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David Mysliwiec|CEO / Founder of The Upstate Sound Music GroupHow to Help Artists Keep Ownership Without Sacrificing GrowthDavid M. Mysliwiec Jr. is the CEO and co-founder of The Upstate Sound Music Group, a Grammy-winning label, publisher, and artist management company based in Nashville, TN. Built on the belief that artists should own their path and raise their flag, The Upstate Sound is more than a music company — it’s a movement for the next generation of creators.Under David’s leadership, the company has grown into a full-stack operation with divisions across records, publishing, studios, and live events. Whether it’s launching independent careers, locking in sync deals, or developing future execs through The Upstate Sound Academy, everything runs on principles laid out in our Codex.Known for cultivating talent from the ground up, David and his team combine strategy, integrity, and real-world industry access to help artists build sustainable, ownership-driven careers — no gimmicks, no shortcuts. Just rea