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Are you a Musicians’ Union member from the Global Majority? Put yourself forward or nominate a member you know for the Executive Committee!
The Executive Committee is the governing body of the union. It makes major decisions that affect the working lives of musicians and has a say on industrial negotiations, employment policy and other important issues
This year, we’ve added seats for some union regions that have seen increases in membership, and for underrepresented communities in our union
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If you could give independent artists ONE piece of advice, what would it be? 🎤 Stay tuned for more music industry Rapid Fire. 🔥 💬 What should we ask next?
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Si eres nuevo en mi canal, mi nombre es Alexiomar Rodríguez, soy abogado y socio fundador de Xiola. Somos la firma legal para la nueva industria de la música y el entretenimiento. Trabajamos con empresarios y negocios. Gestionamos sus contratos y propiedad intelectual, y le damos respuestas claras en 24 horas, para que se enfoquen en crecer su negocio sin que legal los atrase. En 2025, conseguimos $5M para nuestros clientes en adelantos, inversiones, y compraventa de catálogos.
Cómo llegué aquí…
0–21: Músico, productor, guitarrista y cantautor (+10,000 oyentes mensuales en Spotify).
22: Graduado con Altos Honores en Economía (UPRM).
24: Trabajé con jueces (federal y estatal) y firmas de litigio corporativo.
25: Graduado con Altos Honores en Derecho (UPR).
26: Renuncié a una de las top 3 firmas de Puerto Rico para lanzar Xiola.
27: Facturé mis primeros $100,000.
28: Fundé Seed Academy, escuela de music business en español.
29: Escribí un best seller en Amazon (De Artista a Empresario Musical) y superé $400K en revenue.
30: Me mudé a EE.UU., levanté $250,000 con Techstars + Warner + VC, y lancé Flou, software de contratos musicales ($50,000 en ventas).
31: Comencé a dar charlas internacionales.
32: Seguí el consejo de mi mentor, Alex Hormozi. Cerré Seed Academy y Flou. Me enfoqué en Xiola y hemos facturado más de $1M.
Hoy: Nuestros abogados son de Puerto Rico y Estados Unidos. Trabajamos de manera 100% remota. Y cobramos de dos maneras: tarifa fija y comisión. Así es como hacemos nuestro dinero. No vendemos cursos.
La industria musical es dura. Pero si naciste para esto, lo sabes:
La vida sin música sería un error.
No te quites,
Alexiomar
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Introduction: The Shifting Landscape of Music Business This week’s music business digest covers a wide range of topics, from legal battles and royalty questions to new label launches and practical advice for independent artists. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, these stories offer valuable insights into the ever-evolving music industry. Royalties and … Read more
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Why Your Talent Isn’t Enough: The Music Industry Reality Check
The Hard Truth About “Making It” in Music: Stefano Langone’s Journey from American Idol to Real Artist
Singer-songwriter and American Idol finalist Stefano Langone shares the real story behind fame, loss, and creating lasting success as an artist. Discover what it means to find your voice after the spotlight fades, the lessons learned from icons like Babyface and John Lind, and the essential tools for building true longevity in the music business. If you’re an artist, producer, or music industry pro hungry for candid, practical advice, this is your episode! 🎤🔥 #MusicBusiness #ArtistJourney #AmericanIdol
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⏰ TIMECODES ⏰
0:00 Intro
1:09 Stefano Langone on the reality behind “overnight success”
3:10 Free Music Industry Guides for Artists
7:51 How fame without foundation is a house of cards
9:15 What HAD to die before the real artist in Stefano was born
10:23 How losing everything made Stefano rediscover his true artistry
12:06 How giving vocal lessons became his superpower
13:08 Lessons from John Lind: “Seek humility or it shall be delivered”
15:09 What it really takes to survive the LA hustle years
16:04 Hustle era: Gigging, live shows, and constantly getting better
18:27 Why breaking down the greats is crucial for improvement
18:58 The Babyface masterclass: The power of message and communication
23:27 Staying true to your sound in the studio
26:19 Finding and nurturing the right artist-producer partnership
30:11 Books & docs inspiring Stefano’s journey
32:15 The lost art of craft & relentless work
34:15 The single biggest thing holding artists back
36:46 How to play the long game & avoid the biggest traps
39:01 Final takeaways: staying humble, keep listening
41:03 Why constant improvement—not achievement—leads to greatness
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Podcast Credits
Produced by: Ritch Esra & Eric Knight
Editor: Eric Knight
Shownotes & Transcriptions: Jermaine Shepherd
In this episode of the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast, learn the reality of artist development, the myth of overnight success, and the discipline required to build a career that lasts. Ritch Esra and Eric Knight get deep into Stefano Langone’s unique story—straight from headlining American Idol to starting over. Discover the real keys behind longevity, the crucial mindset to survive the industry, and why humility, constant craft, and honest collaboration are non-negotiable. Artists at every stage—don’t miss this brutally honest roadmap to creative fulfillment and music business success.
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