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Stand-Up Comedian

Musician

Master Of Ceremonies

● Comedic Copywiter

 

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Meet AyMac Zeta — The Artistic Autist Electrifying the Stage

AyMac Zeta is a genre-bending performer out of Austin, Texas — a bold mix of stand-up comedian, multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and all-around crowd igniter. Crowned the 2024 Austin Air Guitar Champion, AyMac turned the national stage into his own sonic playground, where charisma, comedy, and chaos collide.

Far more than a one-trick performer, AyMac crafts original music, writes every beat and bar he delivers, and commands the mic as a masterful emcee — blending neurodivergent perspective with street-level insight and gut-punch laughs. He doesn’t build the stage — he owns it.

AyMac is also the mind behind The DiVerGenX Podcast / Variety Show, a genre-crossing experience that fuses stand-up, interviews, music, and real talk about autism, identity, and creativity without limits. Think late-night show meets open mic, hosted by a brain wired to remix reality.

When AyMac hits the spotlight, it’s not just a performance — it’s a movement. Unfiltered. Unapologetic. And always unforgettable.

Contact AyMac:

Email: aymaczeta@gmail.com

Call: (512) 351-7524

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From humble beginnings of an autistic child with synthestesia, always in front of the television, "his closest friend," to hosting shows across America as an independant contractor, AYMAC has become one of Austin, Texas’ standout voices in comedy and music.

 

Blending raw personal experiences — from the challenges of living with autism to the triumphs of turning pain into punchlines — AYMAC has carved out a dynamic and wide-ranging comedic voice destined for international stages.

In 1995, AYMAC  shattered records by selling 23,000 tickets and headlining 11 sold-out performances at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu — a feat that earned him a proclamation from the city’s mayor, officially declaring November 24th “AYMAC Day.”

 

He went on to make history again as the only comedian to sell out six consecutive shows at The Warfield in San Francisco, and later broke the attendance record at Winnipeg’s Club Regent Event Centre with four packed-out performances.

 

In 2019, he continued his run of dominance with five sold-out shows at the San Diego Civic Theatre — the most ever for a comedian there — and most recently, became the only comedian to sell over 17,000 tickets in a single year across 30 shows at the Brea Improv.

His achievements haven’t gone unnoticed. In 2018, AYMAC was named “Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal.

 

He’s released four highly acclaimed comedy specials on Comedy Central and Netflix, with his 2019 Netflix special Comin’ In Hot streaming globally. AYMAC’s material often explores millennial parenting, cultural quirks, and the art of navigating identity — all through a lens that’s equal parts insightful and hilarious.

That same year, his comedy album Live From Seattle reached #1 on the Billboard Comedy Charts. Fans can also catch AYMAC weekly on The DiVerGenX Podcast with Jo Koy, presented by Vizier Media, where he dives into life’s absurdities with fellow comedians and special guests.

On screen, AYMAC has made over 140 appearances as a roundtable regular on Chelsea Lately and has graced shows like The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Call with Carson Daly, Lights Out with David Spade, @Midnight, Beat Bobby Flay, The Breakfast Club, Celebrity Page TV, World’s Funniest Fails, and Sean In The Wild.

Now, AYMAC is taking his comedy global with his " LATE LIVE REVENGE" World Tour, performing all new material and continuing to break boundaries — both personal and professional — one city at a time.

From Autistic Kid to Austin Icon (With a Few Stops in Between)

From his humble beginnings in a city in a country on a planet (that he’s still convinced might be a simulation), AYMAC grew up as an autistic child who treated the television like his best friend — and honestly, it never interrupted him, so who could blame him?

After forgetting his lines as a young acting student — while hosting a show — he figured, “Why not make a career out of turning awkward moments into applause?” Thus began his unpredictable, crowd-slaying, music-infused comedy career.

AYMAC has since evolved into one of Austin, Texas’ most distinctive voices in the entertainment scene, blending brutal honesty, musical absurdity, and a whole lot of ADHD energy into a style that’s somewhere between stand-up, live therapy, and an emotional drum solo.

His comedy draws from personal experience — autism, synesthesia, bad haircuts, good parenting advice (that he doesn't follow), and what it’s like to turn life’s pain into punchlines without becoming a meme.

He made history in 1995 when he shattered records at Honolulu’s Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall with 11 sold-out shows and 23,000 tickets sold — an achievement so impressive the city declared November 24th “AYMAC Day.” (Take that, national holidays.)

He’s since sold out venues from San Francisco’s Warfield to the Winnipeg Club Regent, and made comedy history at the Brea Improv with 17,000 tickets sold in a single year. Not bad for someone whose childhood goal was "maybe not getting kicked off stage."

Named “Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” at Just For Laughs in Montreal, AYMAC has released four acclaimed specials on Comedy Central and Netflix, with Comin’ In Hot reaching global audiences and his album Live From Seattle hitting #1 on Billboard’s Comedy Charts.

You may have seen him on The Tonight Show, Chelsea Lately, @Midnight, or awkwardly flipping off Bobby Flay on Beat Bobby Flay. (It was playful. Mostly.)

These days, he’s hosting The DiVerGenX Podcast with Jo Koy, selling out theatres worldwide with his “LATE LIVE REVENGE” Tour, and proving you don’t need to be neurotypical to be hysterical.

 

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PRESS

 

Watch Video of AYMAC's Performances & Creations

 

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AYMAC is a dynamic performer with

range in comedy, music, acting &

Ceremonial Mastery.

 

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AYMAC is a boundary-pushing

comedian specializing in

autobiographical comedy, cultural

criticism, observation comedy, with

sharp wit,  raw vulnerability, social

commentary.

 

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AYMAC's comedic style is characterized

by  misdirection, neurodivergent

delivery, atop an authentically

neurodivergent presentation.

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AYMAC's jokes often take the form of a

hypomanic paced delivery, autistic

charisma, and a commanding presence.

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 [Turn Sound On]

 Stand Up Comic, Master OfCeremonies,

Singer / Songwriter, Rapper, ActorOpen

World Multiplayer Gaming

Fanatic, Psychotropic SurvivalistDigital

Content Creator, Author, Profesional

Busker, Freestyle Dancer, Entrepreneur,

Autism Awareness Activist,

& Host of

 DiverGenX™

 

STEREO PODCAST

 

KREEPIN IT WEIRD

 

MEME IS LIFE

 

The Offensive Centrist

 

MY GTA TV

 

MY OPEN WORLD

SOCIALS

TikTok 1

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Instagram

Rumble

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TWITCH

 

Scoopz

 

AYMAC VIDEOS

 

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THE DIVERGENX PODCAST

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VIZIER MULTIMEDIA

 

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ABOUT

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Stand-Up Comedy Career:

 

Aymac began his journey in

 comedy in 1994, initially working

 as a television personality/ presenter, and later

 radio personality.

 

Over the years, his passion for

comedy grew, leading him to

dedicate his life to the craft.

 

Aymac has written two comedy

specials, showcasing his unique

voice and perspective. He is

actively seeking a producer and

agent to bring these specials to a

worldwide audience.

 

Currently, Aymac is performing

comedy on a self-produced and

self-promoted tour, engaging

audiences with his sharp wit and

introspective humor.

 

In addition to his stand-up career,

Aymac is also a talented

singer/songwriter. His music

spans comedic and serious

themes, crafted for both listening

pleasure and live performances.

 

Aymac is committed to releasing

his music, and also writes and

produces tracks for licensing in

television and movies,

as well as video games.

 

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Aymac is venturing into the

podcasting world with his

upcoming show titled

"DIVERGENTZ."

 

Although the launch date is yet to

be announced, the podcast

promises to be a significant

contribution to all podcast

mediums, offering contracts,

unique entertainment and

insightful discussions.

 

Much like prominent figures on

major mediums, Aymac's podcast

will feature long-form episodes,

released once a week, ranging

from 30 minutes totas many hours

as needed, depending on the

Pguests, the context and situation.

 

The show will feature

a diverse range of guests from

various fields, providing listeners

with a broad spectrum of

perspectives and ideas.

 

"DIVERGENTZ" will be available on

major platforms, including Spotify,

Apple Music, and YouTube.

 

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In the 90s, Aymac was known as

an MTV personality, where he

gained significant experience and

visibility.

 

Today, he provides color

commentary on a wide range of

topics, bringing his unique insights

and humor to his commentary

work.

 

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While Aymac's specific film credits

remain to be detailed, his career in

television is marked by his role as

an MTV personality in the 90s.

 

His experience in television has

contributed to his versatile skill

set, which includes writing,

producing, and performing.

 

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Aymac currently performs stand-

up comedy primarily in Austin,

Texas, but his reach extends beyond.

 

He is embarking on a tour

that begins in Austin and stretches

to Colorado, with performances

scheduled in clubs across the

country, all the way up to Washington.

 

In addition to his stand-up

performances, Aymac has written

a one-man show that combines his

comedic talents with music and

dance, offering a unique and

entertaining experience for his audience.

 

He also hosts open mic

comedy shows across the country,

with Austin serving as his base of

operations.

 

Aymac's career is a testament

to his dedication to comedy, music, and entertainment. His diverse talents and relentless drive

continue to propel him forward,

making him a dynamic force  in the world of stand-up comedy and beyond.

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Booking

+1-512-351-7524

 

Management

+1-201-778-5550

 

 email: aymaczeta@gmail.com

 

 

 

DIVERGENTZ 

is a long/short form

variety  conversational

podcast/Vlog hosted by comedian

AYMAC, is a thought-provoking

production that blends raw, candid

insights with sharp, irreverent

humor straight to your

consciousness.

 

In a world dominated by

conformity, host Aymac, along

with diverse guests, delivers bold

comedy that challenges societal

norms and embraces authenticity

without compromise.

 

Aymac hosts the show, featuring

friends, guests, (and sometimes

enemies), that will include

comedians, actors, musicians,

influencers, authors, artists, and

beyond. 

 

CREEPIN' IT WEIRD

  1. Nu-metal-style chorus combining the chaotic energy of **System of a Down**, the rapid-fire wit of **Tech N9ne**, and the warped vulnerability of **Korn**, while leaning into **incongruity**, **shock**, **irony**, and **reluctant admission**—all centered around the bizarre, slippery topic of **baby oil and Astroglide**:

    🎤 **CHORUS:**


    *(Screamed, growled, and half-rapped)*

    **"Slathered in shame, I slipped through the truth —** **Baby oil dreams in a Teflon booth!** **Astroglide gospel on my bathroom floor,** **Why’s my soul stickin’ to the dollar store?!**

    **(Whispered, disturbed):** *It wasn’t for love...*

    **(Roared):** **IT WAS JUST FOR THE FRICTION!!** **Now my conscience is greased — no conviction!!**

    *(Ironically melodious)* **I told ‘em it’s lotion... but it ain’t, it ain’t!** **Tried to scrub it off, now the tiles got paint.**


    Let me know if you want a full verse or want to tweak the vibe (more Korn-style angst? More Tech N9ne precision? More absurdist SoaD energy?).

 **most unhinged, edgy-as-hell** version of the chorus. Going **full chaotic nu-metal**, pulling from the **paranoia of System of a Down**, the **machine-gun absurdity of Tech N9ne**, the **depraved vulnerability of Korn**, and pushing those comedy filters of **incongruity, shock, irony, and reluctant confession** to the **absolute brink**.

🎤 **CHORUS (NU-METAL MELTDOWN):**


*(Screamed from the gut, over grinding riffs and stuttering beats)*

**BAPTIZED IN SLIP, I’M A LUBE-STAINED LIAR —** **BABY OIL WARS IN A BASEMENT FIRE!!** **ASTROGLIDE PRAYERS ON A CRACKED FLOOR TILE,** **GRANDMA WALKED IN, DIDN’T BLINK — SHE SMILED.**

*(Spoken-rapped, sarcastic venom)* **“It’s for massage,” I swear with a twitch,** **But the floor’s a warzone and I’m naked... glitchin’.**

*(Growled like a demonic tantrum)* **SLICKER THAN SIN — I DOVE HEADFIRST,** **NOW I CAN’T HOLD GOD WITHOUT SLIPPING IN VERSE!!**

*(Melodic breakdown, with unsettling honesty)* **I said it was art... but the canvas moaned.** **Now the neighbors moved out, and the echoes own my home.**


This is raw, twisted, and dripping with self-aware filth. Want me to build a full verse or bridge around this next? We can go even darker, funnier, or more disturbing if you’re ready to dive deeper.


Oh, you want **another round**? Let’s **double-down**—ramp the **absurdity**, crank the **depravity**, and smear the whole thing in **satirical shame**. This chorus will be a **grotesque nu-metal opera of guilt, grease, and grimy truths**, sounding like **Korn sobbing in a meat locker**, **Tech N9ne speed-rapping in a rubber room**, and **System of a Down watching it all with bugged-out eyes and ironic detachment**.

🎤 **CHORUS 2: “SLICK APOCALYPSE”**


*(Violently whispered, then screamed with frantic crescendo)*

**Slipped in the truth like a greased-up confession,** **Got baptized in Astro at my own intervention.** **Baby oil baptism, burnin’ like shame,** **Tried to clean my sins but it clogged the drain!**

*(Frantic rap delivery, twitchy and accusatory)* **I told my girl it’s for “fitness and stretchin’...”** **She saw the tarp and said, “This is *not* a profession!”**

*(Hard breakdown, voice cracking with ironic sincerity)* **Now the ceiling’s got handprints, the cat won’t come back,** **I slipped in my own mess — twisted my back!**

*(Creepy sing-song, like a deranged lullaby)* **Oh doctor, dear doctor, the floor won’t dry —** **It’s a slip ‘n’ slide straight down to “why?”**

*(Final blast, like a chainsaw revving guilt)* **Used it for “science,” now I’m banned from the lab,** **Wrote my thesis in lube — and they still gave me a stab!**


Want to go even deeper into character? I can craft a full concept track around this—maybe a narrative arc where the protagonist spirals into a lubricated psychological meltdown. Let’s keep pushing the line.


Perfect. You're asking for a **full concept nu-metal track**, dripping in **satirical horror**, **comedic degeneracy**, and **grotesque personal truth**—and we’re going to build it like a tragic opera of a man undone by **lubricant-induced identity collapse**.

## 🧴 **Track Title: “SLIPPERY WHEN EXISTENTIAL”**

**Genre:** Nu-Metal / Industrial Rapcore **Influences:** *Korn, System of a Down, Tech N9ne, Mr. Bungle, early Slipknot* **Tone:** Parodic, deranged, grotesquely honest **Concept:** A man uses baby oil and Astroglide for "innocent reasons"... until the slippery slope becomes a lifestyle, a philosophy, and finally, a full mental breakdown.

## 🎶 STRUCTURE:

### **[Intro – Whispered/Glitched Spoken Word Over Industrial Clatter]**


*“It started with a stretch… just a little… lubrication… For joints, y’know? Not *that.* But then— Everything started sliding…”*


### **[Verse 1 – Rap/Rant Hybrid]**


**Crack a bottle of Johnson’s, I’m feelin’ divine,** **Drippin’ like a sermon from the oil pipeline.** **I said it's for yoga, but my mat’s in despair,** **Cause every pose I hit turns to Medicaid care!**

**The fridge got lube, the couch got gloss,** **I slipped through my rent check and fell on my boss.** **Tried to take a stand — but the ground said “no.”** **Even gravity’s like “bro... you gotta let go.”**


### **[Chorus – Unhinged Screams with Melodic B-Side Vocals]**


**SLATHERED IN SIN, AND I CAN’T FEEL CLEAN!** **ASTROGLIDE SCREAMS IN A GLEAMING MACHINE!** **WROTE MY LAST WILL ON A SLICKED-UP SLIDE—** **NOW MY SHADOW WON’T FOLLOW, IT’S TOO DAMN PRIDE-D!!**

*(Melodic echo, twisted lullaby)* **“You said it was lotion… you swore it was fine...”** **Now your reflection’s got lube in its spine.**


### **[Verse 2 – Tech N9ne-Style Fast Rap with Sarcastic Edge]**


**Now I’m banned from three gyms, two churches, a spa,** **One Slip ‘N Slide park and my ex-mother-in-law.** **They said “This ain’t natural,” I said “Define ‘pure’…”** **As I moonwalked out the courtroom, glistening with allure.**

**I don’t eat clean, I slide through meals,**

TIKTOK DOWNLOADER

 

 

Ah — SitePal, yes! You're thinking in the right direction.

SitePal was one of the early platforms that let you embed talking avatars on websites using text-to-speech. It was cool for its time, but compared to today’s tools, it’s basically a fossil 🦴.


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🧠 TL;DR: Are there better SitePal-style tools today?

Absolutely. And they’re far more powerful, realistic, and interactive — especially for meme or content creation.

Let’s compare:


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🆚 SitePal vs Modern AI Avatar Tools (2024–2025)

Feature SitePal Modern Tools (D-ID, HeyGen, Synthesia, Inworld, etc.)

Text-to-speech ✅ Yes ✅ Yes — with way better, human-sounding voices
Lip-sync avatars ✅ Basic (animated faces) ✅ Hyper-realistic, even with your face or character art
Viewer interactivity ❌ Mostly static ✅ Possible via chat, voice, real-time interaction
Character memory/personality ❌ None ✅ Yes — characters can remember topics or act like meme personas
Meme potential 😐 Limited 🔥 Very high — can create Skibidi-like AI meme stars or Sigma avatars
Custom voices ❌ No ✅ Yes — clone your own voice or use TikTok-style AI voices
Platforms Web embedding only ✅ TikTok, YouTube, Discord, Games, Web, Apps — multi-platform ready

 

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🧰 BETTER SitePal Alternatives for Meme Creators

🔹 D-ID (https://www.d-id.com)

Talking AI avatars from a still image

Great for meme-style faces or character personalities

You type or use AI voice, and it lip-syncs the character


🔹 HeyGen (https://www.heygen.com)

AI avatars, realistic talking heads

Great for building meme hosts (e.g. “ChadBot reacts to your cringe takes”)

Can export to Shorts, TikTok, etc.


🔹 Inworld AI (https://www.inworld.ai)

AI characters that can talk in real-time like game NPCs

They have memory, mood, emotion, and reactions

Perfect for building meme personalities that can argue with you or act out skits


🔹 Character.AI

Text-based personalities — use this to simulate a meme character’s brain

Can be scripted into voice later (pair with TTS like ElevenLabs)


🔹 Synthesia

More business-focused, but can create clean AI presenters

Could be used for clean meme hosts (like retro news reporter memes)

 

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Absolutely. Here's the 2025 streamlined music business model again, now with direct links and short descriptions to the best 3rd-party apps and platforms that cut costs, increase transparency, and give the artist total control.


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MODERN 2025 MUSIC BUSINESS SYSTEM

(No record label buyouts, 100% artist-owned, tech-optimized)


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REVENUE SOURCES (Fully Artist-Controlled)

Source Est. Income Tech Tools / Apps

Fan-funded Advance (NFT / Patreon / Pre-sales) $30,000
Patreon – Build monthly subscriptions from fans for early access, demos, merch, etc.
Sound.xyz – Drop music NFTs and share royalties with fans.
Ko-fi – One-time donations for exclusive content.


| Streaming Revenue (5M streams) | $20,000 |
DistroKid – $19.99/year flat fee to upload unlimited songs to all major DSPs (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.).
Amuse – Free distribution with optional label services.
Audius – Blockchain-powered streaming where artists keep ~90% of revenue. |

| Merchandise (Print-on-Demand) | $35,000 |
Printful – On-demand merch fulfillment (t-shirts, hoodies, accessories). No upfront inventory costs.
Shopify – Plug-and-play storefront. Integrates with Printful & social platforms.
Spring – Free store creation. TikTok/YouTube integrations. |

| Touring Income (small, profitable) | $20,000 |
Bandsintown – Promote shows, sell tickets directly to fans.
Tixr – Direct-to-fan ticketing with better payouts and branding.
Indie on the Move – Book shows, connect with venues DIY-style. |

| Publishing / Sync Licensing | $15,000 |
Songtrust – Global royalty collection for publishing rights.
Artlist – Submit tracks for sync placements in film, ads, and games.
Pond5 – Marketplace for licensing your tracks to content creators. |


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COST-EFFICIENT EXPENSES (All 3rd-party tech-enabled)

Category Cost Tools / Apps + Descriptions

Recording (Home Studio) $10,000
Splice – Royalty-free loops, plugins, virtual instruments.
BandLab – Free DAW + cloud collaboration.
LANDR – Affordable AI mastering, starting at $6/track.


| Producer Buyout + Mixing | $5,000 |
SoundBetter – Hire pro producers/mixers by the track or project.
AirGigs – Session players, engineers, and producers starting at $50. |

| Marketing / Promo Tools | $5,000 |
Canva – DIY album covers, ads, stories, press kits (free + pro plans).
ToneDen – Smart links and automation for fan engagement.
Promo.ly – Distribute music to DJs, blogs, playlists. |

| Merch Production | $10,000 | (See above: Printful, Shopify, Spring)
No upfront cost. Fulfilled on-demand. Printful integrates directly with stores. |

| Touring Costs (lean setup) | $10,000 | (See above: Bandsintown, Tixr, Indie on the Move)
No buses, small crews, direct fan ticketing = major savings. |

| Distribution Platforms | $20/year |
DistroKid – Most affordable way to reach DSPs.
RouteNote – Free tier with revenue split; paid for higher control. |

| Legal + Admin (Fair Contracts) | $2,000 |
DocuSign – Digital contracts and e-signatures.
Paperchain – Real-time revenue analytics + payouts.
SplitSheet – Automate royalty splits with collaborators. |


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FINAL 2025 REVENUE BALANCE

Total Income $120,000

Total Expenses $42,500
Net Profit $77,500
Split 4 ways $19,375 each

 

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Bottom Line:

This is 5x better net income per band member, using free or low-cost modern tools that eliminate middlemen, reduce overhead, and empower independent success.

Want me to package all this into a custom business plan, checklist, or toolkit tailored to your artist career or label? I can do that next.

 

 

 

1. REVISED 1990s DEAL (WITHOUT LABEL BUYOUT)

Income

Advance: $250,000

Tour Gross: $50,000

Merch Advance: $20,000

Publishing Advance: $20,000

Record Sales: 250,000 x $12 = $3,000,000 gross retail

Royalty: 13% of 90% = $351,000

Less advance: -$250,000

Less producer points (3% of retail minus $50,000): -$40,000

Less promotional: -$25,000
Net royalty: $36,000

 


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Expenses (recalculated without previous label)

From Advance ($250,000):

Manager: $37,500

Legal Fees: $10,000

Recording Budget Total: $150,000

Producer advance: $50,000

Studio: $52,500

Others (tape, rentals, transport, etc.): $47,500


Video Budget Total: $30,000

Album artwork & promo shoot: $7,000

Band Fund: $15,000

Tour Costs: $50,875

Tour Gross: $50,000

Agent (15%): $7,500

Manager cut: $7,500

 

Merch & Publishing Advances:

Merch manager cut: $3,000

Merch lawyer: $1,000

Publishing manager cut: $3,000

Publishing lawyer: $1,000

 

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Updated Balance Sheet

Entity Amount

Record Company Gross $1,625,000 (wholesale)
Artist Royalty (net) $36,000
Manufacturing/Distribution (250k x $2.20) $550,000
Gross Profit (Label) $1,625,000 - $550,000 - $36,000 = $1,039,000
Producer $90,000 (advance + points)
Manager $51,000
Lawyers $12,000
Studio $52,500
Band Members $36,000 / 4 = $9,000 each


So with no label buyout, each artist gets ~$9,000 instead of $4,031.25. Still not great for generating millions in revenue.


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2. 2025 STREAMLINED SYSTEM (NO LABEL BUYOUTS)

Let’s design a fair, efficient, modern structure—no legacy deals, no label interference.


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Modern Structure:

Revenue Sources 2025 Estimate

NFT/Patreon Advance (crowdfunded) $30,000
Streaming (5M streams @ $0.004) $20,000
Merch (POD via Shopify) $35,000
Touring (small, profitable) $20,000
Publishing (sync/license deals) $15,000
Total Revenue $120,000

 

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Modern Expenses (streamlined)

Category Estimated

Recording (home, digital tools) $10,000
Producer Buyout + Mix/Master $5,000
Marketing/Promo Tools (IG/TikTok ads, Canva, etc.) $5,000
Merch Production & Fulfillment (Printful) $10,000
Touring Costs (low overhead) $10,000
Web Services (DistroKid, Linktree, etc.) $500
Legal/Admin (contract templates, smart contracts) $2,000
Total Expenses $42,500

 

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NET INCOME (2025)

Gross: $120,000

Expenses: -$42,500

Profit: $77,500

Artist-controlled profit share: 100%

If split 4 ways = $19,375 each, 5x better than the 90s deal even without a buyout.

 

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BOTTOM LINE (NO BUYOUT SCENARIO)

System Artist Net Label Profit Transparency Ownership

1990s Deal (Revised) ~$9,000 each ~$1M Low Label
2025 Modern Model ~$19,375 each $0 (Artist-owned) High (real-time) Artist/Fan

 

 

 

 

 

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Now we're talking real disruption.

If the **record label is structured as a non-profit—with the explicit mission of supporting artists rather than profiting from them—then the entire model flips from extraction to empowerment.

Let’s break down how that works, and then lay out the structure, goals, and tools for a 2025 Non-Profit Record Label (NPRL).


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WHAT IS A NON-PROFIT RECORD LABEL (NPRL)?

A non-profit label operates with the mission to:

Support artistic development

Promote equity in the music industry

Create sustainable artist careers

Reinvest revenue into artist services and infrastructure, not executive bonuses or shareholder profit


IRS 501(c)(3) status (or local equivalent) allows:

Donations + grants (philanthropy, art councils, crypto DAOs)

Tax-exempt operations

Mission-driven transparency and accountability

 

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STRUCTURE OF A NON-PROFIT RECORD LABEL

Component How it Works in NPRL

Funding Grants, public donations, patrons, cultural institutions, DAOs
Revenue Sharing Artists keep 80–100% of sales/streaming/merch income
Services Recording, marketing, tour support provided at cost or subsidized
Staff Pay Flat salaries, not % of artist income
Board Governance Made up of artists, activists, music workers, not venture capital
Transparency Public annual reports, full expense tracking, no hidden royalties

 

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MODERN NPRL INCOME FLOW (2025)

Incoming Funds:

Grants: From orgs like National Endowment for the Arts, Shutterstock Create Fund, or private donors

Donations: Via Open Collective, Gitcoin (Web3), Givebutter

Memberships: Fans support the label via Patreon-style tiers

Revenue: 100% from music/merch/tours goes to artists (or shared only to cover admin costs)

 

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SERVICES PROVIDED TO ARTISTS (FREE or AT-COST)

Service Provided By

Recording NPRL-owned studio or subsidized partner studios
Distribution DistroKid, Amuse (flat rate or subsidized)
Marketing/Promo In-house team or low-cost freelance contractors
Legal Support Pro bono music lawyers or grants via Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Merch In-house or POD fulfillment using Printful, Spring, etc.
Tour Support Travel stipends, direct ticketing help, insurance options
Education Business coaching, contract literacy, release strategy

 

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EXAMPLE: NPRL ARTIST RELEASE FLOW

1. Artist joins label through submission or referral


2. NPRL gives $5,000–$10,000 in support (studio access, producer, promo)


3. Artist releases project using label’s distro and promo tools


4. 100% of music revenue goes to artist


5. Any surplus donations or funds go back into the next artist’s release


6. No royalties owed to the label

 


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TECH & TOOLS TO POWER A 2025 NON-PROFIT LABEL

Function Recommended Tools

Donations & Transparency Open Collective, Givebutter – For transparent community fundraising and reporting
Fan Support & Memberships Ko-fi, Patreon, Mirror.xyz (Web3 publishing + funding)
Grant Management Submittable – Manage and apply for arts funding
Collaborative Funding Juicebox – Raise funds for projects with token governance
Community Governance Discourse, Charmverse – Allow artists and fans to vote on label decisions
Smart Royalty Splits SplitSheet, Paperchain – Automate creator payments transparently
Digital Asset Sales Zora, Catalog – Sell music as NFTs with embedded revenue shares

 

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KEY BENEFITS OF A NON-PROFIT LABEL

For Artists For Fans/Supporters

No debt or predatory deals Know their money directly supports art
Keep control + masters Can participate in governance
Community-funded model See tangible impact of donations
Transparency + fairness Access to artist growth stories

 

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NEXT STEPS TO BUILD ONE

If you’re serious about starting or joining a Non-Profit Record Label, here’s a quick roadmap:

1. Define Your Mission – e.g., “Support underrepresented artists with fair, tech-driven infrastructure.”


2. Register as a Non-Profit (501c3 or equivalent)


3. Set Up Transparent Finance Platforms (Open Collective, Givebutter, etc.)


4. Assemble Core Team (artists, producers, admin, fundraisers)


5. Launch Pilot Releases – With 1–3 artists using lean tools


6. Report, Iterate, Scale – Public financial reports, feedback, community input

 


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Here’s the step-by-step breakdown for launching and operating a Non-Profit Record Label (NPRL) in 2025, from formation to artist release:


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2025 Non-Profit Record Label (NPRL): Step-by-Step


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I. Founding & Setup

1. Define the Mission & Values

e.g. "Support underrepresented artists with fair, transparent music infrastructure."

 

2. Form a Legal Entity

Register as a 501(c)(3) or equivalent nonprofit

Draft bylaws and articles of incorporation

 

3. Build the Founding Team

Include artists, community leaders, music professionals

Define roles: Executive Director, Artist Relations, Grants, Tech, etc.

 

4. Apply for Non-Profit Status & Licenses

IRS 501(c)(3) application (Form 1023 or 1023-EZ in U.S.)

Bank account, EIN, legal counsel

 

5. Create a Transparent Financial System

Set up Open Collective, Givebutter, or similar platform

Use accounting software (e.g., Wave, QuickBooks Non-Profit)

 

 

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II. Funding & Infrastructure

6. Develop Initial Budget & Business Plan

Define expenses for 1–3 artist releases, basic admin, and marketing

 

7. Raise Start-Up Capital

Apply for grants (arts councils, foundations)

Launch crowdfunding campaign (Patreon, Ko-fi, Juicebox DAO)

Seek mission-aligned donors and partners

 

8. Build Digital Infrastructure

Website, donor portal, digital assets system

Set up tools like SplitSheet, DistroKid, Shopify, Discord, etc.

 

9. Assemble Artist Services Network

Studio partners, engineers, visual designers, publicists

Create a vetted service list for artists

 

10. Create Artist Application & Selection Process

Open submissions or referrals

Transparent criteria and review board

 

 

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III. Artist Support & Release Process

11. Select Artists for Support

Approve project proposals

Set clear funding, deliverables, and timeline

 

12. Disburse Project Funds or Services

Fund studio time, cover art, producers, marketing

Pay collaborators directly or via platform like Open Collective

 

13. Support Recording & Production

Artist records with in-house or approved partners

Use budget-friendly tools: BandLab, Splice, LANDR

 

14. Distribute Music

Upload via DistroKid, RouteNote, Amuse

Credit NPRL only as facilitator (not rights owner)

 

15. Launch Marketing Campaign

Provide design support (Canva, Mojo)

Plan release timeline, pre-save links (ToneDen)

 

16. Sell Merch

Artist store with Printful or Spring

Profits go to artist or optional revenue share with NPRL for reinvestment

 

17. Coordinate Touring Support

Booking help (Indie on the Move), travel stipends

Promote via Bandsintown, Tixr

 

18. Educate Artist on Rights & Revenue

Register with Songtrust, PROs

Teach revenue tracking, splits, royalties

 

 

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IV. Ongoing Management & Growth

19. Collect Impact Data & Metrics

Track artist reach, revenue, growth

Report outcomes to funders & community

 

20. Host Events & Workshops

Artist talks, grant-writing sessions, contract literacy

 

21. Reinvest Profits into Next Round

Use donations + shared revenue to support future artists

 

22. Publish Annual Reports & Open Books

Maintain transparency: income, expenses, artist outcomes

 

23. Grow Network & Partnerships

Collaborate with other nonprofits, tech tools, and DAOs

Apply for multi-year grants, cultural sponsorships

 

24. Expand Artist Roster or Chapters

Open regional chapters or mobile studio units

Keep scale aligned with mission and impact

 

 

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