BUSINESS OF MUSIC

2001 oriental boulevard, New York City NY

03 January, 2022

Description

Students in “The Business of Music” course offered by KCC’s Continuing Education program have had first-hand access to the titans of the music world, getting the inside scoop about what it takes to enter and succeed in the music industry. Taught by hip-hop music manager and president of management at Cinematic Music Group, Hovain Hylton, the 10-week course has offered students in-depth knowledge on marketing and branding, publishing deals, business positions needed for an artist’s success, and more. “This has been a great experience,” shared Hylton. “I never thought I’d be able to teach a class. Now, to be going into my third semester is a dream come true. I love sharing the information and having my friends and co-workers share theirs as well.” First offered in the fall, the initial course ran remotely and asynchronously for eight weeks. In addition, it is offered to the general population taught live online via Zoom. Students this semester were able to question CEO Jonny Shipes and Chief Marketing Officer Chris Herche of Cinematic Music Group; music journalist Rob Markman; Asylum Records A&R representative Wayne O; entertainment lawyer Nick Rosenberg; and senior vice president of A&R and creative director at Interscope Records, Sickamore. Appearance made by Financial expert Donald Malter, chief financial officer at Cinematic Host of the radio show and "The Breakfast Club" and Comedy Central’s "Tha God's Honest Truth," Charlamagne tha God Running Tuesday's from 6pm-7pm. Those interested in joining the course should call and ask about course VSE 90.