Standing Out to A&R’s and When You Need a Manager w/ Benja Schick
Artist manager and A&R rep Benja Schick (Oddly Pacific) joins the show to unpack how artists actually build momentum in 2025, without chasing viral moments. Benja shares how he finds new talent, why visuals matter as much as songs, what managers do day-to-day, and how DIY artists can turn great art into lifelong fans.
More on IG: @benjaschick https://www.instagram.com/benjaschick & @oddlypacific.co https://www.instagram.com/oddlypacific.co
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