Shop with Lead And Be Legendary https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com For episode 63, Nametag holds a solid conversation with a well known Music Supervisor, Music Editor, A&R, and a specialist in Artist/Podcast Management…also known as the Lady With The Golden Ear; Carita Miller! Find more on Carita Miller https://linktr.ee/caritamiller More on Nametag Alexander @ https://linktr.ee/nametagalexander Nametag & Nameless: ‘For Namesake 2’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr…

Nametag shares the steps on how Music Artists can and should collect their royalties from live performances. More on Nametag Alexander @ https://linktr.ee/nametagalexander Nametag & Nameless: ‘For Namesake 2’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr

Shop with Lead And Be Legendary https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com For episode 61, Nametag chops it up with Music Producer, Hir-O.Hir-O’s (pronounced like “hero”) immersive sound—which deftly meshes electronic elements with the soul and jazz rooted in his hometown of Detroit—has earned him a reputation as one of the city’s most innovative musical voices, and best kept secrets. After getting his start in the region’s beat battle circuit, he built his early fan base with projects like the acclaimed instrumental album “The Voyage Home” and “The Freakstrumental Joint,” a multimedia experience that meshes music, poetry and photography. Work with frequent collaborators Chris Orrick of Ugly Heroes (“The Kick,” BLAT! Pack/Fat Beats 2013) and Doss The Artist (several projects, including the 2012 Christmas EP “Peace King”) have landed coverage on the likes of Huffington Post, MTV Rap Fix, COMPLEX, and more. In 2015 he release Emissary with Mellow Orange. After a multi-year hiatus, Hir-O is back on the scene with music partner Noveliss of Clear Soul Forces, looking to update his older catalogue to the streaming world! Find Hir-O on:Instagram: @hirobeats313X/Twitter: @hirobeatsMore on Nametag Alexander @ https://linktr.ee/nametagalexander Nametag & Nameless: ‘For Namesake 2’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr…

Shop with Lead And Be Legendary https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com Nametag & Nameless: ‘For Namesake 2’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr For episode 60, Nametag chops it up with returning guest, Composer and cousin, Chris Sholar . More info on Chris Sholar: Grammy Award-winning music producer and composer Chris Sholar is one of the most in-demand guitarists in the world of R&B and Hip Hop music. Over the past 20 years, Chris has recorded, performed and toured with countless artists including Beyonce, Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, and A Tribe Called Quest. He is a two-time Grammy Award winner from his collaborations with Jay-Z and Esperanza Spalding. In recent years Chris has been exploring the healing power of music and meditation, fusing the intersection of beats, soundscapes, and positive affirmations. His diverse musical experiences and interests result in a fresh, unique take on meditation music which he calls “Frequency Journeys.” Chris now considers himself a soundscape artist who creates musical scores for meditative and spiritual experiences. He is now sought after for his ability to hold sacred space in live performances. More info on Chris Sholar @: https://linktr.ee/chrissholar Instagram: @chrissholar More on Nametag Alexander @ https://linktr.ee/nametagalexander…

Shop with Lead And Be Legendary https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com Nametag & Nameless: ‘ For Namesake 2 ’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr For episode 59 of ‘ A Nametag Is Necessary ’, Nametag Alexander talks with Jasmin Benward of Madden Flow Entertainment. A bit of info about Jasmin Jasmin Benward is a Musician (stage name NAM ), Music Supervisor, Somatic Instructor, Screenwriter, A&R Rep, Sync Coordinator, and Author. Jasmin is progressive in disrupting inequities of marginalized folks across mixed-media, education, and wellness. Jasmin is a proud recipient of development through arts based organizations: GLAAD (Black Queer Creative Summit), The Center for Cultural Power (Disruptors Screenwriting Fellow), Vancouver International Film Festival Amp Program (Music Supervision), Women in Film (Music Supervision Fellow), Unlock Her Potential (Songwriting Mentee), Keychange U.S. (Music Innovator Fellow). More info on Jasmin @: https://linktr.ee/writeonjas Instagram: @writeonjas More on Nametag Alexander @ https://linktr.ee/nametagalexander…

Shop with Lead And Be Legendary https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com Nametag & Nameless: ‘ For Namesake 2 ’ https://ffm.to/eodjyqr In episode 58 of “A Nametag Is Necessary”, Nametag Alexander sits down with Grammy-nominated Composer and Engineer, JRGotTheHiTS. The two dive into JR's journey of balancing his creative pursuits with day-to-day responsibilities and how fatherhood has shaped his approach to music. JR shares insights on his Grammy-nominated production contribution to Eminem’s single “Fuel” featuring JID from “The Death of Slim Shady” LP, and the creative process behind such a major project. They also discuss the music producers and composers who have inspired JR’s sound, as well as his perspective on navigating the evolving music industry. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with gems for music creatives and beyond. More on JRGotTheHiTs at https://arthausmoor.com Instagram : @jr.got.the.hits x @nametagalexander X (f.k.a Twitter ): @jrgotthehits x @nametagalexander…

A Nametag Is Necessary : Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/BZxp6hEr Music & Merch https://anametagisnecessary.com Work. Win. Repeat. Vol. 3 https://ffm.to/rg1nord In this episode of "A Nametag Is Necessary," Nametag Alexander sits down with Tia Scott , also known as Tia The Writer , to break down what makes a great Hip Hop love song. Together, they dive into a list of 15 standout Rap love songs throughout history, exploring the lyrics and stories that have made these tracks unforgettable. The conversation then shifts to Tia’s latest poetry collection, " Let’s Talk About Love ," where she shares insights into her creative process and the themes of love that inspired her work. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of Hip Hop and love, both in music and on the page. “ Let’s Talk About Love ” (Book) https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Talk-About-Love-Collection/dp/B0CH2B7DVX/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Instagram : @tia_the_writer • @nametagalexander…

Music & Merch https://www.anametagisnecessary.com A Nametag Is Necessary (Broadcast) https://link.chtbl.com/SA7aCkYX Work. Win. Repeat. Vol. 3 https://ffm.to/rg1nord In this episode of “ A Nametag Is Necessary ”, host Nametag Alexander sits down with James Gardin , a talented songwriter and Emcee from Lansing, MI. They discuss James' top 3 favorite songs that make him feel great about life and how the music continues to uplift him. James also shares the spark behind creating his company, “ Super Clean Sync ” and his journey to becoming dominant in the sync licensing world. They discuss why more sync agencies are going exclusive and what this means for the future of sync licensing, especially for independent musicians looking to break into the space. Instagram & Threads : @nametagalexander x @jamesgardinmusic Twitter (X) : @nametagalxndr x @jamesgardin…

Music & Merch https://www.anametagisnecessary.com A Nametag Is Necessary (Broadcast) https://link.chtbl.com/SA7aCkYX Work. Win. Repeat. Vol. 3 https://ffm.to/rg1nord In this episode of *A Nametag Is Necessary*, Nametag sits down with special guest music producer, Nasty New, for an engaging conversation. They dive into New’s top three all-time favorite songs and the reasons behind his choices. New also shares the story of how he got into producing music, the origin of his unique name, and why he believes remixes need to make a comeback in the industry. Plus, they explore the inspiration and process behind New’s *Remix Mixtape*. Tune in for insights and stories from one of the most creative minds in music production! Instagram: @nametagalexander x @nastynew…

In this episode, Nametag talks with talented trumpeter and composer Farnell Newton. They dive into the vibrant music scene in Portland, Oregon, and Farnell's impressive success in the sync licensing world, where music is used in TV, movies, ads, etc. They also explore his various music ventures, including Formation Sound and Marmoset Music, revealing the steps taken behind his thriving career. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation about making it in the sync licensing side of the music business. For merch, visit:https://leadandbelegendary.com X/Twitter: @nametagalxndrInstagram: @nametagalexander X/Twitter: @farnellnewtonInstagram: @farnellnewton Follow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.…

For merch, visit:https://leadandbelegendary.com In this episode, Nametag talks about some of his favorite posse cuts in Rap, starting with LL Cool J’s “4,3,2,1” ft. Method Man, Redman, Canibus, and DMX. X/Twitter: @nametagalxndrInstagram: @nametagalexander Follow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.…

For merch, visit:https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com In this episode, Nametag talks about his appreciation for the Camp Lo classic, “Luchini” produced by Ski Beatz X/Twitter: @nametagalxndrInstagram: @nametagalexander Follow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.…

For music and merch, visit: https://www.anametagisnecessary.com For episode 51, Nametag kicks it with the internationally known as well as Detroit’s own, Emcee/Songwriter; Boog Brown. We discuss: * 3 all time favorite songs that make her feel great about life, and why for those specific songs * Feelings about the current landscape of Rap music on a more mainstream scale, and are there any changes within that scale she’d want to see * After living out of town for some time while growing her music career, what were a couple of key takeaways she came back to Detroit with * What are two things she isn’t doing as of yet, that she’d like to do to be of service to people Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander x @1boogbrown…

Music and merch 👇🏾 https://anametagisnecessary.com 3 all time favorite songs that makes Rogue Dynamo feel great about life, and why for those specific songs Feelings about the current landscape of Rap music on a more mainstream scale, and are there any changes within that scale she wants to see 3 Marvel characters you Rogue identifies with the most and why If I or any of the listeners were looking to start watching anime, what are some tv shows she suggest to start with What are two things Rogue isn’t doing as of yet, that she’d like to do to be of service to people Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander x @roguedynamo X/Twitter: @nametagalxndr x @roguedynamo Music & merch 👇🏾 https://roguedynamo.com…

https://www.anametagisnecessary.com * 3 of Junii’s all time favorite songs that make her feel great about life, and why for those specific songs * How does Junii feel about the current landscape of Rap music on a more mainstream scale, and are there any changes within that scale she’d want to see * The experience of being involved with the “Porches” album * The importance of consistency for Junii with music * Shorter music projects > music albums * What are two things Junii isn’t doing as of yet, that she’d like to do to be of service to people (this can apply to music, but doesn’t have to) Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander x @dearjunii X/Twitter: @nametagalxndr x @dearjunii Tik Tok: nametagalexander x jutopiaxx…