About this episodeSymba discusses his new album 'Results Take Time', emphasizing the importance of expanding Bay Area culture gl…AI summary
Symba discusses his new album 'Results Take Time', emphasizing the importance of expanding Bay Area culture globally while overcoming industry hurdles. He details his journey from struggling on Columbia Records to finding success with Atlantic Records, highlighting the sacrifices made to build his fanbase and artistic identity.
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Symba identifies a 'lack of infrastructure' in the Bay Area music scene, leading to a scarcity mindset where artists believe one person's success takes away from others, unlike the collaborative approach seen in Atlanta.
He critiques the modern music industry's reliance on social media algorithms (TikTok/Instagram), arguing that his 'word-of-mouth' style requires physical presence and personal connection to be understood.
Symba shares that he signed with Columbia Records primarily for financial stability while living in LA, but was dropped when executives left, which forced him into independence and ultimately led to his discovery by Atlantic Records' Dallas Austin.
He credits Mac Dre as a pioneer who documented daily Bay Area life, proving that local culture could achieve commercial success and inspiring Symba to represent his region authentically.
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“I always watched us as Bay Area artists hit this ceiling... when I get my time I'll make sure I expand this thing to where it can open up for all of us.”
▶ 1:52Symba explains his motivation to break through regional barriers and help other Bay Area artists succeed.
“I'm a word of mouth artist. I'm somebody that you gotta meet, you gotta see me, you gotta touch me, you gotta smell me, you gotta feel me to understand where I'm coming from.”
▶ 16:13Symba contrasts his need for personal connection with the digital-first approach of modern labels like Columbia.
“It's not that at all, I'm just trying to expand this. I'm just trying to get us further because the Bay is a melting pot.”
▶ 6:20Addressing criticism that he was distancing himself from his roots by traveling and adopting different styles.
“Mac Dre was social media before we even knew about social media... he really marketed what we represent well.”
Symba praises Mac Dre for documenting his daily life and culture, which resonated with audiences and paved the way for future artists.
Chapters & Sections (29)▼
0:00Celebrating Success and Overcoming Challenges in the Baychapter5
0:00Celebrating Success and Overcoming Challenges in the Bay
2:14Artist Responds to Misunderstanding and Appreciation
4:03Music Industry Challenges in the Bay Area
5:22Artist's Struggle to Represent Bay Area Culture
6:48Bay Area Infrastructure and Community Support
9:01Artist Discusses Career and Music Industrychapter3
9:01Celebrity Endorsements and Career Reflections
10:40Rapper Discusses Authenticity in Hip Hop
12:01Celebrating Mac Dre's Legacy and Impact
14:25Artist's Journey in the Music Industrychapter3
14:25Artist Discusses Early Career Struggles
16:37Music Career and Atlantic Record Label
18:15Artist's Sacrifices for Music Career Success
19:43Overcoming Self-Doubt in the Music Industrychapter3
19:43Overcoming Self-Doubt in the Music Industry
21:24Celebrity Interview on New Music Project
22:39Artist Discusses Upcoming Tour and Collaboration
24:05Artist Discusses Tour Preparation and Joe Buddenchapter3
24:05Artist Discusses Tour Preparation and Friendship
25:51Shoutout to Joe for Hip-Hop Contributions
27:20Celebrity Appreciation and Music Industry Discussion
29:28Discussion on Hip-Hop Culture and Legacychapter2
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