How to Find a Record Label - for Independent Music Artists

Having a record label is very important for each and every artist. Whether solo artists, rock bands, or independent music artists – all needs a record label to help one succeed in his chosen career. After mastering an instrument, have written your songs and world class music, and after finally deciding for a perfect name, the only thing you must do to finally get your music on top is to have the right record label for you.

Here are some good advices that independent music artists may consider to help decide for a label.

Be Ready to Find a Record Label
-    You really have to make sure that you are ready for a record label, because labels are more prone to paying attention to those who have already honed their craft very well and are  already able to put in some of the ground work. Expose yourself and play your music in front of many audiences. You may start playing at the local coffee house or open mic night. In case your area has only small to mid-size clubs, try calling them and know who’s in charge of booking an artist or a band. If you already have shows, you may also call the college radio station, go to independent record stores, know the listing guides in your area, and make sure they know what you are doing.

Make Some Research
-    If you are so ready to give your demo out as one of those aspiring independent music artists, don’t just go to Google and type “record label” and begin addressing your packages. It is important that the labels you are contacting are into the kind of music you are doing. Start looking at the record labels of those artist that you like and you must know who’s name should be written on the package you are about to send. Make sure that they accept and you know how they accept. There are some labels that don’t accept MP3 clips, while the bigger record labels don’t take anything they have not agreed to hear because of some legal reasons.

Never Waste Money
-    You must not waste your money on an expensive studio because a record label already understands that a demo is only recorded on low budget or sometimes on no budget at all. They never expect it to sound like a finished product; but, if they like your music, then it will shine through.
   
Keep it Brief
-    You should keep your introduction to the record label to just one page. They don’t like very long introduction; just tell them who makes the music, where you are from, any success you already had in your local area and upcoming shows, etc. Don’t forget to include your email address or your phone number.

Be Realistic
-    There are so many other independent music artists who have never given up approaching record labels to help them succeed. You should prepare yourself to hear some rejections and be prepared that you may not be hearing from any record labels soon. You just keep playing at your shows, writing your own music, and letting them know that you are out there doing your craft.