“Unless you've given up your business to a record label, there's no such thing as just being a musician anymore.”

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The quote says that modern musicians often have to handle more than just making music. It suggests that unless someone lets a record label take over the business side, they still need to think about promotion, management, and other practical work.

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Originally said in English.

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About Jack Conte

American musician and businessman

Jack Conte is an American musician and businessman best known as the co-founder and CEO of Patreon. He is also a recording artist and performer, active in the digital music era. Conte and his wife, Nataly Dawn, make up the musical duo Pomplamoose. He also co-leads the band Scary Pockets and founded the band Magaziine, work that reflects his long-running focus on making, releasing, and supporting music online.

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