Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Record deals, red flags, and serious second thoughts.

👉 Watch the Full Story: youtube.com/watch?v=3rvSla-m3sI&list=PLbmzZda6sya4EjBqmcA-tCb4dXrRgwzur&index=9

The music industry in the ‘90s was a gatekeeper's game—publishers and A&R reps held all the power. So when a mysterious guy suddenly offered a recording opportunity, I couldn’t help but wonder if it was legit or just another hustle. I wasn’t about to hand over my best ideas to a stranger I’d never even met.
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➡️ How I Nearly Killed My Music Career (And Accidentally Made a Hit): youtube.com/watch?v=3rvSla-m3sI&list=PLbmzZda6sya4EjBqmcA-tCb4dXrRgwzur&index=9

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