Navigating the Balance of Curation and Audience Engagement in Music

In Episode 031 of The Manager’s Playbook, Tuma Basa, former head of Spotify's RapCaviar and Director of Black Music & Culture at YouTube, joins Mauricio Ruiz for a deep dive into the evolution of music curation, platform strategy, and long-term artist relevance.

Tuma shares his journey from BET to Spotify to YouTube, and breaks down how emotional intelligence, cultural adaptability, and curiosity have shaped his leadership. They talk YouTube as global TV, the impact of Gen AI on creativity, and the line between music industry and music community.

For artists, executives, or anyone building legacy in the music business, this one’s a masterclass.

A conversation like this doesn't come cheap.

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