The Manager’s Playbook 016: T-Minus - Artist Development, Creative Vision, Brand Building, Industry Insights, and the Journey to Longevity
In this episode, we sit down with Grammy nominated producer T-Minus to dive into his incredible journey through the music industry. From crafting hits for Drake to shaping the sound of some of the big...
27 Jan 20251h 48min
The Manager’s Playbook 015: Natalie Prospere – From Social Work to Grammy Awards, Artist Advocacy, Resilience, Building Careers, Music Strategy, and Championing Authentic Voices
Step into the world of Natalie Prosper in this unfiltered, inspiring interview as she reveals her journey from a driven social worker to a trailblazer in the music industry. Natalie shares how her Car...
23 Dec 20241h 55min
The Manager’s Playbook 014: Jessie Reyez & Byron Wilson – Industry Hustle, Label Bidding Wars, Work Ethic, Trust, and Building a Legacy
Jessie Reyez’s voice is unmistakable, but her journey to global recognition is a masterclass in grit, resilience, and relentless ambition. In this electrifying episode of The Manager's Playbook, hoste...
3 Dec 20242h 23min
The Manager’s Playbook 013: Director X – Shaping Music Video Culture, Drake, Visual Storytelling Mastery, Authentic Expression, Artist Relationships, Digital Evolution, Creative Challenges
Director X is the embodiment of innovation, authenticity, and masterful storytelling. With a legacy built alongside some of the biggest names in music—think Drake, Rihanna, and Usher—Director X has r...
7 Nov 20241h 16min
The Manager’s Playbook 012: Byron Wilson – Jessie Reyez, SonReal, Viral Success, Artist Management, Building a Creative Empire, Independent Music Hustle, Global Music Strategy, Industry Teamwork
Byron Wilson’s journey from a small-town dreamer to managing global superstars like Jessie Reyez and SonReal is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Byron opens up ab...
23 Okt 20242h 3min
The Manager’s Playbook 011: Cory Litwin – Murda Beatz, Networking Mastery, Toronto Music Scene, Artist Development, Event Production, Global Talent Management, The Power of Relationships
Cory Litwin is the MASTER of Getting into a Room! You cannot question his ability to help build and cultivate global superstars like Murda Beatz and Busta Rhymes. And that’s what you need and want fr...
9 Okt 20242h 9min
The Manager’s Playbook 010: Kardinal Offishall – A&R, Def Jam, Artist to Executive, Mentorship, Global Perspective, 360 Deals, and Music Industry Secrets
In this episode of The Manager's Playbook, host Mauricio Ruiz interviews the legendary Kardinal Offishall about his extensive career spanning 30 years as an artist and music executive. The discussio...
24 Sep 20243h 7min
The Manager’s Playbook 009: Gordan Dillard - Doja Cat, Amir Obe, Good Day Management, In Addition, Motown, Maverick Urban, SALXCO, A&R, Artist Management, Work Ethic
In this episode of The Manager's Playbook, we sit down with Gordan Dillard, the powerhouse manager behind superstar artists like Doja Cat. Gordan shares his incredible journey through the ups and down...
10 Sep 20241h 33min
