THE LABEL MACHINE (PAPERBACK)

The first book of its kind to give music artists practical step-by-step comprehensive instructions for setting up and running an independent music label.
Features a detailed breakdown of how each part of the industry works, including copyright in the UK and US, record label set-up, record releases, and royalty collection.

Provides in-depth guides on marketing, covering; traditional PR, Facebook and Instagram advertising, Spotify playlisting, and fan growth.
Includes templates for record label and management contracts, marketing and promotion schedules, press releases, and fan email automation.

Whether you want to start a record label, self-release your own music, or are just an avid music lover, this book will give you information about the business of music. The Label Machine: How to Start, Run and Grow Your Own Independent Music Label is the first book to give music artists practical step-by-step comprehensive instructions for setting up and running an independent music label to successfully distribute and market their music.

You will learn all about the music industry business and how to navigate the tricky dos and don'ts. You will finally understand and take control of your music copyright and get to grips with the legalities involved. You will build your music business effortlessly, learning how to professionally market your music and artists - allowing you to reach thousands of fans. And essentially, you will learn how to create multiple label revenue streams to create an established record label.

It features a detailed breakdown of how every part of the industry works together, including copyright in the UK and US, record label set-up, record releases, and royalty collection. It also provides in-depth guides on marketing, covering; traditional PR, Facebook and Instagram advertising, Spotify playlisting, and fan growth. Includes templates for record label and management contracts, marketing and promotion schedules, press releases, and fan email automation.

"This is a great resource, and it has a lot of information that is compiled into one place that's easy to find" Roy Lindsey (Dapr Music)

"It gave me a lot more direction and I knew what to focus on. Everything is so easily mapped out" Dave Strickland (Sensible Recordings)

Exepcted: 2nd July 2021