How to Build a Rabid Fan Base Without a Record Label | Rick Barker DSH #958

🎵 Discover how to build a rabid fan base without a record label! 🚀 Rick Barker, former manager of Taylor Swift, spills the secrets on growing your music career independently. 🎤 Tune in now for a game-changing conversation packed with valuable insights on: • Leveraging social media to connect with fans 📱 • Using AI and technology to speed up your success 🤖 • The importance of business acumen in the music industry 💼 • Rick's journey from radio to managing a superstar 🌟 Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode of the Digital Social Hour! Rick shares his experiences working with Taylor Swift, navigating the music industry, and helping independent artists thrive in today's digital landscape. Join the conversation and learn how to: • Create engaging content that resonates with your audience • Build a sustainable music career without relying on labels • Use AI and tech tools to boost your productivity and reach • Develop a business mindset to stand out in the industry Watch now and subscribe for more insider secrets from music industry veterans and successful entrepreneurs. Hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for more game-changing conversations on the Digital Social Hour with Sean Kelly! 🎧🔥 #MusicIndustry #IndependentArtist #FanbaseBuilding #DigitalSocialHour #RickBarker #TaylorSwift #MusicBusiness #SocialMediaMarketing #musicmentorship #networkinginthemusicindustry #empowerartists #howtonetwork #musicmarketing CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:19 - Building a Career 06:58 - Characteristics of a Superstar 09:18 - Preparing for Opportunities 10:55 - Getting on the Podcast 14:11 - Rick's Support for AI 17:05 - Growing a Podcast 19:20 - Rick's Admiration for Gary Vee 21:04 - Downfall of Clubhouse 24:38 - Taylor Swift's First Manager 33:01 - Taylor Swift & Scooter Braun 34:30 - Understanding Record Deals 36:19 - Taking Sides in Music Industry 38:55 - Where to Find Rick 41:28 - Outro APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application BUSINESS INQUIRIES/SPONSORS: jenna@digitalsocialhour.com GUEST: Rick Barker https://www.instagram.com/rickbarkermusic/ https://rickbarker.com/ LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 Sean Kelly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmikekelly/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices