We explore all the steps that are vital to getting the attention of labels, from covering the key basics, where to find labels, and how to reach out to them. This comprehensive guide will help break down all the important steps so that you can elevate your career as an artist.
Tom Sarig, a music business veteran of over two decades, shows how his AntiFragile Music label does things differently, explains why big Spotify playlist placements are important yet not enough to “break” an artist, gives branding advice, and more.
Sony Theakanath, the CEO and Founder of Asaii, talks about their lead generation A&R platform serving record labels, and shares tips for musicians who want to be noticed by data-driven industry influencers.
Ryan Kairalla, an entertainment lawyer and author of the “Break The Business” book and podcast, talks about (not) trusting record deals, opening your own record label, new promising platforms for musicians, predictions for 2018, and more.
In A&R one has to keep an eye, or rather an ear, on what people are listening to nowadays. But one cannot follow what is popular blindly by copying it, authenticity and novelty are also important.
In this WeSpin Recipes episode, Adam Reifsteck, founder of dance music label Teknofonic, gives tips on getting signed, earning money through SoundExchange and PPL, and more.
