{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Manager Steve Lobel - Part 2 - How loyalty, integrity and hard work leads to longevity in the music business","description":" Steve Lobel is a legend in the hip-hop game.  After getting introduced to the music business by the late great Jam Master Jay from Run-DMC, Steve went on to become one of hip-hop\u2019s most recognizable managers. Currently, Lobel manages the legendary group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony and super producer Scott Storch, who has worked with The Roots, Dr. Dre, Fat Joe, and many more.   Steve blesses us with a ton of great stories and advice, including lessons learned from Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohen, and others. He prides himself on honesty, and he does not back down from any questions, sharing very personal details and great business guidance. This is a great episode for any aspiring artist, producer, or future executive looking for more insight on advancing his or her career.     Part 2 Highlights: 1:10 Why 50 Cent is a perfect example of success 7:18 Steve started every day out with a Mountain Dew and Snickers bar for decades 10:17 Steve makes a \u201cThings not to do\u201d list instead of a \u201cTo do\u201d list 17:14 Steve shares his thoughts about the rappers he knew who passed away 23:35 Why Steve now takes pictures with celebrities 36:11 Do emerging artists need to move to LA or NY to make it?     ","author_name":"The Indie Playbook Presented by Focused Noise","author_url":"http:\/\/focusednoise.libsyn.com\/website","html":"