Be Your Own Record Label - (2024 Guide for Indie Musicians)

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  • @OtherRecordLabels
    @OtherRecordLabels  2 года назад +27

    Thanks for watching friends! Download my free Toolbox for Indie Artists - otherrecordlabels.com/toolbox

  • @saint_ofc
    @saint_ofc 2 года назад +96

    Build your socials with consistent content
    Learn Facebook ads
    Release a single every 4-8 werks
    Get better ar your craft (singer/songwriter/producer)
    Repeat 🔁

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 года назад +6

      Thanks for the comment! And thanks for watching! -Scott

    • @renosance8941
      @renosance8941 Год назад +2

      Thank you... just seeing it put straightforward really takes a lot of stress off my chest. 🙏❤

    • @thedailyremedy968
      @thedailyremedy968 Год назад +2

      Spot on-whether people like it or not its now your exposure and who you are, your engagement on social media as well as the music that will have people be exposed to your music and the 1-3 percent of your fans, if you are good at what you do, who are personally affected enough to want to support you by donation or purchasing your music

    • @natalieclarke-white4758
      @natalieclarke-white4758 Год назад

  • @bandofpranksters
    @bandofpranksters Год назад +27

    It's so weird that there are more "how-to-make-it indie" content creators than there are truly indie artists today. It's almost like artists are now just another demographic to sell content. 😊

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад +3

      Great thought. I’m an indie artist too. I like to think of it as a shift in how the industry works these days, where artists who’ve gone before can share their experiences with their peers. The industry was very opaque as early as ten years ago. Far less gatekeepers these days, which is awesome.

    • @dansintribe
      @dansintribe 11 месяцев назад +2

      exacly! teaching how to make/promote/record/mix/master music is much more money than making music in times when everyday 120k songs are out. People who realise that get o "teching train" o- course / beat /sample selling

  • @Famegrowers_com
    @Famegrowers_com 9 месяцев назад +48

    *Fantastic content! We're in the business of helping artists get their music out there on different platforms, and we're well aware of how hard it is to reach a larger audience by own. Such videos are a treasure for any musician.*

  • @SkyGlizzyRecords
    @SkyGlizzyRecords 11 месяцев назад +4

    I started my own record label a few weeks ago. Signed myself on my own label. Opened up a few more doors, too quick to notice any big differences in my streams. Haven't paid and made 38 albums and went ahead and retired after my 38th album. 11 listeners on spot. And 86 subs on yt. So I just retired from making music but I own my own record 🏷 now.

  • @Nightmarethetv
    @Nightmarethetv Год назад +10

    So glad this video showed up in my feed!!! I'm a singer-songwriter and I'm currently planning my comeback after 7 years without new releases and I'm extremely grateful that you made this video, thank you so much!!!

  • @jeffrey322
    @jeffrey322 Год назад +14

    Many artists (of all types) make the mistake of thinking that because they've created it, people will be interested in it. However, people need a reason to be interested in a piece of product.
    Your video is well-rounded in presenting this concept and comprehensive.
    This image of making copies of a product that sit in the basement is absolutely a fact--and I have witnessed this first hand! Everything you do should have a reason and a goal.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад

      Thanks so much for the comment! Totally agree!

    • @redcurrantrecords
      @redcurrantrecords 11 месяцев назад

      So true, I use Shazam count as a good metric of if a marketed song is something people are really interested in. So far I have only release one song with a good Shazam count.

  • @redcurrantrecords
    @redcurrantrecords Год назад +12

    Funding isn't as much of an issue as an older artist, but getting new fans and releasing music that is not as much on trend is the difficult part.

  • @CastleHassall
    @CastleHassall Год назад +5

    good points in the threads below.. About how every time we share a link to our music videos we are actually leading people to use that app or platform etc and they cut the revenue DRASTICALLY during the apocalypse on RUclips as they know people will still put videos on it no matter how small the income is.. And most viewers don't really want to give money to the musicians they listen to but the musicians have got bills to pay and get a really rough end of the deal..
    And to make matters Worse RUclips have the nerve to "visually reduce" (shadowban and delete comments we leave) profiles and comments we make if we mention our own channels in comments or try to get people to go to our channels in comments we leave on other videos as it's seen as spam, but how on earth are we supposed to raise awareness of our songs if we can't mention our songs ever.. It sucks..
    I've got songs on my channel that people love in real life but my channel stopped growing and my comments keep disappearing since i spoke out against some big players in industry and politics.. But i need to be true to what i feel is right in this world..
    But yes that point that we lead people to the app when we ask people to check out our songs.. That should be rewarded better by RUclips
    Start using other platforms more maybe?
    It's not easy though..i met a VERY legendary producer who was saying to me that he was thinking of stopping doing music as he's tired of having to tour to pay bills and no one is actually buying music any more so his royalties are very small despite him having produced some really classic albums in Reggae
    Best wishes to you all
    from Rolland
    at Castle Hassall
    in Scotland

  • @RickyConnelley
    @RickyConnelley Год назад +34

    I put my first album out a few months back. I had no money for marketing. I just released it on word of mouth and socials. Been playing rounds in Nashville. Hoping it grows naturally. Wish I’d had a better plan starting out. Great video man.

  • @jackrighteous
    @jackrighteous 7 месяцев назад +1

    ❤ that quote about overestimating 1 year plans and underestimating 10 year plans

  • @ItsWesSmithYo
    @ItsWesSmithYo Год назад +4

    Great insights. 25 years in, a great 1st step is getting your head around your definition of “success” in creating vs. business. Set and pursue goals with that in mind and you will be gold.

  • @PremRohan
    @PremRohan 2 года назад +8

    I appreciate you and your service friend, thank you. Much love to you.

  • @Blue_diamond011
    @Blue_diamond011 11 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge. The music field is full of traps and dead ends that have us indie artists spending money, getting disappointed and demotivated. I'll follow your advice and see where it takes me.

  • @stevenewtube
    @stevenewtube Год назад +2

    Brilliant! A master class for all independent artists. I will be sharing.

  • @cheslinscheepers2547
    @cheslinscheepers2547 Год назад +5

    Thanks your content is excellent. You are helping many artists all over the world and it is much appreciated 🙏.

  • @wildhorsemusic1111
    @wildhorsemusic1111 Год назад +3

    Subscribed! Thank you for talking fast and not editing. I actually enjoy people talking without a bunch of clips! Totally going to use this information. I just published my first Album Quest For Tellemeriaa here on RUclips, but haven't gotten it out on any other platforms. I really need to do this. I think this video helped me get my head in the game so to speak. Thank you!

  • @matthewyates2031
    @matthewyates2031 9 месяцев назад +1

    I've found this extremely helpful. I deeply appreciate your time. Thank you very much. I will be watching more of your content.

  • @GigiUK
    @GigiUK Год назад +2

    I have always been confused about publishing, like, do I have to officially start a business and create some kind of paperwork that I have to use for each of my songs? I’m sure there is paperwork. So, what is it? What does it look like? What are all of the legalities and requirements needed to be on there? If I release and upload music online do I need to create paperwork for each track? Who does it get sent to? How can such documentation protect me? Do I send it somewhere so that it’s date-stamped and kept on file at a third party location / company? I can’t just release music and be protected if I don’t register my music at another official company or if someone wishes to challenge me, then I can’t be expected to protect myself if I "started my own publishing business and I have a few pieces of paperwork in a drawer in my kitchen". To me, paperwork and protection are what confuses me and puts me off releasing music because I don’t know what publishing actually is. Do I start a business and go through the legalities with my government just so that I can protect myself even though I probably won’t be trading and making money for a long time? If I start a publishing "business", I will have to complete annual tax returns and everything else involved in running a business. So, what is the simplified way to publish and protect my work? Thank you

  • @LearnThaiRapidMethod
    @LearnThaiRapidMethod Год назад +1

    Excellent! But I’m a bit confused about your references to records, vinyls and CDs. Who buys these things nowadays? And what do you mean by manufacturing and distribution?
    I’d prefer you to advise on how to monetize one’s songs, performances, audio recordings, videos entirely online. And/or talk about how getting one’s music heard as widely as possible (for free?) can lead to paid gigs, tours, or other forms on income.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад

      I don’t know all of their names, but in the US, 43.4 million vinyl records were sold in 2022; and 33.4 million CDs sold in 2022.
      Source: www.riaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2022-Year-End-Music-Industry-Revenue-Report.pdf

  • @montenmusic
    @montenmusic Год назад +1

    Great info. Wish I had full time to focus on this.
    Keep creating✌

  • @AceEmUp4x
    @AceEmUp4x 11 месяцев назад

    Preciate the class. I turned down a deal a few years back & went independent. It’s a lot of work but it’s YOURS

  • @WeaselWorks
    @WeaselWorks Год назад +3

    Thank you. This was incredibly helpful to me, and I'm in a completely different industry! So glad your video popped up for me!

  • @mirecmusic
    @mirecmusic Год назад +3

    Good info, I use the old school method when it comes to a new release.Once the song is released I concentrate on the first six weeks on heavy promotion (This after a two to three week pre promotion first) If you can't get the attention on this song in six weeks you don't have a good record. I've done it, tried it,and worked it. The people will let you know if you have a record or not. Try to promote your song to Charts not playlist. Charts tend to put your sons on the list base on sales not likes and followers. Playlist are stuck in the system where you only get paid 00.3 cents per (streaming hours not streams). Touring is good for the self contained artist how can entertain an audience with live music not all track dates. Just sharing some experiences.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад

      Awesome thanks!!

    • @coldhardtruth333
      @coldhardtruth333 11 месяцев назад

      What platforms do we use to reach these charts?

    • @kojoefante
      @kojoefante 7 месяцев назад

      That’s not true about not having a good record ..

    • @mirecmusic
      @mirecmusic 7 месяцев назад

      @@kojoefantetry it, if you put out a so so song and you are not getting good feedback in 15 to 30 days and then 5 weeks later you are not getting good song reviews and numbers it's the song.I have heard of some milking their song for over a year and still not getting good feedback. You can't market bad music people want to hear good music.Don't let your ego get in the way of fact and reason.(Not you but the artist in general ) One Love

  • @DreamingWhileAwakeMusic
    @DreamingWhileAwakeMusic 6 месяцев назад +1

    Great information and video, thanks for posting ✨🙌

  • @hloniphiletshuma4134
    @hloniphiletshuma4134 Год назад +3

    Hello there l have 117 gospel songs of my own l would like to sing them not to sell them but l don't know how to start or where to start 😢

  • @GeminiCove
    @GeminiCove 2 года назад +3

    Always appreciate your videos/content, thank you!

  • @The-Legend-of-P
    @The-Legend-of-P Год назад +3

    hey man! thanks for these awesome tips! I really appreciate it! These just clarify what I'm already thinking and its nice to know that it really is just a grind

  • @Frank.Zimmermann
    @Frank.Zimmermann Год назад +1

    Thanks a bunch Scott! This is exactly what I needed! 🙏🙌

  • @pineconesandspaceships
    @pineconesandspaceships 8 месяцев назад

    Powerful post and i love thecway you are showcssing thecreal artikal lifestyle in the islands. Respect!

  • @AllenSimpsonDGR8
    @AllenSimpsonDGR8 Год назад +1

    Thank you for articulating all this

  • @pheldonmajors2999
    @pheldonmajors2999 Год назад +1

    Thank you for everything!

  • @johngreasy
    @johngreasy 9 месяцев назад +1

    I have my own Inde Label And I Love It!

  • @slattbabii2133
    @slattbabii2133 Год назад +1

    This video was very helpful. I wrote down all the notes and downloaded to toolbox. Thank You so much!

  • @krzysztofgraban
    @krzysztofgraban Год назад

    So it takes me back to what I should have done before mastering 😊

  • @Creator_Veeto_PAEACP
    @Creator_Veeto_PAEACP Год назад +2

    The problem is we dont have a platform to promote Independent Artists. We all use “their” aka the big corporations platforms instead of creating our own. Granted it takes work but there is no community without you or me.

  • @phillipchristoffersen3632
    @phillipchristoffersen3632 2 года назад +3

    Lots of good tips!

  • @uriel-heavensguardian8949
    @uriel-heavensguardian8949 Год назад

    Awesome information
    I’m in the process of opening my own. To release my own projects. This info is golden

  • @windfallenterprises2754
    @windfallenterprises2754 Год назад +1

    Hey Scott, Thank you for sharing this valuable information. Apart from the info you are clear, concise & methodical in your approach & delivery. I can use the toolbox, which I downloaded, to help navigate my next release. Keep up the good work. I’ll be watching! Vernon

  • @TheOneJPtv
    @TheOneJPtv Год назад +2

    This is a Great video. I believe in keeping cost LOW...

  • @jazsebastian
    @jazsebastian Год назад +1

    Amazing, I may need to do this.

  • @absynthemoon
    @absynthemoon Год назад +1

    Amazing video and know how, thanks for that. Quick question though: how this applies to an underground metal band? Cheers.

    • @goatman3057
      @goatman3057 Год назад

      Fair question, I can get you mangos in mango season ruclips.net/video/lmkQLkEpo08/видео.htmlsi=MNvQk1JIw28dJYnw

  • @maestralive3493
    @maestralive3493 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you

  • @michaeljarmstrongjr5569
    @michaeljarmstrongjr5569 10 месяцев назад +1

    Gratitude my friend 🙏

  • @chosenonebeats
    @chosenonebeats Год назад

    The best video I’ve seen on this topic, subscribed

  • @macthemessenger
    @macthemessenger Год назад +1

    This was sooooo helpful thanks

  • @LoveStroker
    @LoveStroker Год назад +4

    My first EP took about 6 months to start getting regular streams. It's been slowly gaining momentum.
    Prepping for my first Full Length release in December!

  • @thisislenard
    @thisislenard Год назад +1

    Amazing video, just found out this channel now! I'm going to be regularling coming back to learn, thanks for providing so many great resources for artists!

  • @laruethelegend
    @laruethelegend Год назад +1

    Bro this was amazing! Thank you 👍

  • @cacinmodansx
    @cacinmodansx 2 года назад +1

    it is really helpful with all the insight and definitely to implement for my next release! really appreciate for your time to share this. thank you!

  • @newgalaxies4110
    @newgalaxies4110 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for your knowledge I like to business network with you in North East

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching! Visit otherrecordlabels.com to access all of my resources! -Scott

  • @johnnybisone3596
    @johnnybisone3596 Год назад

    Thank you for creating this - it inspired me. Well done.

  • @tonyg983_
    @tonyg983_ Год назад +1

    This information is still valid! Great insight 💯💯

  • @waynebo248
    @waynebo248 Год назад

    Great video. Thank you. I am working on developing my mindset beyond "just making music". This was very helpful for me. 👍🏾

  • @ogPersonA
    @ogPersonA Год назад +1

    Great vid, thanks!

  • @elel2608
    @elel2608 11 месяцев назад

    22:19 have a hierarchy for priorities on where to drive fans

  • @MediaMusik777
    @MediaMusik777 Год назад +1

    i like watching these videos , they give me hope for me and my pizza box home.

  • @Altarheart
    @Altarheart Год назад +1

    Great stuff here!

  • @MattLeFaitMusic
    @MattLeFaitMusic 2 года назад +1

    This was really good! Thanks!

  • @edduchaves4170
    @edduchaves4170 Год назад

    Real gems! Thank you.

  • @ecgcesare
    @ecgcesare 11 месяцев назад

    Had to subscribe thank you ❤

  • @LiftedNoise
    @LiftedNoise Год назад

    Thanks man 🙏 this is GOLD 🙏

  • @michaelpaulrowley
    @michaelpaulrowley 8 месяцев назад

    Fantastic information really appreciate this content! I have a question regarding the D.I.O independent record model, if the label you create operates as a limited liability company and the first band you are forming, promoting, and exploiting in your own. Does or rather can the band operate under Record Labels LLC for tax purposes/fund accounts or does that entity need another LLC strictly for the band, and if so how would the two operate together?

  • @7bonk
    @7bonk Год назад

    Hi, I just stumbled upon your video and find it very interesting, especially because I just have some recordings nearly ready mixed and don't know what to do. My question is, if your advice fits for all countries (I am from Berlin, Germany), would be cool to hear from you ! Best !

  • @tomprice7885
    @tomprice7885 Год назад +1

    This is gold people

  • @ItsWesSmithYo
    @ItsWesSmithYo Год назад

    This episode is gold for past and present, great experience being shared 🖤😎🍭 rave on 😂

  • @salassandoval
    @salassandoval 8 месяцев назад +1

    Okay awesome! ❤ But feom where the money comes from? How do you recover your expenses?!

  • @blowrunup9673
    @blowrunup9673 2 года назад +5

    I want to get a interview I’m a independent ceo and artist for Bakery Music Group I go by the name Lou Jefe

  • @robertsimpson5801
    @robertsimpson5801 Год назад +1

    Very interesting video. I appreciate all of the information. Let me ask you for a favor, though… Make your videos viewable in the background on iOS. I’m trying to listen to your video in the background, while GPS-ing my way to a location, and it is impossible because your video will not play in the background!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад

      Thanks. Is that me or do you need RUclips premium to do that? I’m not sure how I allow that on my end.

    • @robertsimpson5801
      @robertsimpson5801 Год назад

      @@OtherRecordLabels I think it has something to do with the settings that you put on the video. I don’t have RUclips premium, but all the other videos that I watch allow me too, swipe into the GPS app, and it reduces the window size of the video so that it is still playing while I’m GPS-ing.
      Thanks again for the very informative video, and for the response to my commented!
      Sub’d!!!

  • @mojito6629
    @mojito6629 Год назад

    Awesome. Thanks!

  • @roadtorockstar7848
    @roadtorockstar7848 Год назад

    Checking in!

  • @poorhouz5051
    @poorhouz5051 Год назад

    Great Advice bro... I needed to hear this!!!! From Your Boy poorhouzzzzzzz SALUTE

  • @travisguide4516
    @travisguide4516 Год назад +1

    Beautiful video great stufff

  • @LunaReign
    @LunaReign Год назад

    Thank you! This is awesome❤❤❤

  • @bartholomuscorley4468
    @bartholomuscorley4468 Год назад +1

    sub this info is great and Thanks for willing to share this, I have your website locked in also

  • @reverendhortons2782
    @reverendhortons2782 Год назад

    Great stuff! Thank you so much.

  • @wretchedpinheadpuppets
    @wretchedpinheadpuppets 7 месяцев назад

    what artist name or band are you releasing music under ... I'd love to check out your work on Spotify! Thanks for video and info! Jimmy

  • @mockingbirdex3450
    @mockingbirdex3450 2 года назад +3

    Should I have two different labels due to the fact that I will have artists singing in different languages?
    In the same vein, should I have separate labels for instrumental music and "regular" music?
    Thanks a lot, love your content!
    :0)

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 года назад +3

      Great question! I see the pros of having two labels, and I certainly think that a label should have a "genre" or specific calling card in order to attract more dedicated fans. Having said that, one label is a lot of work, and two labels can get difficult and confusing. Perhaps start one now and then develop that for a year and see if you want to sign more acts to that label or start building your second one.... It may help to be more focused in the beginning. Hope that helps! -Scott

    • @48hourrecords
      @48hourrecords Год назад +1

      @@OtherRecordLabels having different languages and genres on your label give you a wide range of scope. just make sure you have language selection on your websites & posts

    • @SpawnIsSleepy
      @SpawnIsSleepy Год назад +1

      Why not have 1 label, but 2 branches?

    • @Nitrotoast1
      @Nitrotoast1 Год назад

      As a listener i find it very impressive when a label has music in different languages and different cultures

    • @mockingbirdex3450
      @mockingbirdex3450 Год назад

      @@Nitrotoast1 Thanks for the feedback.
      :0)

  • @CastleHassall
    @CastleHassall Год назад +3

    What happened to the whole thing of musicians being cool and not being analysts or businessmen/women/undecideds/whatever the thing is they are, just being cool.. No offence but i think we're forgetting what makes us cool in the first place and that counts for more than anything, for people who are looking to escape into some songs, in this too often cr@ppy world.. i think I'm going to stop trying to promote myself and just start trying to enjoy what i loved about being a musician back when i started and i was sure i would be playing in stadiums with my friends in a few years if we just kept at it
    Best wishes to you if you are reading this
    and lots of love to you if you need to feel any love and it's been a cr@ppy day or tough times.. Keep on being you, no matter how hard they try to grind it out of us..
    from Rolland
    at Castle Hassall

    • @coldhardtruth333
      @coldhardtruth333 11 месяцев назад

      Right it’s killing creativity ., I can’t be up to date on all social media, write and record my songs, promote, merchandise, press, etc etc . There’s no way .

  • @Standbackforscience
    @Standbackforscience 7 месяцев назад

    This is great and all, but it would be great if there was more ideas, inspiration or examples on how to work offline too. I have no interest in using Spotify.

  • @kingdarkoproductions
    @kingdarkoproductions Год назад +1

    Top advice

  • @matehdtau8203
    @matehdtau8203 9 месяцев назад +1

    Nice

  • @johnnyhamilton-xr6ep
    @johnnyhamilton-xr6ep Год назад +1

    fire

  • @westnfexion
    @westnfexion Год назад +1

    🔥

  • @onemiketheartist
    @onemiketheartist Год назад

    I release my music on band amp only

  • @ricobowen312
    @ricobowen312 Год назад +1

    Is this an interview from the 90s?

  • @fhajovan
    @fhajovan Год назад +1

    How much would it cost me to consult with you, I was shot from my neck down and paralyzed I'm standing and walking a bit now, I was dropped while I was in acomma and when I started working I started recording again and haven't reached out to anyone, I'm willing to pay you sir thank u

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  Год назад

      Sorry to hear all that! You can book a call here anytime. Http://otherrecordlabels.com/claritycall

  • @ornentertainment4755
    @ornentertainment4755 Год назад +1

    👊🏾💯

  • @shawnhutchings5931
    @shawnhutchings5931 Год назад +2

    Very very few people actually purchase music anymore. Most people rent their music these days. Music has become utterly worthless.
    And because it has, it is dead.
    Streaming services are the only ones making money these days. Until artist keep their own work and start charging what they want for it, there is no future for future musicians and song writers.
    People get what they barely pay for these days.

  • @CreativoMusicCol
    @CreativoMusicCol Год назад

  • @MoneyAli75
    @MoneyAli75 Год назад +1

    Hit me at the right time thanks !

  • @aaronmarkham4424
    @aaronmarkham4424 11 месяцев назад

    My goal would not be album sales. As the artist, I won't make a dime off of the album, so why should I care if a label makes money off if it.
    My question is, why should I even bother with a label, convince me why I should ever consider using a label? What the benefit for me if I sign, to hand all profits over to them? Labels are writing my songs. They aren't arranging my songs. They have nothing to do with my writing process, so why should I share anything with a label?

  • @trackmusic252
    @trackmusic252 Год назад

    And don't forget the industry pay-for-play to

  • @Fred_Free
    @Fred_Free Год назад

    Good content, but you have set the compressor wrong (slow attack, fast release and too much makeup gain). 😎

  • @elel2608
    @elel2608 11 месяцев назад

    8:30 keep expenses low

  • @billsmith1730
    @billsmith1730 Год назад +2

    This public service announcement is 4 sure 💣💥💯💯💯

  • @cekirdekci32
    @cekirdekci32 Год назад +2

    Record store??? 😁No record stores left.

  • @thequietproject
    @thequietproject 2 года назад

    Hi

  • @hustletownrecords8068
    @hustletownrecords8068 Год назад

    The only artists now a days that are making money thanks to music platforms like Spotify are the ones on the top Billboard charts. No profit in music these days

  • @olegushakov5074
    @olegushakov5074 11 месяцев назад +1

    this is another marketing video, come on