An unfortunate lawsuit
Hey! Here's the latest from Trapital:
new podcast: Flawless Real Talk
Rapper, producer, and entrepreneur Flawless Real Talk came on the Trapital Podcast to talk about how he manages his rap career. Last year he was the runner up on Netflix’s hip-hop reality show Rhythm + Flow, which boosted his exposure. Flawless talks about his decision to stay independent, the tradeoffs he's made by not being signed, and his strategic partnerships to still get the opportunities he wants.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or watch on YouTube.
Pat the Manager v. Chance the Rapper
The Chicago rapper's longtime former manager Pat Corcoran, "Pat the Manager," sued Chance for over $3 million in unpaid commissions.
The lawsuit itself is unfortunate. Chance the Rapper's legal team has refuted Pat's claims. But the more interesting parts are what was learned and confirmed from Pat's account. First, Pat is asking for commissions dating back to Chance's mixtape 10 Day. Second, Pat's claims align with what myself and others predicted— The Big Day was doomed from the start.
Pat may no longer work for Chance the Rapper, but he still has a bright future in this industry given what he's achieved this past decade. Chance will be fine too. He may never replicate that 2016 Coloring Book run or pack arenas on his own, but he has a dedicated fanbase that's still with him.
Read the full legal filing by Pat Corcoran here.
Drake's opportunity with Nike sub-label NOCTA
Nike and Drake have launched a sub-label NOCTA in advance of Drake's album release for Certified Lover Boy.
This is Drake's dream! Earlier this year he gave Nike a 5-minute long commercial with the "Laugh Now, Cry Later" music video. The Toronto rapper got his sneaker deal and ain't break a sweat. The release of Drake's NOCTA sub-brand has been linked with January's release of Drake's next album, Certified Lover Boy.
Read more about NOCTA in Nike's press release.
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Enjoy the rest of your weekend! I'll be back next week.
Dan
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