Former Capitol President REVEALS How He Signed Jay-Z & Sam Smith!

Описание: Hearing a major label president speak his mind this openly? Rare. Hearing it on record? Rarer.

Legendary music exec Nick Raphael unpacks a career that spans global chart-toppers, executive pivots, and the evolution of artist power. He’s an anomaly in the music business - honest, transparent, and still thriving.

From being the FIRST person to sign Jay-Z to global success to battling illness in 2013 to rebounding with massive hits and signings like Sam Smith and 5SOS, Nick shares how streaming flipped the script on music distribution and why modern artists need storytelling and focus to cut through.

We explore his transformation from Capitol UK President to indie label founder, and his candid take on building long-term artist careers without relying solely on traditional labels.

00:00 – Health Crisis & Comeback
03:10 – Streaming Changes Everything
07:10 – The Rise of DIY Artists
11:32 – Evolution of Artist Deals
16:08 – Power of Teams & Mentorship
42:21 – Learning from Legends
52:19 – Focus in A&R
01:21:21 – Martial Arts, Music & Mindset
01:24:32 – Storytelling in Artist Development
01:30:21 – Making 'Promises' ft. Sam Smith
01:41:24 – Launching an Indie Label
01:58:29 – Ego & Authentic Leadership
02:05:33 – Artist Journeys & Legacy

The opinions shared by our guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or The Manager’s Playbook.

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Host: Mauricio Ruiz
Executive Producer: Mauricio Ruiz
Director of Photography: Will Dobak
On Location Sound: Jesse Lopez
Editor: Max Carmona & Madison Lair
Co-Editor: Mauricio Ruiz
Colourist: Will Dobak
Sound Engineer: Francisco Sabio
Project Manager: Erica Kongvongxay
Marketing Coordinator: Melanie Letra-Frade
Production Company: 8 Til Faint

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