Hip Hop Artist, Damon StCloud

#podcast #interview #hiphop #producer #youtube Welcome back to Mad Props! Join us on Mad Props as Chris Schnabel chats with Damon StCloud about his music industry journey, from the Off Stage docu-series to The Kitchen studio. Discover the story behind 'Street Punks,' Damon's love for Spider-Man, and insights on social media's impact on musicians. They delve into the challenges of organic growth, the significance of authenticity, and strategies for success in the digital age. A must-listen for music enthusiasts and aspiring artists keen on navigating the evolving music landscape. 🔥 Key Highlights: - Off Stage Series: Platform for emerging artist stories. - The Kitchen Studio: Supports artists through events. - 'Street Punks': Lighthearted take on serious media portrayal issues. - Spider-Man Love: Relates to the character's balance between heroism and normal life. - Promotion & Passion: Focused on music and tour while staying true to creative pursuits. - Social Media: Offers both exposure and challenges for artists. - Authenticity: Key to connecting with audiences in the digital age. - Industry Navigation: Requires creativity, risk-taking, and discipline. Subscribe and follow for more captivating stories! Follow Damon StCloud- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/damonstcloud_/X - https://twitter.com/DamonStCloudYouTube -  @DamonStCloud  Follow Mad Props on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/madpropspod/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/MadPropsPodX- https://twitter.com/MadPropsPod You can find Schnabel Studios on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/schnabel.studios/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/schnabelstudios Music Ska - Right Beat Radio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Hgq... Video edited by Chris Schnabel Episode Produced by Chris Schnabel Mad Props is a Schnabel Studios Production. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 03:20 - Catch-up and Reflection on the Past 10 Years 08:10 - Creation of Offstage Documentary Series 13:19 - Running The Kitchen Recording Studio 16:02 - Transition to Behind-the-Scenes Work 20:02 - Release of New Song 'Street Punks' 25:13 - Concept and Inspiration Behind the 'Street Punks' Music Video 30:41 - Love for Spider-Man and Relatability 39:21 - Upcoming Tour and Future Projects 42:30 - Promotion and Social Media 45:45 - Musicians and Social Media 46:45 - The Pros and Cons of Social Media for Artists 47:33 - Challenges for Artists Blowing Up Organically 48:38 - The Attractiveness of Social Media for Artists 49:17 - The Desire for Record Deals 50:17 - The Focus on TikTok Songs 51:04 - The Impact on Album Building 51:50 - The Success of TikTok Songs 52:52 - Authenticity and Connection with the Audience 53:49 - The Need for Creativity and Risk-Taking 54:26 - The Influence of Social Engineering 55:09 - The Fallacy of Instant Fame 56:24 - The Importance of Creativity and Virality 57:54 - The Role of Marketing Strategies 58:35 - The Shift towards Specific Audiences 59:50 - The Disillusionment of Youth 01:01:16 - Approaching the Entertainment Industry like an Athlete 01:02:43 - Conclusion and Thank You #MusicIndustry #MadProps #DamonStCloud #OffStageDoc #TheKitchenStudio #StreetPunks #SpiderMan #SocialMediaForMusicians #TikTokMusic #AuthenticityInMusic #ArtistJourney #MusicMarketing #UpcomingTour #PassionInMusic #RecordDeals #MusicAndMedia #DigitalAgeMusic #CreativityInMusic #PodcastEpisode --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/madprops/support