Networking with Major Artists

There has been many cases at Musewav Studio where a HUUGEEEE artist was present, but just because they are there does not mean it is the right time for an opportunity. Artists come to the studio to record - they are here to work. They do not want fan interaction at a workplace, the environment must be professional! That includes the employees at the studio, even if you want to network with an artist, you are not allowed to under industry protocol. There is a very fine line in when you are allowed to reach out to an artist to share your beats or propose a business opportunity. We have had artists like Playboi Carti, Future, Lil Tecca, and Chance the Rapper present in the studio, and the studio's priorities of maintaining a professional environment are above my personal priorities as a producer. I remember bumping into Chance the Rapper after leaving the restroom, and another producer asked me why I did not pitch any beats to him - I'm not trying to hold up another man trying to use the restroom!

We have to treat famous artists like we do with regular people, and not view them as a business opportunity. They are here to work and not feel uncomfortable. If you are working in the studio, the time will eventually come when a famous artist asks you for a beat or you exchange contact info, but don't ever FORCE it. I have been able to get certain rapper's contacts or network with their team members when the vibes were absolutely right or they reached out to me first, but those opportunities would never have happened if I was forcing my hand. Studio protocol is strict in every major studio with high-profile clients. If you are fanboying or fangirling, or are trying to talk to an artist when not allowed, it is likely you will be fired. That's just how the music industry is run; not only is it protocol but it's proper etiquette in a studio environment.