Summary: This episode was recorded before a live audience at the Gray Matter Collective Studios in Atlanta. WLPWR and Brian Onrea welcome record industry executive Cappriccieo M. Scates aka “Capp” to the show. They discuss: Developing a love for music while growing up in church and playing drums Transitioning from a being a musician to full time music promotions working with some of the top artists in the 90s and 00s His time serving in the military and how he translated that discipline and leadership into the music industry How he became a U.N. Ambassador Negotiating his deal for Mytrell records with Universal Music. Writing his must have books "10 Steps to Managing A Recording Artist," and"The 11th Step I Missed." Launching a non-profit organization to help artists and athletes in emergencies Follow Capp: @Cappriccieo www.cappriccieo.com Also discussed this episode: New Music Releases from Trippie Red, Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande, Bas, E-40, etc Album Bundle wars between Nicki Minaj and Travis Scott. Is this a viable strategy to sell music? Rest In Peace to the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin. She was one of the most sampled artist in hip hop history. Follow us! @freegamepodcast @wlpwr @BrianOnrea This episode was sponsored by @yumpanadas and @mcbridesisters recorded at @graymattercollective mixed by @checkmatecreative and produced by @londonelixirlx
