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Get a CUSTOM Music Strategy and work with us 1:1 HERE:https://nolabelsnecessary.com/brand-blueprint?el=SpotifyArtist Branding: The Halloween Theory https://youtu.be/lr2JLHWJNBY?si=ZFqGR4p3PrILoO69This channel is ran by the founders of No Labels Necessary, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. No Labels Necessary is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing. Want to grow your music career . Join our community👇🏽http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/#NoLabelsNecessary #indieartist #musicmarketing

Follow Biz on IG:https://www.instagram.com/jacobbizmorrisTimestamp:1:03 Building a Team vs. Handling it AllBiz emphasizes the benefits of artists building a team from the outset, highlighting that it reduces stress, allows for shared workload, and enables everyone to grow financially as the artist succeeds. He notes that while some artists can do everything themselves, it often leads to burnout.2:36 Artist Mixing Their Own MusicBiz acknowledges that some artists are capable of producing good mixes, especially when they are trying to maintain a specific vibe. However, he believes the majority of artists who mix their own music should stop, as the quality is often not up to par. He attributes this to "demo-it is," where artists become too accustomed to the sound of their self-mixed demos.3:58 Impact of Mix Quality on StreamsBiz explains that a bad mix can lead to a high skip rate on streaming platforms, meaning artists don't get paid if listeners don't make it past 30 seconds. He also points out that poor mix quality can hinder a song from being placed on playlists or accepted by influencers, as it can reflect poorly on their brand.6:26 Defining a Good MixA good mix, according to Biz, translates well across all devices (car, AirPods, Bluetooth speakers) and has no distractions, allowing the listener to fully grasp the artist's vision and emotion. A bad mix often has buried or muddy vocals, excessive reverb, or poor-sounding drums.9:20 Biz's Background and Favorite GenresBiz shares his journey, starting as a recording engineer at 14 and falling in love with mixing after moving to Atlanta in 2012. He has worked with artists like Lrae, David Kushner, and Surfaces. While a majority of his credits are in hip-hop, he enjoys mixing pop music more due to the challenge of achieving a clean, pristine sound.13:09 AI in Mixing and MasteringBiz sees AI mastering as useful for creating better-sounding demos, especially for producers and songwriters pitching songs. However, he believes AI mixing is not yet good. He recounts his past experience with an automated mixing service ("Mixed") which, while successful for some tracks, was ultimately shut down because artists preferred human engineers. He emphasizes that people seek human artists for their unique point of view and taste.allowing artists to submit notes through a dashboard.21:29 Spatial Audio Biz is a fan of Atmos, believing it makes records sound better. He highlights that Apple Music pays 10% higher royalties for songs provided in spatial audio, even if the Atmos version isn't played. He built his studio to support Atmos mixing to help independent artists "play the game" and compete with major labels that have more resources.• 27:50 Responsible AI Training and OwnershipBiz raises questions about how AI song creators acquire their data models, suggesting they might be scraping from DSPs like Spotify and YouTube. He discusses the challenge of creating an AI mixing model due to the need for vast amounts of diverse genre data, which major labels primarily own. He expresses concern that labels might create AI mixing platforms that save them money without necessarily benefiting the artist.38:48 "Too Cheap to be Good" PerceptionBiz addresses the perception that "Get Mixed" is too cheap to offer good quality. He assures that the quality, gear, setup, and studio are the same as his high-end services, but the lower price is due to the streamlined system and convenience. He also acknowledges that some artists find the price too high, leading him to offer discounts.This channel is ran by the founders of No Labels Necessary, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. No Labels Necessary is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing. Want to grow your music career . Join our community👇🏽http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/#NoLabelsNecessary #indieartist #musicmarketing

Want to see some of the artists/labels we've helped? Visit https://www.contrabrand.agencyFollow Jayo on IG:https://www.instagram.com/jayo/Timestamps:0:00 – How It All Started (First Viral Video) 0:40 – From Teacher to TikTok Star 1:26 – Rapid Growth and Inner Conflict 2:11 – First Successful Music-Comedy Hybrid 3:06 – Turning a Skit Into a Music Series 4:27 – Burnout and Mental Health Crash 5:19 – Ignoring Fan Engagement Early On 6:05 – Viral School Tour Moments 7:00 – Lost Brand Deals and TikTok Fear 8:13 – Reflections on Missed Growth Opportunities 9:01 – The Impact of a $100K Deal Falling Through 10:48 – Going Full-Time & Financial Mistakes 13:20 – Basketball + Music Series Takes Off 20:00 – Monetizing on Snapchat & YouTube Strategy30:00 – Live Singing Content and Mobile Mic Setup40:00 – Hooks, Watch Time & Series Strategy Explained45:00 – Emotional Hooks vs. Comedy Hooks48:00 – Returning to Authentic Music StorytellingThis channel is ran by the founders of No Labels Necessary, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. No Labels Necessary is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing. Want to grow your music career . Join our community👇🏽http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/#NoLabelsNecessary #indieartist #musicmarketing

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Want to see some of the artists/labels we've helped? Visit https://www.contrabrand.agencyTimestamps:0:51 The Music Industry Killed Creativity?9:00 Too Many Artists ARE TRYING TOO HARD19:12 Its Not Your Music Marketing Thats Bad.. 27:50 WHAT WILL SAVE ARTISTS33:46 STOP DOING SHOWSThis channel is ran by the founders of No Labels Necessary, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. No Labels Necessary is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing. Want to grow your music career . Join our community👇🏽http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/#NoLabelsNecessary #indieartist #musicmarketing

🎙️ Bryan-Michael Cox: The Genius Behind R&B’s Greatest HitsIn this exclusive interview, Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Bryan-Michael Cox sits down with the No Labels Necessary Podcast to talk about his legendary career, the power of collaboration, the evolution of R&B, and what it takes to create timeless music. From Mariah Carey’s comeback to early sessions with Bow Wow, Chris Brown, and Beyoncé — B. Cox shares real stories, rare insights, and game-changing wisdom.Follow Bryan Michael Cox:https://www.instagram.com/bryanmichaelcox/Timestamps:0:00 Creating a Peaceful Creative Environment 0:22 Celebrating 20 Years of Emancipation of Mimi & Chris Brown's Debut 1:31 The Pressure & Process Behind Mariah's Comeback 3:03 B. Cox's Role in Emancipation of Mimi 4:27 Why Real Collaboration Is Fading in Music 6:01 Old School vs New School Collaboration Styles 8:32 The Songwriting Process Behind 'Don’t Forget About Us' 12:07 Why the Biggest Artists Are the Most Humble 15:01 Why the Studio Vibe Makes or Breaks the Music 18:23 Songs Come from Conversations — Always 21:04 Writing Ari Lennox’s 'Soft Girl Era' from Real Talk 24:01 Young Bow Wow’s Insane Work Ethic at Age 12 26:55 Beyoncé’s Ridiculous Natural Musical Ear 28:00 Chris Brown & Bieber Had It Early — How B. Cox Knew 33:02 Is R&B Dead or Just Underground? 36:04 The Women Carrying R&B Today 37:43 Seeing Your Influence in Today’s Music 39:01 How DJing Changed My Production Perspective 43:15 Top DJs Put on a Show — Not Just Playing Records 46:47 How the Club Experience Fuels Hit Songwriting 49:00 The Trey Songz Name Drop Was Unplanned 50:42 Why Producer Tags Matter More Than Ever 54:00 Jay-Z Rapped Like JD — So JD Called Him Up 58:00 The South’s Fight for Respect at the Source Awards 59:31 Hospitality & Nightlife: B. Cox’s New Lane 1:01:00 Why I Became an A&R at Love Renaissance 1:05:00 Love Renaissance: Artist Development Done Right 1:07:00 Final Rapid Fire: Inspirations, Producers & Superpowers This channel is ran by the founders of No Labels Necessary, Sean "Brandman" Taylor and Jacorey "Kohrey" Barkley. No Labels Necessary is a music-first marketing agency that helps artists impact culture through digital content and marketing. Want to grow your music career . Join our community👇🏽http://www.nolabelsnecessary.com/#NoLabelsNecessary #indieartist #musicmarketing

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