These days there are so many different ways to record,
market, and even release your music that Phil Spector wouldn’t recognize the music
industry today if it convicted him of murder. But in these changing times, a
couple of things remain the same. One of these is that the route from amateur
local band to an international headliner almost always includes a stop at the
post office. Okay, so you’re not likely to be using a literal post office
anymore but the process is pretty much the same except that you save a little
money on stamps…although depending on how much you pay for internet…never mind.
This isn’t an accounting blog.
The act of sending out demos to a dozen or so record labels
is a ritual as old as co-opting minority culture to squeeze money from the
parents of suburban white kids. It’s a lot like applying to colleges except the
goal is for them to give YOU money. No matter how you recorded your demo, where
you’re sending it, or how many attempts you’ve made already, there are six
steps you can take to optimize your chances of seeing a return on your
investment. Picking the right songs and the right recipients is absolutely
crucial if you’re serious about making something happen, and carefully custom
written emails can help as well. For the rest of the list, follow the link
below:
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