The DMV's Logic, PA's Lil Dicky and Def Jam VP of Marketing Rob Caiaffa talk indie v. major. Here they explain what it means to be signed to a major label as a new artist or how to go about it yourself on the independent tip, plus the pros and cons of each avenue. Listen to the 10th episode of...

The famed Kevin Liles, NYC's A$AP Ferg and Epic's Vice President of Publicity, Courtney Lowery, offer new artists advice on their presentation. Learn the importance of looking people in the eye when meeting and greeting them, and carrying yourself with confidence, charisma and pride. Listen to...

The Big Apple's A$AP Ferg, A-Town's Rich Homie Quan and Duck Down Records founder Dru Ha explain the importance of building lasting relationships in hip-hop, networking and dealing with people the right away. Listen here to the eighth episode of XXL's The Break podcast. Where new artists come...