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The Music Business Buddy - Episode 14: Tips For Pitching Your Act To Record Companies

Episode 14: Tips For Pitching Your Act To Record Companies

The Music Business Buddy

09/24/24 • 17 min

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What if your music could finally reach the audience it deserves, landing a record deal that propels your career to new heights? This episode of "The Music Business Buddy" promises to arm you with the essential strategies for pitching your act to record companies. I guide you through the meticulous process of selecting the right label by evaluating their size, distribution channels, genre specialisation, and marketing tactics. Learn how to gauge a label's potential reach through social media and Spotify, and understand why a label's reputation and artist development approach can make or break your career. We delve into the need for strategic partnerships, ensuring your chosen label aligns perfectly with your musical goals and style.
Effective communication is key when pitching to record companies, and I offer you a roadmap to do just that. Understand how to articulate your financial, marketing, and licensing needs, and highlight the value of synchronisation opportunities for TV, film, or games. I emphasise the importance of detailing intellectual property rights, masters availability, and existing relationships with publishers or managers. Additionally, I underline the necessity of adhering to formal submission guidelines and maintaining a professional tone. Don’t miss the real-life anecdote that showcases the importance of knowing your genre and presenting your needs in a compelling way to potential partners. Join me, Jonny Amos, for an episode packed with actionable insights that could change the trajectory of your music career.

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09/24/24 • 17 min

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The Music Business Buddy - Episode 14: Tips For Pitching Your Act To Record Companies

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The Music Business Buddy .

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The Music Business Buddy .

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Hello everybody , warm welcome to you . You're listening to the Music Business Buddy , with me , johnny Amos , podcasting out of Birmingham in England . I'm the author of the book the Music Business for Music Creators . I'm also a songwriter

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