DJ Mormile
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April 16, 2026 · 2h 35m · Season 4 · Episode 22
About this episode
DJ Mormile discusses the behind-the-scenes work in the music industry and the process of building successful artists.
DJ Mormile—music executive, A&R strategist, and co-manager behind the rise of Rae Sremmurd—joins J. Valentine for a real conversation on how artists are built behind the scenes. From the EarDrummers / Mike WiLL Made-It era to the breakout success of “Black Beatles,” Mormile breaks down what it actually takes to create a hit, develop talent, and navigate major label systems. This is a deep dive into the business, the relationships, and the decisions that shape careers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: J. Valentine
Guest: DJ Mormile
Topics covered
- music industry
- A&R strategy
- artist development
- hit creation
- major label systems
- career management
Keywords
- DJ Mormile
- Rae Sremmurd
- A&R
- music executive
- hit songs
- artist management
- music business
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Rae Sremmurd, EarDrummers
Books & works: Black Beatles
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