From discovering and nurturing talent to managing the intricacies of production, marketing, distribution, and more, record labels serve as vital pillars of support for artists seeking to make their mark.

Let’s dive into the multifaceted world of record labels, uncovering their diverse roles and responsibilities that go beyond just signing artists. Plus, we’ll look at what roles record labels may not have to worry about!

In this podcast episode, Scott interviews the indie record label, Stereofox. While the label is known for its curated Spotify playlists, Scott discovers there's more to the company than just curation. The interview delves into various topics such as the label's perspective on SubmitHub, the challenges of providing feedback, the label's origin story, and their unique approach to revenue streams. Listeners will learn about the various services Stereofox offers, including publishing and agency services, as well as their decision to produce 10" vinyl. Whether you're an indie musician or a music fan, this episode provides an inside look into the world of indie record labels.

Learn more: https://label.stereofox.com/

In this episode, we explore the four types of record label owners: the passion project, the entrepreneur, the artist, and the philanthropist. We examine the unique personalities and approaches of each type, and discuss the potential pros and cons of their respective styles. Whether you're a music lover, aspiring label owner, or just curious about the business of music, this article offers insights into the different approaches to running a successful record label.

Learn more at http://otherrecordlabels.com/4types

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Check out Jon at Transparent Mastering here: http://otherrecordlabels.com/directory

Download my FREE 10 Step Release Plan: http://otherrecordlabels.com/plan

As a record label owner, releasing new music can be both exciting and daunting. With so many factors to consider, from the timing of the release to the marketing strategy, it's easy to feel overwhelmed.

I want to provide you with 10 essential steps to help you plan your next release and set your artist up for success, and ensure that your new music gets the attention it deserves.

Read my takeaways from this episode... http://otherrecordlabels.com/recordstoreday

Interview with Larry Jaffee, author of the book, "Record Store Day"

Visit http://otherrecordlabels.com/books to get a copy of Larry's book, "Record Store Day"

Download my FREE toolkit for indie record labels: http://otherrecordlabels.com/toolkit

I get asked a lot about the status of my record label that I started in 2010. And I wanted to share a little of that story today. It actually dawned on me recently why I’ve found it hard to maintain my label and why it’s pivoted to being on hiatus and/or only releasing my own music.

I want to tell you the story of why I quit my own record label and three things you can learn from my hindsight.

Let's deep dive into the history and context of why record labels and distributors release their new releases on Fridays?

Plus we'll discuss the implications for indie artists and indie labels, how can we stand out, and when should we fall in line? 

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In this record label interview, we talk about all of the crazy unique ways that Flower Sounds have promoted and sold their label's releases.

This is a great lesson in how to think outside-the-box when it comes to record label marketing and promotion!

Let's discuss 10 common mistakes record labels make when creating album covers. 

Learn more here: http://otherrecordlabels.com/artwork