A new label......

Vik D - Serotonin wrote:

GlasVegas wrote:

Vik D - Serotonin wrote: I purchase tracks from Beatport but I also look at other artists on the same labels. So it's still useful to have a label as it is some indication of what to expect interms of product/sound.

Is that not what I just said?

If you're an established label with an established sound' like Solemusic, then you still have a place within this specific sector. If you're a brand new label with no established sound nad no track record then producers and DJs alike aren't gonna be any more interested in your product than they are of the tune that some guy has posted up without any label backing.

Here we go... What I mean is I find it easier to find artists/producers that I like on Beatport under a label rather that randomly listening to tracks. Really doesn't matter how new or old the label is. I really think Electronic acts can still be more successful under a 'label' as opposed to going it alone...they're just easier for the public to discover that way. Don't really think the days of electronic labels are over or numbered. Maybe think of a label as more of a marketing co-op. You never know though maybe Glas Vegas is right.

So by that logic if I uploaded a track to beatport and stuck an icon next to my name saying "Glasvegas Recordings" you'd be more likely to give it a try? I'll pass that info onto my mates...boost your sales by pretending to be on a label!

GlasVegas wrote:

Vik D - Serotonin wrote:

GlasVegas wrote:

Vik D - Serotonin wrote: I purchase tracks from Beatport but I also look at other artists on the same labels. So it's still useful to have a label as it is some indication of what to expect interms of product/sound.

Is that not what I just said?

If you're an established label with an established sound' like Solemusic, then you still have a place within this specific sector. If you're a brand new label with no established sound nad no track record then producers and DJs alike aren't gonna be any more interested in your product than they are of the tune that some guy has posted up without any label backing.

Here we go... What I mean is I find it easier to find artists/producers that I like on Beatport under a label rather that randomly listening to tracks. Really doesn't matter how new or old the label is. I really think Electronic acts can still be more successful under a 'label' as opposed to going it alone...they're just easier for the public to discover that way. Don't really think the days of electronic labels are over or numbered. Maybe think of a label as more of a marketing co-op. You never know though maybe Glas Vegas is right.

So by that logic if I uploaded a track to beatport and stuck an icon next to my name saying "Glasvegas Recordings" you'd be more likely to give it a try? I'll pass that info onto my mates...boost your sales by pretending to be on a label!

Well if you make an icon saying "Glasvegas Recordings" and if I think it's good and there are 3 of your buddys who are also on "Glasvegas Recordings" I'll definitley give them a chance faster that I would randomly go through other peoples songs.

This is too funny to stop. You'll have pulled out all your when I'm done. But I'd say try going it alone if you would rather... it's pretty unlikely that I'd come across your track this way.

Best of luck Tim, electro/dance is something I'm interested in so keep us posted with your developments mate. Cheers APK!

oldmonkey wrote:

El Jarvo wrote:

oldmonkey wrote: I am thinking more electro/dance music

electro/dance?

Just make sure you don't end up with something cutting, crucial or wicked in the title!

;) knew you'd have me on that one! I started writing electronic, then thought I ought to say that I was looking at a club floor-filler for the first release, and then ended up sounding American!

Club- Floor filler.. The Rough Trade Label sort. Or Vinyl for the DJ $Public trade. Think of excellent Mu- zak as being something you'd want to travel with. Take completely out of context that might sell right across the board. From your Bars to X- Country road trips. Cheers, or Superb Lucky Future work or.. wishes.

Best wishes Tim- It's a big financial risk, but I hope it all goes well!