Hosted by Mauricio Ruiz, a music industry executive of 15 years, The Manager's Playbook is your essential podcast for insights into the music industry. Whether you're an artist, aspiring manager, music industry professional, or just passionate about the behind-the-scenes of the music business, this podcast is for you. Mauricio brings you in-depth interviews with top artist managers, entertainment lawyers, and other industry execs. Each episode is packed with valuable tips, real-world experiences, and expert advice to help you navigate the complexities of the music business.
The Manager's Playbook
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Hosted by Mauricio Ruiz, a music industry executive of 15 years, The Manager's Playbook is your essential podcast for insights into the music industry. Whether you're an artist, aspiring manager, music industry professional, or just passionate about the behind-the-scenes of the music business, this podcast is for you. Mauricio brings you in-depth interviews with top artist managers, entertainment lawyers, and other industry execs. Each episode is packed with valuable tips, real-world experiences, and expert advice to help you navigate the complexities of the music business.
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June 21, 2026
The Manager’s Playbook 072: Omar Grant - Rihanna, A&R, Roc Nation, Artist Development, Songwriting, Music Publishing & AI
<p>In this episode of <strong>The Manager’s Playbook</strong>, Mauricio Ruiz sits down with <strong>Omar Grant</strong>, Rihanna’s longtime A&R, former Roc Nation co-president, and founder of Chapter A.R.T. Music Publishing.</p><p>Omar breaks down what real A&R looks like today, why great records feel harder to find, and how Rihanna’s creative instincts continue to raise the bar for the entire music industry. He shares how global writing camps, creative briefs, honest feedback, and deep artist trust all shape the records that actually last.</p><p>This conversation goes beyond hit songs. Omar explains the difference between viral moments and timeless copyrights, why artist development still matters, and how aspiring A&Rs, managers, songwriters, producers, and music executives should think about taste, quality control, and creative leadership.</p><p>We also get into modern music publishing, the future of A&R, and Omar’s new platform <strong>Who’s Your A&R</strong>, built to give artists and creatives the kind of feedback most people never get access to.</p><p>A masterclass in A&R, artist development, songwriting, and building music that stands the test of time.</p><p>Simply put, a conversation like this doesn't come cheap.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re earning publishing income, make sure you’re collecting all of it.KOSIGN, powered by Kobalt, offers direct global publishing collections and real-time royalty transparency in a flexible, artist-friendly format. It’s highly selective, but free to apply here: https://form.typeform.com/to/JNELnGw9?utm_source=xxxxx&typeform-source=bit.ly#fbclid=xxxxx&gclid=xxxxx</p><p><br /></p><p>Want your music everywhere, properly? DistroKid is a straightforward way for independent artists to distribute globally and keep momentum moving. https://distrokid.com/</p><p><br /></p><p>Book a 1:1 Strategy Session with Mauricio Ruiz, host of The Manager's Playbook, with over 16 years of experience for tailored advice for artists and managers. Consultation Fees Apply https://calendly.com/themanagersplaybook</p><p><br /></p><p>Watch the full episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@managersplaybook" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@managersplaybook</a></p><p>New episodes drop Sundays @ 10am ET</p>
June 20, 2026
Inside the Playbook: Lecrae on the Business Behind Reach Records
Host [Host Name] interviews GRAMMY Award-winning artist and CEO Lecrae as he reveals the operational strategies and financial insights behind building Reach Records into a thriving independent music business.
June 19, 2026
Inside the Playbook: Lecrae on How Christian Radio Really Works
Host [Host Name] interviews GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lecrae as he reveals the intricate workings and distinct strategies of Christian radio compared to mainstream markets.
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