Episode 6

Episode 6

by Soul Surplus Staff December 09, 2019

In this episode we talk JAY-Z turning 50, "real" DJs, new rules on album merchandising, and the $50m lawsuit between Genius and Google/LyricFind. 

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Episode 5

Episode 5

by Soul Surplus Staff June 26, 2019

In episode 5, the team goes deep into the trials and tribulations of publishing. From Drake's latest records being published by his own Frozen Moments imprint, and not Cash Money, to whether a publishing deal is still a viable option for artists and producers. 

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Episode 4

Episode 4

by Soul Surplus Staff June 18, 2019

In episode 4, the team discusses the new Dreamville collab record, and if collab records are still as effective as they were in the past. They also cover the recent New York Times Magazine article, "The Day the Music Burned", and lament over all the priceless music masters that were lost in the Universal fire.   

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Episode 3

Episode 3

by Soul Surplus Staff June 10, 2019

In episode 3, the fellas highlight the the WWDC conference, including the new Mac Pro and the new iPadOS. They also discuss Jay-Z becoming the first rap billionaire, and Just Blaze's issue with ranking producers. 

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Episode 2

Episode 2

by Soul Surplus Staff June 03, 2019

In episode 2, Wes showcases his favorite release of the week, followed by a spirited discussion about the new laws concerning royalty rate increases, following the Music Modernization Act that was signed and passed in office last year.

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Episode 1

Episode 1

by Soul Surplus Staff May 27, 2019

In episode 1, we talk about our favorite samples from new releases, Father of Asahd & IGOR.  We also discussed Logic's recent rant on sampling and the recent lawsuit brought onto Jay-Z & Timbaland. 

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