Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
Did you know that some people have started a record label on accident? Yes, it is that easy. Truly all you have to do is make some records and sell them and you have figured out how to start a record label. The only permission you need to have is from the artists themselves. Other than that, you are good as gold…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
Independent record labels have been around since the beginning of records themselves. The biggest problems in the past, when figuring out how to start an independent record label, have had to do with funding and the generation of profits. “Indie” labels more recently though have exploded on the music industry scene for many reasons…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
The most commonly asked question to the A&R Reps is how can I get noticed by the people the man? The answer is that your efforts need to start locally and work your way out. Following are some very useful tips, suggestions and music promotional ideas that should be applied in your plan of attack for getting noticed…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
While exploring how to start an Independent record label, you will find that they appear in all shapes and sizes. Depending on who you are and what your expectations may be, you can decide how large or small your label is…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
If you are trying to learn how to start and run your own record label then you have come to the right place. Positioning your record label, along with producing and selling your first records will take time. But how quickly things progress along will depend on how much time and dough you are able to put into the label itself…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
Owning your very own record label is a dream that will become a reality for many. Anyone can do this! From the artist who just wants their music heard, to the manager, promoter or producer who is sure they have found the “next big thing.” Maybe you are sick of trying to secure another release with some other label…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
It is no secret…As an Indie Label, your artists will see more profit per record sold than they would if they had a deal with a major label. This means your business’ Return of Investment is greater than major record labels’. This is awesome to know if were thinking about how to start and run an independent record label…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
Many people are under the impression when deciding how to start an independent record label that they need a large amount of experience and education about the music industry. Although this is not a bad thing, networking seems to play an even larger role in this industry…
Posted by Cohen Ty on May 30th, 2007 in Music ·
When calculating how to start a record label, you will need a budget. A simple way to break things down is by using categories, Income and Expense. Keep it simple because I am going to gather that most of us aren’t accountants. Remember though, these are only your expected costs and profits…