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BREAKING Artists for 10,000 Hours… Here’s What He Discovered
Step inside the evolution of artist management on MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. We sit down with acclaimed manager and former A&R executive Nick Groff, who reveals what today’s artists need beyond pure talent. Explore how drive, social media, artist data, and being your own CEO are shaping successful music careers. Plus, get Nick’s take on the misunderstood realities of major labels and the future of the music industry. 🚀🎵 #ArtistDevelopment #MusicIndustry #MajorLabels
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0:00 Intro
6:30 How do you develop creative instinct in A&R, and what are the most underrated qualities of a successful A&R executive?
8:20 What separates artists who create from passion vs. those who connect universally, and can this be cultivated?
10:58 What are the most important non-creative qualities artists need to succeed?
15:02 How do you advise artists who want to choose an emotionally right direction that may not be commercially viable?
17:54 Do you think labels need to evolve their partnerships now that artists can build audiences without a label?
20:43 Would a major label greenlight a risky, unconventional trajectory like Billie Eilish’s today?
26:03 What’s the most misunderstood aspect of major labels from the artist’s perspective?
31:36 What do you feel holds artists back from success in their careers?
33:43 What books, films, or documentaries have inspired you or would you recommend to others in the music business?
37:16 What makes top A&R executives stand out, and what mindset, skills, or traits can be cultivated to succeed?
41:04 What essential skills do new artists need to compete globally and build strong teams?
45:35 What’s the best way for people to contact you?
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Podcast Credits
Produced by: Ritch Esra & Eric Knight
Editor: Eric Knight
Shownotes & Transcriptions: Jermaine Shepherd
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