Inside the Playbook: Nick Groff on Music Industry Insider Secrets You Need to Know

In this episode of The Manager’s Playbook, Former SVP of Interscope Records, Nick Groff, unpacks the modern manager’s role, especially in today’s independent landscape.

From handling distribution and tour logistics to navigating brand strategy, social media, and global team building, Nick breaks down the expanded responsibilities and rising pressures facing artist managers today.

We also dig into equity, commission models, and why strategic alignment between artist and manager is more important than ever.

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