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DJ Akademiks shared insights on the challenges facing new artists in the music industry, explaining how established figures like Drake and Kendrick Lamar are dominating the charts without the need for significant marketing spends. Akademiks highlighted the shifting music landscape, where record labels profit from older projects while hesitating to promote new talent due to the substantial financial investment required.
The conversation also touched upon Playboi Carti's decision to distance his album from any potential controversy surrounding Kanye West's antisemitic remarks. According to Akademiks, Carti intentionally postponed his album release amid Kanye's controversies to avoid negative associations that might overshadow his music. Carti's strategy reflects a broader trend where artists seek to carve out untainted spaces to reach mainstream success without external distractions. The discussion delved into the strategic maneuvers by artists and labels alike, demonstrating how the current industry dynamics shape both the commercial success and artistic decisions of musicians today.
