Producergrind Podcast

Taz Taylor: From Selling Beats to Running Internet Money, Twitter Hustle, Come Up Story, Label Talk

Mar 13, 2023
Taz Taylor, founder of Internet Money, discusses his journey from selling beats online to running a successful label. Topics include his Twitter hustle, fair business practices, and recent success with Lil Baby. They also explore work ethics, personal stories, and the importance of authenticity and collaboration in the music industry.
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ANECDOTE

Challenging Upbringing in Florida

  • Taz Taylor grew up in a rough Florida trailer park, dropped out in 7th grade, and battled homelessness.
  • He was a gifted musician from childhood but faced family hardships, shaping his resilient character.
ADVICE

Network, Don't Rely on School

  • Instead of expensive schools, get out and network in major music cities like New York, LA, Atlanta.
  • Build real relationships and work hard to break into the music industry, not rely on school certificates.
ANECDOTE

Early Twitter Hustle

  • Taz hustled early by buying Twitter bots to grow followers and sold beat promos to producers for income.
  • This Twitter hustle eventually led to the creation of the "Internet Money" brand.
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