Byron Kirkland on Building Artists, Breaking Culture, and Betting on Yourself

Today on Mixed and Mastered, we sit down with Byron Kirkland — entrepreneur, marketer, and founder of Stealth Worldwide Group, a force behind some of the biggest names in music. From growing up in Brooklyn to landing a high school internship at Arista and Uptown Records, Byron learned early how to turn access into opportunity. That mindset carried him through fashion at Sean John, into artist management with Machine Gun Kelly, YBN Nahmir, and Cordae, and now into building his own brand in golf and lifestyle with Masterpiece. In this conversation, Byron breaks down the realities of developing artists, navigating the highs and setbacks of the business, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. He also reflects on resilience, relationships, and how life-changing moments shaped his approach to both business and family. This is Mixed and Mastered with Byron Kirkland. Mixed and Mastered is produced by Merrick Studios and hosted by Jeffrey Sledge. Join the conversation on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod and get early access plus live events, additional content and more at Merrick Studios+