
WHERE MUSIC MAKERS TRANSFORM
Beyond Genre. Into Real Careers. Through Identity.
Walking the path with musicians since 2018
SIGNATURE PROGRAM
REBIRTH
A Transformational Program for Creative & Career Success
Reinvent Your Art, Brand & Business
📌 For Advanced Music Makers Only – This program is designed for artists who already know how to create and produce music but are ready to break free from industry expectations and step fully into their own lane.
Guided by RIŻIK (Hisham Dahud), this celebrated program is your roadmap to artistic and career transformation—helping you shed the constraints of traditional music industry thinking, genre labels, and content fatigue so you can create, share, and thrive on your own terms.
This is Rebirth—a full creative and professional reinvention where:
🎵 Your music becomes a vessel for SELF-EXPLORATION.
🎭 Your identity forms the foundation of your BRAND.
💡 Your art becomes the engine of your BUSINESS.
The Outcome?
You will carve your own lane, build a self-sustaining creative ecosystem, and turn your artistry into a thriving career—on your own terms. 🚀






PROGRAM STRUCTURE
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Your Music is a Mirror – Know Yourself First
💡 “You think you know who you are… but do you really?”
This first section reprograms your thinking about your music and identity. You will break free from genre constraints, external validation, and the industry’s expectations to fully define yourself as an artist.
CHAPTERS
1. “What Do You Really Want?”
The Truth About Creative Freedom
Understanding artistic desire vs. industry conditioning
Identifying your deepest motivations for making music
2. “Escaping the Genre Trap”
Why You Are NOT Defined by a Sound
How labels & categories have boxed you in
Finding your core creative identity beyond genre
3. “Your Music as a Vessel”
Art as Self-Discovery
How your music is a map to your subconscious
Using creation as a tool for personal exploration
4. “The Artist’s Mindset Shift”
Unlearning the Industry’s Lies
Breaking free from approval addiction
Understanding that the industry rewards differentiation, not imitation
5. “You vs. The Machine”
Social Media as an Expression, Not a Chore
Escaping the pressure of content for algorithms
Reframing social media as a way to present your world, not chase engagement
🎯 PART 1 OUTCOME:
You will define yourself as an artist on your own terms
You will break free from external expectations and truly own your creative voice
You will see your music as a vessel for self-exploration rather than chasing trend
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Your Art Exists. Now, Let’s Communicate It.
💡 “You know who you are. Now, how do you get the world to understand?”
Now that you’ve unlocked your creative identity, it’s time to build a world around it so others can step inside. This is where we translate who you are into a recognizable and compelling presence.
CHAPTERS
6. “The Story You Tell”
Crafting Your Unique Narrative
What makes people connect with artists (hint: It’s NOT just music)
How to craft a compelling identity beyond just songs
7. “Visual & Sonic Identity”
Crafting a Cohesive Aesthetic
How your visuals should mirror your sound
Building a recognizable artist world
8. “Content as a Creative Act”
Showing, Not Selling
Making content that feels like art, not marketing
The difference between attention-seeking vs. depth-building
9. “Social Media: A Stage, Not a Chore”
How to Share Without Selling Your Soul
How to treat platforms as galleries, not ads
Finding a content strategy that suits your artistic personality
10. “Building a Magnetic Presence”
How to Make Your Art Pull People In
The psychology of attraction in branding
Why being polarizing is better than being forgettable
🎯 PART 2 OUTCOME:
You will have a clear brand identity that truly reflects you
You will know how to communicate your art in a way that draws people in
You will feel in control of your public image and presence
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Music is Your Calling. Now Let’s Make It Your Living.
💡 “Creative people get paid when they learn how to own their ecosystem.”
This final part of the escape plan helps you build a sustainable structure that supports your artistry financially, without relying on labels, managers, or industry gatekeepers.
🔹 CHAPTERS 🔹
11. “The Digital Funnel”
Turning Listeners into Lifelong Fans
How to own your audience (beyond Instagram & TikTok)
Why email lists & direct relationships matter more than ever
12. “Monetizing Your Identity”
Revenue Beyond Streaming
How artists make real money (with or without millions of streams)
Diversifying your income streams through branding, content, and direct support
13. “The Independent Artist’s Business Model”
Structuring for Longevity
Setting up a financial foundation for your career
How to think like an entrepreneurial artist
14. “Scaling Your Impact”
Leveraging Collaborations & Partnerships
How to attract high-level opportunities
Turning your unique vision into a movement
🎯 PART 3 OUTCOME:
You will have a sustainable business plan for your music career
You will own your audience & income streams without relying on labels
You will have a path forward to making music your full-time focus
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You’re No Longer Alone. Now, You’re Part of a Movement.
💡 “The fastest way to grow is to surround yourself with others on the same mission.”
Once you’ve defined your identity (Part 1), built your presence (Part 2), and created your business ecosystem (Part 3), the next step is to stay connected, accountable, and continually evolve.
By completing this program, you’ll unlock access to The ArtistPro Inner Community, where serious, forward-thinking artists support each other, share insights, and continue evolving together under direct mentorship from RIŻIK.
“Live with RIŻIK”
Monthly Deep-Dive Masterclasses
Exclusive live streams where we dive into creative breakthroughs, brand strategy, and music business growth
Real-time Q&A, project feedback, and hands-on coaching
“The Private Chat”
24/7 Connection with Advanced Artists
Access to an exclusive, high-level group chat
Share wins, get advice, and connect with other committed music makers
No fluff, no noise—just serious conversations with serious artists
“Ongoing Accountability & Challenges”
Keep Growing Beyond the Program
Weekly & monthly challenges to keep you pushing forward
Personalized guidance on what’s working & what needs adjusting
🎯 PART 4 OUTCOME:
You will have direct access to RIŻIK and other serious music makers
You will stay accountable and continue growing beyond the course
You will be surrounded by a powerful network of like-minded artists who want to transform the industry instead of conforming to it
Click each section to expand and learn more.
They made the choice.
Don’t just take our word for it.
🚀 FINAL TRANSFORMATION: BECOMING THE ARTISTPRO
At the end of this program, you will:
✅ Break free from external expectations and fully own your creative identity.
✅ Craft a world around your art that resonates deeply and attracts the right audience.
✅ Develop a sustainable career strategy that empowers you to make a living from your music.
✅ Join a community of visionary artists who are redefining what it means to be independent.
🔥 This is your Rebirth. Your music. Your identity. Your career—on YOUR terms. 🚀
Meet Your Instructor
RIŻIK
RIŻIK (HISHAM DAHUD) is an artist, career strategist, and educator who bridges the gap between creativity and professional sustainability. As an artist and live performer, he blends neoclassical and electronic music with immersive storytelling, amassing over 80 million streams including a performance at Coachella 2024 alongside Saint Levant.
With nearly 20 years of music industry experience, he has carved his own lane at the intersection of artistry and business, developing marketing strategies for artists, labels, and music-tech innovators. As the founder of ArtistPro, he has guided countless creators in aligning their artistic vision with sustainable career strategies, making him a sought-after educator in the creative space.
Whether performing, producing, or mentoring, RIŻIK is dedicated to helping artists navigate their careers with clarity, purpose, and impact.
ArtistPro is…
COACHING
It’s a windy path. You don’t have to walk it alone.
EDUCATION
Serving topics that matter. Go at your own pace!
LIVE EVENTS
This is where real career growth happen… in real life.
EVENTS
Art of Connection Workshop
(November 9th, 2024)
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
(October 10th, 2024)
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
(November 16th, 2024)
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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