Inside the Playbook: Nick Groff on How to Break Into A&R (Without Industry Connections)
In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Nick Groff shares his unfiltered journey from unpaid intern to shaping major releases at Interscope Records.He breaks down the real moves that opened doors: ...
20 Touko 202510min
Inside the Playbook: Nick Groff on The Untold A&R Stories Behind Avicii, MGK & Billie Eilish
On this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, former Interscope SVP Nick Groff pulls back the curtain on the evolving role of A&R at the major-label level.With a career that includes work with Billie Eil...
19 Touko 20259min
Inside the Playbook: Kardinal Offishall on The Journey from Artist to Global A&R
Kardinal Offishall joins Ruiz on The Manager’s Playbook to share his evolution from chart-topping artist to global music executive.In this episode, Kardinal walks us through his journey from Universal...
17 Touko 202513min
Inside the Playbook: Kardinal Offishall on The Magician VS The Scientist Behind The Music Business
Kardinal Offishall joins Ruiz on The Manager’s Playbook to explore the powerful intersection of creativity and commerce in the music industry.In this episode, Kardinal breaks down the delicate balance...
16 Touko 20258min
Inside the Playbook: Kardinal Offishall on The Real Secret to Musical Genius
On this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Kardinal Offishall shares what it really takes to spot future stars before the world catches on.From discovering talents like Sean Paul, Estelle, Alex Da Kid...
15 Touko 202512min
Inside the Playbook: Kardinal Offishall on All You Need To Know About Major Record Labels
Kardinal Offishall joins Ruiz on The Manager’s Playbook to unpack the real challenges artists and managers face behind the scenes of the music industry.From favouritism and blackballing to the fine pr...
14 Touko 202521min
The Manager’s Playbook 023: Nick Groff - Billie Eilish, MGK, Jacob Collier, Avicii, A&R, Artist Development, Major Labels, Fan Engagement & The Manager's Role
In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, we’re joined by Nick Groff, a veteran A&R with 16 years at Interscope and a roster that includes Billie Eilish, Jacob Collier, Machine Gun Kelly, and Avicii....
13 Touko 20252h 18min
Inside the Playbook: Shara Senderoff on Starting a Fund and Angel Investing
The Manager’s Playbook sits down with Shara Senderoff, tech entrepreneur, investor, and Forbes '30 Under 30,' to break down what it really takes to start a fund and dive into angel investing. From ide...
12 Touko 202514min
