Readers Respond: Do You Dream of a Deal or Are You Self Release All The Way?

Responses: 16

There have never been more tools available to musicians who want to self release their music, but even though the framework is in place, do you want to take on all the work? In other words, if you could wave a wand and create your perfect situation, would a fair deal with a label be part of the picture, or would you be master of your musical empire? Share your thoughts about record deals and why you'd like to land one or why labels don't stand a chance with you.

I want to be a famous singer

I have ben singing since I was 8 years old.And over those past years I really love singing.Singing is my passion I have a great voice and I want to be a famous singer.

—Guest Darlene Jones

I Wanna Record Deal

i sing & write my own music...i been singing since i was 11..i love music!!

—Guest Miketha

i really nee a record lable

well for the past couple of months ive been getting in school that i look alot like drake. Not that has anything to do with my deal, but im not amazing at wrighting music but i know if wanna of you guys get me at record deal and give me some lyrics to rap id become extremely sucseful like tpain and lil wayne, i have everytihng it takes to become a rapper like one of them i just dont have the lryics so if anyone of you guys could sign me with a record i promise youd id become extremly sucessful.

—Guest Stevenator

music is life

hi i really would love to be signed to a record deal but i need supporters you could go on my youtube page and listen to my songs : http:www.youtube.com/halokingdom leave me a comment tell me what you think and dont forget to subscribe thank you

—Guest Nicholas

I am manager and a producer

I am an up and coming manager and producer called Matt. I will sign you if you are dedicated, loyal, and NOT TONE DEAF. If you need me my email address is : piefaceproductions@yahoo.co.uk, Hope to hear from some of you soon. P.S - My Door is always open to sign new talent.

—Guest Pieface Productions

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—Guest Samar

Singing Chance

Sometimes it was hard listening to other people talk about how good it feels when you accomplish something. I think the only thing im missing is to be able to record music. I love singing and i believe it is something God gives to certain people for certain reasons of which you might never know. I do know how to sing and I thank only God for it, but now I wanna record more than ever.

—Guest gods child

looking for record label

right now I write all my music & lyrics,also produce,album is almost ready,check it out.myspace.com/eamonoshea

—etomd

None and both

I am currently recording a indie folk pop album with an up and coming producer and I have financed the recording myself. The track are sounding great and we are getting good feedback from a platinum-selling producer. I know that having the know-how and the connections of a label could definitely help get the music heard. I'd rather work with a local indie label (in Montreal) to promote and distribute my record, and help me work the media. I also need help to put together a great band. Ultimately whatever will be will be, I may just distribute it myself online. I'm just happy to be creating great songs and music.

—su.leyka

i got alot done i'm patient pt;2

an so far now i'm recording a rock n roll rap track 1 or 2 so when i get that done people can check it out but i talk with people from michigan, an California so so far i'm doin good if its any way u can help me mrs. heather it will be very helpful because seriously i have faith for a major deal i'm very good at what i do i been written songs for 5 years now an now i have 80 songs written to be honest i wanna make a double disk album like some famous artists does an right now its so many artists i wanna work with i wanna work with snoop dogg,krayzie bone,bone thugs n harmony,yolanda adams,patti labell,young buck, e-40,kid rock,knieght riduz,lil jon,keri hilson,xzibit, an alot more i already got ideas, alot of ideas for my albums i have to do is get a music contract an i can get started so or u can reach me at myspace/sylintknieght or yahoo because ya'll email me alot there anyway so but its so many people wanna deal now days its difficult findin especially when ur in a small area.

—Guest corey bryant AKA:sy-lint

i got alot done i'm patient

hi i'm corey bryant i signed with ya'll before but i forgot my password but ya'll can email me back at coreyb2007@yahoo.com i receive alot of music info from u guys but lets get to business i have so much to say i want this dream i already recorded a song i suppose to record 2 more tracks i'm with talent 2k i know ya'll heard of the company i write songs i did so alot of network on the computer i join over 70 music sites on the computers i know how to get in touch with the celebrities, major labels,famous artists an more i rather not try to call them like that because they dont know anything about me yet. i'M located in tifton,Ga its a very small place we have no potential here whats so ever lol. but i suppose to be catchin a flight goin to L.A. by the end of this year or next i already did ever thing here in tifton so its time to take it to the next state but talent 2k choose me outta the top 10 demos so i hope to be receivin another letter from them soon well email me back thanks.

—Guest corey bryant AKA:sy-lint

Make or break

I think you have to be very careful and know exactly where you stand in your carreer. A deal can make or break an artist, and to be fair, it's not the label that takes you to success, even though you have a deal. It's down to you, your decisions and your objectives.

—Guest Ivar

Exposure - Connections - a CHANCE!

I think it would be fantastic to be on a label. Even if it wasn't much money, I am soooo busy doing everything for myself that I know I can't do it all, WELL. I see the record company as a resource and a team that wants to profit, I want to as well, but I want to make GOOD quality music, having professionals that have years of experience to help me would be worth not being in the benjamins. I agree with Christopher's comment, after even a negative record deal, there's still a reach and exposure that a contract can give an artist NOT to MENTION it gives the impression to others and future execs that you are worth a look. You are in the door. I can dream, here's my link: http://www.avalemert.com Best luck everyone! Ava

—Guest avalemert

"Perfect Situation"? Of Course!!!

It is important to remember that a record deal is not for life. It is at the most for the length of three album cycles (for a new artist). If, an artist felt like they were getting screwed throughout the length of the deal, I still think they'd come out the other end better than when they entered it. Don't you??? After a "crappy" stint with a label, the artist would have more fans than before, and then they can do build from there.

—Guest Christopher Lars Carlson

I im seeking for a record label

Here in my country it is very difficult to be heard around the world, thats because we are a very small country and there are no record label available here, so with a record label i think that it would help us to be recognise around the world as they have what it takes. so that's why i think i require a record label. http://www.myspace.com/drlatala

—birdflysouth

hi

i'm a singer/songwriter looking for a record deal...i'm very good at what i do...

—Guest nicole