How to Make It as an A&R: Benny Scarrs at Music Futures 23 (Island Records, Dave, Tinchy Stryder)

Benny Scarrs, an accomplished A&R and Point Blank alumni, took the stage as the keynote speaker at our annual career's event Music Futures. With a track record of working with renowned artists like Dave and Tinchy Stryder, Benny engaged in an insightful conversation with Point Blank CEO, Rob Cowan, discussing the key elements of being an A&R, building valuable relationships and his decision making process for big pivots in his career.

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - How to get into the music industry
5:36 - What does an A&R do?
7:45 - How his Point Blank course helps Benny in the studio
10:46 - How Benny came to sign Tinchy Stryder
19:35 - Connecting with/representing Dave.
29:50 - How do you spot musical talent as an A&R?
32:00 - Would Benny have done anything differently?
34:00 - How conviction and determination can help you make it in the industry

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