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In this episode, I talk with Polina from 3Tone Publishing all about music publishing. We talk about how difficult it is for record labels to start a publishing company. We also talk about our new online course on Music Publishing that Polina teaches.  Learn more about the new course: http://otherrecordlabels.com/Courses   Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.

Music Publishing - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)

It's risky to invest actual explicit money into any business, let alone a record label. But there are a few great reasons why we should... Let's discuss! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Quick Tip: Why You Should Invest in Your Record Label

In this episode, I chat with Jennifer from Kiam Records. We talk about getting sync placements on TV commercials and we chat about how awkward it is sometimes when your an artist on your own label! ►► Listen to my extended interview with Jennifer and get access to bonus episodes by becoming a Patron! → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Patreon Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Kiam Records - (Jennifer O‘Connor, Bird of Youth, Clint Michigan)

Spoiler alert: It is actually growing! Just not in the linear way we expect things in life to grow. The fact is, our labels grow the way a child grows... in random, unpredictable spurts. Let's discuss! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Quick Tip: 5 Bandcamp Mistakes to Avoid

In this episode, I chat with Josh from Refresh Records. One of the coolest things we talk about in this episode is how critical it is for labels to get out into their local communities. Like Refresh did by setting up shop as the only label at a comic book fair!  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Refresh Records - (Halogens, Gnawing, Young Mister)

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In this episode, I talk with Alyssa Mark who is the Senior Director of Label Member Relations at A2IM, The American Association of Independent Music. We talk about their work in advocating for independent record labels as well as the community and resources they've built to support independent music. We also talk about how the improvements that effect larger indies can also have a positive impact on smaller independent labels.  Find out more on A2IM by visiting http://otherrecordlabels.com/a2im   Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.

A2IM - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)

Quick Tip: Why Your Record Label Isn't Growing

Welcome to our monthly series called, Record Label Case Studies, where we take a look at indie record labels who are doing inspiring things, and what we can learn from them! Our third Case Study is with Lauretta Records, as we look at why independent record labels exist, and what we're called to do.  Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://otherrecordlabels.com  

Case Studies: Lauretta Records on Creating Your Own Roadmap

In this episode, I chat with Cathy Pellow about the family-like community they've created with their label headquarters. We also chat about the dire condition of vinyl pressing wait times and how it's affecting artists. ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Sargent House - (Deafheaven, Alexis Marshall, Lingua Ignota)

Let's talk about a few easy things we can do as record labels that will help us stay organized! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Quick Tip: How to Keep Your Record Label Organized

In this episode, I chat with Alec Bemis the co-founder (along with Aaron and Bryce Dessner of The National) about starting and growing their record label over the past 20 years!  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Brassland - (The National, Bartees Strange, Doveman)

Do you ever feel like you are annoying your audience on social media or in your emails? This episode is for you! We're going to look at three reasons why you are not annoying your audience and why you shouldn't be worried about annoying your audience!  ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Quick Tip: Are You Annoying Your Audience?

In this episode, I chat with Ryan Hemsworth about his label Secret Songs. ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Secret Songs - (Ryan Hemsworth, Yvois, Kogane)

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