I'm pretty much done with record labels. I finally learned my lesson last weekend. The playing field has finally been leveled.
Before I get into my rant, I should say that there still is a place for record companies, but they are not for most of us. If you win American Idol or even get into the top five finalists, then sure, sign a record deal. Use the machine to make you famous for 15 minutes. You're a puppet after all, not an artist. That machine is absolutely right for you. But if you are an artist or want any kind of longevity, a career perhaps, then think again.
Record companies are going out of business by the week. The question you need to now ask yourself is, "Do I want to be signed to a record company that will be out of business this time next year".
Written by Christopher Knab - Fourfront Media & Music
Wednesday, 18 April 2007
It is my experience that most musicians think they want a record deal, but know nothing about these ominous 80 –100 page, single-spaced recording contracts. Recording contracts are legally binding agreements between individuals who make up a band and a corporation.
In previous columns, I have given a lot of information about how the music business works, and what an independent artist or band must do to establish their careers. Record labels are attracted to acts that have built a strong following and have proved to the industry that they are a solid investment. When a record label signs an act to a recording contract, they expect to make a substantial return on the financial investment they have made in that act.
Through the combination of fusing melodies, catchy lyrics and a powerful voice, great music is born. For the Long Island, NY based band, Striving in Greater Hopes (S.I.G.H), this musical formula has remained undoubtedly true. Forming in 2001, by founding members Cyrille Robes and JayR Castillo, S.I.G.H has already played over 45 shows around New York and New Jersey. With their raw talent and steadfast dedication, S.I.G.H continues to grow and gain more fans each day.
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I'm pretty much done with record labels. 
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