Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh Russ Reveals Evil Secrets of Music Industry, How Artists FAKE Streams, & Problem with Drug Culture
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Feb 7, 2024 Russ, a major musician, reveals secrets of the music industry, including faked streams by labels, the relationship between labels and streaming platforms, and the worth of 1m streams. They also discuss the challenges faced by independent artists, the perception of residencies, and the pressure of performing live. The conversation delves into their experiences in foreign countries, the significance of authenticity in rap music, the ethics of promoting a negative lifestyle, and the influence and responsibility of rappers.
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Russ's Hustle Inspires Schulz
- Russ inspired Andrew Schulz to hustle harder by releasing a song weekly.
- Schulz adopted the strategy for his comedy, leading to success and influencing other comedians.
Russ's Independent Position
- Russ is uniquely positioned to critique the music industry due to his independence.
- He's not indebted to labels or artists, allowing him to speak freely.
Boardroom Performances
- During boardroom performances for labels, Russ chose to sit rather than perform for the executives.
- He believes the performances don't significantly impact deals and the staff don't deeply care.