James Supreme – A&R at Universal Music Publishing Group (2019)

James Supreme, A&R at Universal Music Publishing Group, came on the pod to talk about his role in Lil’ Nas X’s second hit song “Panini”, the differences managing black rappers and white rappers, working with Beyonce’s Parkwood Entertainment team on The Lion King: The Gift, and why mental health matters in the music industry.

(Originally published October 10, 2019)

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Host: Dan Runcie, @RuncieDan, trapital.co

Guest: James Supreme, @jamessupreme Links referenced:

Article: How Lil’ Nas X’s Success Will Impact Hip-Hop – Trapital Article: White Rappers and Black Rappers Have Different Business Models – Trapital Article: What Chance the Rapper Gets Wrong About Ownership – Trapital Article: How Do You Follow Up ‘Old Town Road?’ If You’re Lil’ Nas, You Don’t Try – Rolling Stone Hip-hop’s influence continues to grow. Take your insights to the next level. Become a Trapitalist.

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