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The Manager's Playbook

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Hosted by Mauricio Ruiz, a music industry executive of 15 years, The Manager's Playbook is your essential podcast for insights into the music industry. Whether you're an artist, aspiring manager, music industry professional, or just passionate about the behind-the-scenes of the music business, this podcast is for you. Mauricio brings you in-depth interviews with top artist managers, entertainment ... more

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Jacob Paul
Director of Publishing at Kobalt Music
Kobalt Music
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 056: Jacob Paul - Music Publishing 101, Master vs Publishing, Mechanical Royalties, Global Royalties, Black Box Royalties & Catalog Ownership
Paris Cole
Artist manager, creative director, and stylist known for work with R&B artists.
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 055: Paris Cole - Artist Development, Brand Vision, Styling as Strategy, Fan Engagement & Building From Scratch
Didier Morais
Public relations expert in the music industry
Episode: Inside the Playbook: Didier Morais on The PR Mistake That Costs Artists Their Careers
Mike Biggane
Former Spotify Executive and Co-Creator of New Music Friday
Spotify
Episode: Inside the Playbook: Mike Biggane on Why Playlists Don’t Break Artists Anymore
Azad Naficy
Music industry executive and artist with extensive experience in artist development and management.
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 048: Azad Naficy - Artist Development, Major Label Deals, Merch Strategy, Touring Realities & Building Sustainable Music Careers
Snow Tha Product
Independent artist known for her bilingual rap and strong connection with fans.
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 045: Snow Tha Product - Independence, Creative Infrastructure, Artist Autonomy, Fan-Powered Ecosystems & Building a Self-Sustaining Career
Nic D
Independent musician and content producer
Episode: Inside the Playbook: Nic D on His Winning System - You Don’t Need a Record Label
Isabel Quinteros
Former Global Music Partnerships at TikTok and SVP Industry Relations and Marketing at Jen Music AI.
Jen Music AI
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 041: Isabel Quinteros - TikTok, AI in Music, Artist Compensation, Blockchain, Ethical Innovation & The Future of the Industry
Milana Lewis
CEO and Co-Founder of Stem, a distribution and services company for independent artists.
Stem
Episode: The Manager’s Playbook 039: Milana Lewis – Artist Ownership, Royalties, Distribution vs. Delivery, Concord Partnership & The Future of Music Business

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Mauricio Ruiz
Host of The Manager's Playbook, sharing insights from his extensive career in the music industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Don’t sleep on this podcast

    In an industry that changes drastically as each day passes, this podcast is giving hyper-current information as to where the music business is and where it’s going. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeyboardistSB
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best music business podcast out

    This guy knows what he’s talking about and so do his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheefguy
    United States7 months ago
  • Great pod

    Excellent conversations, much appreciated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dylan / field guide
    Canada7 months ago
  • 🙏 with thanks

    There isn’t anything out there that covers this topic quite like this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gillstrawberry
    South Africa8 months ago
  • In that good way

    Love it! Lots of great conversations lead by thoughtful questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alan Greyeyes
    Canada8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful conversations and real-world experiences shared with industry professionals.
Many commend the podcast for its depth of knowledge and practical advice for navigating the complexities of the music business.
The thoughtful questions posed by the host are noted for leading to valuable and engaging discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#172
United Kingdom/Music
Apple Podcasts
#140
Belgium/Music
Apple Podcasts
#198
New Zealand/Music

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Inside the Playbook: SonReal on How to Tour Without Going Broke
Q: If there was an artist sitting here right now and you're going to give them one piece of advice right before they're gonna go on tour, what would that be?
Own it. Be as confident as you, put as much work as you can into your stage show with whatever assets you have.
Inside the Playbook: Sickick on The Truth About Reinventing Yourself as an Artist
Q: Are you getting calls from record labels?
Sickick confirms receiving calls due to his growing popularity but emphasizes the importance of owning his masters.
Inside the Playbook: Sickick on The Truth About Reinventing Yourself as an Artist
Q: What was the name of the track that got a million views?
The cover of 'Tuesday' by I Love Maconan.
Inside the Playbook: Sickick on The Truth About Reinventing Yourself as an Artist
Q: How did it start?
Sickick discusses his early career and how he had a strong belief in becoming someone in the music industry.
The Manager’s Playbook 053: Sickick - Bad Artist Management, Ownership, Content Strategy & Career Longevity
Q: What kind of music are you looking to put out next?
I'm merging darker emotions with up-tempo beats, aiming to create something unique that still resonates on a deeper level.

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This podcast offers an insider's look into the music industry, featuring in-depth interviews with music managers, entertainment lawyers, and other key figures. The discussions are rich with personal anecdotes, insights on artist development, marketing strategies, and the nuances of navigating a rapidly changing industry landscape. Whether it's tackling the influence of streaming and social media on music marketing or exploring the traditional roles of record labels versus the evolving responsibilities of managers, the content is geared towards maximizing success in the music world. Unique elements include detailed examinations of artist-manager relationships and the transformative role of technology in the music business.

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Recent guests on The Manager's Playbook include:

1. Jacob Paul
2. Paris Cole
3. Didier Morais
4. Mike Biggane
5. Azad Naficy
6. Snow Tha Product
7. Nic D
8. Isabel Quinteros

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