Inside the Playbook: Nick Raphael on The Real Reason Some Artists Never Make It
In this episode, Nick Raphael, former President of Capitol Records UK, pulls back the curtain on what actually makes or breaks an artist’s career.It’s not just about talent. It’s about having the righ...
3 Jun 202511min
Inside the Playbook: Nick Raphael on Why Indie Artists Are Winning More Than Ever in 2025
In this episode, Nick Raphael, former President of Capitol Records UK, uncovers a core truth of the music business: a hit record means nothing without the right artist.We dive into why some tracks nev...
2 Jun 202512min
Inside the Playbook: Director X on Mastering the Creative Hustle in 2024
In this episode, legendary filmmaker Director X breaks down how to cut through the noise in a content-heavy world, and why the best visuals aren’t always the most expensive.From using real locations a...
1 Jun 202514min
Inside the Playbook: Director X on Why Music Videos Matter More Than You Think
In this episode, legendary music video director Director X breaks down the role of music videos in 2024, and why they still matter in a world dominated by streamers and short-form content.From drawing...
31 Mai 202513min
Inside the Playbook: Byron Wilson on The Must Know Tips to Break an Artist in 2024
Ruiz and Byron take you on a journey through the discovery and management of the phenomenal Jessie Reyez. It all began in 2013 with a serendipitous Facebook connection that led to an unexpected musica...
30 Mai 20259min
Inside the Playbook: Byron Wilson on The Messiness of the Music Business
In this no-fluff episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Byron Wilson breaks down what most labels won’t say out loud: the real grind behind building a music career.From signing deals to hitting the road, ...
29 Mai 202512min
Inside the Playbook: Byron Wilson on the Must Know Tips to Spot a Superstar Artist like Jessie Reyez
In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz and Byron Wilson reflect on the unexpected journey that led them to discover and develop Jessie Reyez, one of the most distinctive voices in mu...
28 Mai 20259min
The Manager’s Playbook 024: Nick Raphael - Jay Z, Sam Smith, 5SOS, Imogen Heap, A&R Evolution, Digital Distribution, Major Labels, Fan Engagement & Creative Strategy
In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, we sit down with legendary music executive Nick Raphael, whose journey spans signing Jay Z, launching Sam Smith, and leading Capitol UK before founding his o...
26 Mai 20252h 32min
