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Logic's Journey to Success in the Music Industry
TLDR Logic's rise in the music industry, from struggling in a friend's basement to achieving Billboard success, was fueled by hard work, independence, and a strong fan base built through free mixtapes, tours, and social media. Despite facing challenges with record labels and the emotional toll of fame, Logic and his manager, Chris Zarou, persevered and are now focused on expanding their businesses beyond their personal brands.
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Business travelers are finding that mixing leisure with work trips keeps them energized, as highlighted by the experiences shared in the podcast episode.
06:28
Logic grew up in a challenging environment with a troubled mother and absent father, but managed to avoid the pitfalls of drugs and crime by finding solace in music.
12:02
Logic learned about music and recording techniques from a friend, which eventually led him to discover influential artists like RZA and Wu-Tang Clan, inspiring him to pursue a career in music.
17:58
Logic lived in a friend's basement, struggling financially, while pursuing his music career and asking for a year to focus on his passion, while his future manager, Chris Zarou, transitioned from a soccer career to the music business through self-education and persistence.
23:15
Chris Zarou discovered Logic's music by chance on Twitter in 2011, leading him to reach out to Logic and offer to manage him despite having no prior experience in the music industry.
28:47
Logic and Chris Zarou initially worked together without signing any contracts, building Logic's brand and fanbase by releasing free music before eventually monetizing it through merchandise and tours.
34:10
Logic and Chris Zarou decided to go on tour in 2012 after signing a record deal with Def Jam to fund the tour, despite facing financial challenges.
40:04
Logic and his manager Chris Zarou went on tour in 2012 after signing a record deal with Def Jam, using most of the money from the deal to fund the tour, which was not glamorous but ultimately successful.
46:02
Logic and his manager Chris Zarou focused on building brand awareness and connecting with fans through free mixtapes, tours, and strategic use of social media platforms to create a strong foundation before releasing Logic's debut album.
51:44
Logic and his manager were devastated when his first studio album debuted at number four on the Billboard charts instead of number one, highlighting the challenges they faced with record labels and the importance of building a strong fan base independently.
57:21
Logic shares the powerful impact of his song "1-800-273-8255" and the unexpected emotional toll of touring and performing, leading to a breakdown during a concert in Pittsburgh.
01:02:56
Logic and his manager Chris Zarou discuss the emotional toll of fame, coping with anxiety and exhaustion, and their plans for building businesses beyond their personal brands.
01:08:30
Logic is deeply involved in all aspects of his business, emphasizing the importance of hard work, intelligence, and a bit of luck in his and his manager Chris Zarou's journey to success.
01:14:55
Cassie took a risk by quitting her engineering job to start Fatco, a company that specializes in skin products made from beef tallow, and has since found success with annual revenues of about $600,000.
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