s how I feel about myself so it clicks

[@smurfonthetrack9085]

I remember the 2 pistol track because you was working with my brothas justice league

[@BoloDaProducer]

I’m good friends with Rook we are all from same hometown. I made original beat and they made remix of the beat after they signed 2 Pistols

[@smurfonthetrack9085]

@@BoloDaProducer wait your from st.pete man I’ve known rook since we was young in st.pete , he has always pushed me in producing and it definitely helped

[@smurfonthetrack9085]

Wait I know he was born in New York but was in st.pete since middle school

[@herb39hs]

So when you send your beats how do you send them as mp3 or other files

[@BoloDaProducer]

Mp3

[@yoaskmel8r]

Me too fam fr 🔥🔥🔥

[@derekhodges9426]

Absolutely 💯