A Nametag Is Necessary : Recent Episodes
Nametag Alexander
Hosted by independent music artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as mostly, music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided.
For merch, visit: https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.comNametag chops it up with Self Says, an Emcee + Beatmaker by way of the Michigan Hip Hop scene. Self Says gives the history of his introduction to the underground Hip Hop scene of the metro Detroit area. The two also discuss challenges for artists posting content on social media, the future of music consumption and more.Twitter: @nametagalxndr x @_selfsays Instagram: @nametagalexander x @selfsays Facebook: Nametag Alexander x Charles VannFollow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
For merch, visit:https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.comSongwriters and Music Recording Artists, submit a song from your new release to Amazon Music. This will allow the opportunity to reach a wider audience, and playlist consideration.Amazon Music for Artists: link referencehttps://www.instagram.com/p/CljMQksrIV8/?igshid=ZDFmNTE4Nzc=Twitter: @nametagalxndrInstagram: @nametagalexanderFacebook: Nametag AlexanderFollow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
For music and merch, visit:https://leadandbelegendary.netNametag covers a curated list of flawless songs. Came up with thirty songs for the most part. More than likely going to do more episodes like this.Twitter: @nametagalxndrInstagram: @nametagalexanderFacebook: Nametag AlexanderFollow Nametag Alexander on music platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp, Youtube, and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
A conversation with Michigan music Producer, “Peace Of Mind”. In this episode, Nametag talks with Peace about: * 3 artists, and 3 producers who’d be on his fantasy record label roster, if he had millions of dollars in the budget * his 3 go to classic albums * What Marvel character does he relate to the most?* When did he begin developing an in depth knowledge of the Marvel universe? * His talent in sneaker customization Follow on IG: @peaceofmind313 More on Nametag Alexander at http://nametagalexander.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Nametag and Kirby "K Phresh" Glover hold a discussion about which album they prefer between Common’s “Like Water For Chocolate” and “BE”. They also discuss who Common could go against in a cliche alert…Verzuz.Instagram: @nametagalexander @kphresh84 @leadandbelegendary Twitter: @nametagalxndr @kphresh @lablmusic--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Nametag chops it up with return guest/future co-host, Kirby "K Phresh" Glover about: the elite class of Emcees from the metro Detroit area, that became prominent in '07/'08 social media being overwhelming knowing early on that podcasting would have a stronghold in mediaSong featured in episode: "Karate Meal" by Nametag Alexander & Illingsworth https://song.link/us/i/1604650323 Instagram: @nametagalexander @kphresh84 @leadandbelegendary Twitter: @nametagalxndr @kphresh @lablmusic--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Let’s go back in time to the year 1982, and see what your favorite song is out of the four mentioned in the episode. LABL merch store 👇🏾 http://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com “Karate Meal” prod. by Illingsworth👇🏾https://song.link/us/i/1604650323 ”Say What?” ft. Blaksmith prod. by Illingsworth https://song.link/us/i/1604647042 Follow Nametag Alexander + Lead And Be Legendary across social media platforms.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Intro voice: Tia Scott (@tia_the_writer) Nametag Alexander on: Twitter: @nametagalxndr Instagram: @nametagalexander Legendary MC, Nas enters the NFT space by allowing users to own streaming royalties from two songs off the King’s Disease series.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Intro voice to pod: @tia_the_writer Link to full podcast intro music below: https://song.link/us/i/1533743667This episode's guest is Guitarist, Composer and Producer, Chris Sholar. Nametag covers a lot of ground in this conversation with topics including: • the backstory to Chris graduating college and touring as Q-Tip’s Guitarist that same year • Catching the attention of Just Blaze and how it connected the dots to writing and producing for a list of the greats • sync placements: how he got into scoring music for tv and film • winning a Grammy for "No Church In The Wild" What changed for you career wise after this, and how it impacted his mindset • the 1-2 year run of being involved with A Tribe Called Quest’s "We Got It From Here..." album followed by Solange’s “A Seat At The Table”Find more on Chris Sholar at chrissholar.com Twitter and Instagram: @chrissholar Twitter: @nametagalxndr Instagram: @nametagalexander--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
LABL Merch and more: https://linktr.ee/leadandbelegendary Intro voice: Tia Scott (@tia_the_writer) Nametag Alexander on: Twitter: @nametagalxndr Instagram: @nametagalexanderReturn guest, James Gardin talks about releasing his first NFT (Non Fungible Token) online, as well as purchasing one. He also presents a solid explanation of NFTs in Layman's terms for indie artists interested in selling/buying, and goes further into discussing Web3, crypto currency in the music industry, and more. Instagram: @jamesgardinmusic Twitter: @jamesgardin_ Website: http://supercleanjames.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
LABL merch and more 👇🏾 https://linktr.ee/leadandbelegendary Intro voice: Tia Scott (@tia_the_writer) Nametag Alexander on: Twitter: @nametagalxndr Instagram: @nametagalexander.Nametag chops it up with Chell, and where’s she’s at with singing|songwriting, the UnCHELLtered brand, and her newly podcasting endeavors. We also find out five important songs to her, and who’d be on her fantasy record label roster. On Twitter & Instagram: @unchelltered--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find more on Nametag Alexander at http://nametagalexander.com Get LABL merch, news, etc. at http://leadandbelegendary.netThis episode's guest is Nelson K. Johnson also known as The Sync Strategist. We discover a list of songs important to Nelson, as well as how he decided to lean into the world of sync licensing as a Composer. He also shares key points for Music Artists interested in creating for sync, and the reason he created his play by play guide for getting your tracks added to music libraries.Instagram: @eightyfiveproductionsllc Facebook: Eighty Five Productions LLC Youtube: Nelson K. Johnson Twitter: @ComposerNelsonJ--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find more on Nametag Alexander at:http://nametagalexander.comLABL Merch and more at:http://leadandbelegendary.netNametag has a conversation with Biba Adams a.k.a Biba The Diva, an important figure to Detroit’s Hip Hop scene and more. They talk about how Biba got her start in music marketing, partnering with Barak Records, artist management, and much more.Twitter & Instagram: @bibathediva Facebook: Biba Adams--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find more on Nametag Alexander at:http://nametagalexander.comNametag Alexander kicks it with fellow Detroit music artists/podcasters, Illingsworth, Rufio Jones, and Sean Uppercut of the Detroit CYDI trio/Eternal Invite podcast.On Instagram:@illingsworth @seanuppercut @detroitcydiEternal Invite:http://twitch.tv/illingsworthLead And Be Legendary merch and more:http://leadandbelegendary.net--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
LABL Merch & more. https://linktr.ee/leadandbelegendaryNametag Alexander chops it up with internationally known Emcee, Fatt Father about healthier lifestyles, balancing Fatherhood with being music artists, and of course they discuss Fatt Father’s latest album release “Soccer Dad” produced by Foul Mouth available now on Bandcamp. Fatt Father - Soccer Dad https://fattfather.bandcamp.com/album/soccer-dad--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Lansing, MI Emcee/Songwriter/Producer, James Gardin shares the backstory on the creation of his album titled “I Probably Wrote This While Crying”. Nametag Alexander - The Limit EP 👇🏾 https://album.link/us/i/1560877344 James Gardin - I Probably Wrote This While Crying 👇🏾 https://album.link/us/i/1547536333 Instagram: @nametagalexander x @jamesgardinmusic Twitter: @nametagalxndr x @jamesgardin_--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Remember the feeling you’d get when you heard an incredible remix? In this episode, the host, Nametag Alexander shares some of his favorite remixes in Hip Hop/R&B spanning from the ‘90s to early ‘00s. Below are links to curated playlists for more of those remixes on Spotify courtesy of Lead And Be Legendary.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find more on Nametag Alexander at http://nametagalexander.com A Nametag Is Necessary merch now available. http://leadandbelegendary.storeenvy.com Producer, JR Swiftz shares backstories on landing placements with the Griselda label, Elzhi, Skyzoo, and Papoose, and also discusses his intent with leaving a musical impact. Twitter: @nametagalxndr IG: @nametagalexander --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Nametag Alexander takes to his Instagram live for a conversation with Brother/Producer, Black Bethoven about the placement on Eminem’s “Discombobulated” track from the “Music To Be Murdered By” Deluxe Edition. They also discuss overcoming creative blocks, monetizing music via sync licensing, music artists exploring the tech space, and more.Discover more at www.nametagalexander.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Order merch, check out the music at: www.nametagalexander.com Meet DJ DDT, Ketch Phraze, and Kirby. They are the reoccurring co hosts for “A Nametag Is Necessary”. Topics covered:Sort of seeing society change through social media What is the best remix? Ketch P’s “Chrishaun” R&B project. Kirby joins us and she and Ketch P discuss their expertise in sneaker culture Kirby owns a wolf that she calls a dog “Wandavision“ and what we expect from the Marvel cinmeatic universeTwitter: @nametagalxndr @djddt @kphresh @ketchp Instagram: @nametagalexander @djddt1 @kphresh84 @ketchp313--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find more music on Nametag and order merch via nametagalexander.comPodcast Intro/Outro music: Nametag Alexander - “Another Other” From our special guest, Passalacqua (Blaksmith & Mister), we find out:If they had the opportunity to run a record label with millions in the budget, what five artists would they partner with, and what three producers they’d have on board What are their three classic go to albums are from any genre, but from each of the following decades 90-99, 2000-10, 2011-2020. Five flawless songs to play for the next five months What their contribution would be to improving the music businessWe also get into their self titled release after a 10 year hiatus, which is available now on all platforms to buy and stream music. https://passalacqua.bandcamp.com/album/passalacqua-lp On Instagram: @theblaksmith @heyitsmister @passalacquamusic @nametagalexander--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Nametag Alexander music and merch available at nametagalexander.comPodcast Intro/Outro music: Nametag Alexander - “Another Other”From our special guest and Detroit MC, D-Rick, we find out:If he had the opportunity to run a record label with millions in the budget, what five artists would he partner with, and what three producers he would have on boardWhat his three classic go to albums are from any genre, but from each of the following decades 90-99, 2000-10, 2011-2020. Five flawless songs to play for the next five months What his contribution would be to improving the music business We also get into the backstory behind some of the songs from his latest album release, “Here & Now” which is available now on all platforms to buy and stream music.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find out from Lyric Jones what: Five artists, and 3 producers would be on her fantasy label roster, if she had millions of dollars in the budget Her 3 go to classic albums Which collective of music artists she feels left, or is leaving a lasting impact on the music business and in the culture Six songs she’d create a playlist with if these were the only songs she could hear for the next six months What she’d contribute to improving the music businessWe also discuss her latest masterpiece of an album titled “Closer Than They Appear” which is available everywhere online to purchase music everywhere. Instagram: @lyricjones @nametagalexander Twitter: @lyricjones @nametagalxndr Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find out from Ty Farris what:Five artists, and 3 producers would be on his fantasy label roster, if he had millions of dollars in the budget His 3 go to classic albums Which collective of music artists he feel left, or is leaving a lasting impact on the music business and in the culture Six songs he'd create a playlist with if these were the only songs he could hear for the next six months What he'd contribute to improving the music businessWe also discuss his latest project “Wired Different“ produced entirely by Bozack Morris, and also what keeps the motor going for Ty to create consistent quality music. Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Twitter and Instagram: @Tia_The_Writer Find out from Tia The Writer what:Five artists, and 3 producers who'd be on her fantasy label roster, if he had millions of dollars in the budget Her 3 go to classic albums from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s era. Which collective of music artists she feel left, or is leaving a lasting impact on the music business and in the culture Six songs she'd create a playlist with if these were the only songs she could hear for the next six months What she'd contribute to improving the music businessArtist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find out from Saint DeAngelus what:Five artists, and 3 producers would be on his fantasy label roster, if he had millions of dollars in the budget His 3 go to classic albums Which collective of music artists he feel left, or is leaving a lasting impact on the music business and in the culture Six songs he'd create a playlist with if these were the only songs he could hear for the next six months What he'd contribute to improving the music businessWe also discuss his audio experience, compilation titled "All Baths Are Ritual" that will be available 12.21.20 directly on his website, http://saintdeangelus.com Check out the first single from #ABAR by Nametag Alexander titled "Outwrk Evrbdy" produced by J.R. Got The Hits, which is also on the Saint DeAngelus website, and coming to all platforms to buy/stream music soon. Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Find out from Mr. Cliffnote what:Five artists, and 3 producers would be on his fantasy label roster, if he had millions of dollars in the budget His 3 go to classic albums Which collective of music artists he feel left, or is leaving a lasting impact on the music business and in the culture Six songs he'd create a playlist with if these were the only songs he could hear for the next six months What he'd contribute to improving the music businessWe also discuss his project "Path Of Notification" Vol.2 and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Featuring guest: Ahk Instagram: @Ahk786_ “A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Emcee/Producer - "Travis Slang" Twitter: @TravisSlang313 Instagram: Travis_Slang“A Nametag Is Necessary is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. Join the e-mail list http://www.nametagalexander.com/p/blog-page.html?m=1 Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
“Songwriter & Publisher Basics” “A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. Join the e-mail list http://www.nametagalexander.com/p/blog-page.html?m=1 Artist Ownership Bundles https://gumroad.com/thecollegeofhiphop FIFA ‘21 Volta Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1JjfvNQND3Lcu8gOd0qcT0--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
"Single Talk" Topic source: https://diymusician.cdbaby.com/releasing-music/what-is-a-single/ “A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. More on Nametag Alexander at: http://nametagalexander.com The College of Hip Hop - Artist Ownership Bundles: https://gumroad.com/a/1068561523--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Podcast theme music produced by Desmond "DJ DDT" Travis "CHIPS Are Necessary" feat. NAMELESS (Music Producer, Graphic Designer) “A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guests as mostly, music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. More on Nametag at www.nametagalexander.comLABL Merch - https://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.com/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Podcast theme music produced by Desmond “DJ DDT” Travis"What's Next?" feat. DJ DDT “A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as mostly, music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. More on Nametag at www.nametagalexander.comOrder LABL merch at www.leadandbelegendary.net--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
“A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more. Article source: https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2020/06/blockchain-powered-initiative-pays-musicians-in-two-hours-instead-of-two-years.html More on Nametag at www.nametagalexander.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message
Intro music produced by Desmond ‘DJ DDT’ Travis“A Nametag Is Necessary” is hosted by independent artist and content creator Nametag Alexander. Join Nametag and oftentimes, guest hosts as music related topics are covered and resources for independent artists, are provided. Subscribe and listen on your preferred podcast platform including but not limited to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anchor and more.More on Nametag at www.nametagalexander.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anametagisnecessary/message