Blueprint to Success in the Music Industry form Millwalkee music producing legend Godxilla with special guest Chill

The music industry is a maze, and we've got a seasoned guide on the show for you today! From coast to coast, this super producer and beat battle champion has worked with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment. Godxilla has over 30 years of music production under his belt. He holds degrees in music tech, entertainment media, and entertainment business. Recording, mixing, and mastering come second nature to this producer. Godxilla is the owner of "The Mountaintop A.V." The Mountaintop is a full-service recording and

 video studio is set in the North Shore area of the City of Milwaukee. The studio is a one-stop shop for many of the area's recording artists. Godxilla worked in L.A. for a couple of years and, as a result, still regularly mixes and works on projects from all over the country. His notable credits include KRS-One, Mad Lion, Afroman, Too $hort, Kobe Bryant, Nipsey Hussle, Kurupt, Krooked I, Organized Noise, X-Clan, O.G. Big Mike, Baby Drew and Coo Coo Cal. He offers us a rare glimpse into the world of music production, sharing his journey and the lessons he has learned along this nugget of wisdom as a reminder that consistency is critical, treating music like a job you show up to daily.

The conversation doesn't stop at music creation. We also roam the fields of business in the music industry. Godxilla underscores the importance of understanding the ins and outs of the business side of music, including attending industry seminars. The need for honesty and openness between artists and producers was also mentioned during our chat. We touch on personal music preferences, industry dynamics, and how labels approach signing artists.

We dig into the concepts in the music industry, a crucial strategy for every artist. Our guest points out the importance of planning, using influence strategically, and the role of mentors. We also discuss the works of Wendy Day, a titan in the music industry, who advises that artists should aim for a significant contract within three years. Wrapping up our chat, our guest reflected on how his follow-through has contributed to his success and offered final advice to all aspiring musicians. Tune in for an enlightening journey through the music industry like no other.

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