Whether you have major label aspirations or want to know how to start a record label, this labels 101 guide has you covered. How DO you start a record label? What are the pros and cons of major labels and indie labels? Should you start a record label? How can you get money to start a record label? All these questions and more are covered right here. Read on, and click on the links to get in-depth answers.
1. Before You Start a Record Label
So, you're considering starting a record label, but are you sure it is the right choice for you? Get help breaking down the argument in your mind and figureout if record label life is the life for you with this look at what you need to know before you take the plunge.
2. How to Start a Record Label
If you've decided that you want to start a record label - whether you're planning to start a label to release your own music or you're going to be hunting for new artists to bring to world - this step by step guide will teach you how to get your small indie label up and running so you can get that first release out there.
3. Definition: Indie Label
Getting a little confused by all this indie label/major label terminology? Find out what makes an indie indie.
4. Music Industry Funding 101
If you've figured out that you want to start a record label, it's now time to figure out how you're going to pay for it. Visit Music Industry Funding 101 to find out your options.
5. Do I Need a Record Label?
Just how relevant are labels these days. Whether you're a musician weighing up your options or considering you want to start a record label yourself, find out how record deals figure for artists in today's music climate.
6. Major Label Deal Pros and Cons
Every type of label brings something different to the table. Find out the pros and cons of working with a major record label.
7. Indie Label Deal Pros and Cons
What do indie labels have that majors don't - and where do the majors win out? Find out more.
8. Indie Label Profiles
Get the inside stories of some of the most success indie labels around.9. Major Label Profiles
Browse profiles of the majors and find out how they rose to the top of the game.10. Record Label Interviews
What better way to find out what running a label is like than hearing it right from the horse's mouth? These record label interviews let you do just that.
