A&R For The Streets Podcast
A&R For The Streets Podcast
UPN6XT
Welcome to the A&R for the streets podcast. I will be discussing the latest music business, industry marketing, promotion tips, mixtapes and entertainment news. I will also be interviewing the trailblazers who are making moves in the music industry. Feel free to like, share and subscribe for more. So sit back, grab a snack, relax and enjoy the show.
Episode 26| Assets Over Liabilities Ft @Moula1st Exclusive Interview
In this video, we interview Toronto rapper Moula 1st about his experience as an up-and-coming artist. Hear about how he got his start in the music industry, Rolling Loud, Drake, and how he uses Hutsy Financial to manage his money. He also discusses the importance of financial literacy and how it has helped him achieve success in both his personal and professional life.
Jan 9, 2023
45 min
Episode 23| Creative Minds Feat. Gavin Sheppard. Co-founder of the Remix Project
This week on the A&R For the streets podcast we got a dope special guest, @gavatista, he’s the co-founder of @theremixproject, @publicrecords_inc and more. He spoke about the early stages of the Remix project, the type of network that came out of the Remix project. He also gave great insights on music marketing, promotion, building a brand and music contracts.Connect with Gavin SheppardInstagram: https://instagram.com/gavatistaPublic Records: https://instagram.com/publicrecordsQuiet as Kept Management: https://instagram.com/quietagencyFollow our Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=-Cg7s5NBQteJ7U2d2D-h1AFollow UPN6XT on all socialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroupTwitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xtVisit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDiehttps://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotionJoin the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lpJoin our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion
May 26, 2021
2 hr 17 min
Episode 21| Hip Hop & Crypto Feat. Gotchi
This week episode, I got to chop it up with Gotchi about his music influences, latest releases, future plans and cryptocurrency. Find out which cryptocurrencies he’s investing in and which platforms he’s using. He dropped a lot of gems in this episode. Follow him on Instagram to stay updated with his music. https://instagram.com/gotchi_ent
May 10, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Episode 20| Trap Lives Matter Feat. @724Kapo
This week episode, I got to interview upcoming Toronto rapper @724Kapo about his trap lives matter movement, his music and upbringing. Make sure you guys follow Kapo on all socials. https://instagram.com/724kapo?igshid=kjmawu8zrnnz. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5BBI0lotVmZ94JTzGee7qb?si=gYwa1MvORoStnlXMjBRT_A
Mar 22, 2021
50 min
Episode 19| What are NFTs and how are artists like Seth Dyer are using NFTs?
On this week episode of the A&R For The Streets podcast, I invited Canadian artist @sethdyer_ev to talk about his latest album that recently drop as a NFT on the blockchain and to let us know more about the space, and why independent artists should do their research and possibly release their music on the blockchain as well.Like, Share and Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/Connect with Seth DyerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethdyer_ev/
Mar 8, 2021
1 hr 1 min
Episode 17| Don’t watch face feat. Professor Ripface
Popularly known as PROFESSOR RIPFACE, Yohannes is a Toronto born and raised musician, born to Jamaican parents. His music is greatly influenced by his father who was a multi-instrumentalist and sensational musician. Yohannes was intrigued at a very young age by the wonderful sounds and melodies his father would create with his instruments. Ultimately, this led to his appeal for music and sounds. After losing his father to cancer in 2018, Yohannes became more propelled to go into music full-time.In 2020, Yohannes entered the music industry with the artist name “Professor Ripface.” He believed that this name would best describe the mix of both his personalities. “Professor”portrays the side of Yohannes that enjoys learning, reading, and mastering new skills. “Ripface” represents his street side which is raw, uncensored and unapologetic. Professor Ripface dropped his debut single, "Money Right," on all streaming platforms inApril 2020. Later that year he released his first EP titled“Energia.” His EP consists of five songs full of personal life experiences, dynamic sounds, soothing melodies, and a lot ofenergy. In early January of 2021, the video to “Money Right" premiered on YouTube. After the release of his first official video, he had his first billboard posted in Toronto. His single “Money Right” has been featured on major platforms such as Worldstarhiphop.com, Torontorappers.com and Upn6xt Media.Professor Ripface is embraced and acknowledged by other artists in the industry and even received a special shout out by this favorite artist, "Jadakiss."Yohannes understands his essence as a musician and continues to evolve by constantly working on developing himself and his craft. He is passionate about giving the world refreshing and energetic music. He also enjoys sharing his life experiences with his audience and hopes to inspire people who are faced with similar challenges. Using music as a medium, his goal is to entertain people, inspire lives through music and become a prominent artist in the mainstream music industry.
Feb 22, 2021
49 min
Episode 16| Intro to Canadian Music Grants Feat. 5Piece
Introduction to Canadian Music grants. Learn how to apply to music grants step-by-step from an accomplished grant writer.Follow us on on all socials5Piece: https://instagram.com/5piece?igshid=q4nqiju72onbUPN6XT: https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=iu3sn7aa1fqeUPN6XT Podcasthttps://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia/episodes/Episode-13-We-Working-Feat--Steve-Lobel-eoasfc/a-a47qe0tFinding Fundinghttps://www.findingfunding.caSpotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=Ulpr9HqUQLy-WbJ9eUATIgUPN6XT Merchhttps://www.upn6xt.com/shopJoin UPN6XT FREE Network Grouphttps://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineer-creative-link-up/discussion
Feb 8, 2021
1 hr 16 min
Episode 15| Get Rich or Die Trucking Feat. @Jada_Trucking_Empire
Damien Blackman is a dump truck company owner and entrepreneur who works with other entrepreneurs and owner-operators to create and grow their business. He has more than 10 years of experience in this industry. As a consultant. he has successfully assisted in the startup and building of trucking businesses from the ground up, with mentorship along the way. Damien led the planning, development, contract securement, hiring and launching of these companies. But what makes Damien so successful isn’t the mastery of creating the business, but how well he can make a connection with the general public, he tries to help. connect with us on all platforms https://instagram.com/jada_trucking_empire?igshid=m7ti86lt9z9t and https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=6p2ue9u3zg96
Feb 1, 2021
57 min
Episode 14| Dancehall In The 6IX
Dancehall in the 6IX Feat. DollazMuzik and Lethal Vibes. We talked about the dancehall culture in Toronto, how Jamaicans influenced Toronto culture and more.Follow us on InstagramDollazMuzik https://instagram.com/dollazmuzik?igshid=1ucwsav0n9ln5Lethal Vybz:  https://instagram.com/lethalvybzmusic?igshid=1emvrpraz73cuUPN6XT:https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=9q9jz7s261d9
Jan 25, 2021
1 hr 24 min
Episode 13 | Buy Back The Block Feat. @Team_RealEstate247
This episode, I had dope conversation with Jessica, the real estate agent for Toronto artists. We discussed credit, first home buyer process, building equity, wealth, investing in real estates and more. Topics Discussed Current local housing market conditionsPre-qualification requirementsCredit issuesPast Bankruptcy/Short Sale/ForeclosureFirst Time Home BuyerDown Payment/Closing costDown Payment/Closing CostPath to ownershipDown payment assistance programsAvailable qualified borrowersSubscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmediahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fv...Follow us on InstagramUPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/Jessica: https://instagram.com/team_realestate247
Jan 19, 2021
1 hr 6 min
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