Danny Brown: "Never Spend $70k on Samples for an Album That No One Buys"
Brown reveals that the decision to spend $70,000 to clear samples for 2016's 'Atrocity Exhibition' put him in debt.
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Every Rapper Needs to Hear Will Smith Tell the Career-Altering Story About the First $1K He Made From Rapping
"It was crazy. And I knew that I was never ever going to do anything that would stop somebody from handing me 10 $100 bills..."
Zaytoven Reveals He Continued Barbershop Work After First Six-Figure Payday Because of Fear of Failure
Creativity rewards patience, for sure, but it’s also important to know when to pull the trigger.
Why Online Music Producers Must Provide Rappers with Better Customer Service
"Spend less time sharing memes clowning broke rappers that beg for free beats and more time highlighting the rappers that DO invest with and in you."
Platinum-Plus Producer Vinylz Reminds Fellow Creatives That Success Isn’t All Talent
“It’s all about how bad you want it.”
What All Artists Can Learn From Kanye Abandoning His Pursuit of Perfection
The perfectionist promoting imperfection?
Alchemist's Advice for Aspiring Producers is a Serious Joke—Seriously
The venerable producer jumped on Twitter in the hopes of delivering a laugh, but in the end, he also doled out some solid business advice.
Why Overnight Success in the Music Business Is a Glorified Daydream
"Instead of following the herd of desperate producers trying to get on the radar of a legendary rapper like JAY-Z, why not just look for the next JAY-Z?"
It's a Man's World: Advice From Women in the Music Industry for Dealing With Men
We spoke with five game-changing women who broke through the gender barrier.
This Is Why I Stopped Selling Beats to Independent Rappers
According to GRAMMY-nominated producer !llmind, producing is about more than money.
Nipsey Hussle Explains Why Rappers Must Diversify Their Product Line Beyond Music
This is how you take a victory lap.
10 Hip-Hop Artists Share Their Best Business Advice
Russ, Mistah F.A.B., Dumbfoundead and more dish out free game.
How to Network in Life: !llmind Shares the Key to Making Successful Connections
How do we meet people and what are some of the things we can do to nurture long-lasting relationships?
5 Invaluable Lessons Learned While Becoming a Professional Songwriter
Professionalism in songwriting doesn’t come with a stamp or certificate telling you that you’ve made it from amateur to pro. Just ask Spree Wilson.
How Young Producers Can Avoid the Beat Placement "Hustle"
"For younger producers coming up, [find] somebody who is giving you something back musically."
The Moment Logic Realized He Had Fans Was Also When He Knew He Deserved to Be Paid
“I couldn't believe that there were hundreds of people that had gathered just for me.”
Kendrick Lamar Reveals the Invaluable Advice Dr. Dre Gave Him
"The easy part is not getting it...you have to keep this big motherfucker."
Tyler, The Creator Unintentionally Hands Out Great Business Advice
"I'll always be working like I could lose everything tomorrow."
G-Eazy Buying His Hollywood Hills Crib in All Cash Is a Lesson In Fiscal Responsibility
"I waited a long time."
Valuable Mistakes: How a San Diego MC Turned $45k of Debt Into a Recording Career
"Going into massive debt was a stupid mistake, but it turned out to be quite valuable."
"Be Human": Mac Miller's Important Advice for Khalid on the Value of Self-Care
If anyone is in the position to offer up advice on the value of self-care, it's Mac Miller.