CAN INDEPENDENT ARTISTS REALLY MAKE IT ALONE? | Growing in Music Without the Machine

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[@davidtoles.teamonelovesqua5371]

I'm an LGBT rap/rnb artist I was told that I would never succeed in the music industry so I'm starting my own record label

[@soulmindzentertainment844]

Elton John, George Michael, etc…. What’s your point ? The majority of the industry are LGBT. If your music sucks it sucks (no pun intended) pause!

[@MB-nb7yq]

@@soulmindzentertainment844 People are just rude sometimes. I remember hearing similar from family friends every time as a kid if I said I wanted to sing and they’d say “black people should focus on academia”. If I gave black musicians as an example I’d get the response “those are the lucky ones” 🤡

[@deepashamusic]

Who cares what they say. My whole life I was told that I need to make happier/faster music. I don’t want to. I do anyway what I feel like I should. Good luck with your record label!

[@T1Oracle]

@@MB-nb7yq Academia? Do you mean education? Like being a teacher or professor? We need more black people in STEM, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math all offer great careers. I make good money as a software engineer. However, if that isn't your talent, you're not going to make it. You should pursue what fits your skillset.

[@thewayofmusic100]

Jesus loves you and will forgive of your sins

[@Rase-iwnl-]

Don’t listen to other people, make your own style / Beats, get a small fan following on KZbin or instagram

[@davidgottshalk8450]

This is my inspiration video. You have answered one of my biggest questions. Anything is possible if your prepared to put in the work. Thank you so much for your inspiration.

[@lukaszurb3452]

Stop lyng 2 youself nigga

[@TProStudioCreate]

Your ability to continue to talk to the camera without any cuts is super impressive! Awesome channel man, time management is absolutely key. really good info

[@karatekidx5000]

I used to say I was alone but In the last two years, I’ve built sort of a team of people that I trust to get certain things done for me like my engineer, my photographer, my TV production crew and now I’m going to have a music video director and filmer on my side. I know soon I’ll need help with styling and other stuff but the time will tell when I’ll need more people to help me out. The rest I do myself: artwork, PR things like interview , press kits, bios (because I realized I was good at writing and with words), digital marketing, audience growing, engagement with fans, and songwriting.

[@sin.huya11]

This gives me hope. Thank you

[@relaxationdaily]

I am enjoying your videos. I agree you definitely cannot do this alone. And I would also recommend artists do not rely only on streaming to reach their financial goals. Definitely have some kind of a back up plan because selling music albums online is HARD. Selling anything online is hard. Have a back up plan so you're not stressed trying to make a full time income with music.

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

I know that a lot of musicians go to teaching. Teaching students and so they can use this time to approve on their own music and still work in the music industry but they’re not relying on their own music to make enough money to support their entire life but I think there are many many many other options than teaching as well

[@Boodah773]

So glad I keep my notifications on for this channel(I also need to get back to the FB community group more).

[@alexissperezz94]

Tell yt Folks that they look so so… see what they tell you….

[@thegreatone267]

the intro is hard dawg🔥

[@Chronade]

Thank you so much! You have changed my life! I'm getting a Music Publicist is due course. I can feel it, my fans are waiting, so I'll make my way to them, as fast as I can 💛💛

[@ARIDFooL]

with alot of time and dedication awareness is key .. and a whole loada live shows always helps

[@kamoflejjnelly4024]

Before I watch 🙌🙏

[@AkiraDubs]

🔥

[@indianhiphop6403]

How Much you will charge for one to one ? Conversation 😅 related to music work and marketing?

[@Its_MLLOS]

True

[@ronp3000]

Great stuff!!! 😎🎉

[@wrobinson1on1]

🚨This the video i was looking for 💯🔥🚨#Solid 🏋🏾‍♂️🏋🏾‍♂️🏋🏾‍♂️

[@winteralert3015]

But don’t if you get a manager you are risking them taking your Masters and some cases it is really hard to get your masters back and you can lose a whole bunch of money doing this in the long run ?

[@ARIDFooL]

enjoyed these vids all usefull info salutes from newcastle upon tyne,England

[@onlyscalez]

Great content. Are you located in Raleigh? Would love to build with you!

[@arnulfoperez534]

I love.howy guy says the answer at the beginning of the show, but he dumbstruck it down for those who don't know are just looking to waste time being entertained lol ❤️

[@jakejudy5455]

I like that you keep it real! Too far in one zone is very accurate. I wouldnt mind making my living from music and living a normal life. I want to get into synch liscensing

[@Presh_PR]

please you make a video on planning an artiste calendar on the necessary things the calendar should consist

[@TheOneJPtv]

Love your channel. Love the insights. Straight Motivation.

[@danielolumese9083]

I learn so much from videos. Keep them coming boss

[@stevierico5934]

Very good and honest video

[@lukaszurb3452]

Art and BUSINESS NEVER MENT TO BE UNITED.... ART IS SUPERIOR. CHOOSE THE WRONG PATH AND YOU WILL FAIL.

[@celestialskii]

Art and business has always been united. Artist never worked for free, even when they were doing those old oil paintings. Time = Money. Artist put their time and work into their art and they want to paid for it. It has never been, artist doing things for free for the sake of it. Go up to any digital or traditional artist online and ask them for free art. You're not gonna get it. Or even those instrumental channels, you ain't getting a free instrumental 🤣

[@barringtonspence8499]

Mr.Brandon!!!, I’m a Legendary “Reggae Music Maker/Singer 🎤, I’ve been watching/listening to your program, & I’m totally convinced with your expertise, I’ve made many, many recordings, I’m all over the “DIGITAL ENTITIES” that promotes & sells music . But after listening & learning of your aspects of the “Music Industry “, I’ve come to the conclusion, I need to be handled/Managed by you, kindly send me your “Emails Address “, so I can give you all information of me. My utmost respect.