Inside the Playbook: David Dollimore on Major Label Roster Priorities
Inside the Playbook: David Dollimore on Major Label Roster Priorities  
Podcast: The Manager's Playbook
Published On: Fri Sep 18 2026
Description: In this clip from The Manager’s Playbook, David Dollimore breaks down how major label priority really works.David and Mauricio get into what happens after a viral song starts moving, why internal champions matter inside a label, and how artists can turn one moment into a real career. They also talk release strategy, features, remixes, distribution deals, marketing support, ticket sales, and the patience required to build an artist beyond the hype.A practical conversation for independent artists, managers, A&Rs, and music executives trying to understand major label politics, artist development, and long-term career building.Simply put, a conversation like this doesn't come cheap.Book a 1-on-1 meeting with the guests you’ve been watching. See who's available on The Manager's Marketplace: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://themanagersplaybook.com/home⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Episodes On Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@managersplaybook