What Happens When You Sign a Music Contract?

On this episode, I respond to a video by BET (Black Entertainment Television), titled "What happens when you sign a Music Contract? | Rules to this Sh!t". The videos made by the big media networks such as BET and Complex are often times very misleading because they only give you one side to the equation. Record labels are always targeted as being predatory, when people talk about the music business, yet no one ever discusses musicians who use predatory tactics to get over on investors. I believe the video is also one sided because BET only covers the negative aspects of what happens when you sign a record contract instead of shedding light on all the positive situations that signing a record contract can lead you to. The video is also hypocritical because BET literally tell you "Don't Sign Your Life Away" in the video, yet, they're only asking artists who have signed major recording contracts. I think BET is full of sh*t and I don't want anyone to be mislead by the misinformation that their network spreads. Signing a music contract can come with many benefits. You also have to take in consideration what you will be giving in exchange for having a business partner. I give my honest response to the video. What do you think about signing a music contract? Feel free to leave your feedback in the comments below and make sure you Subscribe, Like & Share this video. Watch the video in question, below.

Million Dollar Listing | Making Money with Prestley Snipes [Episode 5]

In Episode Five of "Making Money with Prestley Snipes", I go to meet with a potential seller of an apartment complex sitting on a few acres. I originally set out to find single family houses, but my optimism has led me to a $1.2 million dollar deal. I met with the owner of the apartment complex and we got along well. He's open to the opportunity of me buying this property, but I must do more research on the property, before I make him my offer. I'm looking forward to closing on this situation fast and when it happens, it should be a very big payday! We'll see what happens. I've also learned how to navigate through a code violations list, enabling me to find distressed properties, more efficiently. Episode 6 coming soon. I'm hoping to be closing this deal, in the next episode. Stay tuned.

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Why Rappers, Singers, Athletes & Actors GO BROKE!!! (100% Facts)

This video is about financial literacy and it's Based on a True Story. In this video, I give my perspective on why most rappers, singers, athletes and actors, go broke. Most creative and talented people fail at financial literacy. In college, I would get an A in English class, and a C in Math. I was personally more interested in writing and the arts. A lot of us are very creative and talented in many ways, but we'd fail doing simple accounting. In this video, I tell my story of how I squandered through millions of dollars in the matter of 1-2 years. Creating an expensive lifestyle for yourself, is the number one reason that people go bankrupt. Financial literacy is just as important as making the money itself. If you have no financial literacy, then you will fall victim to your spending and everyone around you. We always hear stories of guys from the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL making hundreds of millions of dollars, then going broke and filing for bankruptcy. How does this happen? How do you spend $100 million dollars? If you're sitting at home, you may be wondering how this is possible. I will do my best in this video, to explain the correlation between financial illiteracy, having millions and going bankrupt. I also talk about how drug abuse, fake friends and excessive eating and spending can lead you on a downward spiral, financially. Leave your feedback in the comments below and make sure you Subscribe, Like & Share this video.

How To Diversify Business So You NEVER Fall OFF!

In this video I talk about "Criminals Gone Wild" and the various business ventures I've been involved in, which ultimately led to success in the music business. I discuss my now defunct website ilpvideo.com or ILP and how starting that business lead me to start a business managing artists as well as a publishing company, which is now Grammy Nominated. Having various income streams is the key to longevity in the music and entertainment business. So many artists are solely focused on the income that they dream of making from their art, that they never step outside and try anything else. This can be detrimental to your career because without finances, it will be very hard to create a career in music and entertainment, let alone create a successful brand. It takes money to make money. Do not think that others want to invest in your creative career. You have to be willing to invest in your own career and you do that by diversifying. Watch the video and leave your comments below. Also make sure you Like, Share & Subscribe to this channel, if you haven't already.

Where's The Ghetto? | Making Money with Prestley Snipes [Episode 4]

In Episode Four of "Making Money with Prestley Snipes", I give updates on my progress with my new real estate investing venture. I also finish posting the bandit signs that I ordered, in Episode Three. I'm currently working the Phoenix market and I decided to drive out to the Mesa / Tempe area to finish my bandit sign promotion today. See what it takes first hand to launch a grassroots bandit sign campaign for an upstart real estate investing firm. While posting bandit signs, I also found a few abandoned properties, in which I plan to get in touch with the owners, in hopes of them selling their properties to me. See what it takes to get rid of about 50 bandit signs, in a busy city. It took me a total of about 10 hours to get rid of the 100 signs. I posted the signs in different parts of the city, over the course of about 4 days. This is footage of my final day, posting my first 100 bandit signs. Hopefully this video will motivate you to get started in real estate investing. Stay tuned for Episode 5 of "Making Money with Prestley Snipes".

Bandit Sign Marketing | Making Money with Prestley Snipes [Episode 3]

In Episode #3, my bandit signs finally arrived. I have my flyers, business card, and bandit signs, now it's time to hit the streets and market. Now, when I'm driving for dollars, I can also post my signs and market. I'm getting more organized with my new real estate investing business. I'm creating a workflow which will be replicated. I just started marketing two weeks ago and I already have one house I'm working on selling, a list of solid leads and another motivated seller contacted me by email. So far, everything is going as planned. Watch me hit the streets of Phoenix, looking for homes to buy. I speak with a few homeowners in this episode and make relationships with neighbors or abandoned houses. I also show myself posting my new bandit signs on this episode. Watch as I grow my real estate investing empire. Episode Four coming soon!

Cold Calling Homeowners | Making Money with Prestley Snipes [Episode 2]

In Episode #2 of "Making Money with Prestley Snipes", we cold call a homeowner live, to see if they're willing to sell us their house! I made some great progress this week! I came up with a name for my new real estate investing business. I also went to Walmart and bought an AT&T prepaid phone, which I will use as the hotline for my new real estate business. After that, I then designed a logo and made some flyers and business cards, which I then got professionally printed. I also set up my real estate website and bought a new domain name to accompany my new real estate brand. I'm now a little more prepared than I was last week and I'm ready to start marketing my company to potential homeowners and investors. On the last episode, I was "driving for dollars", building a list of prospective homeowners to call, hoping that they'd sell me their home. In this episode, I'm actually trying to call some of the homeowners from my list to see if I can make a deal with them over the phone! Watch and learn to see what happens next! Episode #3 coming soon!

Wholesale Real Estate | Making Money with Prestley Snipes [Episode 1]

This is episode one of my new web series "Making Money with Prestley Snipes". In this episode, I start my new business as a real estate investor. Follow me as I drive for dollars, looking for properties to buy. I'm currently in the Phoenix market, which I hear is very lucrative. This series will showcase myself and various entrepreneurs, as we show you how we start businesses from scratch, as well as the day to day operations and challenges of being an entrepreneur and business owner. The goal is for this series to become an outlet for entrepreneurs and business minds, who are looking to expand and promote their unique businesses. Follow the journey and make sure to Subscribe, Like, Comment and Share this video!

Super Producer Neo Da Matrix Composing with Just a Laptop! [Life of Artist Manager]

(5/13/18) - Multi-Platinum Producer Neo Da Matrix stopped by to work on some new music. I met Neo a few years ago in Los Angeles and we've been building ever since. Neo is a serial entrepreneur who also happens to be a talented producer and songwriter. Growing up, I was a fan of Neo's productions. Neo has made such songs as Juelz Santana "Mic Check", Cassidy Lil Wayne, Fabolous's "6 Minutes", Fabolous "Paperman", numerous Jadakiss & Styles P hits, songs with Jay-Z, a multi-platinum song with Rihanna and the list goes on and on. Neo also recently got a placement on 50 Cent's TV show "POWER" and on Jadakiss and Fabolous most recent album "Friday on Elm Street". Watch Neo Da Matrix construct a new beat from scratch using only his laptop.

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Producers Tagging Beats: Has It Gone Too Far?

You shouldn't have to sell people on your music. If your music is good, people will be sold. In this video, I talk about producers putting tags on their beats. There is nothing wrong with promoting yourself as a producer and artist. This channel focuses on marketing. It recently has become very popular in the past few years, for producers to have their own signature "beat tag". A "beat tag" is a soundbite, usually of the producers name being said, usually before the artist begins to sing or rap over the music. The beat tag has become very popular in recent years and it has helped to bring fame, to the once obscure, music producer. In the past, producers gained popularity, by creating their own signature sound, as well as by connecting with rising or popular artist, with the goal of creating good music. Music production equipment, was a lot more expensive in the past, which created a void of music producers. Nowadays, with only a laptop and Fruity Loops software, anyone can now produce high quality sounding music. With ease, the ambitious producer can emulates their favorite producers, which then creats an influx of, copy cat sounding music. These producers are making these rushed beats, and the only thing that separates these mediocre beats, are the producer's unique beat tags. The beat tag helps the producer to be identified in the sea of copy cat sounding beats. In my opinion, a beat tag is not necessary. I've heard some beat tags that turned me away from listening to a song. I would suggest using your best judgement, if you are using a beat tag. As long as you try your best to be as original as possible, people will recognize your beats and your sound. Quality work cannot be denied. If you use beat tags, do not be offended. I'm just giving a different perspective on how I feel about some beat tags, that I hear. There are some beat tags, that I think, sound good with the music. There are others that I feel, should be taken off the song. This is just my opinion. You must take everything into consideration, if you plan to succeed.

Establishing CREDIT and the Importance of Credibility

Every time you create a new piece of work, you are giving yourself a new credit. Having credentials is what helps to establish you in your field. Seeking credit from others, will be unnecessary, when you are establishing credit for yourself. Establishing your own credentials is what makes you unique. When it comes to establishing financial credit, here’s how the FICO system works. There are three major credit bureaus, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. Credit lenders use a system called FICO, to establish the risk factor when loaning money to people. Having several good standing accounts, which you pay on time, will make your credit score get higher. When establishing your brand online, you gain credentials by creating and sharing your work online. Think of different social media platforms, the same way you would think of having various credit card accounts. You must use all of the various platforms to establish your brand, the same way that you would use all of your various credit accounts, to establish your FICO Score. There is a lot to learn about credit. The most important rule to remember is to pay your bills on time, while not utilizing all of your credit, while managing various long standing accounts. These same principles apply to online marketing, and if you want to be successful, you must use your various social media accounts, websites, apps, to further your brand, while creating original and unique content and marketing plans, while also being consistent. If this is done properly, over time, you will be establishing work credit and credentials. In marketing, having “credit” will lead to you gaining fans, getting recognition, money and business success. Create as much content on as many platforms as possible, to establish credentials, which will lead to success in the long run. Another major point to remember is, no credit is just as bad as bad credit. That means that having little to no credited work, is actually worst than having mediocre credited work distributed. Establish yourself and your brand by putting as much work out there as possible. The only way to get credit, is to create it for yourself. No one is looking to build your credit for you. That is something you have to do for yourself. Understand that people are trying to create and build their own credit. Don't be offended.

Red Rose Panic - BEEN THERE

New Red Rose Panic Music Video shot, directed and edited by me. I shot this video on iPhone 7.

Prestley Snipes (feat. SuLi) - ALCOHOL

New song I wrote and recorded the other day with my cousin Suli. Check it out.

LIL TAY: The REAL True Hollywood Story (How She Got Famous EXPOSED)

Pay attention. This is what fake music industry execs and label owners do. They’ll email you on a Sunday requesting that you to take down your own work, all because they want to exercise some authority, as their new position as "artist manager", "label owner", "publisher" or whatever role they claim. If this person was really handling his business, and doing his job, he would not have time to even be concerned about an old song, which is actually helping to keep his client relevant. These types will rather see the whole house burn down, than to see you all living in it, in harmony.

In this video, I share the story, from my perspective of the “Lil Tay” situation and controversy. I started working with Claire (Lil Tay) and her brother Jason Tian around January 2018. I was introduced to Jason and Claire through my business partner JPrice, who is a producer whom I’ve worked and collaborated with since 2015. JPrice has helped in my quest to discover new, and upcoming artists. One day, JPrice told me about this young Asian girl who he felt would rise to the top very fast. Before Lil Tay and Jason even amassed 10k followers on Instagram with their mockery of hip hop and antics, JPrice and I were planning a music project with Lil Tay. The plan was to create 5 demo songs and shoot a few impromptu green screen style music videos, with Lil Tay rapping. Based on the circumstances, we knew Lil Tay was going to “blow up” fast, so we started writing several songs for her. After writing a few songs, and sending Jason and Claire several instrumental beats, “Money Way” song was recorded.

Jason knew nothing about music production or recording music at home. JPrice and I coached Jason, during various video chat sessions, and the "Money Way" vocals were recorded in GarageBand, per our instructions. The vocals were then sent to JPrice, which he mixed and engineered. I put the song on our YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/z5cTsX1qgFM), and soon, it had over a million streams and was re-uploaded by several users. At this time, I did not want Jason and Lil Tay to make any more videos at this time and I suggested that they focus on shooting a quick and cheesy iPhone music video for "Money Way" song. Instead Jason continued to push Claire to make these tired videos of her "flossing", "flexing", using the n-word and bragging about how rich she was, mocking hip hop culture. All that did was make people despise Claire even more. While Jason was being blinded by the amount of new followers coming to his "Lil Tay" Instagram page, he didn't realize that he was simultaneously ruining his sister's image. It's one thing to have a large following of people who like you. It's another to have a large following of people who despise you and look at you as a clown.

The "Money Way" song soon started racking up millions of accumulative streams on all music platforms. An artist can get a major record deal, but that doesn’t give the major label the authority to take all of the artists old music down, unless a artist completely sells out to the label, which is very stupid. I’ve watched artists get suckered left and right, by labels, who claim that old releases interfere with new marketing. That’s the biggest crap I’ve ever heard in my life. You don’t delete old work, just because new work was created. That is the definition of "counter productive" and the work of none other than a counter-productive hater/crab in a barrel. The hater doesn’t want ANYONE to capitalize off of ANYTHING! Here is a perfect example! Now this random “record producer” is emailing my client, threatening him with “cease & desist” letters, over a song WE (not him), created in good faith, with an artist that we were willing to put our necks out for, at the time.

Here’s the TRUE story of the “Lil Tay” project and how things went uphill and downhill very fast due to her brothers greed, clout chasing, ignorance and the list goes on. This is all a joke to me. There’s a million other things I’d rather be doing than going back and forth with a grown man about a song that I created, with my business partner, almost a year ago, with a 9-year-old elementary school student. Seems people have nothing better to do, than bother people with this childish nonsense. This is also a perfect example of discrimination in the music business. For example, if this same song was produced by Timbaland or Pharrell, or any other big producer, we wouldn’t be getting this sort of harassment. This is what small time record execs do. They go around picking fights over authority. I personally could care less.

Swizz Beatz SURPRISE Birthday Party! (Jay Z, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Usher) [Life of Artist Manager]

(10/20/18) - Alicia Keys surprised her husband, Swizz Beatz with a 40th Birthday Party at World On Wheels in Los Angeles, CA. Jay Z and Beyonce were in attendance along with Usher, Jimmy Iovine, Maino, Steve Stoute, Sylvia Rhone, Neo Da Matrix and more were there to celebrate. Alicia Keys also surprised Super Producer Swiss Beatz with a brand new neon yellow 2019 Aston Martin Vantage coupe. The new Vantage has the new AMG 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 making 503 HP and 505 lb-ft of torque. What that means is, it does zero to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. Swiss arrived at the party, blindfolded, thinking he was on his way to a fancy restaurant, when he was surprised by all of his friends at the popular skating rink in LA. Swizz actually turned 40 in September, but his birthday was celebrated on this night. It was actually his protege, Neo Da Matrix’s birthday on this night. Jay Z said a speech before the cake was cut and the night turned out well. Unfortunately, Swizz injured himself and had to drive his new Aston to the hospital, to get his arm checked out. Check out this exclusive behind the scenes footage from the event.

How To Become FAMOUS

You want to know how to become famous? If so, then watch this video. I discuss exactly what you will need to do, to become famous. Gaining fame and notoriety doesn't come easy for most. Some people are born into fame, others get famous because of luck or chance. Most famous people have worked for their success and have been involved in projects that have affected the world in positive ways. Fame comes from being prolific and putting out bodies of work. You cannot expect to be famous for doing nothing. You must create and build your business or your craft, if you expect to get notoriety from it. In this discussion, I speak about the term "Instagram Famous" or "YouTube Famous" and exactly what that means. I also discuss popular female artist Cardi B, and her rise to fame and popularity. I also discuss famous Instagram entrepreneur Dan Bilzerian and how he utilizes Instagram to further his brand. I also discuss the phrase "15 minutes of fame" or "fifteen minutes of fame" and what being prolific really means.

JPrice Nice - ON ME

"ON ME" Music Video by @JPriceNice Produced by JPrice Nice Starring Summer (http://instagram.com/juss.summer) Shot by Prince Temple & Prestley Snipes Directed & Edited by Prestley Snipes

What Is The SNOWBALL EFFECT???

The "snowball effect" is a cliché that describes a process that starts from an initial state of small significance and builds upon itself, becoming larger and more serious. In this video, I relate the snowball effect to a person starting and building a business. Initially, you will need to do all of the hard work to get your business off the ground, unless you are fortune enough to find partners who will help you establish your brand and push "the snowball to the top of the hill". As the snowball gets higher and higher up on the hill, the size of the snowball also increases to the point where the snowball may become too heavy to push, without help. If you can somehow push that snowball a little further, you will reach the top of the hill. At that point, the snowball will start rolling downward, building it's own momentum collecting more snow, while gaining size, at a rapid speed. The snowball effect is a metaphor to describe the hard work that it will take for you to get your business or art out there to the masses. Do not assume that other people want or are willing to help you push your snowball to the top of the hill. People have their own "snowballs" to push, and you are very fortunate if you meet someone crazy enough to spend their time, pushing your snowballs around with you. If you do happen to find people that will help you push your snowballs to the top of the hill, then be very grateful to have such people in your company. You will learn that people who are willing to sacrifice, for you, don't come a dime a dozen.

BIGGEST Music Business Secret REVEALED!!!

In this video, I reveal one of the biggest music and entertainment business secrets. Most people will never make it far enough to reach the level that I'm about to reveal. If you are an independent artist, wondering how to build your following and make a career out of your art, then you need to watch this whole video. No one will ever give you this information so truthful and raw, so get your notepads, relax and watch this informative lesson. Take this information and use it to your advantage and make sure to Subscribe, Share, Like and leave your Comments about this video.

How To Go VIRAL

In this video, I talk about the term “going viral” and what viral actually means. Viral, comes from the word virus. A virus, replicates. Going viral means your video or your content is being spread, uncontrollably. When your content goes viral, you couldn’t stop it from being spread, even if you wanted to. Usually, you can put a video up online, and if you’re getting some slack from it, you can just take it down… and its over. When a video goes viral, you could take it down, but it will still exist somewhere on the internet, because people are sharing it, somewhere. I also discuss, why someone would you want to go viral, the benefits and disadvantages of going viral, the organic elements of true viral content and most importantly, How Do YOU Make YOUR Shit Go Viral…? New content coming daily. Subscribe for more and make sure to comment, share and leave your feedback on this topic.

Prestley Snipes - NETFLIX

Prestley Snipes "NETFLIX" Produced by JPrice. Recorded & Engineered by Prestley Snipes. From my new project coming around Christmas 2018

WTF Is A CLOUT CHASER???

"Clout Chasing" is an overused phrase being spread on social media. To me, a clout chaser is someone who seeks fame, with no objective. A clout chaser will do any and everything to be seen and heard, even if it's by being tacky or distasteful. Clout chasers usually are victims of the "15 minutes of fame" term because their fame often comes and goes. Clout chasers are not business savvy, yet they may appear to be, due to their large social media following. The term "clout chaser" and "clout chasing" has become prevalent and it is often used out of context. Clout is obtained by selling products and making money. Clout isn't about appearing powerful. It's about actually being power and having influence. If people don't respect you, then you have no clout. When you obtain money, you obtain power. When you get the power, you get the respect, as the great poet Lil Kim, once said. In this video, I break down the term "clout chasing" and I speak about a few past experience I've had, dealing with "clout chasers".

Prince Directs Music Video [Life of Artist Manager]

Met with my guy Prince in Oceanside, CA to help work on a music video for an artist that he's currently working with from Chicago, named Goaldin Tone. I've been working with Prince for a few years now and he recently expressed his interest in directing and video production. The shoot turned out well and Prince appeared to be a natural. I look forward to seeing how the finished music video turns out.



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Criminals Gone Wild 2: Menace II Humanity

After over a decade, "Criminals Gone Wild" has returned with the second installment, "Menace II Humanity". Due to statutes of limitation, the producers were forced to wait over a decade to unleash this highly anticipated sequel of the viral cult original, Criminals Gone Wild. Follow us as we chronicle the lives of several criminals, from different cities across the USA. Get into the criminal's psychology and find out what makes them constantly make horrible decisions. This film features various interviews and shocking footage of car jackings, robberies, shootings and more. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.

Here's How Much Money A Hit Record Gets You As A Producer

This video was made in response to a video called called "Here's How Much Money A Hit Record Gets You As A Producer" , that I watched, made by YouTube user KYOKU. The video contained several errors when it came to making a hypothetical answer to come up with the amount of money that a producer generates from a hit song. It is very hard to calculate exactly what a hit song generates unless you have someone's contract in your hand along with Worldwide radio data, streaming data and other data, which may be very hard to come by. There is no real way to determine how much a hit song will make. After a hit song runs it's course, that song has the possibility to be revived and used in some way, on a later date, on commercials, films, video games, TV shows, leaving possibility to generate unforeseen revenue. There are also cases where a song wasn't a hit in the past, but elements of the song may be sampled or lyrics may be used in newer songs, by current artists, generating unforeseen royalties for songwriters. Songs continue to make money, even after you die, therefore, you can never predict how much money a song will generate. In this video, I discuss the Four Types of Music Royalties. The four types of music royalties are "Performance Royalties", "Mechanical Royalties", "Synchronization" & "Print Music Royalties". There is also now a new royalty which generates money for artists (performers) called "Digital Performance Royalties", which is collected by SoundExchange. Everyone's contracts and every songs copyright split is different. You can ask a successful producer to give you an estimate of how much this or that song made, thus far, but there is no real way to give a definite answer on how much a producer makes from a hit record. Publishing is a topic which is often very misunderstood in the music business. I have been studying publishing for the past few years and here is my response.

Why HATE Is GOOD For Social Media Marketing

In this video, I discuss hate and how you can manipulate other's use of hate, to propel your brand. When someone "dislikes" your content on social media websites, that is a form of engagement. Engagement is the online catalyst that converts prospects to customers, customers to loyal customers, and loyal customers to vocal brand advocates. You want as much engagement on your content, as possible, whether it's likes, dislikes, comments or shares. The goal is to leave an impression in people's minds. The ultimate goal, isn't to be hated. The goal is to get your message across. There's a saying, "Love me or hate me, both are in my favor. If you love me, I will always be in your heart and if you hate me, I will be in your mind." YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and most popular social media websites, use likes and dislikes as an engagement metric. The more engagement that you receive on your content, the more your content is promoted. Videos or photos that get lots of engagement, is what YouTube, Facebook & Instagram (and most social media websites and apps) looks for, when considering to promote your content. These websites/apps only want the most engaging content on their front page display, because engaging content, keeps visitors on their website longer, which in the internet advertising world is called, "bounce rate". Therefore, dislikes and hate, are actually good, when it comes to social media marketing. Check out this video where I give my two cents on hate, haters, internet engagement, likes and dislikes. Thanks for watching and feel free to leave your feedback on this topic.

TROLLING For Social Media Marketing (6ix9ine & How To Be A Troll EXPLAINED)

Trolling is the act of stopping someone from passing, for your own personal motives. An internet troll will leave comments and feedback on your social media, with the intention of stirring up an emotional reaction from you. Trolling comes in different forms. There are different levels to trolling. Trolling is often looked down upon, but if you study marketing and branding, then you’d agree that trolling is an essential part of any successful marketing plan. Causing people to have emotional responses, to your content, is key. Social media marketing is all about getting engagement and reactions. When it comes to social media marketing, all reactions, whether good are bad, are good. I say that because, any promotion that brings brand awareness, is beneficial. If you are creating distasteful content, which goes viral, yet, causes negative emotional reactions, I’d hope you are considering your brand, in the long term. Advertising is an art. There are various college level courses on advertising and marketing. Marketing, branding and advertising is not something any business, who plans to be successful, should take a novice approach to. In this video, I discuss being a troll and trolling, as one of your marketing approaches. I believe that every business should have “in-house trolls”. If you aren’t willing to be a troll, then I’d suggest hiring people who are willing to troll, or coming up with troll objected marketing plans, for your brand. Trolling is an essential part of marketing online and offline. In this video, I also discuss rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine and why everyone calls him a troll. I also speak about McDonald’s and how people have grown so accustomed to their marketing (aka trolling), that people don’t even consider it trolling. I also discuss popular YouTube personality and troll, DJ Akademiks, and how he used trolling, to build and online empire. Trolling is all about stopping people in their paths, while getting your message or brand in the eyes and hearts of the general public. I’ve used trolling as an approach in all of my marketing plans and I’m happy to discuss the topic in this video. Leave your feedback on this topic and make sure to like, share and subscribe to this channel.

How To Make Millions Of Dollars Selling YOUR Music Online!!!

In this video, I will share crucial information, which may help you make millions of dollars selling your music and/or promoting your brand online. If you are tired of letting life pass you by, you should watch this video to learn and get some advice. Even if you aren’t a musician, there are some valuable lessons that I share in this video. Social media marketing is not as easy as it used to be. If you want to build a large following on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Soundcloud, then you need to be taking extreme measures to speed up your success. If you want to spend the next 10 years of your life, experimenting, blind in the sea of Internet content, then DO NOT WATCH THIS VIDEO! This video was made for people who are ready to make a change, and start marketing their brands. Take as much of the information as you can, and make it your own. I am now doing consultations. Follow the link above for your own personal consultation with me, Prestley Snipes. This video is one of many, from my new course, coming soon. Disclaimer: Everyone’s success rate is different and I cannot make no guarantees and to the amount of success or money that you will make. As far as I’m concerned, I was able to generate millions, with this information. Never compare your success or failures with other people’s. When and if it’s your time, it will be your time.

How To Start A Record Label

Want to start a Record Label and become a Music Mogul? Here are the first steps that you will need to take on your journey to the Billboard charts.

25 Reasons Why You WILL FAIL

Failing in life, shouldn't be the goal. If you continue to fail, then your dreams will not come true. I compiled a list of twenty five reasons why I believe that people fail, in life. If you, or someone you know, carries these traits & characteristics, then you will surely fail. The goal of this video is not to insult you. The goal of the video is to inspire you, not to be the type of person, that I mention in this video. Certain failures in life, can be avoided, if you are open to take advice from those, who have failed already. Leave a comment with your thoughts on this video and make sure to Subscribe, Like and Share this video with your friends, associates and loved ones.

Criminals Gone Wild: 10 Years Later (Is It REAL or FAKE???)

Was searching my name on YouTube yesterday and came across this short expose documentary made about my 2007 film "Criminals Gone Wild, made by a user named "KVFutureGamer". Check it out. Criminals Gone Wild 2 in production now and will be out in 2019.

Cleveland House On Fire [Life of Artist Manager]

Arrived in Cleveland for the Larchmere PorchFest where Red Rose Panic, a band that I manage, had a performance. The show went well and we attracted a large crowd. After the performance, we checked out some other acts then headed to a front porch where a female DJ was playing some songs. Shortly after that, we started smelling smoke coming from the house we were standing in front of. Next thing we knew, there was smoke coming from all windows of the house and we had to call the Cleveland Heights Fire Department. The firemen arrived promptly and put the fire out. We believe there was an overuse of power, which caused an electrical fire inside the walls of the house. Luckily, no one was hurt. Check out Red Rose Panic's full performance at the 2018 Larchmere PorchFest here: https://youtu.be/5H10ceFbFDI

Rappers & Singers That FELL Compilation (XXXTentacion, Drake, 21 Savage, Iggy Azalea + More!!!)

Check out my latest compilation video. Been meaning to finish this video for a while. Producing compilation videos is a great and easy way to help grow a YouTube channel. These sorts of videos get lots of engagement. I plan to make more of these videos soon. Check it out and make sure to Subscribe http://goo.gl/Fz5dBH

Prestley Snipes Talks XXXTentacion Murder & BULLETPROOF Cars!

This is a clip from Episode #49 of the Urban Logic Show Podcast. In this clip we discuss the untimely death of Florida rapper XXXTentacion. XXXTentacion was killed last week in what appears to be a murder/robbery. He was only 20-years-old and the whole music community is shocked by this senseless murder. We also talk about bulletproof cars, Rich The Kid robbery, Pittsburgh Jimmy Wopo Murder and more! Hosted by Rudy Ray.

Prestley Snipes Second Urban Logic Show Appearance

XXXTentacion Murder & Permit Patty - Urban Logic Show [Episode 49]

Episode Forty Nine of the Urban Logic Show Podcast, we talk about the untimely death of Florida rapper XXXTentacion. XXXTentacion was killed last week in what appears to be a murder/robbery. He was only 20-years-old and the whole music community is shocked by this senseless murder. In this episode, we discuss XXXTentacion, bulletproof cars, Rich The Kid robbery, Domestic Violence, Young Dolph Shooting, Tekashi 6ix9ine Beefs, Pittsburgh Rapper Jimmy Wopo being killed on the same day as XXXTentacion, as well as X breaking streaming music records after his passing, Westside Gunn new album, Teyana Taylor new album, Nas new album, Permit Patty, Growing Up In The Hood, Marcia Clark Investigates First 48, Not Leaving The Hood, Jadakiss Lines, Decoy Cars, Presidential Security, Gucci Mane Shooting, XXXTentacion Getting Knocked Out On stage, XXXTentacion Uncle Ran When The Goons Came, Getting Boxed In, Homeless People Asking For Money & Getting Set Up, Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies, drinking more water, being accountable and more! Hosted by Rudy Ray with special guest Prestley Snipes.

Red Rose Panic Documentary Series

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0W14y0EDVjoi94D46lBOBOalje_UXXit

Here's a new documentary series that I'm producing for Red Rose Panic. I've been working with RRP remotely for a few years and now I finally got a chance to link up with the crew and document their grind. Check out the playlist above and make sure to follow @RedRosePanic and subscribe here http://goo.gl/BvCzNf

Prestley Snipes Joins Urban Logic Show

Last Sunday, I joined my friend Rudy Ray on his weekly podcast "Urban Logic Show. On this episode, we discuss suicide ad the untimely deaths of fashion icon Kate Spade and celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain. We also cover issues such as high blood pressure and hypertension and we also talk about the new Superfly and movie remakes. Check it out and make sure you subscribe here http://goo.gl/eYqMEB

Post Malone's Studio [Life of Artist Manager]

In this episode, we get a look inside the studio where Post Malone recorded some of his biggest hit songs. Myles Gousse, son of Max Gousse, invited us to meet his partner Dash, who manages the studio. Dash was kind enough to give us a tour of the studio and he also gave us a first look at the renovation plans. As you can see by all the Platinum and Gold plaques on the wall, this studio is legendary and has churned out many hits. My business partner Roget Romain and his new artist Kameechi were present on this tour. Check out the footage and stay tuned.

Max Gousse's Son Myles [Life of Artist Manager]

In this episode, me, Roget Romain and Kameechi meet with Myles Gousse, son of legendary artist manager, Max Gousse. We met with Myles in North Hollywood at a studio where he works at. Myles was very cool and very humble. Myles invited us in his studio and introduced us to some of his business partners and Dash, who manages the studio. Dash also told us that he's related to legendary producer Damon Dash. Check out the footage and stay tuned.

Warner/Chappell Meeting with Roget Romain [Life of Artist Manager]

In this episode, my long time mentor and business partner Roget Romain sets up a meeting at Warner/Chappell offices in Los Angeles for his new artist Kameechi. Roget was able to contact his long time friend Big Jon Platt, and instantly set up a meeting that the average person would never get. After the meeting, I take Roget and Kameechi to Little Tokyo, where we dine on sushi and sake. The following day, I got a chance to hang out with Kameechi and we wrote songs and listened to some new beats. Stay tuned.

Life of Artist Manager: Roget Romain & Kameechi Arrive In Los Angeles

In this episode, my long time mentor and business partner Roget Romain arrived in Los Angeles with his new artist Kameechi. Roget started managing me when I was doing my "FDTV" comedy series, back in 2005. Roget has always been a big help in my career, and I've never made any major moves without running it by him. This week, we plan on shooting some new content for Kameechi and working on Roget's new media company, Black Count. Roget just bought a new Sony A7 S, so we were eager to work with the new camera. The Sony Alpha 7S camera uses mirrorless technology and the visuals turned out amazing. Kameechi and JPrice have also been working on some new music and all the songs I heard sound like fire! Watch what happens next.

Prestley Snipes, Big Jon Platt & Roget Romain at Warner/Chappell Office

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Zaytoven's Manager, Al Nuke, Talks About Managing A Super Producer

Artist manager, filmmaker, director, actor, songwriter Al Nuke, talks about managing Atlanta Super Producer Zaytoven. Al talks about loyalty and his role as Zaytoven's business partner and manager. This clip is from "Life of Artist Manager" Web Series. Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbXYsKKWG6k

Life of Artist Manager: Producer Gets KICKED OUT The Studio!!!

Working with this new producer that reached out to me on Facebook. Met him at a coffee shop in Beverly Hills and heard a few of his beats. His beats had potential and he told me that he already had a few placements. He told me he was interested in me managing him and that he was interested in me being his agent, to shop his productions. I had to leave the meeting, but I invited him to my studio downtown Los Angeles, to work on some new music. After working with him for two days and noticing how defensive he became, while I gave direction and advice, I realized we wouldn't be able to work together. I wanted to finish the song that we had already created, sign off on it, and then part ways, but this is what ended up happening. Wish this guy the best.

Life of Artist Manager: Playmaker Strike

(4/13/18) - Finally got a chance to link up with DMV rapper Playmaker Strike. I met Strike in 2016 and we had a good conversation about the music business. He told me that he was working on his project and had a video coming soon. After watching the “Baller Blockin” Music Video (https://youtu.be/RB284xNaxU4), I realized that he was a great artist and immediately wanted to have another meeting with him to discuss if we could work on a project. When I got back to Los Angeles, I gave Strike a call and we ended up meeting in front of the Nice Kicks store downtown. I chatted with him for a bit and he discusses some of his plans for 2018. Check out this interview.

JPrice Nice - On Me

JPrice Nice "On Me" Official Audio. Stream on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jpricenice/onme

Life of Artist Manager: Neo Da Matrix DTLA Cook Up

(3/15/18) - Just touched back down to Cali two weeks ago. Headed downtown Los Angeles to link up with the homey Neo Da Matrix. Neo's production was recently featured on the Fabolous and Jadakiss album "Friday on Elm Street". Neo is a legendary producer and has worked with Jay-Z, Rihanna, Swizz Beatz and the list goes on. Check out this raw footage of Neo cooking up a new beat. Sounds like a hit to me.

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Red Rose Panic - Change Your Mind

Red Rose Panic releases their visual to "Change Your Mind" off their new project "Time Attack"

Life of Artist Manager: Zaytoven & Al Nuke in Hollywood

(4/11/18) - Met up with super producer Zaytoven and his manager Al Nuke yesterday at a studio in Hollywood. Zaytoven's debut album "Trap Holizay" is coming out on May 25, and Zay and his team are getting ready for the release. When I arrived at the studio Zay and Nuke were planning and working with a few Bay Area artists. There were a lot of creative people in the room. Legendary photographer, Mike Miller was also in the studio with us. Mike and Zaytoven had just finished an epic photo shoot, which turned out very well. Zaytoven's longtime manager and partner Al Nuke also speaks about his role as a artist manager as well as some of the struggles that he goes thru managing an in-demand music producer.

Life of Artist Manager: The REAL Rick Ross

(4/10/18) - Met up with the legendary Freeway Rick Ross. He is who the famous rapper Rick Ross, got his name from. In this short interview with Freeway Ricky, we chat about artist management and he also gives a few words of wisdom and inspiration. I look forward to working more with Rick soon.

Prestley Snipes - Illegal Girl

Prestley Snipes "Illegal Girl". Music Video Shot by Ola Bakare. Directed by Prestley Snipes.

Prestley Snipes - Out Your Mind

Prestley Snipes "Out Your Mind" Produced by Alex Lustig. Music Video Shot by Ola Bakare. Directed by Prestley Snipes.

Lil Tay - Money Way

9-Year-Old Lil Tay's debut single "Money Way" produced by JPrice

Prestley Snipes - Proper

Prestley Snipes "Proper" Produced by Alex Lustig. Music Video Shot by Ola Bakare. Directed by Prestley Snipes.

Prestley Snipes - Sippin On This Henny

Prestley Snipes "Sippin On This Henny" Music Video Produced by Alex Lustig. Music Video Shot by Ola Bakare. Directed by Prestley Snipes.

Life of Artist Manager: NBA Youngboy In Atlanta

(2/2/18) - Met with 18-Year-Old Louisiana Rapper Youngboy Never Broke Again and his team yesterday at Lenox Mall in Atlanta, GA. Youngboy has been on the rise ever since releasing a string of mixtapes and the music video to his popular song "38 Baby". Youngboy was in ATL the other day, recording new music and handling some business. I got a chance to have a meeting with his team and I also gave them some new beats from some of the upcoming producers that I work with. I also got a chance to hear NBA Baby Joe's new music, that should be getting released, real soon. Youngboy also had the new McLaren 570GT on the streets! Definitely look forward to linking up with the NBA crew again in the future.

Getting Knocked Down In The Music Business

In this video, I talk about failure and getting knocked down in the music and entertainment business. This line of work can be very rewarding, if your work begins to pay off, but what do you do if it doesn't pay off as soon as you'd expect? Do you quit and get a regular job or do you stay persistent and keep working on your craft until you reach the payday that you feel you deserve? These are questions that you need to ask yourself before becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own business or brand. Will you let negative situations discourage you or will you take a bad situation and turn it into a good one? In this video, I share my thoughts on getting knocked down.

Social Media Marketing Makeover

New #SocialMediaMarketing firm I started with my partners. Check us out at http://socialmediamarketingmakeover.com

Entertainment Lawyers & The Music Business (How To NOT Get RIPPED OFF)

At some point, when your project starts to take off, you may need a lawyer to help you understand some of the contracts that may be coming your way. You don’t really need a lawyer, and any information that you seek is an Internet search away, but if you have access to a good entertainment lawyer, then I’d recommend keeping one on speed dial. You better hope you have some sort of understanding with the lawyer also. Some lawyers will turn the clock on and charge you for every minute that you speak with them. Be very careful not to retain a lawyer’s services until you can afford it, or it seems absolutely necessary. Some lawyers may talk with you for hours, while you’re oblivious that their rate clock is on. Everyone is in the game to make money, just like you are and if you think a lawyer is giving you free information, either you’re very lucky, or you better think twice. In this video I talk about conflict of interest and tortious interference.

Prestley Snipes - Look At My Car

Prestley Snipes "Look At My Car" Music Video Produced by Prestley Snipes

Prestley Snipes - Sippin On This Henny

New song I wrote a few days ago called "Sippin On This Henny". Check it out.

How 21 Savage Used SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING To Get RICH & FAMOUS!!!

http://socialmediamarketingmakeover.com - Here's a short documentary film about how Atlanta rapper 21 Savage became rich, famous and successful, simply by using Social Media Marketing. In this film, I will show you the exact steps 21 Savage took to become one of the most streamed music artists in the World! 21 Savage started out as a hype man for rapper Fatmankey and ManMan Savage. During the success of the iLoveMakonnen & Drake “Tuesday” project, 21 started to notice an opening for himself. 21 started his career as a rapper in late 2014 and recorded a few songs with iLoveMakonnen, who I was managing at the time. 21 would soon partner with frequent iLoveMakonnen collaborators, Sonny Digital and Metro Boomin and the rest is history. 21 Savage soon recorded the hit song “Red Opps” with Sonny Digital and he would later start recording songs with Metro Boomin. Soon after working with Metro, him and rapper Future collaborated on the hit song “X”, which would eventually land 21 Savage a RIAA Double Platinum Record. 21 Savage continued his success with songs like "No Heart", "Rockstar" with Post Malone and "Bank Account", and he has already sold upwards of 10 million singles. 21 Savage's "Savage Mode" & "ISSA" albums both are currently certified RIAA Gold. 21 Savage’s success was not overnight. His ambition along with the power of Social Media played the biggest part in his success.

Justin Timberlake - Filthy (Red Rose Panic Remix)

Red Rose Panic is a band that I manage from Akron, OH. Check out their latest cover to Justin Timberlake's new hit song "FILTHY". You can follow Red Rose Panic at @RedRosePanic on all social media.