In this heartfelt and wisdom-packed episode, we sit down with Marc Caruso, CEO and co-founder of Angry Mob Music, to uncover the story behind the title of "music publisher" and how his soulful approach has built an empire rooted in trust, creativity, and connection. Marc opens up about his journey from film composition dreams to launching a full-service publishing company working behind the scenes of hits by artists like Chance the Rapper, Morgan Wallen, and Steve Aoki.
What makes Marc’s story so resonant isn’t just the music, it’s the humanity behind it.
🌟 Key Takeaways:
If You Love It, You’ll Find a Way: Marc shares how his love for music gave him the fuel to push through roadblocks in a competitive industry. When you're aligned with your passion, challenges become stepping stones.
The Power of Saying Yes: One pivotal "yes" to a music editor job changed the course of his career. Marc reminds us that growth lives on the other side of uncertainty. Saying yes, especially when the outcome is unclear, is often where purpose begins to bloom.
Mistakes Are Part of the Process: Marc shares a powerful mantra he tells both his team and his kids: “The only mistakes you make are the ones you repeat.” In other words, don’t fear failure, embrace what it teaches you.
Let Your Definition of Success Evolve: We often feel pressure to stick to our “original plan,” but Marc invites us to be flexible. Success isn’t a fixed destination; it grows with you. Sometimes success looks like creative freedom. Sometimes it’s a meaningful connection or contentment in your life.
More soulful insight includes:
Networking as a Human Experience: Marc redefines networking as relational, not transactional. "It’s not about what you can get, it's about staying curious, building friendships, and watering those seeds over time.” Whether you're in high school, just starting out, or making a pivot, this lesson rings true across all stages of life.
For the Creatives Listening: If you're feeling torn between creativity and practicality, Marc has a message for you: look for paths where your passion can be used, if the job doesn’t exist, create it. Be willing to think outside the box. Take the risk. And if it doesn’t work? You pivot and grow.
💫 This episode is a soulful reminder that your career journey is not meant to be linear. It’s meant to be yours...messy, magical, and ever-evolving. Whether you're a young artist, a parent supporting one, or someone in the middle of redefining what success means, Marc’s story will inspire you to say yes to your next step, even if it scares you.
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Connect with Marc at:
https://www.angrymobmusic.com
Email: mcaruso@angrymobmusic.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marccaruso
