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A&R For The Streets Podcast

A&R For The Streets Podcast

By UPN6XT

Welcome to the A&R for the streets podcast. I will be discussing the latest music business, industry marketing, promotion tips, mixtapes and entertainment news. I will also be interviewing the trailblazers who are making moves in the music industry. Feel free to like, share and subscribe for more. So sit back, grab a snack, relax and enjoy the show.
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Episode 30| How To Get Your Song On The Radio (Flow 93.5 DJ Ricochet Explains)

A&R For The Streets Podcast Jun 11, 2021

Assets Over Liabilities Ft @Moula1st Exclusive Interview

Assets Over Liabilities Ft @Moula1st Exclusive Interview

In this video, we interview Toronto rapper Moula 1st about his experience as an up-and-coming artist. Hear about how he got his start in the music industry, Rolling Loud, Drake, and how he uses Hutsy Financial to manage his money. He also discusses the importance of financial literacy and how it has helped him achieve success in both his personal and professional life.

Jan 09, 202345:56
Episode 31| What Record Labels Are Looking For | How To Get Signed Ft JO From Def Jam

Episode 31| What Record Labels Are Looking For | How To Get Signed Ft JO From Def Jam

What Record Labels Are Looking For | How To Get Signed Ft JO From Def Jam

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Aug 28, 202258:28
Episode 30| How To Get Your Song On The Radio (Flow 93.5 DJ Ricochet Explains)

Episode 30| How To Get Your Song On The Radio (Flow 93.5 DJ Ricochet Explains)

This Episode on the A&R for the streets, I got to chop it up with DJ Ricochet about Made In Toronto, his DJ career, Flow 93.5, advice for new artists & more. Follow DJ Ricochet on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ricochetonair Follow our Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=-Cg7s5NBQteJ7U2d2D-h1A Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie https://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotion Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion
Jun 11, 202101:27:17
Episode 29| Creative Minds Feat. Gavin Sheppard. Co-founder of the Remix Project

Episode 29| Creative Minds Feat. Gavin Sheppard. Co-founder of the Remix Project

This week on the A&R For the streets podcast we got a dope special guest, @gavatista, he’s the co-founder of @theremixproject, @publicrecords_inc and more. He spoke about the early stages of the Remix project, the type of network that came out of the Remix project. He also gave great insights on music marketing, promotion, building a brand and music contracts. Connect with Gavin Sheppard Instagram: https://instagram.com/gavatista Public Records: https://instagram.com/publicrecords Quiet as Kept Management: https://instagram.com/quietagency Follow our Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=-Cg7s5NBQteJ7U2d2D-h1A Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie https://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotion Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion
May 26, 202102:17:58
Episode 28| Def Jam Music Business Seminar Feat. A&R Admin King Lyte

Episode 28| Def Jam Music Business Seminar Feat. A&R Admin King Lyte

We sat down With Def Jam A&R Admin King lyte on the A&R For The streets podcast. In this clip King Lyte at Def Jam, discusses the music industry, whether on the music or the business side. He addresses what the industry is like when you sign a major deal, the difference of being independent and having a major deal. How to use google ads to get your music to your fans, how to network in the industry effectively, when you need a lawyer, and how to protect and monetize the songs you wrote. Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusic... Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion Subscribe to our Youtube Channel to see more exclusive videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fv...
May 16, 202101:45:10
Episode 27| Hip Hop & Crypto Feat. Gotchi
May 10, 202101:03:32
Episode 26| Ladies Run The 6IX Part 2 Hosted by @TVGucci

Episode 26| Ladies Run The 6IX Part 2 Hosted by @TVGucci

Mixed by Slick 305 Tracklist
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1. Foreign- We The North
2. Natosh Renee- Sneaky Links
3. Golde London- Lit Chick
4. Killa Tee - Kill Em
5. Lola Bunz- Hot Heads
6. NeneGlamorous- Woah
7. Eboney- Dreamers Blvd
8. Keyonna- I Just Wanna
9. Maraiika- Welcome To The Party
10. Baadass Bukk- Exposing Me Freestyle
11. U.S- Lil Sumn
12. Tome and Sean Kingston - I Pray
13. Erica Ivy- Precautions
14. Lachelle - Want Money
15. Tri Shy- Throwin Fits
16. Bxbyphaze - Unavailable
17. Rootz K- T.K.O
18. Cacanina- 401 West
19. Ajuki- Take Time
20. Dutchess- Ouchie Walla
21. Tosha Macc10- Don’t Get Shook
22. Nesssia- Zoomin
23. Kastilla- Drama
24. Siren Sav- Year of The Savage
25. Paris Richards- He Say She Say Remix
26. Staasia Danies- Quarantine
27. Taystaxx- You ain’t On
28. Kandy K- Focus
29. Kennedy Rd- Still Luv
30. Stouteesha- Paper Chasing
31. Taylee G- Life’s Good
Apr 02, 202150:57
Episode 25| Trap Lives Matter Feat. @724Kapo
Mar 22, 202150:28
Episode 24| Jay-Z made half of a Billion dollars in one Week

Episode 24| Jay-Z made half of a Billion dollars in one Week

On this episode I discussed
Female Artists in Toronto
Jay-z Tidal and Champagne deal
Drake New Album
Tekashi snitching or ratting.
Blog pages promoting Gang beefs.
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Mar 15, 202121:55
Episode 23| What are NFTs and how are artists like Seth Dyer are using NFTs?

Episode 23| What are NFTs and how are artists like Seth Dyer are using NFTs?

On this week episode of the A&R For The Streets podcast, I invited Canadian artist @sethdyer_ev to talk about his latest album that recently drop as a NFT on the blockchain and to let us know more about the space, and why independent artists should do their research and possibly release their music on the blockchain as well. Like, Share and Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Connect with Seth Dyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethdyer_ev/
Mar 08, 202101:01:37
Episode 21| Don’t watch face feat. Professor Ripface

Episode 21| Don’t watch face feat. Professor Ripface

Popularly known as PROFESSOR RIPFACE, Yohannes is a Toronto born and raised musician, born to Jamaican parents. His music is greatly influenced by his father who was a multi-instrumentalist and sensational musician. Yohannes was intrigued at a very young age by the wonderful sounds and melodies his father would create with his instruments. Ultimately, this led to his appeal for music and sounds. After losing his father to cancer in 2018, Yohannes became more propelled to go into music full-time.
In 2020, Yohannes entered the music industry with the artist name “Professor Ripface.” He believed that this name would best describe the mix of both his personalities. “Professor”portrays the side of Yohannes that enjoys learning, reading, and mastering new skills. “Ripface” represents his street side which is raw, uncensored and unapologetic. Professor Ripface dropped his debut single, "Money Right," on all streaming platforms inApril 2020. Later that year he released his first EP titled“Energia.” His EP consists of five songs full of personal life experiences, dynamic sounds, soothing melodies, and a lot ofenergy. In early January of 2021, the video to “Money Right" premiered on YouTube. After the release of his first official video, he had his first billboard posted in Toronto. His single “Money Right” has been featured on major platforms such as Worldstarhiphop.com,
Torontorappers.com and Upn6xt Media.Professor Ripface is embraced and acknowledged by other artists in the industry and even received a special shout out by this favorite artist, "Jadakiss."
Yohannes understands his essence as a musician and continues to evolve by constantly working on developing himself and his craft. He is passionate about giving the world refreshing and energetic music. He also enjoys sharing his life experiences with his audience and hopes to inspire people who are faced with similar challenges. Using music as a medium, his goal is to entertain people, inspire lives through music and become a prominent artist in the mainstream music industry.
Feb 22, 202149:03
Episode 20| Intro to Canadian Music Grants Feat. 5Piece
Feb 08, 202101:16:10
Episode 19| Ladies Run The 6IX Mixtape Curated by @UPN6XTDjs @MellowSpins

Episode 19| Ladies Run The 6IX Mixtape Curated by @UPN6XTDjs @MellowSpins

UPN6XT DJs present Ladies run the 6IX mixtape curated by MellowSpins. Tracklist. 2 Seata - J Picassso
Shoot 4 Me - RealShaySav
Plenty - Kandy K
Overthinking - Eyeci
All Smoke - TNT Ladies
I Heard A Rumour- OKAAYSAMi
Wrap Em Up - Taystaxx
Welcome to the Party - Double M
No Handouts - Ykchinkey
She Kute - Shortiie Raw
Slim Bitch - Rain Endessa
I Doubt It - Nene Glamorous
Paper Cutz - Masked Monroe
Vision - ShaniqueJay
Provocative - Beretta
Can’t Have Dat - Tee Scott
Sprung - BrownSugaa
Summertime - Keyonna
We The North - Foreign
No Time - Honey C
Come Up - KC DaDon YoungMillieRock
Butterflies - TheRa11n
Monopoly - Keesh, Nue
We Gon Make It - Nany GoGetta
Tossing and Turning - Meeks
Put it down - Karaleigh
Without- MaraL
One Sweet Day - MuvaCass
Love is Blind - SteejO
Pull Up - T-LA
Feb 01, 202159:06
Episode 18| Get Rich or Die Trucking Feat. @Jada_Trucking_Empire
Feb 01, 202157:17
Episode 17| Dancehall In The 6IX

Episode 17| Dancehall In The 6IX

Dancehall in the 6IX Feat. DollazMuzik and Lethal Vibes. We talked about the dancehall culture in Toronto, how Jamaicans influenced Toronto culture and more.

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Jan 25, 202101:24:05
Episode 16 | Buy Back The Block Feat. @Team_RealEstate247

Episode 16 | Buy Back The Block Feat. @Team_RealEstate247

This episode, I had dope conversation with Jessica, the real estate agent for Toronto artists. We discussed credit, first home buyer process, building equity, wealth, investing in real estates and more. Topics Discussed Current local housing market conditions Pre-qualification requirements Credit issues Past Bankruptcy/Short Sale/Foreclosure First Time Home Buyer Down Payment/Closing cost Down Payment/Closing Cost Path to ownership Down payment assistance programs Available qualified borrowers Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fv... Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Jessica: https://instagram.com/team_realestate247
Jan 19, 202101:06:08
Episode 15| North Division Feat. Kadeem Kingg

Episode 15| North Division Feat. Kadeem Kingg

Kadeem talks his upbringing, what got him into doing parties all over Toronto, Mississauga, Atlanta. Managing artists, producers and his new artist that he's currently working with. Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/user/crookjames/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=9aN_9oyLTImVcg3r794p7A Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Kadeem Kingg: https://instagram.com/kicks_nd?igshid=1kqn13bvs84ly
Jan 11, 202159:19
Episode 14| All Smoke Feat. TNT Ladiies
Jan 04, 202147:38
Episode 13| We Working Feat. Steve Lobel

Episode 13| We Working Feat. Steve Lobel

I got to seat down and chop it up with hip hop’s legendary manager @weworking. We discussed various topics such as mental health, the state of hip hop, the progression of hip hop from the 80s to now, how it was working with Biggie and more. This interview will be available exclusively to our community and dropping to the public December 28th on YouTube and all podcast platforms. Click the link in my bio to join our community for exclusive access to our events and subscribe to my YouTube channel and podcast.
Dec 29, 202001:42:05
Episode 12| The Art & Science of Respect Feat. J Prince

Episode 12| The Art & Science of Respect Feat. J Prince

J Prince Talks Drake, his new Wine, Mental health, how rappers should move, Rap-A-Lot Records, His New Book & More. Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ J Prince: https://www.instagram.com/jprincerespect/ Loyalty Wines: https://www.instagram.com/loyaltywines/
Dec 21, 202028:32
Episode 11| Dark Lane Feat. @Ovoriicch

Episode 11| Dark Lane Feat. @Ovoriicch

I chop it up with Riicch and we discussed his upcoming music, mental health, his friendship with Drake, his inspirations and more.
Dec 14, 202001:04:39
Episode 10| Trip To Ibiza Feat. AstroKidJay
Dec 07, 202001:12:11
Episode 9| Music Business 101 Feat. Michael Asante

Episode 9| Music Business 101 Feat. Michael Asante

This episode I interviewed Digital Marketing Guru, Michael Asante. Michael Asante is an established A&R executive based in Toronto, Canada and Los Angeles, California who currently runs and operates The A&R Report out of Toronto, Los Angeles, United Kingdom, Germany, Atlanta and New York. The A&R Report is a music industry tool for the latest in upcoming talent worldwide. We discussed different marketing tools artists can used, what type of artists he looks for, how to move in the industry. He also gave some vital information on how to get on Spotify playlists and setup your music business as an independent artist and more. Follow him on https://instagram.com/blackpantheraz. Visit UPN6XT.com to subscribe to our mailing list and join our community.
Nov 30, 202001:55:54
Episode 8 | Who’s UPN6XT Mixtape Hosted by Bizz Loc
Nov 22, 202001:02:30
Episode 7| Attack Mode Feat. EazyRydah
Nov 17, 202024:16
Episode 6 | Toronto Rap Mix 2020

Episode 6 | Toronto Rap Mix 2020

Toronto Rap Mix 2020 by @upn6xtdjs and @Mellowspins
Nov 14, 202041:14
Episode 5 | Covid Positivity featuring Lovely.
Nov 14, 202019:06
Episode 4 | Love in Hip Hop Featuring Lovely
Nov 14, 202020:47
Episode 3| “The Birth of UPN6XT”
Nov 09, 202028:08
Episode 2| Toronto Club Bangers by @upn6xtdjs

Episode 2| Toronto Club Bangers by @upn6xtdjs

This episode, I decided to pay tribute to some of the hottest Toronto club bangers that dropped in the past few years. Paying homage to Smoke Dawg and Houdini. Don’t forget to follow @upn6xt & @upn6xtdjs on Instagram. Like and share this podcast. Visit UPN6XT.com to join our community
Oct 28, 202027:46
Episode 1 | Meet The Connect @Nycesound

Episode 1 | Meet The Connect @Nycesound

I sat down and spoke to Nycesound about the music industry. We discussed his experience as a producer, working with major labels and artists. He shared some great tips about the industry. He also mentioned different ways for artists to get sign to labels and network with industry professionals.
Oct 03, 202001:27:11