Show notes
In this episode of Loud & Unfiltered, Josh Karpf sits down with one of the music industry’s most influential behind-the-scenes figures — Rick Blaskey.A veteran of the global music business, Rick has worked with some of the biggest artists, labels and campaigns in modern music history. From shaping global marketing strategies for superstar acts to navigating the inner workings of record labels and artist management, Rick offers a rare insider’s view into how the music industry really works.Across the conversation, Rick shares stories from decades inside the business — including early campaigns for Whitney Houston, insights into artist development, the role of luck and timing in music success, and how record labels identify and build global stars.The episode explores the evolution of the music industry, the realities of artist marketing, and the complex relationship between creativity, commerce and cultural moments that shape the biggest music careers.For anyone interested in music business, artist management, record label strategy, or the history of global music marketing, this is a fascinating deep dive with one of the industry’s most experienced operators.Subscribe to Loud&Unfiltered for more unfiltered conversations with music industry leaders, innovators, and cultural entrepreneurs and connect with us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jukeboxpr/Key Moments:
