Music & Markets

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Show Notes:

(00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best

(00:06:16) The Creative Process Behind Songwriting

(00:07:33) Exploring the Emotional Depths of Music

(00:11:50) Navigating the Music Industry and AI

(00:17:45) The Importance of World Building in Music

(00:21:27) Finding Your Creative Itch

(00:35:04) The Chainsmokers' Journey and Work Ethic

(00:40:37) The Business Side of the Chainsmokers

(00:45:43) Venturing into Tech and Investments

(00:51:39) The Evolution of Mantis

(00:53:11) Overcoming Celebrity Investor Stereotypes

(00:55:20) Supporting Founders Like Record Labels

(00:57:26) The Art of Collaboration

(01:04:02) The Grind to Success

(01:13:49) Investing Insights and Evolution

(01:26:39) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done for Drew and Alex