Beyonce 60 Minutes Interview

For those like me that missed this interview check it out it's kind of intresting.

Grammys 2010

I really did not dig the Grammys too much this year but there was some stand out performances to me. These are the ones I really was feeling. Next year Me and my music family will be there as well. Grammys 2011 say hello to Lost Art productions!











The Grammys offered a lot of highs and lows I really thought the Michael Jackson tribute could have been a little better but that is on of my favorite Michael Jackson songs so I can't be too mad. I did think the production of the show went smooth and it was a good broadcast but the planning of performances could have been a lot better it kind of put you to sleep then woke you back up for a second then back to sleep you went. I guess I'm just a little upset I passed on The Simpsons and Cleveland Show to watch this.


Let me know what you guys thoughts on this year's Grammy Awards

Jordan Towers Premier-Yo Gotti Touchdown

I like this song Yo Gotti has another one this dude my not be as famous as he should be but he stays consistent. Plus he driving my cars in the video lol. Serously check this on out and go check out some of his other music you will not be disappointed.

Motrakx Hottie of the week-Amazin Amie

This is my hottie of the week Ladies and gents. Beautiful talented and full of hustle. If you like this pic CLICK HERE FOR MORE!!


You can also follow her on TWITTER

Hip Hop Mixing With Dave Aron

Antonio Dye-Family Matters Theme

Unlike most new artist of today Antonio Dye is never shy about showing the world he can really sing and is not just a studio made artist. Check out his new video support his movement and help bring real music and talent back to the game.

INVESTMENT,INVESTMENT,INVESTMENT!!

This video around 3:30 sums up what I talk about all day artist and these so called label owners are not willing to go the extra mile to take their career to the next level. The game has become cheap and like everything else cheap nobody wants to buy it example bad record sales. Everyone thinks they are cut out for this Music Industry it's the new Basketball or Football with recording equipment sooooooo cheap and tracks at the press of a button, the music industry has been over saturated with weak product that consumers don't want to buy because everyone can do it. I remember when my mom use to buy records and I would listen and say "I wish I could do that and I wonder how they made that", Thinking my goal was out of reach. It was like these people who made this music were untouchable like Lionel Richie, Patti Labelle, Luther Vandross,Black Sabbath, Brothers Johnson and Sade just to name a few. They "I thought were the gods of music". From then I knew I had to work and learn and stay focused to do music and learn some more.


This leads me back to my point, during my learning about music and studios and buying equipment and paying a like 900 for a 4 track tape deck and like $3000 for the DIGI 001 (with a G4 Buy the way) or saving up to get my first set of turntables back when I realized this was an INVESTMENT for life and the cost for what I wanted to do.
I think that day has gone dudes walk into a fully laid out studio and think they mans $100 mic and Mbox Mini is the same thing (It's Not) and don't want to pay what does that say about your music or your passion for Music?


This game is dying off of this attitude, invest in your music your craft just like a contractor has to buy the best tools no matter the cost because it's what they use to eat, We as Musicians use this music to eat. That means get quality recordings,quality beats and hold everyone else around you to the same standard. You might say "I ain't got no money" but I bet you got money to go to the club or buy Jordans something that makes you nothing! Let's bring quality back!

Producer VS. Beat Maker The definition!

This video sums up a lot of questions I get everyday about Producers and Beat Makers. I come from the school before digital so I understand but in this climate of everyone wanting to be a Star and have a boat load of money sometimes the lines get fuzzy. This Video can clear up some of the questions and for people to understand. just because you programmed a beat beat does not mean you produced a song!


CHECK IT OUT AND GIVE ME YOUR FEED BACK
WWW.TWITTER.COM/MOTRAKX

Good Article to Keep you Independent

Promotional costs include designing and printing promotional and packaging materials for recordings; press kits and Web sites; and advertising, radio promotion, videos, public relations and mailing costs. Some or all the costs for packaging, video production and radio promotion may be recouped from artists’ royalties, depending on contractual agreements.

Distribution Costs

The record companies decide on the suggested list retail price (SLRP) of each format. The SLRP helps stores to determine the discount price they charge customers and helps performers determine the price to charge to fans at gigs and by mail order.

The price at which distributors buy from recording companies (distributor wholesale price) is also set by the record companies. This is commonly 50% to 55% off the SLRP. If the volume is high enough, the discount can go to 60%.

The price at which stores buy from record distributors (store wholesale price) is determined by the distributors. This is commonly 55% to 65% of the SLRP. Stores return unsold product at 100% of their cost.

The price at which record stores buy from record companies that own their own distribution warehouses is approximately 75% of the SLRP.

Potential Profits

How do these costs relate to a million selling album?

At common discounts, record companies receive approximately $10.00 per CD ($16.95 SLRP). Thus, projected record company gross income is ten million dollars.

Out of this the record company will spend approximately $625.000 in manufacturing costs; approximately $1,000,000 in promotion (another $1,000,000 will be charged against artist royalties); $1,780,00 in royalties to the artists (at 14% of the SLRP of $16.95, less packaging); and $600,000 in publishing royalties (at 75% of statutory). After subtracting $4,005,000 from its ten million gross income, the record company has a gross profit of $5,995,000. It will recoup its million- dollar advance to the artist and its promotional costs.

This excerpt is from Diane Rapaport's new book, A Music Business Primer, published by Prentice Hall. Copyright 2003 by Diane Rapaport. The book is available on Amazon.com and at major book stores. www.dianerapaport.com

How Record Companies Make Money and many other articles, tips, and other info can be found in the Music Biz FAQs section of the site for TAXI: The World's Leading Independent A&R Company.

My Anthem

I'm not too much of a LiL Wayne fan but this I think is one of his best songs and it gets me motivated. The beat is crazy to!

Alja Jackson-Like A Harley

This is a dope song by a electrifying new artist Alja Jackson (Interscope records) and produced by Super Producer Track Dealer. I had to post this song not only because the both reside in the Atl and are doing their thing but also because I think it is a breath of fresh air in this state of stale copy cat music. Alja provides a unique flow with some very descriptive words to keep you hanging on to every line with a strong sexual tone. The hook is very infectious and does what it's suppose to hook you in and set you up for another verbal punch and flow lashing during the verses.


I recommend everyone support this artist and producer because you will not be disappointed.





FOR MORE INFO AND MUSIC BY:ALJA JACKSON-CLICK HERE!!


MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW TRACK DEALER-CLICK HERE!!

Billboard Hot 100

Just to keep everyone up on what songs are hot right now If your a producer researching or a avid music listener that likes to keep your iPod filled with all the latest and greatest. I take a look at Billboard.com almost everyday the Hot 100 list hasn't changed much but for those who don't keep up with it everyday you might find something new to listen to or if you make music find something to inspire you to make something that might end up on the list in the near future.


TO VIEW THE HOT 100 CLICK HERE

Motrakx Hottie of The Week

This is something I'm gonna do every week it's the hottie of the week.


This week it's none other than Montana Deleon a mix of brains and beauty and a pure hustler. Everyone enjoy!


More videos of Montana She is more than just a pretty face she also has a lot to say: CLICK HERE

Dr Period

I had to post this DR is one of the reasons I chose to go into production and remains a reason i still do this. His sounds are crazy and he has a dedication to making music only few producers of today can try to have.


So Ladies and gent with out further delay DR Period!!

Atl Beat Battle

I have always been a fan of the beat battle even when I use to watch them on the internet sitting in the hood in Baltimore. It was one of my motivations to move to Atlanta. I have the pleasure of watching these battles in person supporting my homies such as J Beatz, Hannibal and many others. This Wednesday Jan 20th i will have the honor to compete in the Atl Beat Battle. I have been to a few of these battles at Dajango downtown Atlanta, competition is always fierce and you always get good advice and insight on the Music Industry there. All that to say I'm excited to actually participate and look forward to a great evening of networking and good music.


MAKE SURE YOU COME OUT AND SUPPORT THIS EVENT IT IS A MUST HAVE TO KEEP GOOD MUSIC ALIVE AND FOR US PRODUCERS TO FURTHER OUR CAREER!

Jimmy Iovine- Advice for Being a Successful Artist

Some can say what they want about Jimmy Iovine or the artist that he has signed but one thing you can't say is he is not successful. He is one of the top business executives of today. This is a very interesting interview with some good advice and I think all of us in the industry should listen and learn something.





This is a list of some of the things Jimmy has done: Click Here

Battery 3 Quick Start Tutorial

This is a good video to help you get started using Battery which is a very great drum and sampling program. I learned a lot of things from this video.

Sampling in Logic

I thought this was cool it gives a lot of insight for all of us MPC users on how to chop samples in Logic. Enjoy the video I got a lot out of this video.

Video Posted by:Averexbijon

This is the first single by Antonio Dye. I had the pleasure of working on this record. Antonio has been making waves here on the Atl scene and is slated to release his Ep early 2010. He has the drive and talent to have a long and successful career in the music industry.

Links to Antonio:http://twitter.com/antoniodye

Reach out to him and show your support and I'm sure you will enjoy the this new fresh phenom that is Antonio Dye!

Take It Off Exclusive Lloyd ft J.Holiday & Nicki Minaj

I had the pleasure of being in the studio during the creation of this song.

This is a video of Shawty Redd in the studio clearing up rumors of beat stealing. I just wanted to post something to support one of the best producers of our time while he goes through his situation.

The Frontier of the Music Industry

This short documentary outlines the current situation of the music industry, shows how new technologies are shaping the music business and how internet powerhouses like Apple Computers and YouTube are influencing the future of the music industry.


I ran across this on You Tube and thought it was interesting and I want to share it and get some opinions from others.

Video from you tube user:http://www.youtube.com/user/dudeihaveapwner

6090 Studios Construction Part 3

6090 Studios Construction Part 2

This is part 2 of the construction this video will show you a little more progress in our quest to bring you another premier recording and dance/rehearsal studio in Atlanta Ga.

6090 Studios Construction Part 1

This is the start of construction of the new studio these videos will show how the studio is being built. You can also see how to construct your own studio by watching the progress of this construction project.