CEO of Extreme Music, Russell Emanuel (Quality over Quantity)

[@DanielHolter]

I cold-called Russell back in 2008 and sold him/Extreme a stake in my catalog called BurstLabs which became the Mixtape series on their site. Ended up producing the next three years of Mixtape releases for them before selling them the remaining portion of my catalog and launched my new venture The License Lab in 2011. Ah, memories... good times! Grateful for my time with the Extreme crew.

[@JureJerebic]

This is it, doesn't get higher level than this. Congrats on getting Russell on your channel, he's a great guy!

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@JureJerebic was very surprised to hear from him. Will do all I can to get him back on as often as possible 🙏

[@modernman4269]

WOW thanks Jesse they are anmmaazing company thanks you also Russell for taking the time to do this regards Barry Walshe , Ireland ☘☘☘

[@magneticpitch]

over the last few months of following your channel and joining Sync Academy and attending Sync Up (virtually), it's made me feel a lot better that most of these companies seem to be led by musicians that LOVE exciting music

[@PiotrPacyna]

Russel Emanuel emailing Jesse - isn't it the best proof how great and valuable his channel actually is? Congratz, man! Btw - I hope Russel is prepared to be bombarded with submissions now :)

[@LATIDOAI]

Maybe that’s what he wants! 😅

[@KeithHutchinsonYT]

Thankyou Jesse, Thankyou Russell, grateful for all that you shared. Great stuff indeed. Cheers. PS: Love to meet him, have a beer andhang out talking music. All the best. K

[@asoretzu]

You will need to update your "Orchestral/Trailer Inspiration" video on Sync Academy, Jesse. 🤓

[@odedfried-gaon2880]

Such a lucky start, in terms of timing and financing, no doubt hard work and knowhow but what a lucky break with that starting budget and open-minded supporter in Camdentown! Russell is a straightup guy, a visionary, and an honest inspirational figure.

[@tacocity4161]

This was so Jesse, thank you for this great interview

[@FASTFASTmusic]

Absolutely hits the nails on their heads. Thanks for inspiring composers.

[@monostone7066]

Love that interview. I found it inspiring, and it's a reminder for me to stick to being me with my music. Thanks to both of you for doing this!

[@malcolmplumridge2367]

I like your turn of phrase' being me with my music '. That's an inspiration in itaself. And an invaluable one,

[@DavidGilden]

Great interview, really resonated with me! Thanks Jesse!

[@FXWLL]

This was an amazing interview. Really insightful and when Russell said he gets imposter syndrome, it was like a sigh of relief because now I know even the big guys get that and it's ok.

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@FXWLL right?! It’s just a human thing, not a newbie thing.

[@FXWLL]

@@SyncMyMusic Yeah absolutely, sometimes it can be hard to see it is not just you. Easy to miss the woods from the trees

[@52Cues]

Fantastic interview, Jesse!

[@Soundroad]

What a surprise! Extreme has long been a musical and technical reference for me. thank you!

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@Soundroad same for me!

[@benjohn1336]

Thanks Jesse - this was gold

[@EspedairMusic]

Excellent interview Jesse/Russell.

[@avivshuker]

Great interview and excellent questions from you, Jesse. Thank you, I've learned and enjoyed from every second!

[@dafingaz]

Multiple interviews on multiple days. Think I need to get Russell on my podcast. :) He's maknig rounds right now. LOL...So many gems!

[@TheoYoungMusic]

This was awesome!!!

[@Chrisjenkinstvg]

This is amazing! I’ve does some music for Extreme and currently working on a project with them now. Jesse keep going man was great seeing the email about the email you recieved ❤️❤️

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@Chrisjenkinstvg congrats! I obviously know you’re in great hands with them 👍

[@Chrisjenkinstvg]

@@SyncMyMusicfacts and I appreciate all your help‼️

[@royaltyfreemusiccollective8662]

Wow ! Seriously good interview with such a high level libary CEO - this was great.

[@HologramBoy]

This is great thanks!

[@MirrorMusicXero]

Wow. 🤯 Very insightful talk! Thanks for putting this out there! It’s given me some new direction with my music.

[@tjwilkins5889]

Really great interview! Congrats on landing a big fish. Seems like a super cool guy and very down to earth...

[@follytree]

Fantastic interview! This gives me fresh ideas and inspiration! Also: Stiff Little Fingers???!!!!!! That was the soundtrack of my childhood! "Doesn't make it all... Doesn't make it all....Doesn't make it alright, alright, alright, alrightalrightalright!"

[@PabloskyRosales]

Great interview !!

[@darrenglover1427]

Great video Jesse

[@Ahmad-Mounir44]

That was a great and unique interview Jesse! So, I watched the entire video waiting for any kind of submission method to be mentioned. Unfortunately, there's no submission email in the contact info of EM website. How can I submit to them?

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@Ahmad-Mounir44 that’s up to you to figure out. I’m not going to openly share a submission email/portal that would undoubtedly overwhelm their reviewers.

[@madaboutnothing]

Great insight. Appreciate this.

[@jonathanfoster5106]

Fantastic Interview. Thanks!

[@lucasstrazz4897]

This was awesome!! Thanks guys

[@flipfantazia3507]

yes... exactly!

[@songworxsydney]

Great video, thanks.

[@luziddr33m]

🔥

[@LATIDOAI]

AI music is something we all have to embrace and be ahead of the game! Blockbuster should have been today’s “Netflix”! Ai brings a universe of opportunities to all Artist. The entertainment industry will evolve and you have to evolve with it. Key is being ahead of the game!

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@LATIDOAI how are you using it to get ahead of the game?

[@LATIDOAI]

@@SyncMyMusic Just by embracing it as it comes and trying to be one of the first. AI has enhanced my creativity in ways unthought of. I love the music I’m creating with AI, and I can’t get enough! The fact that I’m able to add music and voices to my lyrics the way I want, discovering new ideas, is fulfilling and gives me the opportunity and tools necessary to break those barriers that once held me back!

[@SyncMyMusic]

@@LATIDOAI which apps are you using?

[@LATIDOAI]

@@SyncMyMusic I write my own lyrics but tweak, modify and refine them using chat gpt4.o. I am currently using SUNO for the music creation process.