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An independent media company with a focus on artist discovery and empowerment. Music • Sneakers • Culture • Art. 📩:contact @swidlife .com

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"You never know who's watching."
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1 year
happy sunday. here's André 3000 talking about the process of creating 💡
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7 months
"Believe in your direction and do it"
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4 years
First look at Pharrell Williams' BBC Icecream x Reebok Question Lows collab.
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1 year
"Other people liking it is out of your control"
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7 years
Tyler’s old promo email from ‘08
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7 years
If you gotta work a 9-5 to help take your dreams off the ground, DO IT! Fuck what they say. You can't make moves if you're broke!
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7 years
PRODUCERS ARE ARTISTS
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7 years
Damn. RIP Big Boss Fredo 💔🤞⚰️
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2 years
need tiny desk concerts to go back to supporting smaller acts and introducing listeners to their new favorite artist
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2 years
s/o to all the artists that make their own beats, record themselves, mix/master their vocals, make their own cover art, and do their own marketing. that's commitment right there!
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5 years
Looking to interview a few producers for our producer series. Who y'all got in mind?
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"Don't stop making music."
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3 years
Stop making music to satisfy others and find comfort in trusting your own process.
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3 years
As an artist, consider making content by documenting your creative process.
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s/o to all the artists staying down and not giving up despite how long it takes. keep pushing through!
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1 year
upcoming artist 🤝 upcoming producer
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7 years
Your music is supposed to help brand you as a person. If you’re doing that trendy shit just to fit it, you’re only cheating yourself as an artist
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2 years
who wants to guest curate a playlist for us? we're always open to getting other artists and curators involved
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3 years
friendly reminder
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you're not an "aspiring" artist. you are an artist! you're really doing this shit, so don't downplay yourself.
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9 months
be grateful
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7 years
❌GIVEAWAY TIME❌ Akai MPD18 Compact Pad Controller 🤞To Enter — Follow // RT // Like🤞 🥇 1 winner 🥇
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7 years
A lot of SoundCloud artists are way better than a lot of artists w/ a deal. Support your friends. Support locals. There's gems underground
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7 years
We go on SoundCloud each day for about 20 minutes and just listen to underground shit. It’s truly amazing how many gems are on that platform
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7 years
🚨 ATTENTION 🚨 OUR COLLABORATIVE PLAYLIST WITH @AUDIOMACK IS LIVE! ⚡️ GO CHECK IT OUT ⚡️ STREAM:
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a lot of independent artists are making some amazing things without having a label budget
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7 years
Engineers really should also be credited for a song (Prod. by ___, Engineered by ___) Should really be a thing
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Nobody fuck with you until everybody fuck with you
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6 years
Virgil Abloh teases Off-White x Bapesta sneaker at LV fashion show.
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2 years
Stop making music to satisfy others and find comfort in trusting your own process—word to @mavi4mayor .
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7 years
SoundCloud dying off is a good thing. Now we get to see who can really take shit to the next level
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Speak it into existence. #JeenYuhs
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7 years
When you’re an artist, being around other artists who have the same level of energy as you is mad inspiring
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7 years
STOP BUYING DESIGNER SHIT AND BUY SOME FUCKIN STUDIO EQUIPMENT
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4 years
Being authentic will get you further than a false image
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7 years
2018 is gonna be a good year for underground artists
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7 years
Fav this if you would wanna join a swidlife twitter group chat
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2 years
marketing is just as important as the music. the story is everything!
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7 years
This how we comin' 2018
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10 months
Being an artist is not easy and has never been, so give yourself credit for all that you do
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7 years
If you think we should start curating Spotify playlists SMASH THAT MF LIKE BUTTON
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5 years
You don’t need a large team to make shit happen. Just a few solid ones who see the vision
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2 years
"You gotta build your own thing and trust in it"
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3 years
Cult-favorite NYC brand Aimé Leon Dore's latest New Balance 550 collab releases April 16th.
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7 years
If u can't take criticism at these early stages of ur career the industry will eat u alive. Not everybody is gonna like ur shit, get over it
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7 years
Crazy how SXSW is free to perform but yet these unofficial SXSW shows are scamming artists $500 for a 7 minute set
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7 years
That new swidlife look 🤞⚰️
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5 years
New look for the brand. 2020 shit 🚀
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4 years
Another Casablanca x New Balance collab is on the way.
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3 years
Still relevant.
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Make money off your passion in 2018
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Failure is important. A message from ScHoolboy Q
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4 years
Here’s a video of Chief Keef doing some graphic work, reminding you to do something past your boundaries this week! Happy Monday
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Swidlife's R&B Freshman Class 2023 🏆 ⭐️ @DendeIsMe ⭐️ @alexvaughn ⭐️ @zyahbelle ⭐️ @chaseshakur_ ⭐️ @MackKeane ⭐️ @nippa_ad ⭐️ @MrLoveBallad ⭐️ @ByronJuane ⭐️ @dylan_sinclair Check out the full list here:
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3 years
As an independent artist, having a good team around you is important.
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As a smaller artist, you're gonna have to take more chances on yourself.
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S/o to all the audio engineers
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Nobody is “sleeping” on you. You gotta work harder & move smarter giving yourself enough leverage to the point where ppl become aware of you
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We been respecting producers on this side. Now we respecting audio engineers
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7 years
Shits not gonna happen overnight. Celebrate your small achievements. Those are the ones that set you up and present opportunities
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We're listening to all submissions today from emerging artists. Drop us links to your most recent release. We'll be playlisting/covering a few that we like ⤵️
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Organic support is 100x better than asking/begging for it
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Everybody starts out as a fan. Don't be afraid to show other upcoming artists love. Build off each other’s energy
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5 years
Make a colorful statement this fall with Pharrell’s Hu Adilette sandal.
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Trust your creative process.
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4 years
As an artist/creative, no matter how amazing you think your work is, not everyone is going to like it.
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4 years
Work with people who appreciate you.
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2 years
wishing all independent artists a successful and productive week
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4 years
Shout out to all the artists who are creating content out of their bedroom. Consistency goes a long way.
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3 years
My Digital Chemistry Set: An Interview With @Gvmini Virginia Beach native and graphic designer Rashon is taking full advantage of this digital renaissance.
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4 years
You’re not just an "artist" you’re a brand. So start moving like one.
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3 years
Happy birthday to one of the greatest to ever do it 🎈
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Drop a like if Swidlife has ever supported you in anyway
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s/o all the dope producers out there
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4 years
Meet @Xchrispatrick : The NJ Artist Whose Music Found Success Online While his lyrical meandering is often boxed in with that of J. Cole, Chris' ability to express intense emotions from frustration to desire is what sets the tone for his music Interview:
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7 years
Fuck a pay to play venue, get paid to play
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7 years
Step up the quality in everything that you do in 2018
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7 years
If this tweet gets 150 favs, we'll find a way to incorporate underground fashion brands into the blog
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If this tweet gets 100 favs we'll start curating our monthly playlist via Spotify + SC. Giving artists multiple ways to share their music
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We're listening to your submissions today. Drop us a link to your most recent release. We'll be playlisting/writing about a few that we like ⤵️
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We're always open to getting other artists and curators involved with our playlists If you want to guest-curate a playlist, let us know!
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3 years
6 months of detailed planning and executing can change your trajectory as an artist.
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Stick with the producers you came up with
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3 years
good afternoon to producers only
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Stop rushing content just to get it out there faster. Plan out a release strategy and allow it to gain momentum.
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Give credit to EVERYBODY who contributes to your work. Producer, graphic artist, photographer, videographer, DJ, management, & anybody else
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That “too cool” mindset will fuck up a lot of beneficial opportunities for you
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South Carolinian rock-rapper @drokenji proves he's ready for global stardom with his new project 'F*ck Your Feelings.' Listen + read:
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Gm to all the artists that can't pick 1 sound and stick to it
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Be proud of yourself for how hard you're trying. Some people quit, others don’t even start. Consistency is key!
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Audio engineers deserve their own special day
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If you believe in it, drop it!
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If you see other creatives doing amazing things, let them know! We can all use a little boost in our confidence sometimes.
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4 years
The Nike Dunk Low "Coast" is hitting shelves in early 2021.
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Don't ever get discouraged while Working towards your dreams and still being financially broke. Your big break will come sooner or later
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SWIDCURATED ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY 💎 VOL. 12 IS A SPECIAL ONE ⚡️ THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT. NOW ENJOY!!! 💽 ✨
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As an artist, learn to appreciate what you do. Nothing should ever be a competition. Just always focus on creating your best
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4 years
Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance have another hit on deck with the P550 model.
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Just keep working. This shit isn't gonna happen overnight. If you don't see progress in your work, change the plan not the goal
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