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September 15, 2024 45 mins
Boston-born hip-hop artist and entrepreneur, Matt Corman, is celebrated for his hit single "Word to the Wise." He has graced stages alongside notable acts such as Post Malone, Rae Sremmurd, and Trippie Redd. Corman made history as the first alumni to perform at his college homecoming concert, drawing over 3,000 attendees. He has achieved sold-out headline shows across the United States. Recently, Matt finished a cross-country tour as a supporting act for Skizzy Mars, performing in front of 200-300 capacity sold-out crowds across Canada and the United States. He also formed a partnership with E11even Vodka, the official vodka brand of 11miami. Together, they released a song titled "LIVE MORE," dedicated to their brand. Matt headlined at Club 11, delivering a powerhouse performance to a packed house. With a legacy marked by these achievements, Corman's journey includes the founding of MIH Universal. Independently releasing over 100 singles, he has amassed 150 million+ streams and 1 million monthly listeners. Through the MIH brand, he empowers fellow artists, solidifying his iconic status in independent hip-hop Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by DistroKid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Crazy Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires Connect with Abstract: https://www.instagram.com/abstract307/ Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:03 - Exploring Ghost Towns and 99 Restaurants 00:04:26 - Overcoming Struggles in the Music Industry 00:05:50 - Independent Artistry Struggles 00:07:26 - Success in the Music Industry 00:09:03 - Financial Independence through Music 00:10:30 - The Dangerous World of Dirt Bike Racing 00:12:03 - Time is Fragile 00:13:26 - Artistic Inspiration and Performance Skills 00:14:49 - Cold Emailing for Opportunities 00:16:19 - Connection with Logic and Lil Xan's manager 00:17:45 - Taking Risks and Learning from Failure 00:20:38 - The Genius Concept of Polarizing Content in Entertainment 00:22:03 - Pineapple Pizza Controversy 00:23:29 - The Importance of Personality in Music Industry Success 00:24:52 - Building Fans Through Authenticity 00:26:16 - Detaching from External Metrics of Success 00:27:47 - The Beginning of a Collaboration 00:29:16 - Meeting Sammy Adams and a Rap Battle 00:30:43 - Success and Growth in the Music Industry 00:32:17 - Converting Listeners into Fans 00:33:43 - Bridging the Gap through Music Videos 00:35:10 - Adaptability in the Music Industry 00:36:35 - Adapting to the Changing Music Industry Trends 00:37:58 - Consistency in Music Production 00:39:30 - The Role of Luck in Success 00:40:58 - Strategic Song Naming for Viral Success 00:43:46 - The Power of Persistence and Dreams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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