Inside The Business of Music: 11 Hot Hip-Hop Artist Managers To Know
Corey Smyth
The Harlem native, who partnered with Talib Kweli to run Blacksmith Music, is known for working with conscious rappers. Smyth has a talent for giving his clients longevity in a changing economy and music sound. Having founded the management company in 1991, he was able to partner with Warner Bros. Records to expand Blacksmith to a music label.
Company:Blacksmith Management
Notable Past/Current Clients:De La Soul, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Jean Grae and Strong Arm Steady