The FreeGame Producer’s Podcast

On this episode WLPWR, Tai Saint Boogie, and Brian Onrea interview Multi-Platinum and Grammy Award winning songwriter Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd (Justin Beiber, Usher, Chris Brown, 112, etc) to the show. In this exclusive interview they discuss:The trial and error process of learning how to write a good songThe Producer/Songwriter relationship and its importance How producers can structure their beats best for the songwriterWriting the “Despacito” remix for Justin BeiberThe concept behind his “Poo Bear Presents: Bearthday Music” project which available on all outlets NOW!His desire to make important records in each genre of music simultaneously Getting a lyrical rapper like Jay Electronica to gel on a record with Justin BeiberWhat does it take for international artists to break in the United StatesWhat’s next for Poo Bear?Also on today’s episode the team discusses:Is Nas’ Nasir really coming out? They wait patiently for album to drop while recording this last Thursday (steam didn’t start in time). They did discuss their expectations for the project. Follow us! @freegamepodcast @wlpwr@SaintBoogie @BrianOnrea This episode was sponsored by @yumpanadas and @mcbridesisters recorded at @graymattercollective mixed by @checkmatecreative and produced by @londonelixirxlSupport the show

In this special episode WLPWR and Brian Onrea focus on the ongoing controversy regarding producers getting paid properly in the music industry (hip hop in particular) They discuss:What are producer fees?When an artist or label pays for a beat, do they own the song?Producer declarations, why they are importantWhat are royalties and for a producer?What about publishing?The risk of emailing beats and what are some best practices when doing soWhat does the future hold financially for music producers?Recent high profile conflicts between artists and producersAlso in this episode:They guys get a little political when discussing last weekend’s events in Charlottesville, VA (Prayers for the country - Music Heals)New Music Released from Kesha, Moneybagg Yo, and Dizzy WrightWill the recent cash infusion into Soundcloud save the platform from failing?Please make sure you rate this podcast and share with anyone who you’d think would benefit from this FREE GAME!Follow us!@FreeGamePodcast@WLPWR@BrianOnreaPodcast recorded at Gray Matter Studios in Atlanta, GA and edited mixed by Joey Stanca @dreamsonparadeSupport the show