Should rappers pay for beats when albums don’t sell?
Why would a rapper pay for a beat when records aren't even selling? Here's why, courtesy of http://www.beatstas.com
DJ Pain 1 is a Madison-based producer (RIAA Gold-Certified), Violator All-Star DJ and educator. He has produced songs for artists including Young Jeezy, Meek Mill, Chuck D, Kirko Bangz, and Gucci Mane. He has also hosted notable mixtapes including Trina's "Miss 305" and several volumes of Coast2Coast's official mixtape series.
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Why would a rapper pay for a beat when records aren't even selling? Here's why, courtesy of http://www.beatstas.com
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How to make your kicks and sub bass hit harder in your beats, with a couple suggestions. This video brought...
Will I get paid royalties if I sell my beats to unsigned artists? Sell your beats on www.beatstars.com
DJ Pain 1 in the studio making the beat for "Trust the shooter" by Royce da 5'9" featuring Smoke DZA....
Why beat makers should NOT clear samples in most cases. Article: http://djbooth.net/news/entry/2015-05-24-how-sample-clearance-works Sell your beats online at http://www.beatstars.com
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Are you chasing major placements with big label artists? Maybe you shouldn't be. This rant is courtesy of http://www.beatstars.com
Multi-platinum rapper I-20 explains how much he paid for his hit singles when he was signed to a major label...
My theory as to why producers and beat makers allow their beats to be devalued, courtesy of Beatstars.com, the place...
Do I collab with other producers? This is how I collaborate with other beatmakers the smart way. Courtesy of www.beatstars.com...
I have won beat battles, lost beat battles and judged beat battles. If you are thinking about signing up to...
Sub bass is often hard to tune and program because the human ear has trouble distinguishing between lower tones. Here's...
Producers: Don't make the mistake of neglecting your social media. here is why, courtesy of http://www.beatstars.com
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