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Will Runzel is the co-founder of Prodigy Artists, one of the most successful management companies in the dance music industry who represent Slander, NGHTMRE and a strong roster of other talented artists. In this episode we discuss how to effectively launch and market your brand to get the attention of a manager, the early years of Slander, NGHTMRE and Prodigy Artists, and the inner aspects of what it takes to be successful in ANY industry and life in general. Follow Will here:https://www.instagram.com/willrunzelFollow Nik Cherwink here:https://www.instagram.com/nikcherwinkAnd visit my site to join the mailing list or book a free coaching call:https://www.nikcherwink.com
Order THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.comBeginning his tenth year in the music industry today, Will Runzel is co-founder of Prodigy Artists. He got his start throwing Hip-Hop concerts (Big Sean, Jeremih, Mike Posner, Twista) in college towns in the midwest, Steve Aoki brought him to LA to head up Dim Mak Live for a year before heading up React Presents West Coast division and another year with LED Presents / Goldenvoice (booking Jamie XX, M83, Calvin Harris). Around that time he started what is now known as Collectiv Presents with Chris Den Uijl, as well as his management company Prodigy Artists alongside Steven Haddad. Today, Runzel is the CEO of Prodigy Artists who represent SLANDER, Deorro, NGHTMRE, Guy Gerber, Audien as well as Grammy-nominated producers Bekon & The Donuts.This week, Ari and Will discuss various aspects of the dance music industry, including revenue streams, remixes, and the role of managers. He emphasizes the importance of touring for bass music artists and the unique nature of their merchandise sales. Will also explains the business model of remixes and additionally highlights the need for data collection and retargeting in the new music business.Chapters00:00 Remixes and Original Music10:12 SLANDER, NGHTMRE, and Deorro29:07 Revenue and Profitability of Shows36:16 Revenue Breakdown for Bass Music Artists41:53 Reselling Records50:21 Managing Record Producers57:43 The Challenges of Playing at the SphereSubscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/new-music-business-podcast/Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpaConnect with Ari's Take:Website: https://aristake.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aris.takeX: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeThreads: https://www.threads.net/@aristake_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1Connect with Ari Herstand:Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandX: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstandConnect with Will Runzel:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-runzel-884456112Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willrunzel/X: https://www.prodigyartists.com/Edited and mixed by Ari DavidsMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari's Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode, LondonBridge chats with music manager Will Runzel. Will manages top DJ talent including NGTMRE, SLANDER, JOYRYDE and Whipped Cream.LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCST: go.spaceyacht.net/radioCheck out all things Space Yacht at http://spaceyacht.netFollow Space Yacht on Social Mediatwitter.com/spaceyachtinstagram.com/spaceyachtfacebook.com/spaceyachtSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/spaceyacht)
Our favorite guest host and long time friend Will Runzel makes a return to the show to talk about all things music. Will always brings a fresh perspective to the show and we may or may not agree but one thing is for sure Will has his finger on the pulse which is why we love having him on. Oh, ya and Kanye is running for president. Neon Black would like to thank you for your support and continued support! Please consider supporting our podcast. https://www.patreon.com/neonblackpodcast
On this episode we have our friend Will Runzel who manages acts like NGHTMRE , SLANDER , JOYRYDE , WHIPPEDCREAM. We talk about what he looks for in a new artist , how he went from buying shows for clubs to managing some of the biggest DJs in the world , and what he believes is next in the electronic music space. Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to stay up to date on new episodes ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breathecarolina/support
In this episode of Neon Black, we sit down with guests Seb Webber and Will Runzel to dissect all things Hip-Hop. From the cultural relevancy battle between Drake and Donald Glover to homosexuality in hip-hop, we cover all of the bases.
On this episode Roman sits down with Will Runzel. The manager for NGHTMRE, SLANDER, and Joyride. We discuss his time getting started working with Steve Aoki, how his unbridled work ethic has paid off, and where dance music has headed in the future. Follow us on twitter: @indtalkspodcast
Will Runzel is the manager for NGHTMRE, Slander, Joyryde and Rickyxsan. He plays many roles in the music industry with irrepressible energy and passion. When Will used to work for Steve Aoki and Dim Mak events, he booked Willy for a bunch of shows. They dig back into their long running relationship and the drive that has taken Will not only to Los Angeles but to the upper echelons of the dance music world. Prodigy Artists, his management company, represents the scene's rising stars. Listen and find out why.