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About Pay The Creators with Abe Batshon
BeatStars Presents: Pay The Creators Podcast Hosted By Abe Batshon At BeatStars, we have been able to give creators from across the globe the ability to make music their full-time career. Now, we're bringing you the Pay The Creators Podcast so we can share those incredible stories with you. We'll talk to producers, artists, and industry leaders who are shaking things up in the industry to learn how they got here, how they make a living from their music, and how they're changing the music industry for the better.
- Publisher
- BeatStars
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- music
- Language
- en
- Explicit
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- First episode
- 11 Jan 2023
- Latest episode
- 19 Jan 2026
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19 Jan 2026
How BeatStars's Creator Rights Agency Helped BigBadBeats Collect Almost $500k
Join the BeatStars community of over 10 million creatives: https://www.beatstars.com/?utm_medium=organic-social&utm_source=all-audiences&utm_campaign=you%20must%20enter%20campaign%20bucket%20and%20internal%20campaign%20name%20to%20populate&utm_content=beatstars-social-engagement-4labs&utm_term=utm_content%3Dall-audiences&fbclid=PAQ0xDSwPUskdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAac3EYlOKH8CXGG9liSHh1cekZ0YxanRpXsAKUjr-mvQE59c1k8hVpkskIfX-Q_aem_RyaRCUR5n86KnuQEhaZ9-A (https://www.beatstars.com/?utm_medium=organic-social&utm_source=all-audiences&utm_campaign=you%20must%20enter%20campaign%20bucket%20and%20internal%20campaign%20name%20to%20populate&utm_content=beatstars-social-engagement-4labs&utm_term=utm_content%3Dall-audiences&fbclid=PAQ0xDSwPUskdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAac3EYlOKH8CXGG9liSHh1cekZ0YxanRpXsAKUjr-mvQE59c1k8hVpkskIfX-Q_aem_RyaRCUR5n86KnuQEhaZ9-A) | https://www.beatstars.com/publishing?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=organic-social&u[…]-20251219&utm_term=all-audiences&utm_content=social-pub-link (https://www.beatstars.com/publishing?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=engagement-publishing-socials&utm_id=publishing-socials-20251219&utm_term=all-audiences&utm_content=social-pub-link) | https://www.beatstars.com/creator-rights-agency What happens when your beat goes global but the money doesn't follow? In this episode of Pay the Creators, we go behind the scenes of one of the most significant legal victories for independent producers. Tuomo and Tommi of BigBadBeats reveal how their viral hit "Tauba Tauba" turned into a complex legal challenge. And how BeatStars and the Creator Rights Agency (CRA) stepped in to secure almost $500,000 in missing royalties. This isn't just a success story; it’s a masterclass in why creator rights matter. FOLLOW BIGBADBEATS ON SOCIAL: BigBadBeats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbadbeats/ (https://www.instagram.com/bigbadbeats/) BigBadBeats's BeatStars Page: https://www.beatstars.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWMyWlhhZ0lEdEFrY2FnRnZNRHc1VVZfM2dkZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuUXo2T1BwcEpTMWhIYi1BR3dZeHk4UDh5cVFfdHBidE5jVEU1eDlSVEo5SUh1N2FSX1NKNnRnY3JYUkZ3UmNTNWczeTdaTTdFalNHbkRwdE1MLUw0VTZhczE3SG5XZHdILTRkWGNFS0dZekNRLUFpTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beatstars.com%2Fabebatshon&v=MIGNoOkLWsk)bigbadbeats FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUpCeFNIUS1UaHpjcmdIdXQyUWttR3Bjd3Vnd3xBQ3Jtc0tuUGNrSDFFUmFDVTBVcl9DNlZUek1OMGp1NGlpVlZHbVczYmJOa0hPTUZoLXdETS1hUjZtb0tnSWFWRkxwTXo3VFVpMjZtUG9MR05EaWhXMGRrN1c3WUVXZ3VYUTVxWDRuNmJDaWZiNEEzNGd4WEJyOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fabebatshon%2F&v=MIGNoOkLWsk) Abe's BeatStars Page: https://www.beatstars.com/abebatshon (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWMyWlhhZ0lEdEFrY2FnRnZNRHc1VVZfM2dkZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuUXo2T1BwcEpTMWhIYi1BR3dZeHk4UDh5cVFfdHBidE5jVEU1eDlSVEo5SUh1N2FSX1NKNnRnY3JYUkZ3UmNTNWczeTdaTTdFalNHbkRwdE1MLUw0VTZhczE3SG5XZHdILTRkWGNFS0dZekNRLUFpTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beatstars.com%2Fabebatshon&v=MIGNoOkLWsk) FOLLOW BEATSTARS: https://www.instagram.com/beatstars/ (https://www.instagram.com/beatstars/) https://www.instagram.com/beatstarspublishing/ (https://www.instagram.com/beatstarspublishing/) https://www.instagram.com/paythecreators/ (https://www.instagram.com/paythecreators/) https://www.instagram.com/beatstarsacademy/ (https://www.instagram.com/beatstarsacademy/) Join the BeatStars community of over 10 million creatives: https://www.beatstars.com Make sure you’re getting paid what you’re owed. Setup takes just minutes, and BeatStars supports you at every step: Publishing: https://www.beatstars.com/publishing Creator Rights Agency: https://www.beatstars.com/cra

16 Dec 2025
How to Dakota Parker Built a Six-Figure Beat Business With BeatStars | Pay The Creators
Join the BeatStars community of over 10 million creatives: https://www.beatstars.com | https://www.beatstars.com/publishing | https://www.beatstars.com/creator-rights-agency (https://www.beatstars.com/creator-rights-agency) Get Dakota Parker Beats: https://bit.ly/4aj6ODR (https://bit.ly/4aj6ODR) In this episode of Pay the Creators, Dakota breaks down his unconventional rise as a true “BeatStars young gunner.” He shares how stepping away from the social media grind allowed him to focus on what matters most: creating, optimizing, and scaling his catalog. Dakota’s turning point came when BeatStars Publishing and the Creator Rights Agency helped him recover more than $48,000 in sound recording royalties from a ripped beat that surpassed 100M+ streams. Instead of cashing out, he reinvested every dollar back into BeatStars Promote—transforming his annual earnings from $5K–$10K into a six-figure business. If you’re looking for a blueprint to build a sustainable producer career without relying on clout, algorithms, or virality—this episode is for you. FOLLOW DAKOTA ON SOCIAL: Dakota Instagram: (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0ZMbnFoZVJyQktWUmRjaE43UUZBLXZibnRlUXxBQ3Jtc0tuMzFSZVlHZ05Jd0Z2OWJweE53TDdBWi1xTUxNSkFYQWw0cXIxWWtRTXZWYWR0ZVNWcGxjLXE0RlVicXFjNlFYVWZzN09zbmszOTA4TW5wdzdTSHFyWGx1aXhOWHV3aER0NFdSbzRNeWhibk5EdU9iOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F4f4rsHI&v=Eh-BUWJPHxg)https://bit.ly/4rYWs2h (https://bit.ly/4rYWs2h) FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkJtTDRyMGFTU1M0QmxUb3NGdjd5VW14SnNNZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsc2tPdGJYWDRHMWROc0R3eEQ4YkVxWlJxNkJ2dkZJSEFBZjRaQVJtT25sckhFMk5ZLUlGSUJYQTA4dDdJSWlXTU1jQVNzUnc3cGxBWnljQ042T0IzUlZDNDZRYjhWNElOa2IxdlNfajEwcC1FUjBhWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3GQBTPT&v=Eh-BUWJPHxg) Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUZMNGc0MFcwN2tVNU9ZSXl4WE1nN0ZtUHhmZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuWE1ILTd6bGkwamhrNmVHNnNiV2FfVV9SRkRpOF84cUdpYUl5TE5wQUxYRjYzVEE0WFdEWlRqQy1pd2RfUXNwQjE2S2RaTTQ2b28zVDlDQXBVVEpjUGgxaExqVExYRUNVUmZWZU94OUtsTnQzZ2hrVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3QreEPG&v=Eh-BUWJPHxg) UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnJvcXdQSlBLLUJnM1RXaFhRajdsSU8zNnR2d3xBQ3Jtc0traDE2enNvNEc1SnZLOGI4Wlpwc2laOGVESk05MUZsa29CNm14aERjakNoYWdRcTBnbEQ2bmlDcEMxcTU5bUtjMDk0T2J6NU5ZTDNQNVRiSGNyZ3R0bzB3TVp5TUh1QWdlZHZPdmJLOThzQXNBT3JZbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3Wd1Z4l&v=Eh-BUWJPHxg) BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUQ1QlZPWW4wTkV2UzlLMjQ3MHZ2NFdZTVllZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttemtVT1plMlptR1h0ZFdUSGVOWXZQbFJSTm5OaGVDOWIzZWpsRDk2TkJzSFFlZ3d0RlBlRFZ6X3NROVd2T2tfZUExelprN2ZOZmUwRlg3TnVkSU4teklxZDlJWDQ2QUFoWFJEVFo0NDR1bGNYSzdFYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3CBCeDI&v=Eh-BUWJPHxg)

11 Sept 2024
Creating History: YoungKio Talks Old Town Road’s Platinum Success | Pay the Creators S2 E6
In this episode of Pay the Creators, Abe sits down with YoungKio, the producer behind Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road,’ one of the most streamed songs in history! YoungKio reflects on his early online success, and how his beats took off thanks to a viral meme that launched the track to global fame, forever changing the music industry. YoungKio opens up about navigating sudden fame, protecting his ownership and work, and offers advice to aspiring producers on mastering their craft and staying grounded. Tune in to hear how he shaped a generation of producers! GET YOUNGKIO BEATS: https://bit.ly/4goqdnd FOLLOW YOUNGKIO ON SOCIAL: YoungKio’s YouTube: https://bit.ly/4d23nPi YoungKio’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3MFhSOj FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI

17 Jul 2024
How BeatStars Helped PilotKid Conquer the Music Industry | Pay the Creators S2 E5
In this episode, our CEO Abe Batshon sits down with the unstoppable PilotKid to dive into his incredible journey from a small town in California to the vibrant music scene of LA. PilotKid opens up about his musical roots, key influences, and the game-changing impact BeatStars and the online community had on his rise. From working with Russ to staying motivated and grounded, he shares invaluable insights and stories from his career. Tune in to discover how PilotKid raises the bar and navigates the music industry. Don't miss this episode of Pay the Creators! FOLLOW PILOTKID ON SOCIAL: PilotKid’s YouTube: https://bit.ly/3zOhFFG PilotKid’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f4rsHI Marketplace: https://bit.ly/3zMX0Sk FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI

12 Jun 2024
The Type Beat Revolution: CashMoneyAP | Pay the Creators S2 E4
CashMoneyAP takes us from his days of free beats to industry fame, spilling the secrets of his hustle. He talks about grinding through the challenges, the power of networking, and balancing fatherhood with the beat-making life. With insights on mastering contracts and keeping creative freedom, this chat is a goldmine for every producer looking to make waves in the music game! GET CASHMONEYAP BEATS https://bit.ly/3RpckKy FOLLOW CASHMONEYAP ONLINE CashMoneyAP’s YouTube: https://bit.ly/3xoIpeN CashMoneyAP’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Rlgfbq Personal Website: https://bit.ly/4b1EL8D FOLLOW BEATSTARS CEO ABE BATSHON ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI

2 May 2024
GC Beats Talks Producer Life, Crafting Hits and Making Moves on BeatStars | S2 E3
Get ready to vibe with GC Beats as we delve into their journey of beat making success. In this exclusive sit-down, we explore childhood inspirations, career pivots, and strategies for dominating the music game. From building a diverse catalog to navigating the business side of beats, GC Beats shares insights to empower fellow creators. Tune in and level up your music hustle with GC Beats on Pay the Creators! FOLLOW GC BEATS ON SOCIAL: GC Beats’ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3xZq3kI (https://bit.ly/3xZq3kI) GC Beats’ Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xQ9Yxu (https://bit.ly/3xQ9Yxu) Marketplace: https://bit.ly/4dfYhk1 (https://bit.ly/4dfYhk1) Personal Website: bit.ly/3xQ9qYs (http://bit.ly/3xQ9qYs) FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT) Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://bit.ly/3QreEPG) FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w (https://bit.ly/3GSC39w) Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk (https://bit.ly/3imkPbk) UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l) BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI)

10 Apr 2024
Yahor from Anywaywell Talks Beats, Collabs, BeatStars Success, & MORE! | EP2
We’re taking you to the heart of Amsterdam to sit down with rapper-turned-producer Yahor from Anywaywell. A prominent creative on BeatStars, Yahor’s journey from aspiring rapper to top-selling music producer embodies the determination, artistry, and collaboration needed to make it in this industry. Don’t miss out on him chopping it up with BeatStars CEO Abe Batshon on music production, industry challenges, and the future of beat making! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Yahor's beginnings in music production 5:49 Collaborating with producers and brand growth 13:41 Music background and references 20:15 Life challenges and resilience 28:13 Marketing strategies 33:05 Selling beats and BeatStars Publishing 38:05 On creativity 42:51 The importance of mixing and mastering 49:45 The future of the music industry

7 Feb 2024
Voices of Struggle and Strength: Eddy Mack's Journey in Music and Advocacy for Palestine | Season 2, EP.1
Join us on a profound journey with Eddy Mack, a dynamic artist at the forefront of musical innovation and social advocacy. In 'Voices of Struggle and Strength,' we dive into Mack's compelling narrative, exploring his evolution from a passionate musician to a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights. This podcast peels back the layers of his artistic journey, revealing the struggles and triumphs that have shaped his career and his unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause. Through candid conversations, we uncover the resilience behind his melodies and the power of music as a tool for change and solidarity. Tune in for an inspiring exploration of how Eddy Mack uses his talents to amplify voices and fight for justice. Follow Eddy Mack: https://www.instagram.com/itseddymack (https://www.instagram.com/itseddymack) https://www.tiktok.com/@itseddymack (https://www.tiktok.com/@itseddymack) https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pUYTIiZfBObbYJh2ioYy8?si=Tu8GrYCcRoSefnd6yXuTrA (https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pUYTIiZfBObbYJh2ioYy8?si=Tu8GrYCcRoSefnd6yXuTrA) Stay up to date with the PTC podcast at http://www.paythecreators.com (http://www.paythecreators.com)

19 Apr 2023
Swisher Beats Talks Going Viral On BeatStars, Playing Instruments As A Kid, & More | EP8
On this week's episode, BeatStars Founder & CEO Abe Batshon is joined by Swisher Beats for the Season 1 finale of the Pay The Creators Podcast! Swisher is a top-performing BeatStars Marketplace & BeatStars Publishing producer from Austin, Texas. The two friends explore Swisher's journey as a producer, detailing his upbringing, music lessons, collaborators, placements, strategies, and much more! Tune in for some major gems that can help any up-and-coming producer, and stay for an electrifying freestyle that ultimately became the Pay The Creators theme song! FOLLOW SWISHER BEATS: Swisher’s Twitter: https://bit.ly/41FPAZN (https://bit.ly/41FPAZN) Swisher’s IG: https://bit.ly/3UKduRk (https://bit.ly/3UKduRk) Personal Website: https://bit.ly/41xiICe (https://bit.ly/41xiICe) FOLLOW US: PTC IG: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w (https://bit.ly/3GSC39w) PTC Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk (https://bit.ly/3imkPbk) JOIN BEATSTARS: BeatStars Website - https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l) BeatStars IG - https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI) FOLLOW ABE: Abe's IG - https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT) Abe's BS - https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://bit.ly/3QreEPG) #PayTheCreators #SwisherBeats #BeatStars

5 Apr 2023
Entertainment Attorney Karl Fowlkes Talks Music Business, Working With Blxst, & More | EP7
On this week's episode of the Pay The Creators Podcast, BeatStars Founder & CEO Abe Batshon is joined by Karl Fowlkes, an internationally recognized entertainment attorney who was recently named one of Billboard's "Top Music Lawyers of 2023". Karl wears many hats in the music industry as an entrepreneur, agent, teacher, & advocate for independent musicians worldwide. Coming from New Jersey, Karl went to law school & moved to New York, bouncing around various jobs, including Bloomberg, before finding his footing in entertainment law. Abe & Karl discuss the pain points in the music industry, their respective business & marketing tactics that help them succeed, working with Blxst, & much more. FOLLOW KARL FOWLKES: Karl’s Twitter: https://bit.ly/3m3VJ2L (https://bit.ly/3m3VJ2L) Karl’s IG: https://bit.ly/3ZGs8dh (https://bit.ly/3ZGs8dh) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3KulySW (http://bit.ly/3KulySW) FOLLOW US: PTC IG: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w (https://bit.ly/3GSC39w) PTC Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk (https://bit.ly/3imkPbk) JOIN BEATSTARS: BeatStars Website - https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l) BeatStars IG - https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI) FOLLOW ABE: Abe's IG - https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT) Abe's BS - https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://bit.ly/3QreEPG) #PayTheCreators #KarlFowlkes #BeatStars

22 Mar 2023
Chuki Beats, Accent Beats, Freek Van Workum, & Sekko Talk Beat Sales & Studio Etiquette | EP6
In Episode 6 of the Pay The Creators Podcast, BeatStars Founder & CEO Abe Batshon travels to the Amsterdam Dance Event & sits down with Belgium producer Chuki Beats, as well as Netherlands producers Accent Beats, Freek Van Workum, & Sekko. The guys talk about their respective journeys in the music industry; discussing how they got into music, how the internet has changed their careers, producer stereotypes, & much more. Learn about how each of our guests have made a worldwide impact through music, how they’ve leveraged platforms like BeatStars & YouTube to create their own independent businesses, & what they think is next for the music industry. FOLLOW CHUKI BEATS: Chuki Beats’ YT: https://bit.ly/42txDhY (https://bit.ly/42txDhY) Chuki Beats’ IG: https://bit.ly/3lm3Ebr (https://bit.ly/3lm3Ebr) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3lsNE7n (http://bit.ly/3lsNE7n) FOLLOW ACCENT BEATS: Accent Beats’ YT: http://bit.ly/400J4fF (http://bit.ly/400J4fF) Accent Beats’ IG: https://bit.ly/3FCviYr (https://bit.ly/3FCviYr) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3Z13m7s (http://bit.ly/3Z13m7s) FOLLOW FREEK VAN WORKUM: Freek Van Workum’s YT: http://bit.ly/3FEZWjP (http://bit.ly/3FEZWjP) Freek Van Workum’s IG: https://bit.ly/3Z6d3kW (https://bit.ly/3Z6d3kW) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/42s79NT (http://bit.ly/42s79NT) FOLLOW SEKKO: Sekko’s YT: http://bit.ly/3Z3TKJd (http://bit.ly/3Z3TKJd) Sekko’s IG: https://bit.ly/3FBNOjA (https://bit.ly/3FBNOjA) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3lrjLEm (http://bit.ly/3lrjLEm) FOLLOW US: PTC IG - https://bit.ly/3GSC39w (https://bit.ly/3GSC39w) PTC Website - https://bit.ly/3imkPbk (https://bit.ly/3imkPbk) JOIN BEATSTARS: BeatStars Website - https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l) BeatStars IG - https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI) FOLLOW ABE: Abe's IG - https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT) Abe's BS - https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://bit.ly/3QreEPG) #PayTheCreators #BeatStars #ChukiBeats #AccentBeats #FreekVanWorkum #Sekko

8 Mar 2023
Anees Talks Highs & Lows of Being an Indie Artist, His Co-Sign w/ Justin Bieber, & MORE! | EP5
In Episode 5 of the Pay The Creators Podcast, BeatStars Founder & CEO Abe Batshon talks to DMV artist Anees about juggling the ups and downs of being an independent artist in today's music industry. From spreading a positive message & touching on all aspects of life through his music, engaging with his community, and leveraging strategies on TikTok & other social platforms to grow his audience, Anees explores every angle of what it takes to run a business independently as an emerging artist. Learn more about the beginning stages of his career, getting a co-sign from Justin Bieber, and what it’s been like to embark on a sold out tour in this week's episode. FOLLOW ANEES: ANEES’ YT - https://bit.ly/3YxybAA (https://bit.ly/3YxybAA) ANEES’ IG - https://bit.ly/3SSdk9K (https://bit.ly/3SSdk9K) Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3ZINsPT (http://bit.ly/3ZINsPT) FOLLOW US: PTC IG - https://bit.ly/3GSC39w (https://bit.ly/3GSC39w) PTC Website - https://bit.ly/3imkPbk (https://bit.ly/3imkPbk) JOIN BEATSTARS: BeatStars Website - https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l (https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l) BeatStars IG - https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI (https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI) FOLLOW ABE: Abe's IG - https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT (https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT) Abe's BS - https://bit.ly/3QreEPG (https://bit.ly/3QreEPG) #PayTheCreators #Anees #BeatStars

22 Feb 2023
Tantu Beats Talks Changing His Life Through BeatStars, Global Impact, & Manifesting Success | EP4
In this episode, BeatStars CEO and Founder Abe talks to Netherlands producer Tantu Beats about best practices for starting as a music creator and how his early decisions led to his long-term success as a music entrepreneur. From the importance of promoting yourself to finding the middle ground between "the process that fulfills you the most" and the commercial world, Tantu Beats takes you down a journey fueled by the positive energy that allowed him to work with a roster of global artists from Cosculluela in Puerto Rico to Higher Brothers in China. FOLLOW TANTU BEATS ON SOCIAL: TANTU’s YT - https://bit.ly/3Z70mHg TANTU’s IG - https://bit.ly/3IAzw4C MARKETPLACE: http://bit.ly/41cFEHu PERSONAL WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3xA0PWm FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI #PayTheCreators #TantuBeats #BeatStars

8 Feb 2023
Pop Smoke & Meek Mill Producer Othello Beats Talks Placements, Moving to LA, & His Creative Process | EP3
In the third episode of Pay The Creators, BeatStars CEO Abe Batshon chops it up with West Philly-native Othello Beats. On a music tip, he talks about being the first producer to get Pop Smoke on a non-Drill beat, landing a viral freestyle with his hometown hero Meek Mill, and how moving to L.A. took his career to the next stage. On a personal level, the son of Liberian immigrants discusses spirituality in the creation process and the disservice of blocking one’s blessings - ultimately letting us know it’s cool to be different, which, in his experience, placed him ahead of the game. Learn a thing or two about how humility and gratitude, combined with talent and persistence, makes for one of BeatStars’ most successful and sought out producers. FOLLOW OTHELLO BEATS ON SOCIAL: Othello’s YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Y8DnLL Othello’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3I1i8Wl Marketplace: http://bit.ly/3HxXDzg Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3jAPFxj FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI #PayTheCreators #OthelloBeats #BeatStars

25 Jan 2023
Multi-Platinum Producer Duo, Beat Demons talk Ego Death, Monetized Music & Making Beats On PS1 | EP2
In this episode, Abe talks to Austin, Texas-based producer duo BeatDemons, about how they went from humble beginnings to becoming top music producers. They touch on everything from work ethic, inspiration, and motivations, working together as a duo, controversies, and placements with artists such as 6ix9ine and Bad Bunny. FOLLOW BEAT DEMONS ON SOCIAL: BeatDemons YT: http://bit.ly/3Xn7jDn BeatDemons IG: https://bit.ly/3kpoDcu Marketplace: http://bit.ly/3wwtNGt Personal Website: http://bit.ly/3IXNhec FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI #PayTheCreators #BeatDemons #BeatStars

11 Jan 2023
Dillygotitbumpin on His Road to Success, Data Behind Production & Trends | Pay The Creators EP1
Pay The Creators with Abe Batshon is here! 🎉 The series features interviews with music entrepreneurs who let you in on the truths and tactics that got them to their creative promised lands. In our debut episode, Abe chats with BeatStars producer Dillygotitbumpin (Rick Ross, Russ), who relies on a data-driven approach to selling his beats. The former programmer's expertise in numbers and trends allows him to predict the type of beats that will pop off. The conversation also dives into Dilly's workflow, how he runs two successful YouTube channels, and the entrepreneurial mindset that led to his success. FOLLOW DILLYGOTITBUMPIN ON SOCIAL: Dilly's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3vNBqrF DillyGotItBumpin YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WZng2m Dilly's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QsINOD Marketplace: https://bit.ly/3Gt6FNB Dilly's Website: https://bit.ly/3k4wrQD FOLLOW ABE BATSHON (CEO OF BEATSTARS) ON SOCIAL: Abe's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GQBTPT Abe's BeatStars Page: https://bit.ly/3QreEPG FOLLOW US: Pay The Creators Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GSC39w Pay The Creators Website: https://bit.ly/3imkPbk UPLOAD YOUR BEATS TODAY: BeatStars Website: https://bit.ly/3Wd1Z4l BeatStars Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CBCeDI #DillyGotItBumpin #BeatStars #PayTheCreators
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