A guy gave his cassette with songs to a Sony representative at a party. After some weeks of anticipation, the representative called and said they wanted to record one of the songs. The guy got signed to Sony publishing, receiving a monthly advance. If the songs were successful, he wouldn't have to repay the advance. The guy's mom was the only one who bought his first book. The host compares the representative to a modern patron of the arts, like the Medici family.

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