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Collaboration Over Competition| |Unpaid Invoices| 104 pt.1

Season 1, Ep. 4

Welcome back to Unpaid Invoices! In this episode, Denique and Keirra dive into the ever-evolving creative industry, discussing everything from rising talents like Tanner Adele to the latest drama in music and film. They break down important topics, such as collaboration vs. competition, while reflecting on the challenges that come with making real connections in the industry. Get their take on the latest trends, including Zayn Malik’s new music and the potential TikTok ban. If you love raw, unfiltered conversations about the creative world, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to follow us on IG @UnpaidInvoicespod and join the conversation. 🔥 **Enjoyed the episode?**


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00:00 Intro 05:37 School Boy Q album review 07:27 TOP 5 11:49 Off/Record 36:10 PT 2 TEASER

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