In this episode, I sit down with Brady (Alaskan Tapes), the artist and mind behind We All Speak In Poems—a project that exists somewhere between a label, a creative platform, and a philosophy.

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We talk about the quiet power of ambient music, building a world around your art, and what it really means to create without chasing numbers. Brady shares how his journey evolved from early experimentation to a more intentional, emotionally-driven practice—and how that same mindset shapes the artists and releases he supports.

This conversation goes deep into independence, creative identity, and the tension between art and algorithms.

If you’re running a label, releasing music, or just trying to stay grounded in your creativity… this one’s for you.

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Learn more about We All Speak in Poems: http://weallspeakinpoems.com

Most music releases fail before they even come out.

Not because the music isn’t good — but because there’s no real strategy behind it.

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In this episode, I walk through 5 essential principles every artist should follow when preparing a new release. These are simple, practical shifts that turn scattered “drops” into focused campaigns that build real momentum over time.

You’ll learn how to think beyond release day, create clarity around your music, and use each release to grow your audience and your catalog.

If you want your next release to actually do something — start here.

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“How you present something affects how you hear it.”

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In this episode, I sit down with Charmaine and Randall of Kou Records — one of the most ambitious and creative indie labels I’ve come across — to break down their “cohort” model: multiple records released together as a unified body of work.

We talk about:

• Why they reject genre, algorithms, and streaming-first thinking
• How they combine music + visual art into a single experience
• The philosophy behind releasing 4–5 records at once
• Why physical products matter more than ever in the age of AI and “content”
• How constraints (like recording an album in 4–5 days) actually unlock creativity

This is a masterclass in thinking differently about what a record label can be — and why the future might belong to labels willing to take creative risks.

Kou Records: www.KouRecords.com

Proudly Supported by Infinite Catalog: www.infinitecatalog.com