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Sep 16
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Are Artist Managers More Important Than ...

Ritch Esra & Eric Knight
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Are Artist Managers More Important Than Record Labels Now?

Artist Managers, Music Careers & Success Join us as Tyler Henry, powerhouse artist manager and co-founder of Sturdy and Range Media Partners, pulls back the curtain on the shifting role of managers in today’s music business! In this episode, Tyler shares how managers have evolved into mentors, leaders, and even therapists for artists—plus he reveals the real reasons why artists break through (or don’t), the vital qualities defining true success, and how the music industry is empowering creators to thrive independently. A must-watch for every artist, manager, and aspiring industry pro! 🌟🎵 #ArtistManager #MusicBusiness #TylerHenry

Our mission here at MUBUTV is to help independent artists and music business professionals of the future to educate, empower and engage their music career.


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The Music Business Insider Podcast is a deep dive for listeners like you who want to educate, empower & engage their music career. We take you inside behind the scenes through a series of in-depth conversations with today’s leading experts in the Music Industry including A&R, Music Supervision, Artist Management, Marketing, Publicity, Touring, and much much more. You can find it by searching “Music Business Insider Podcast” on any podcast app or platform [ie: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.].

 

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
https://www.mubutv.com/tyler-henry-sturdy-range-media-partners

 

⚡️What you'll learn in this episode⚡️
👉 Why managers are now mentors, therapists, AND CEOs
👉 The hard truths about breaking through in the music industry
👉 How artist success is measured beyond the charts
👉 Why building your own foundation BEFORE seeking a manager is critical
👉 and so much more...

 

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Podcast Credits
Produced by: Ritch Esra & Eric Knight
Editor: Eric Knight
Shownotes & Transcriptions: Jermaine Shepherd

 

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This MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast details the responsibilities of an artist manager in the music industry with guest Tyler Henry. Tyler shares valuable music career advice, offering insights into the current music business landscape. Learn about artist management and music publishing today!

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