Inside the Playbook: J Erving III on How to Spot Great Artists Early

Inside the Playbook: J Erving III on How to Spot Great Artists Early

In this Manager’s Playbook clip, J. Erving breaks down how top music executives, A&Rs, and elite artist managers actually identify greatness and it’s not just “talent.”

We talk artist development through an athlete lens: discipline, work ethic, reps, and dedication to craft are what separate artists with potential from artists with longevity. Because “goosebumps” from a record is real… but it’s not enough. The real question is: who’s the person behind the music, and do they have the character and vision to execute for years?

J uses RAYE as a case study for an artist-led career, an independent artist staying “captain of the ship,” while a distribution partner supports where it’s needed. We also get into bespoke label services, why you can’t cheat the work, and how long-term partnerships in the music business survive through humility, accountability, and “strong opinions loosely held.”

If you’re an independent artist, an aspiring music manager, or a future music executive, this clip is a masterclass in what the industry is really rewarding right now.

Simply put, a conversation like this doesn't come cheap.


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Inside the Playbook: James Beshara on Why Most Music Artists Quit

Inside the Playbook: James Beshara on Why Most Music Artists Quit

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz and James Beshara talk about purpose, burnout, validation, and what it really means to build with intention.James breaks down the idea that “ind...

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Inside the Playbook: James Beshara on Why the Solo Genius Myth is Killing Your Music Career

Inside the Playbook: James Beshara on Why the Solo Genius Myth is Killing Your Music Career

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz and James Beshara break down why success in any creative career usually comes down to people, practices, and tools.James challenges the myth of ...

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The Manager’s Playbook 075: James Beshara - Silicon Valley, Artist Development, Trust, Wellness & Music Business

The Manager’s Playbook 075: James Beshara - Silicon Valley, Artist Development, Trust, Wellness & Music Business

In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with angel investor, musician, founder, creator, and Magic Mind CEO James Beshara for a different kind of music business conversation...

19 Juli 2h 26min

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The Mistake Every Music Executive Makes

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The Mistake Every Music Executive Makes

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Amber Grimes, EVP, GM, and partner at Love Renaissance (LVRN), to talk about self-advocacy, asking questions, and learning the bu...

11 Juli 18min

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The Visual Strategy That Makes Artists Memorable

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The Visual Strategy That Makes Artists Memorable

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Amber Grimes, EVP, GM, and partner at Love Renaissance (LVRN), to talk about what makes artists memorable in today’s music busine...

10 Juli 26min

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The New Rules of Artist Branding

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on The New Rules of Artist Branding

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Amber Grimes, EVP, GM, and partner at Love Renaissance (LVRN), to talk about what artists need beyond the music.Amber breaks down...

9 Juli 22min

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on How LVRN Builds Artist Rollouts

Inside the Playbook: Amber Grimes on How LVRN Builds Artist Rollouts

In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Amber Grimes, EVP, GM, and partner at Love Renaissance (LVRN), to talk about what goes into building artist rollouts that actuall...

8 Juli 21min

The Manager’s Playbook 074: Amber Grimes - LVRN, Artist Branding, Music Rollouts, Artist Development, Fan Communities & Music Business

The Manager’s Playbook 074: Amber Grimes - LVRN, Artist Branding, Music Rollouts, Artist Development, Fan Communities & Music Business

In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Amber Grimes, EVP, GM, and partner at Love Renaissance (LVRN), for a real conversation about artist branding, music rollouts, an...

5 Juli 1h 43min

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