On this episode we welcome legendary record executive Kawan “KP” Prather to this show. KP has not only been instrumental in the crafting of what Atlanta music is today, he’s works with artists like Usher, OutKast, TLC, John Legend and Pharrell among many others. During this discussion we talk with him about.Growing up in Atlanta and who his musical influences wereStarting out as a rapper in the group PA signed to LaFace records How he transitioned into becoming an A&R at LaFaceAfter his experience working on many classic albums, what makes a good A&R?His advice for up and coming executives and producers How he linked with Pharrell and his I Am Other companyHow he won his Grammy award and what that experience was likeWhat’s next for KP?Follow KP @KawanPratherAlso discussed this episode:New Music releases from Lil Wayne, Logic, Kevin Gates, etcSirius XM buys Pandora and Apple music buys Shazam: What does this means for producer pay?@freegamepodcast@wlpwr@BrianOnreaThis episode was sponsored by @yumpanadas and @mcbridesisters recorded at @graymattercollective by @mixedbylidz and mixed by @checkmatecreative and produced by @londonelixirlx Cover Art by @yo.im.jay
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