How to Get a Record Deal in as an Unsigned Artist / Band

[@IndieMusicAcademy]

Do you have any questions about the topics in this video? Leave a comment below and I'll be here responding for the next 3 hours :)

[@TheeSeer]

Another 100% true road map for the serious musician. Don't forget the presentation.

[@kestagfellertv9838]

Please I don’t understand what patron membership is all about

[@emma9ice]

I am a Nigerian, how does these works in my country,

[@emma9ice]

You mentioned a lots like,Distrokid,Soundexchange, Songtrust,BMI,Tunecore,AWAL musis and Ascape,I am a bit confused here,among all of them which one is the Best to connect with please.

[@watamuholidaying]

I just subcribed. Thank you for this article. Please Create more.

[@thelabelmachine]

'You need to be your own record label before you can attract a record label' SPOT ON!!! Exactly our philosophy Ryan

[@Bradleybrookwood]

Defeats the purpose of a record company in that case. If I'm going to bust my ass just to get a record company's attention I may as well not even get signed with a record company.

[@richardlabella]

Absolutely agree. I'm an artist singer-songwriter and it seems like common sense. I have a saying, "Write, Record, Release, Repeat". At some point 5 or 10 years down the road, you've come a long way, and you're ready

[@ZeLuJ]

Teamwork is very important

[@kmelodiq6403]

You don't even need a label anymore stay independent keep control of you life

[@marcusmagellan]

👍

[@charleslomanto]

This was absolutely great. I've been back and forth trying to decide which forum to go with for my music once I'm ready but this certainly helped me make up my mind. Can't wait! Thanks Ryan.

[@BenKrisfield]

I wouldn’t chase a record deal with major label. Do everything DIY and wait for an offer. All you gotta have is a very good and detailed music business and marketing plan. Those things are like gold. Also, make sure you got your metadata accurately recorded.

[@andr3wmend3z]

This is quality content for artist beginning their career like me!!

[@keepmoney600]

Fr

[@sirsilva7079]

Basically you need to do all the work that a label would have done on your behalf and once you have put in the hard work and figured it out then sign it all away to a label.

[@marcusmagellan]

You are right “band puts all the work in just to sign it all away. If an independent band does everything a label does, why not just stay independent (?)

[@thomasmaboko]

Thanx for giving me clear road map for the musical parth i have to travel

[@justinspringel714]

Valuable information! Appreciated.

[@JustinKarallus]

This is incredible Ryan!!!! My band is growing and we are getting great stats and start touring out of state shortly. Attracting a label is captivating to us and hearing you talk about the things we need to do in addition to what we are already doing is a huge help! Your advice has deffintly helped us build our brand. Thank you

[@melvinbejo]

I really enjoyed watching this video! Thank you so much

[@haydenc7362]

This video changed my life right now thanks!!!!!!!!!!! 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

[@bentroadstavern7225]

Great advice guys!

[@RaleighHeckel]

Thanks for this, Ryan. Helpful info and honestly a quick 30 minute watch :) parallel train cars is a good analogy!

[@deaconjack4186]

Good information. Decent video Thanx!!

[@aSoloVision]

Notes taken 📝

[@jacob_dewitty]

Love this mans philosophy, keep it up

[@Bradleybrookwood]

I couldn't market myself to save my life and I'm not wealthy. Those are the two biggest things that go against me every single time. I also evidently don't have the look that a lot of record companies want. I don't know what that look is but whatever it is it's obviously not me.

[@rom_ash_ca]

Ryan, thank you so much for filming such a comprehensive and exciting video! This is something to treasure as an independent artist and I am sure this will also provide great value to the musicians already signed to a label. Will be rewatching it several times definitely!

[@Mike-ki5ms]

For the most part, You don’t need a record label anymore.

[@kmelodiq6403]

Facts

[@FREEM1NDS]

Thank you so much for this!!

[@tkvalentino8159]

Be blessed ryn thank you

[@ronipoet]

Very informative and helpful. Awesome delivery! Thanks!

[@GTSongwriter]

Is there a way to stay behind your artist name, stay as anonymous, no real pictures of you. I understand the song writer name has to be legit, but other than that, can a indie artist remain anonymous?

[@KyleValet]

dude you are so thorough.....ty

[@Urdaddygetoverit]

If possible can you drop a vid on just a songwriter… when I wrote a song what do I do next I’m not a singer and I’m not interested in being one I just wish to write songs for pay. So how do I get my written work in front of an artist to perform it?

[@allenhayesmusic]

Great videos! I am a Country Americana artist and songwriter based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Do you have any advice specific to those genres?

[@marcusmagellan]

Most Americana, country, blues, folk bands/artists seem to stay independent. I’m pretty sure artist like Pokey Lafarge or Woody Pines stay mostly independent occasionally signing single album deals with record labels.

[@ChristineLanusse]

Thanks!

[@benzere07]

Great video

[@steveleslie]

Great advice, Ryan. You are a valuable and trusted friend to the Indy community. Great work!

[@shno01]

Great video! How do I contact you for playlists?

[@Seloboti]

i want a record label

[@chavodemichoacan]

Thanks My Friend! I would like to get some help from you.

[@YungDrenoOfficial]

You know something 💯

[@humblesavagegh5178]

Thanks man but for now I need management please I need. help🤔😥

[@rickterrell4369]

Good stuff.

[@ZeLuJ]

“Execs” huh, very interesting 🤨

[@DonnieBling-bd4ym]

Is it possible to get a record label to go in on a 50 50 deal with them like I make the music & they promote & market the project & split proceeds off residual sales

[@celestejewel4841]

💯💯💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@keyviacosta4564]

I’m in need of help finding a playlist influencer do you mind sharing

[@cezar1g]

i need record label for my work i will pay for it can you tell me where i can get those?

[@MontaCollier]

This is why you have to just forget getting singed and cover your bases and put out good music.

[@marbleempire1874]

First comment!

[@IndieMusicAcademy]

Wooo! 🙌🙌🙌

[@Seloboti]

i want a record label