WHERE MUSIC EVOLVES
Beyond Genre. Into Impact. Through Identity.
Empowering Music Creators Since 2018
For Artists
Education & Growth
Courses, coaching, and live events to help artists build sustainable careers rooted in identity and discipline.
For Industry
Strategy & Impact
Consulting and workshops for brands, labels, and music tech to create meaningful, identity-driven success in our music industry.
Meet Your Guide
RIŻIK
HISHAM DAHUD (RIŻIK) is the embodiment of the “Artist Professional,” with nearly 20 years of dynamic expertise in the music industry.
Renowned for his strategic marketing acumen stemming as far back as managing MySpace pages for artists, Hisham has crafted and amplified the narratives of countless musicians, brands, and creative ventures through innovative campaigns and forward-thinking strategies.
His experience extends beyond marketing, deeply intertwined with a passion for artist development through his brand ArtistPro, where he empowers creators with educational resources, live events, speaking engagements, and community activations.
For over a decade, Hisham also served as Head of Marketing for acclaimed film composer Tom Holkenborg (Junkie XL), overseeing content strategy, audience growth, and marketing for Holkenborg’s iconic film scores, including Mad Max: Fury Road, Deadpool, Zack Snyder’s Justice League, and Godzilla vs. Kong. He spearheaded the development of Holkenborg’s YouTube channel, growing it from scratch to over 250K subscribers, transforming it into a premier hub for film scoring education and behind-the-scenes insights.
Complementing his industry expertise is Hisham’s own journey as an artist under the alias RIŻIK, blending neoclassical and electronic music with a live performance approach to composition. With evocative storytelling and immersive live experiences, he’s amassed over 80 million streams, culminating in a Coachella performance in 2024 with Saint Levant.
Hisham’s unique fusion of business insight, dedication to musicians, and firsthand artistry positions him as a sought-after leader capable of driving impactful change across every facet of the music industry.
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Industry Partners & Affiliates
RECENT EVENTS
Art of Connection Workshop
15 ArtistPro members met at the legendary Gold-Diggers studio in Hollywood for a transformative day of self-discovery and skill building to find what makes them a linchpin in their community.
SOUND Connections Conference
Featuring 12 speakers ranging from notable artists, managers, A&Rs, and more — this event sparked a wave of new relationships and collaborations across L.A.’s music scene.
Musician’s Institute Career Day
ArtistPro paid a visit to the students of Musician’s Institute where we flipped the script and had THEM on the panel, fostering conversations about authenticity, the direction of the music music industry and so much more. Truly an inspiring day!
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