Inside the Playbook: Rich Castillo on The Harsh Truth About A&R at Major Record Labels

Inside the Playbook: Rich Castillo on The Harsh Truth About A&R at Major Record Labels

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Rich Castillo breaks down what the role of A&R really looks like in 2025. From identifying and developing talent to balancing data, instinct, and marketing, Rich shares how decisions actually get made inside labels.

We also discuss the traits that separate great A&R executives from the rest, the misconceptions around the job, and the pitfalls artists face when signing to majors.

Whether you’re an artist, manager, or aspiring exec, this conversation delivers real-world insight into the music industry today.

A conversation like this doesn't come cheap.


Listen to the full episode here -

Spotify:

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