Épisodes

  • #72 The Reason For Sound Exchange
    Jan 9 2026

    In this micro episode of A Nametag Is Necessary, Nametag Alexander breaks down why Sound Exchange matters, what it covers that other platforms don’t, and why independent artists should make sure this box isn’t being overlooked.


    REPS EP out now!

    https://hypeddit.com/01yano 👈🏾


    Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander

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    4 min
  • #71 The Middle Class Music Artist..Is It Possible?
    Dec 15 2025

    The Middle-Class Music Artist…is it possible? 
In this micro pod episode, Nametag talks making stable income through sync, direct fan support, micro-streaming, merch, etc.


    REPS EP out now!

    https://hypeddit.com/01yano 👈🏾


    Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander

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    5 min
  • #70 Get Your REPS IN.
    Nov 7 2025

    Music & Merch https://nametag.bandcamp.com/merch

    In this episode of A Nametag Is Necessary, Nametag provides the backstory to his most recent EP release titled “REPS”.


    REPS EP out now!

    https://hypeddit.com/01yano 👈🏾


    Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander


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    20 min
  • #69 Release The Music, AND License It!
    Oct 13 2025

    Music & Merch

    https://nametag.bandcamp.com/merch


    In this episode of A Nametag Is Necessary, Nametag dives into sync licensing as a strategy for artists releasing new music. He breaks down what sync licensing is, how it works, and how independent musicians can navigate licensing their tracks for film, TV, ads, and more. Perfect for creators who want to turn their upcoming releases into passive income opportunities and widen their reach through media placements.


    REPS EP out now!

    https://hypeddit.com/01yano 👈🏾


    Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander

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    13 min
  • #68 What Does Music Publishing Look Like?
    Oct 10 2025

    Music & Merch

    https://nametag.bandcamp.com/merch


    In this episode of A Nametag Is Necessary, the hosts pull back the curtain on the publishing world in music.


    REPS EP out now!

    https://hypeddit.com/01yano 👈🏾


    Instagram & Threads: @nametagalexander

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    9 min
  • #67 ‘Regional Sounds, Lasting Impact’ feat. Self Says
    Sep 4 2025

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    On this episode of A Nametag Is Necessary, Nametag Alexander is joined by special guest and Emcee, Self Says. The two dive into Hip Hop tracks that aged surprisingly well, the art of embracing regional sounds in Rap, and other gems from their perspective as artists. A grounded and insightful conversation for Hip Hop heads who value timeless music.


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    Instagram: @nametagalexander x @selfsays

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    32 min
  • #66 “Everyday Is School”
    Aug 28 2025

    Nametag Alexander recalls which three elite Emcees drove him to step his pen game up. He speaks on how all three, were factors in him becoming a better student of Rap.


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    15 min
  • #65 "Whitelisted & Winning: Protect Your Music Without Killing Its Reach"
    May 19 2025

    Shop with Lead And Be Legendaryhttps://leadandbelegendary.storenvy.comFor episode 65, Nametag Alexander talks about the benefits of independent artists who choose to whitelist their music for platforms such as Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.More on Nametag Alexander @https://linktr.ee/nametagalexanderNametag & Nameless: ‘For Namesake 2’https://ffm.to/eodjyqrWhether you're just starting out or already building momentum, vidIQ gives you the tools to grow your channel smarter and faster.Try vidIQ herehttps://vidiq.com/nametag/This is an affiliate link, so if you sign up through it, it helps support my channel/content at no extra cost to you.

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    11 min