Spotlight Series December 2012: Assistant, Artist Promoter, and Brand Manager, Shantae “Doobz” Sturdivant

It is December 20th exactly 4 days before her Birthday and the release of Wale’s new mixtape, “Folarin.” Today we would like to introduce to you an ambitious young women that goes by the name of “Doobz” (for obvious reasons). Take a look into what the music industry...

Spotlight Series December 2012: Assistant, Artist Promoter, and Brand Manager, Shantae "Doobz" Sturdivant

Spotlight Series December 2012: Assistant, Artist Promoter, and Brand Manager, Shantae “Doobz” Sturdivant

It is December 20th exactly 4 days before her Birthday and the release of Wale’s new mixtape, “Folarin.” Today we would like to introduce to you an ambitious young women that goes by the name of “Doobz” (for obvious reasons). Take a look into what the music industry is REALLY about and feel her passion. Wish her an early Bday! You know the routine….RELAX AND TAKE NOTES.   1. What do you do and how long have you been doing it? I am a personal assistant to DMV artist, Harmony Muzik. I also work in online promotion and brand management for various artists and labels. I am passionate about the artists and brands I support, such as Harmony, Visto and Hippie Life Krew, Black Cobain, David Correy and Urban Rock. What started out as a passion has evolved into an occupation. I started out two years ago, and as the ultimate fan-turned-business-woman, I’ve learned to do everything from run fan pages to develop marketing campaigns. 2. What made...

BOA Spotlight Series September 2012: BOA Co-founder/A&R, Nyrik “Reek” Lee

              Twitter: @ReekDude   1. Have you always wanted to be an A&R? Ummmmmm Nah because when I first got involved in music I didn’t even know what that was, I’m just a fan of music that happens to have a distinct ear for it……I did always...

BOA Spotlight Series September 2012: BOA Co-founder/A&R, Nyrik "Reek" Lee

BOA Spotlight Series September 2012: BOA Co-founder/A&R, Nyrik “Reek” Lee

              Twitter: @ReekDude   1. Have you always wanted to be an A&R? Ummmmmm Nah because when I first got involved in music I didn’t even know what that was, I’m just a fan of music that happens to have a distinct ear for it……I did always want my own music company which I have now with my BOA partners….the A&R part being the creative lead on that came from me being a supreme fan, and being involved in underground movements in different cities, always being in the know on what’s hot, what’s not, what’s new and having the vision to see a plan for an artist before the masses. I used to listen to music and say I would change this or re-structure this verse etc…..or change the break on the beat….even change images or listen to albums and say this should have been the single….i would do these things in my personal space with my friends and one day they was like you need to work in music. The first time I had ever...

BOA Summer Series August 2012: BOA Co-Founder and Director of Finance, Clayton Mitchell

                      Welcome back to Behind The Rhymes BOA Summer series and we have something extremely special for you this time. Today we have one of the reasons The Board Administration even exists. The Co-Founder and Director of Finance...

BOA Summer Series August 2012: BOA Co-Founder and Director of Finance, Clayton Mitchell

BOA Summer Series August 2012: BOA Co-Founder and Director of Finance, Clayton Mitchell

                      Welcome back to Behind The Rhymes BOA Summer series and we have something extremely special for you this time. Today we have one of the reasons The Board Administration even exists. The Co-Founder and Director of Finance is in the building! Mr. Clayton Mitchell gives you a glimpse of what it’s like to be a boss. So you know the routine, relax and take notes.   1. What’s your job description? I am the Co-Founder and Director of Finance for The Board Administration, LLC (BOA). I also support our marketing and business development branches. Not only am I responsible for managing BOA’s financial records, I evaluate and execute strategic marketing efforts, identify and prioritize potential outside partners, and implement go-to-business development strategy to support new project leads. To simply put it, I think of cool shit and make it come to life! 2. When and how did you link up with The...

Young Guru Talks to CNN Radio

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Young Guru speaks with Gavin Godfrey about the inception of his career, his work relationship with Jay-Z, and his legacy. RELAX AND TAKE NOTES!

The Buchanans Decode Jay-Z’s “What More Can I Say” Beat

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The Buchanans talk about the history behind how the song came about and gives us some insight as to what was going on with Jay at the time.

Rob Markman Interview with Allindstrom

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Rob Markman talks about his history with XXL and the freshman list. He also gives a little insight into the most controversial list of the year, “MTV Hottest MC’s.” Find out what Jadakiss has to do with the start of his success at the jump. Relax and take notes!

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