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Legendary Collab: DJ Scratch x Planet Asia 🎶 | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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Creative Synergy: Planet Asia notes that DJ Scratch's production style was unique because it did not require him to rearrange his lyrics; Scratch's beats naturally fit Asia's pre-written verses, allowing the artist to 'rtakeawayTour Curation Strategy: Scratch curates tours by blending tracks from different artists (e.g., Mobb Deep and Raekwon) that share the same BPM, creating a seamless 'mixtape' experience rather than distinct individual setstakeawayDirect-to-Fan Monetization: The discussion highlights Tidal's early adoption of Cash App integration on artist homepages, allowing fans to directly support creators, contrasting this with the low payouts from streaming stakeaway

Honey Bxby On Creating Her Hit Song "3 AM" With Toosii, Meeting Lil Kim And More!

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R&B artist Honey Baby discusses her unexpected West Coast breakthrough with the hit '3:00 a.m.', revealing how fan feedback overrode initial artist hesitation.summaryArtist-Team Dynamic: Artists often dislike their biggest hits due to overexposure (hearing a song 20,000 times), while teams and fans identify commercial viability; Honey Baby learned to trust her gut and the team's stratakeawayWest Coast Market Penetration: As a New Jersey artist, Honey Baby achieved significant traction on the West Coast, driven by the viral success of '3:00 a.m.' and features like Tusi, proving that authentic R&B resonates stakeaway

Hip-hop & Brands with Nasty C | expediTIously Podcast

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They highlight the critical importance of authenticity in brand partnerships, arguing that lifestyle-driven connections with artists offer more value and trust than utility-driven sports endorsements.summaryAuthenticity in brand collaborations is paramount; artists should only partner with brands they genuinely use or believe in, as audiences can detect inauthenticity.takeawayMusic collaborations offer a 'lifestyle' connection rather than a 'utility' one, meaning fans see the artist using the product in their daily life, creating deeper trust.takeaway

Metro Boomin Reveals Untold Stories of 21 Savage, Future, Migos, Morgan Freeman and More!

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Metro Boomin discusses his evolution from a beat-maker to a respected producer, emphasizing the importance of chemistry, collaboration, and building relationships with artists from the ground up.summaryHe shares insights on the Atlanta music scene's enduring influence, the creative process behind major hits like 'Circus' and 'Bad and Boujee', and his philosophy on avoiding industry trends like TikTok-focused songwritinsummaryProducer-Artist Chemistry: Metro emphasizes that long-term success comes from working with artists he respects and has grown with (Future, Travis Scott, 21 Savage), rather than just chasing high-paying features. He notestakeaway

From Sleeping in Her Car to a Doechii Collab: Meet Singer/Songwriter Alemeda

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Artist Alamita shares her journey from a strict Muslim upbringing in Arizona to becoming a signed artist under TDE and Warner Records, highlighting the challenges of being an East African refugee's child.summaryThe conversation emphasizes the importance of authenticity in the music industry and finding purpose in representing underrepresented East African artists.summaryShe struggles with imposter syndrome despite her success, stemming from a childhood belief that becoming an artist was 'not realistic' given her background and location.takeaway

Miguel Performs & Talks Beyoncé, Rihanna, J Cole, Drake, Jamie Foxx, Kendrick Lamar & New Album CAOS

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Miguel discusses his new album 'Chaos', reflecting on the pain of ending a long-term relationship, the necessity of sacrifice in achieving greatness, and his journey toward self-acceptance as a biracial artist.summaryHe shares actionable advice for emerging artists on maintaining creative and financial independence, emphasizing the need for artist-owned streaming platforms and the importance of authentic communication in relationshipsummarySacrifice vs. Sustainability: While acknowledging that extreme focus (like his early career) required sacrificing relationships, Miguel now aims for a holistic approach where artists can achieve greatness without complettakeaway

Pauly Shore Talks Hilarious New Comedy 'Guest House' | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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He shares candid insights on his personal life, including his views on marriage influenced by his late mother, and offers a critical perspective on the modern entertainment industry's lack of artist development due to sosummaryIndustry Critique: Shore argues that the rise of social media has led to 'artist development' being replaced by immediate visibility, resulting in diluted talent and excessive noise where 'the cream will rise' only aftertakeaway“There's no artist development anymore it's just like boom look at me hey man look at me i'm on a farm in iowa check this [ __ ] out”quote

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Talk New Album 'Jam and Lewis Volume One' | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis discuss their debut album 'Jamming Lewis Volume One,' emphasizing their philosophy of 50/50 partnership and artist-centric production.summaryArtist-Centric Production: Their goal is to capture the essence of an artist by doing homework on their catalog and incorporating their signature elements (e.g., Mariah Carey's whistles and ballads) into a cohesive tracktakeawayCreative Freedom: They advocate for artists to have freedom from label interference, noting that they produced their own album first and then sought a partner (BMG) to avoid compromising their artistic integrity.takeaway

BLXST on New Album ‘Before You Go’, Top 5 Inspirations and Linking Up with J.Cole | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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This interview with upcoming rapper Blast (Isaiah) highlights his journey from a challenging environment in South Central LA to signing with Red Bull Records and collaborating with major artists like J.summaryKey themes include the importance of parental support, maintaining professionalism in the industry, and evolving from a solo artist to a label CEO focused on uplifting other LA talent.summaryCareer Launchpad: Blast's initial notoriety came from producing rather than rapping, specifically through tracks with Kendrick Lamar, YG, and Problem, which opened doors for his artistic career.takeaway

Nile Rodgers on Unreleased Avicii music, Buying The-Dream's Catalog & The Ultimate Skate Party

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He shares personal anecdotes about working with Michael Jackson and Avicii, emphasizing the importance of artistic integrity over fame and the value of owning intellectual property.summaryCultural disconnect with history: Rodgers argues that technology has made people lazy, leading to a lack of internalized knowledge about music history. He notes that while people have access to information, they don't 'ftakeawayArtist identity vs. Fame: Rodgers advises new artists to identify primarily as 'artists making art' rather than chasing fame. He cites Avicii's struggles with sudden fame and criticism as a cautionary tale, suggesting thtakeaway

LYFE JENNINGS Talks Buck Breaking In New Video, Performance Controversy + New Clothing Line

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Lyfe Jennings returns to Sway in the City after seven years, discussing his evolution as an artist, the importance of authenticity, and his new clothing brand 'Repetition'.summaryHe details his strategy for independent artists to reclaim ownership through re-recorded masters labeled 'AO' and shares how personal trauma and public scrutiny have shaped his current focus on mental health and self-actsummaryThe 'AO' (Artist's Own) Initiative: Independent artists are encouraged to re-record their original masters and append 'AO' to the title (e.g., 'Song Name AO') to direct fans to stream the version they own, bypassing labetakeaway

STEVE STOUTE On Big Weekend for United Masters At The Grammy's | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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Steve Stout discusses the critical importance of artists owning their masters and intellectual property to avoid financial exploitation by record labels, citing streaming revenue disputes and the negative impact of lackisummaryHe highlights United Masters as a platform empowering artists to retain rights and access brand deals, while also reflecting on generational shifts in work ethic and the profound personal fulfillment derived from his dausummaryStreaming Economics and Ownership: Labels negotiated arbitrary low per-stream rates (e.g., $1 for 1,000 streams) and hold equity in DSPs like Spotify, creating a conflict of interest where they suppress artist payouts. Atakeaway

Saint Frm LA Talks New Project ‘Reverend’, Influences and Freestyles | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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Saint Frm LA discusses his journey as a 23-year-old independent artist from Mid-City LA, highlighting the influence of parents who played both classic hip-hop and gospel music.summaryIndependence requires the artist to handle all logistics including album covers, distribution, PR runs, and LLC formation, which creates significant stress despite the creative freedom.takeaway“I'm still learning I can tell when I'm being surface level artist and when I'm getting a little bit deeper but um I'm still learning.”quote

RAMPAGE & Flipmode Speak on The Music Industry, Busta Rhymes Career and Freestyle | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

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The conversation highlights the critical importance of artist development and relationship-building in the music industry, contrasting the rigorous, schedule-driven promo tours of the 90s with today's transactional, digisummaryIt details the formation of the Bay Area DJ Coalition and the strategic groundwork laid by pioneers like Sway, King Tech, and Rampage that established the modern blueprint for hip-hop radio and artist success.summaryArtist development is missing in modern music; new artists lack the 'ethics' and regimen of visiting program directors, DJs, and record store owners that older artists followed.takeaway

LL COOL J Talks Rock The Bells Festival, New Album 'The F.O.R.C.E.' + Freestyle & Biggie Stories

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LL Cool J discusses his enduring legacy in hip-hop, detailing the strategic vision behind Rock The Bells festival and his approach to elevating the culture through high-quality production and artist equity.summaryHe clarifies historical misconceptions regarding Notorious B.I.G.'s 'Who Shot You' and emphasizes the importance of authenticity, continuous learning, and embracing aging as an artist rather than retiring prematurely.summaryRock The Bells Festival Strategy: LL Cool J prioritized elevating hip-hop culture by presenting it on a 'silver platter' with high-level production, ensuring artists were treated with respect. He secured equity for foundtakeaway