Mathew Knowles knows music. The author, professor, lecturer, public speaker, entrepreneur, music executive, artist manager and founder of Music World Entertainment is the creative and business mind behind some of the world’s biggest musical acts. Mathew, a graduate of Fisk University, ascended to the top ranks of music managers after a 20-year career in as the leading medical sales representative for Xerox Medical Systems, but not before returning to college to learn the business of music. Mathew, armed with his tenacity as a top salesperson, his knowledge of the music business and passion for entertainment, Mathew established Music World as one of the world’s leading music and entertainment conglomerates, with over 450 million records sold and countless Grammy and industry awards. Mathew has worked with Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, The O’Jays, and of course, Destiny’s Child, Solange, and Beyoncé.
Mathew and Lisa talk about his career in sales and how that led to his success in the music business. Spotting and honing talent, what it takes to make it as a music manager, the importance of branding, retaining copyright to ensure success and what’s next for Music World. Mathew even spilled some tea on the recent heat he took about colorism comments and some insights into some memorable moments with Destiny’s Child. Tune in and please be sure to leave a comment.
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