Rapper Makes $70k With Spotify Bots, Music Industry Exposed | No Labels Necessary #46 ft Chad Focus
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Headlines read "Rapper ‘Chad Focus’ sentenced to prison for stealing $4M to boost career"...After returning home, Chad sat down with us to share his side of the story, makes claims that the music industry is a conspiracy and speaks on hacks he used to make money in music that some have come out to dispute as false.
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Topics Covered
00:56 Chad Focus Sentenced 2 Years For Wire Fraud and Conspiracy
02:50 Behind the Scenes with Chad Focus
08:13 Exposing The Industry With His Marketing Budget as Indie Artist
14:28 Getting Real Streams With Mediabase Dj's
22:18 Stream Bots Are Only For Major Artists
25:23 Exposing Spotify's Algorithmn With Bots To Gain 60K a month
28:11 What Bots Are Truly Meant For
32:06 Being Controlled by The Music Industry
33:37 TicketMaster Finessing Fans
39:14 How I Copied Ticketmasters Business Model
45:18 Learning The Music Industry System
50:17 Why Aren't You using Bots
55:53 Chad Focus Reveals The Truth Spending $4.1M on Company Card
1:04:36 Reacting to Kanye West Antisemitics Comments
1:08:40 Shadow banning is Real
1:13:11 Chad's Exposure on ViceTv
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Def need more convos like this. Moral of the story, do you wanna be paid or do you wanna be known
You should know that from the jump bruh. Cmon now
facts
Aye blacktrac.. u hit a nerve with what u said: i struggled with that, do i wanna b known or do u wanna paid? I really neva cared about being known but the thought of ppl knowning me for making beats i really wanted but now its more or so getting paid for it and seeing artist thrive off of it and ppl not knowing me but appreicate the music is a bigger blessing 💯😎
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Money over Fame
Blueprint 25:30. Genius: 23:35 Marketing 27:04 Ticket Master : 35:30
Thank you for this
u a mvp wtf
Yesir
@@ChadFocus Sheesh After hearing this... I think my now Broke Jobless Muslim ass doing this shit has finally realized what I've been asking my self for a very long time before I started... and That's the Fact that I don't know Shit and I'm losing my mind sacrificing everything for this Music Thing
@@Ncognitomusic you can do this bro. lost mine but I got back up swinging.
you passionate about anything else besides music? use that to your advantage to figure out your niche and find more community. thats a good way to get your first fans, hope this helps. 💯
He really broke it all the way down, thank you for showing us the realities
Ayeee shout out game you a legend 🫡
if you're here.. i'm here
Lol
🔥🔥🔥
I appreciate the truths he was spittin'.....
1 Own your artwork
2 Build a team
3 Think as a brand/label
@Popcorn Gang 😊 sometimes it takes u to hear it 1,000x to understand what exactly what u suppose to be doing; and how to do it.....I feel u though; it can get boring😂😂
We going keep grinding
With the rapid advancement of AI, music stores are building ever more refined and powerful algorithms to identify artificial streams.
The only way to counter this trend in the future is to have equally sophisticated software, and bypass the many event trackers and spyware that come with these store apps that detect human or artificial behavior.
If you aren't an insider, it can be nearly impossible to find a developer with this specific niche and skillset. Even if they have the skills, they may not have the moral disposition to create such a tool. I know because I been in this game for years. That's why years ago I set about to learn programming myself.
A program of this nature is pretty much the highest intellectual pursuit in the programming world (next to something like a 3D graphics engine). It's extremely rare and valuable, and you won't find such a thing easily in the myriad of cookie cutter bots out there. Anyone interested in finding out more can hit me up on TG @Drygord
@@drygordspellweaver8761 as they get better we get better. ARMS race!
@ChadFocus Hell yeah brother. I’m deep into it these days - hook injection, IMEI spoofing, root detection bypass. At a certain point it’s not even about the money anymore it’s just the love of the game, just like you said. Appreciate you keeping it real.
why is spotify stock going up? its is about to look like soundcloud. they are gonna have to make a genre of rappers called spotify rappers.
No You’re looking at it the wrong way. As long as there’s a need for music, Spotify and other streaming services with be here. Don’t let the smoke and mirrors fool you. It would take an epic crash to kill streaming services.
They already do. They do Spotify releases. This is crazy
This only works if you get a deal on the service and the amount you make back in streams is more than what you spent on the bots! Def an interesting take but id love to know how much an indie artist needs in order to begin to see movement
Minimum 20.k
I don't believe a word he's saying....
The music business is fragmented today...
There are no emerging artists or hip trends that draw people and money in...
I got my music business education from a former Warner exec, and he said the same thing. It made me feel some type of way because I spent the last 10 years building organically, but thank you for being real about it. It's true everyone. It's just business. Pay to play.
It doesn't work like that this nigga is lying to your face
So there is absolutely nothing wrong in using Playlisting firms that use bots to gain followers/ grow fanbase, and turn a profit? I’ve always been told bots are bad and organically is better. I play in a rock band so not sure if it’s better to use bots ( so long as it’s not an outrageous price)
@@bassplayer807 It works depending on how you do it. I don't recommend using bots as your plays, likes, and engagement. I recommend using social media's bots to bring you the RIGHT traffic, meaning social media will show your posts to people you target, and you want those people to be people that will actually like your stuff and support you. The labels pay people to run up their numbers on top of fake streams and numbers but for an independent artist, that will hurt you more than help you like you said.
@@ChaosNetwork u mean hurt your socials if u do organic
If you want to make a quick dollar sure use bots if your are a real artists there are diffrnt ways to go about that and it comes down to content and having good music . You don’t need to be buying or pushing 1 million streams you can be a small artists and make 6 figures . Besides he ain’t making $80k a month it’s a scam he sells a course for $500 nobody who makes that kind of money is selling you the course unless you are out here scamming epooe that’s what this is
This might be the best episode so far
@Popcorn Gang that would be pretty redundant being that he pointed out mistakes he made and how he learned from them for everyone to see, plus do I have the same job or work for a company like that? You actually da real clown 😂🤡
Facts bruh
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I agree. So much game
So whats the secret how de we get bots and make em listen to our music?
This was amazing! I’ve been in music for more than 20yrs and this was the biggest “Oz behind the curtain exposure” I’ve ever seen..
Love this comment! I been learning so much from his channel. There’s so much info to read and on the internet that there is really no excuses. It’s really who is willing to educate themselves and do the work and who isn’t….plus some luck and some favor from the divine
Appreciate all of the gems, the game, the education, the transparency✔️ this is now my favorite episode of y’all’s. Thank you again for sharing your wisdom and expertise, y’all are really making an impact.
That title got me. This was a great interview. Glad he’s getting a chance to tell his story. We are so quick to judge people based on how they and not with what they know. Keep it up Brandman.
This type of video is everything. Thank you for sharing this and revealing to the world the injustice this man has overcame and the genius + hard work he puts in
Man this interview is so good ! Shout out to chad for keeping it 💯
Just came across you guys! Phenomenal interview. Super dope guest! 🔥✊🏾💯
This has been the most thorough and sobering segment that I have seen yet. Chad gave clarity like no one I've ever listened to. Can't thank you enough for making this interview possible. This one will become required watching for everyone within our camp starting TODAY. 🙏🏾
👊🏾🖤✊🏾
1 million % crystal clear information 2nd to none!
Much love family
This shii only works if u get a deal or sell your soul to a rich person I ran one of the biggest agencies and I have been known worldwide these dudes be so cap lmao this shii deeper then that
This whole convo is fire! Glad I found y'all!
Great Interview With Someone Who Knows Music Marketing , Promotions , Streaming & Sales And What Goes On Past The Curtains ! Valuable Info ! Thank You For Sharing ! ‼️ 🤔
I absolutely loved this interview!! One of your most informational and helpful (and that’s saying a lot considering how much work you guys put into it!)🤗
this a definitely a classic. One of the best interviews with information I've seen. So much value
Much love fam
My goodness. Wow! What an episode. Thank you guys! This one right here!!!
Hardest video on the internet rn… great job guys this video is packed with top tier information!!! 🙌🏾🤑
Much love fam
I already knew the music business was buying a majority of concert tickets. They’ve always bought up the artist CDs etc
You're dumb af if you think this is remotely true 😂
Lil Wayne was one that came to mind amongst others
I know my 1st and only comment was showing respect when i discovered yall and saying Brandman looks like he could be related to the battle rapper Goodz but I just wanted to drop in again and say you guys have been buzzing lately. A few people asked if I ever saw y'all content and and linked this video lol. Glad to see you guys making conversations out here. Salute and much respect
Half way through and I’ve already learnt so much info, this is a brilliant interview
Good looks fam
True story! Lovin the transparency of ya’ll. Much love🔥💟
Reason my interview isn’t up anymore is beyond of what he said, I gave away too much game . I salute you Chad. I said this in 2018 on Playlists and preach this everyday. Much respect.
Put me on bro
This is such a helpful podcast episode
As a upcoming artist, this was very informative thank you!
This is my first time watching this channel. If he is the type of people you have on your channel. Im on it. subscribed! This opened my eyes. thank you.
changed the game with this one. thank y'all for the knowledge.
Super solid video great for indie rappers like me who have that independent budget but need that wiggle room of knowledge to take the next step
I always keep an eye out for Brandman vids... this one is fire... very informative... the detail...the gems of wisdom dropped for those who really listen.... one of the best I have watched... thank you!
Appreciate you for watching
@@ChadFocus your welcome, you have gained a subscriber… props to Brandman Network for airing insightful content 🙌🏾
@@craegenics appreciate you fam
Dope dope dope interview 🤜🏾🤜🏾 Thanks for sharing!
Gotta rewatch this one to catch all the gems. Thank u 💪🏾🖖🏾👽
Ya’ll gotta have him back this was just brilliant
Thank you. i just DL this video incase they took it off youtube !!! Great advice :)
Amen bro. Chad Focus I first saw you on the Vice TV Show. I now include your content in my college class that I teach on Blackness and Black Culture in Canada.
Chad defo talking da tingz... showing the blueprint !🤝🏿🤴🏿💯👏🏿👊🏿🙏🏿🌟
A lot of knowledge was dropped here. As a producer that releases instrumental music this helped me out and some of these I’ll definitely apply to my work.
Never heard this story but this need to be told , following Chad and tuning in from now on ! 🎉
Much love fam
Putting us up on game. Great vid!
Bruh!!!! This is a great podcast yet alone a great discussion with this brother here.
Lots of gems that I plan to apply thanks for solid content!
This is the best video on all of TH-cam. For artists into the inner workings of music industry
All of this boils down to you STILL NEED A LOT OF MONEY….so he stole it. The info is great…but it always boils down to cash.
Amazing interview!!! Thank you for this one!
This episode deserves more likes than any content put out currently. My guy is dropping 💎’s without a price💯! Salute 🫡 to you guys !
Eye opening, eye popping. Thanks for getting this out there. Subbed.
Mannn this was intense. A million gems 💎 dropped Chad unloaded the whole clip then reloaded over and over again sheesh 🔥 Chad Tha Truth! Definitely need to get in touch with homie to help us down under 🇦🇺
We just scratching the surface
@@ChadFocus ay bro u the truth!
This shii only works if u get a deal or sell your soul to a rich person I ran one of the biggest agencies and I have been known worldwide these dudes be so cap lmao this shii deeper then that
@@ChadFocus I need to discuss with you. Let's shake up this game in Africa .
I appreciate the knowledge brother, really appreciate it
This video is a gem.
Africa watching. Crystal clear in Nairobi, Kenya.
Hands down one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen as it relates to the music industry…
Chad Focus Was TALKIN’! Word up. ✊🏽
Wow amazing episode. Def worth listening to over again
Aye.. this was very informative thx 💯💯
Dope video y’all. Great info!
Easily the best episode & I’m in Maryland so I had to pause & DM my guy Chad ASAP lol 👁
Let’s goooo
This was really good 💯💎
Amazing convo. I’ll be rewatching over again
Great Video Droppin Gems & Great Story.
Great content guys,real gems being DROPPED! As a artist it can be both a freeing & depressing feeling in the music game when you're independent trying to navigate it. I also work in the "lodging industry" & @ 37:23 we do the same thing,create urgency like there are no hotel rooms smh.
Most informative Most realistic interview ever🚀
One of the Realest interviews I've heard in a while!!!
So informative! Dope video, thank you!
F… the fame get paid but legally this dude Chad Focus is very intelligent never heard of him but I’ll be paying attention from now on thanks fellas for the great interview!! 💯
THIS EPISODE IS A GAME CHANGER! Wow
This was a great watch 🙏🏾
Man this is legend love to Chad it makes sense and good to hear his story. I just learn new marketing strategies just by listening to him speak.
He told a lot of truth !!! Great Episode keep it up
Mind blowing interview, appreciate ya'll, couldn't believe what i was hearing in some parts! lol
Lovin Your Convos Lads ,real legit insights and deffo will be using You as My knowledge Gains✊😎👊
Thank you guys you all rock for my trust for freaking sure!
Glad I Seen This No Cap!!
this got to be the best episodes yet
Much love famz..I'ma watched this again,I'ma sponge... Thanks .. #lvdrizzle
Best interview ever! @chadfocus.. you are a gift to our culture! My prayers and best wishes to you
and your family. B-more Stand Up!
Much love family
Interesting story about Chad Focus. When they reported what he did the media definitely painted him as a buffoon and a dummy. This man is a-lot clever then he gets credit for. Very intelligent and calculated. When those people want you they will get you regardless if the charges are trumped up.
@Popcorn Gang What crime did he commit if deserved jail time?
@Popcorn Gang what’s sup with you? Are u a troll or something? If u don’t like something why comment on it? Saying a man deserves jail time is wild
@Popcorn Gang I was clear what I asked what crime did he commit? Yes I heard it from being to end. He had two federal charge those two don’t get you two years. The charges were bogus just to let him know you don’t have the complexion for the protection.
Google fam
This shii only works if u get a deal or sell your soul to a rich person I ran one of the biggest agencies and I have been known worldwide these dudes be so cap lmao this shii deeper then that
Great interview! Very informative!
Great informations great advices great interview thanks 😊
Chad Focus on point mahn!! So under-rated in terms of what he really should be credited for as far as the whole system dynamics and how its organized, not exclusive to only the music industry itself. GAME THE SYSTEM ALDAY!! To all the corrupted cooperate structures..💯
Thanks family!
dude is droppin gems like a manhatten jeweler
Sheesh im late to the party gz great interview extremely insightful thank you off top
Dope and Informative Content!
NOTE: The thoughts and experiences expressed in this interview by the interviewee are his own. We do not have any bot services. That is not our world. If you have any questions about using bot services, confirming validity of the claims, experiences or strategies Chad Focus shared in this video (including his court case, bots, radio promotion, etc) please look up his case or reach out to him.
Put your music on repeat all month= 💰
@@michaelgraham8295 Actually I Enjoy Making Bangers, Not trying to play the game, we tryin be the game !!
@Masta Jay Studios I enjoy making bangers too
. But that's not the game isn't about.. if it did we would have more natural talented artists. Using the game with numbers is just a way to make money off the streams and use that money to get your music career to the next level with promo. Cause it ain't cheap. Or take the money out it down on business..
I Hear you, @Michael Graham
I Believe
Creativity & Consistency is gonna Determine the Bus Stop, Besides Vocal Chains, Want makes people sound Unique, their style of writing? What else? Words they use, Train Of Thought, How using creativity to expand The boundaries Becomes your brand? Been Interesting Lately? Don't Get Boxxed In As An Artist, Try Thinking like George Clinton, But Preform Like Yourself 🙌
Having a Vision of who the songs will Resonate With Over Time, so u can Marketing It, is important, Marketing can't force Music down people ears For 20 Yearss. It has to be Appreciated & Accepted By The Masses, establish some common grounds for your demographic, Understanding information is key 🔑
This shii only works if u get a deal or sell your soul to a rich person I ran one of the biggest agencies and I have been known worldwide these dudes be so cap lmao this shii deeper then that
This make sense he worked for Agora Publishing because they based in Baltimore wow. Okay I get this now.
The ah HA moment. Google Agora Financial FTC and come back and comment.
I’m glad I found this video yo , dropping gems
Dope interview appreciate the game👏🏼💪🏽
10:45-11:45 major key it’s a DIFFERENCE between successful in the music BUSINESS and the music INDUSTRY
This shit so muhfuckin ENLIGHTENING. I feel like y’all should link more.
Let brandman know we be back
Intressting Interview - Thank you for the Interview
Yo I don’t leave comments but I watched this entire interview . I even took notes and hit the rewind button . This relit my fire and got me back focused . Thank y’all . Also that man is smart af minus the obvious
Much love fam!
same! i havent felt that fire buring inside of straight ambition in years and years. lets get it !
@@ChadFocus You are Very Interesting! ...do you think a lot of Artists NOW USE THE AI Bots to get rich / famous ? I have a podcast on my channel, and I interview Underground Country Rappers.
You got this bro
Same!
Brother never heard of you but Salute to you! Dope info and made me subscribe to this channel and look for you on social.
The interview I've been waiting for
Spotify started in America in August of 2011. Chad started getting into bots in 2011 . He would have to do all of his non music bot work in 8 months.
Very informative and educational interview. I use to live in B-More so it's good to see someone from there making waves in the industry.
I've been doing music for 10 years and I've never received so much music game in my life thank you guys so much
I remember this happening with Sammy Adams aka wizzy in like 2010 maybe? Whenever his debut album "Bostons Boy" came out they found out that a large portion of the sales were under a single order through a credit card. So somebody at his label had purchased a large portion of his sales in order to make it seem like there was a lot of hype around his debut album. I remember that was controversial at the time because he was faking his own album sales after someone exposed it, he had some success afterwards but it fizzled out fairly quickly. It's always been known that these record labels have these tactics in order to grow their artists but some of them are just so uninteresting that it's a waste of money
To say the no snitching code is so deep within the "gangster" rap culture, they sure do a lot of snitching lmao
I need 2 more hands I can’t write fast enough lol! Wonderful episode, will def watch a few more times.