A&R For The Streets Podcast

In this video, we interview Toronto rapper Moula 1st about his experience as an up-and-coming artist. Hear about how he got his start in the music industry, Rolling Loud, Drake, and how he uses Hutsy Financial to manage his money. He also discusses the importance of financial literacy and how it has helped him achieve success in both his personal and professional life.

What Record Labels Are Looking For | How To Get Signed Ft JO From Def Jam Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie https://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotion Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion

This Episode on the A&R for the streets, I got to chop it up with DJ Ricochet about Made In Toronto, his DJ career, Flow 93.5, advice for new artists & more. Follow DJ Ricochet on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ricochetonair Follow our Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=-Cg7s5NBQteJ7U2d2D-h1A Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie https://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotion Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion

This week on the A&R For the streets podcast we got a dope special guest, @gavatista, he's the co-founder of @theremixproject, @publicrecords_inc and more. He spoke about the early stages of the Remix project, the type of network that came out of the Remix project. He also gave great insights on music marketing, promotion, building a brand and music contracts. Connect with Gavin Sheppard Instagram: https://instagram.com/gavatista Public Records: https://instagram.com/publicrecords Quiet as Kept Management: https://instagram.com/quietagency Follow our Spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=-Cg7s5NBQteJ7U2d2D-h1A Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusicgroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit https://www.UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book and Course here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie https://upn6xt-music-marketing-promotion.teachable.com/p/hip-hop-marketing-promotion Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion

We sat down With Def Jam A&R Admin King lyte on the A&R For The streets podcast. In this clip King Lyte at Def Jam, discusses the music industry, whether on the music or the business side. He addresses what the industry is like when you sign a major deal, the difference of being independent and having a major deal. How to use google ads to get your music to your fans, how to network in the industry effectively, when you need a lawyer, and how to protect and monetize the songs you wrote. Follow UPN6XT on all socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xtmusic... Twitter: https://twitter.com/upn6xt Visit UPN6XT.com for all music promotion and Marketing. Purchase our Music promotion & Marketing Book here. https://www.upn6xt.com/product-page/GetCloutorDie Join the UPN6XT Community. https://www.upn6xt.com/plans-pricing?utm_campaign=dddb220e-f17a-45cb-ba01-341bdcd859b8&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp Join our FREE Network Group here. https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineers-videographer-link-up/discussion Subscribe to our Youtube Channel to see more exclusive videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fv...

This week episode, I got to chop it up with Gotchi about his music influences, latest releases, future plans and cryptocurrency. Find out which cryptocurrencies he's investing in and which platforms he's using. He dropped a lot of gems in this episode. Follow him on Instagram to stay updated with his music. https://instagram.com/gotchi_ent

Mixed by Slick 305 Tracklist Follow @UPN6XT and @TVGucci on Instagram 1. Foreign- We The North 2. Natosh Renee- Sneaky Links 3. Golde London- Lit Chick 4. Killa Tee - Kill Em 5. Lola Bunz- Hot Heads 6. NeneGlamorous- Woah 7. Eboney- Dreamers Blvd 8. Keyonna- I Just Wanna 9. Maraiika- Welcome To The Party 10. Baadass Bukk- Exposing Me Freestyle 11. U.S- Lil Sumn 12. Tome and Sean Kingston - I Pray 13. Erica Ivy- Precautions 14. Lachelle - Want Money 15. Tri Shy- Throwin Fits 16. Bxbyphaze - Unavailable 17. Rootz K- T.K.O 18. Cacanina- 401 West 19. Ajuki- Take Time 20. Dutchess- Ouchie Walla 21. Tosha Macc10- Don't Get Shook 22. Nesssia- Zoomin 23. Kastilla- Drama 24. Siren Sav- Year of The Savage 25. Paris Richards- He Say She Say Remix 26. Staasia Danies- Quarantine 27. Taystaxx- You ain't On 28. Kandy K- Focus 29. Kennedy Rd- Still Luv 30. Stouteesha- Paper Chasing 31. Taylee G- Life's Good

This week episode, I got to interview upcoming Toronto rapper @724Kapo about his trap lives matter movement, his music and upbringing. Make sure you guys follow Kapo on all socials. https://instagram.com/724kapo?igshid=kjmawu8zrnnz. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5BBI0lotVmZ94JTzGee7qb?si=gYwa1MvORoStnlXMjBRT_A

On this episode I discussed Female Artists in Toronto Jay-z Tidal and Champagne deal Drake New Album Tekashi snitching or ratting. Blog pages promoting Gang beefs. Follow me on all social platforms @upn6xt

On this week episode of the A&R For The Streets podcast, I invited Canadian artist @sethdyer_ev to talk about his latest album that recently drop as a NFT on the blockchain and to let us know more about the space, and why independent artists should do their research and possibly release their music on the blockchain as well. Like, Share and Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Connect with Seth Dyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethdyer_ev/

Popularly known as PROFESSOR RIPFACE, Yohannes is a Toronto born and raised musician, born to Jamaican parents. His music is greatly influenced by his father who was a multi-instrumentalist and sensational musician. Yohannes was intrigued at a very young age by the wonderful sounds and melodies his father would create with his instruments. Ultimately, this led to his appeal for music and sounds. After losing his father to cancer in 2018, Yohannes became more propelled to go into music full-time. In 2020, Yohannes entered the music industry with the artist name “Professor Ripface.” He believed that this name would best describe the mix of both his personalities. “Professor”portrays the side of Yohannes that enjoys learning, reading, and mastering new skills. “Ripface” represents his street side which is raw, uncensored and unapologetic. Professor Ripface dropped his debut single, "Money Right," on all streaming platforms inApril 2020. Later that year he released his first EP titled“Energia.” His EP consists of five songs full of personal life experiences, dynamic sounds, soothing melodies, and a lot ofenergy. In early January of 2021, the video to “Money Right" premiered on YouTube. After the release of his first official video, he had his first billboard posted in Toronto. His single “Money Right” has been featured on major platforms such as Worldstarhiphop.com, Torontorappers.com and Upn6xt Media.Professor Ripface is embraced and acknowledged by other artists in the industry and even received a special shout out by this favorite artist, "Jadakiss." Yohannes understands his essence as a musician and continues to evolve by constantly working on developing himself and his craft. He is passionate about giving the world refreshing and energetic music. He also enjoys sharing his life experiences with his audience and hopes to inspire people who are faced with similar challenges. Using music as a medium, his goal is to entertain people, inspire lives through music and become a prominent artist in the mainstream music industry.

Introduction to Canadian Music grants. Learn how to apply to music grants step-by-step from an accomplished grant writer. Follow us on on all socials 5Piece: https://instagram.com/5piece?igshid=q4nqiju72onb UPN6XT: https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=iu3sn7aa1fqe UPN6XT Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia/episodes/Episode-13-We-Working-Feat--Steve-Lobel-eoasfc/a-a47qe0t Finding Funding https://www.findingfunding.ca Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=Ulpr9HqUQLy-WbJ9eUATIg UPN6XT Merch https://www.upn6xt.com/shop Join UPN6XT FREE Network Group https://www.upn6xt.com/group/artist-producer-engineer-creative-link-up/discussion

UPN6XT DJs present Ladies run the 6IX mixtape curated by MellowSpins. Tracklist. 2 Seata - J Picassso Shoot 4 Me - RealShaySav Plenty - Kandy K Overthinking - Eyeci All Smoke - TNT Ladies I Heard A Rumour- OKAAYSAMi Wrap Em Up - Taystaxx Welcome to the Party - Double M No Handouts - Ykchinkey She Kute - Shortiie Raw Slim Bitch - Rain Endessa I Doubt It - Nene Glamorous Paper Cutz - Masked Monroe Vision - ShaniqueJay Provocative - Beretta Can't Have Dat - Tee Scott Sprung - BrownSugaa Summertime - Keyonna We The North - Foreign No Time - Honey C Come Up - KC DaDon YoungMillieRock Butterflies - TheRa11n Monopoly - Keesh, Nue We Gon Make It - Nany GoGetta Tossing and Turning - Meeks Put it down - Karaleigh Without- MaraL One Sweet Day - MuvaCass Love is Blind - SteejO Pull Up - T-LA

Damien Blackman is a dump truck company owner and entrepreneur who works with other entrepreneurs and owner-operators to create and grow their business. He has more than 10 years of experience in this industry. As a consultant. he has successfully assisted in the startup and building of trucking businesses from the ground up, with mentorship along the way. Damien led the planning, development, contract securement, hiring and launching of these companies. But what makes Damien so successful isn't the mastery of creating the business, but how well he can make a connection with the general public, he tries to help. connect with us on all platforms https://instagram.com/jada_trucking_empire?igshid=m7ti86lt9z9t and https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=6p2ue9u3zg96

Dancehall in the 6IX Feat. DollazMuzik and Lethal Vibes. We talked about the dancehall culture in Toronto, how Jamaicans influenced Toronto culture and more. Follow us on Instagram DollazMuzik https://instagram.com/dollazmuzik?igshid=1ucwsav0n9ln5 Lethal Vybz: https://instagram.com/lethalvybzmusic?igshid=1emvrpraz73cu UPN6XT:https://instagram.com/upn6xt?igshid=9q9jz7s261d9

This episode, I had dope conversation with Jessica, the real estate agent for Toronto artists. We discussed credit, first home buyer process, building equity, wealth, investing in real estates and more. Topics Discussed Current local housing market conditions Pre-qualification requirements Credit issues Past Bankruptcy/Short Sale/Foreclosure First Time Home Buyer Down Payment/Closing cost Down Payment/Closing Cost Path to ownership Down payment assistance programs Available qualified borrowers Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fv... Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Jessica: https://instagram.com/team_realestate247

Kadeem talks his upbringing, what got him into doing parties all over Toronto, Mississauga, Atlanta. Managing artists, producers and his new artist that he's currently working with. Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/user/crookjames/playlist/3CTIa5Y1wYh6v3z6VqDRju?si=9aN_9oyLTImVcg3r794p7A Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ Kadeem Kingg: https://instagram.com/kicks_nd?igshid=1kqn13bvs84ly

I spoke to new upcoming Female duo Rap group TNT Ladiies from Toronto, Canada. We discussed their upbringing, their background as former models and their transition to making music now. They also talked about their trip to Atlanta, their influence and more. Follow TNT Ladiies on Instagram https://instagram.com/tntladiies?igshid=7hzw5wxixo10. Listen to their music on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0EIAYODLA4iemofloiVYr9?si=hYvaVbhnTyeNi5HX--JWKA

I got to seat down and chop it up with hip hop's legendary manager @weworking. We discussed various topics such as mental health, the state of hip hop, the progression of hip hop from the 80s to now, how it was working with Biggie and more. This interview will be available exclusively to our community and dropping to the public December 28th on YouTube and all podcast platforms. Click the link in my bio to join our community for exclusive access to our events and subscribe to my YouTube channel and podcast.

J Prince Talks Drake, his new Wine, Mental health, how rappers should move, Rap-A-Lot Records, His New Book & More. Subscribe and Listen to the A&R For The Streets Podcast https://anchor.fm/upn6xtmedia Follow us on Instagram UPN6XT Media : https://www.instagram.com/upn6xt/ J Prince: https://www.instagram.com/jprincerespect/ Loyalty Wines: https://www.instagram.com/loyaltywines/

I chop it up with Riicch and we discussed his upcoming music, mental health, his friendship with Drake, his inspirations and more.

This episode I got to interview young upcoming Toronto artist, AstroKidJay. We've discussed his journey in hip hop, his upbringing, family, and more. Follow him on Instagram https://instagram.com/astrokidjay. Follow UPN6XT on Instagram https://instagram.com/UPN6XT

This episode I interviewed Digital Marketing Guru, Michael Asante. Michael Asante is an established A&R executive based in Toronto, Canada and Los Angeles, California who currently runs and operates The A&R Report out of Toronto, Los Angeles, United Kingdom, Germany, Atlanta and New York. The A&R Report is a music industry tool for the latest in upcoming talent worldwide. We discussed different marketing tools artists can used, what type of artists he looks for, how to move in the industry. He also gave some vital information on how to get on Spotify playlists and setup your music business as an independent artist and more. Follow him on https://instagram.com/blackpantheraz. Visit UPN6XT.com to subscribe to our mailing list and join our community.

This episode we decided to drop our mixtape hosted by Bizz loc featuring various independent Canadian artists. Available now on all mixtape platforms. https://www.datpiff.com/Various-Toronto-Artists-Whos-Upn6xt-Mixtape-hosted-by-Bizz-Loc-mixtape.986240.html

This episode, I had the pleasure to interview Toronto rapper EazyRydah. We discussed the current climate of hip hop, the music industry, his journey as an artist and his latest album “Attack Mode”. Check him out on Instagram and all streaming platforms. Instagram.com/eazyrydah and follow us at Instagram.com/upn6xt

Toronto Rap Mix 2020 by @upn6xtdjs and @Mellowspins

This episode we sat down with life coach, Lovely and we discussed ways you can cope with the covid pandemic, How to make money, deal with depression, loneliness, lack of motivation and more. Follow Lovely on Instagram https://instagram.com/thatlovelybrand. Follow UPN6XT on Instagram https://instagram.com/UPN6XT

This episode, I had life coach, lovely as a guest host. We discussed about Love in Hip Hop. Where did the love go ? How come artists don't release music like Ja rule did with Ashanti? What happened music for women and much more. Follow us on Instagram at Instagram.com/UPN6XT. Follow Lovely at Instagram.com/lovelyorganizers

This episode I talked about how I came up with UPN6XT, the first Toronto song that inspired me and made start liking Toronto hip hop. I played some songs from my latest collaboration release with Jason packs. Follow me on Instagram.com/UPN6XT. Visit UPN6XT.com to join our community

This episode, I decided to pay tribute to some of the hottest Toronto club bangers that dropped in the past few years. Paying homage to Smoke Dawg and Houdini. Don't forget to follow @upn6xt & @upn6xtdjs on Instagram. Like and share this podcast. Visit UPN6XT.com to join our community

I sat down and spoke to Nycesound about the music industry. We discussed his experience as a producer, working with major labels and artists. He shared some great tips about the industry. He also mentioned different ways for artists to get sign to labels and network with industry professionals.