Loing for a record label in Nashville to potentially sign to? Or just want to see some record labels in the state of Tennessee? Well here are seven of Nashville city’s coolest independent labels. We show who they are, what they do, and what types of acts they tend to sign. Thirty Tigers – A […]
Getting A Record Deal
If getting a record deal is your main aim, you'll want to read the below articles. We look at all different aspects on getting signed, from how to get that record deal, to when it's the wrong time to sign.
How Much Advance Do Record Labels Give, And How Much Should You Try And Get?
Many artists aspire to be signed to their dream label, independent or major. Some still view this as the pinnacle of success in the music industry. Being signed has certain advantages, though most are unwilling to do a whole lot for you unless they see you as being a viable money-making opportunity. If they don’t […]
How To Get A 360 Deal From A Record Label
If you feel like a 360 deal is the logical next step for your career, you probably aren’t alone in thinking that. It turned out to be a great career move for some bands like Para. So, if you know it’s something you want to do, how do you go about getting offered a 360 […]
7 Opportunities Unsigned Artists Have That Signed Musicians Don’t
What is the holy grail in the music industry? That depends on who you ask, but many musicians will tell you that it’s landing a contract with a label. Getting signed can be a worthwhile goal. But because of some of the restrictions it often comes along with, it might limit your flexibility and your […]
What Is A Publishing Deal? And How Can You Get One
Many musicians have heard about people getting publishing deals and wondered, what exactly is a publishing deal? For a long time I really had no idea what getting a publishing deal entailed. I knew people who had these elusive contracts and seemed to live pretty cool lives, but I didn’t know what they meant. Recently, […]
How To Get A Record Deal, The SHOCKING Truth About Getting Signed
OK, so today we’re going to lo at how to get a record deal. If you’ve ever had dreams of signing to a record label and have them propel you to fame and fortune, this is a must-read guide. In it we’re going to lo at two often overloed truths of getting a record deal, […]
4 Huge Mistakes For Those Trying To Sign A Record Deal
For many, many artists, signing a record deal is at the top of their priority list. Despite what you may hear, labels are not dead. Nearly every single artist that is on any chart ever has a record label behind them. The resources that a record label has to offer an indie artist are invaluable. […]
How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Signed To A Record Label
So, you’ve decided that you would like to score a contract with a record label. In today’s world, building a profitable and successful career as an independent artist is well within reach – so than it has ever been – but there’s nothing wrong with having major (or even minor) label ambitions too. If […]
Should I Sign A Record Deal If A Good One Came Along? Why I’d Say Yes
As you may know, I’m a huge fan of independent musicians. In fact, the majority of the advice on this website is based around moving yourself forward without having to rely on others to do you favors. That said, I posted a guide called ‘What are the chances of getting signed to a major record […]
What Are The Chances Of Getting Signed To A Record Label?
As much as I try and give you advice for progressing as an independent musician, I know it’s the aim of some to get signed to a record label. And that’s fine; the marketing skills I teach are a great way to get on the raider of record labels and get signed in future. But […]