Other Record Labels

Taking the Mystery out of Running a Record Label

A podcast for independent record labels with interviews from Sub Pop, Ghostly International, Mute Records, Jagjaguar, and more. Tips and advice for people starting and running a record label. http://www.otherrecordlabels.com

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Jan 4, 2022 · 55 min
Exploding in Sound Records - (Pinch Points, Ovlov, Stuck)
In this episode, I chat with Dan of Exploding in Sound Records starting out as a music blog and then finding ways to converting their built-in audience into an audience for his record label. ►► Download our free Record Label toolkit - http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit
Dec 28, 2021 · 9 min
My Favorite Music Books
Here are 3 great books that I read this year that should help you on your record label journey! ►► Check out all of my book recommendations by going to http://otherrecordlabels.com/books Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Dec 21, 2021 · 20 min
A Year in Review (2021)
Thank you for an incredibly inspiring and encouraging year! This episode we are recapping some really important and amazing things that happened this year and make sure that you heard every wise nugget from a selection of this year's guests. Make sure you check out our website http://otherrecordlabels.com to access all of our latest courses, resources, and helpful tips for record labels.
Dec 14, 2021 · 11 min
How to Pick a Release Date
Let's talk about 3 things we can do to help us be strategic in picking a release date for our new release! ►► Check out our free resources to help you plan your release day... http://otherrecordlabels.com/releaseday Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Dec 9, 2021 · 2 min
Introducing... The Record Label Productivity Planner
Very excited to launch a super helpful tool for indie record label managers and owners to help you stay organized and on-track throughout the year. Visit http://otherrecordlabels.com/productivity to learn more.
Dec 7, 2021 · 17 min
How to Avoid Burnout
Let's talk about three main ways that we can help ourselves avoid burning out while running our record label! ►► Download our free Record Label Toolkit! http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Dec 2, 2021 · 43 min
Special Patreon Sample Episode: Artist on Labels (Interview with Bellows)
Please consider supporting the show by becoming a patron! http://Patreon.com/OtherRecordLabels Enjoy this free, bonus episode that is part of our Patreon-Only Series, Artist on Labels. Today's interview is with the artist Bellows (Topshelf Records), as we talk about their history with record labels and how labels can best serve indie artists! http://otherrecordlabels.com
Nov 30, 2021 · 1 hr
Fire Talk Records - (PACKS, Cola, Dehd)
In this episode, I chat with Trevor of Fire Talk Records. Make sure you grab a pen and paper, because there are some incredibly valuable nuggets of wisdom in this episode. We talk about multiple revenue streams, Spotify best practices, and more! ►► Listen to my extended interview with Trevor and get access to bonus episodes by becoming a Patron! → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Patreon Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Nov 23, 2021 · 8 min
How to Get Your Music in Record Stores
Let's talk about the ways we can work together with our local record stores and what we need to do in order to get our record label's releases on their shelves! ►► Download our free Record Label Toolkit! http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Nov 16, 2021 · 1 hr 2 min
Record Stores - INDUSTRY INSIDERS
In this episode, I talk with Brad Germain who owns an indie record store called, Into the Abyss. I ask Brad all about how indie record labels can best support their local record stores. Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.
Nov 9, 2021 · 8 min
Helping Artists Be More Prolific
Let's talk about why I think artists need to be more prolific and how we as record labels can help encourage and coach them! ►► Download our free Record Label Toolkit! http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Nov 2, 2021 · 55 min
Crusin Records - (Tracy + the Plastics, Fiona Moonchild, Stres)
In this episode, I chat with Theo, Darby, and Clyde about their incredible record label Cruisin Records, a label created to support Queer artists. ►► Listen to my extended interview with the team and get access to bonus episodes by becoming a Patron! → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Patreon Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Oct 31, 2021 · 5 min
Case Studies: Nice Guys on Being a Curator
Welcome to our monthly series called, Record Label Case Studies, where we take a look at indie record labels who are doing inspiring things, and what we can learn from them! Our third Case Study is with Nice Guys, as we look at this Trojan horse record label... Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://otherrecordlabels.com
Oct 26, 2021 · 11 min
Why Release Day Sucks
Let's talk about why some of us get the Release Day blues... Instead of feeling like we’ve crossed a finish line it feels like we’ve run out of gas in the middle of nowhere. ►► Download our free RELEASE ROADMAP! http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Roadmap Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Oct 20, 2021 · 5 min
Special Patreon Sample Episode: Extended Interview with Refresh Records
After each interview, I play a little game with my guests as a bonus perk for our Patrons! Here's a sample of one of these games I played recently. To get access to these plus our extended interviews, bonus episodes, and more... Please consider becoming a patron... http://Patreon.com/OtherRecordLabels Thank you for your support!
Oct 19, 2021 · 52 min
Music Publishing - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
In this episode, I talk with Polina from 3Tone Publishing all about music publishing. We talk about how difficult it is for record labels to start a publishing company. We also talk about our new online course on Music Publishing that Polina teaches. Learn more about the new course: http://otherrecordlabels.com/Courses Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.
Oct 12, 2021 · 8 min
Why You Should Invest in Your Record Label
It's risky to invest actual explicit money into any business, let alone a record label. But there are a few great reasons why we should... Let's discuss! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Oct 5, 2021 · 47 min
Kiam Records - (Jennifer O‘Connor, Bird of Youth, Clint Michigan)
In this episode, I chat with Jennifer from Kiam Records. We talk about getting sync placements on TV commercials and we chat about how awkward it is sometimes when your an artist on your own label! ►► Listen to my extended interview with Jennifer and get access to bonus episodes by becoming a Patron! → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Patreon Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Sep 28, 2021 · 9 min
5 Bandcamp Mistakes to Avoid
Let's talk about 5 Bandcamp mistakes that I see record labels make... ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Sep 21, 2021 · 59 min
Refresh Records - (Halogens, Gnawing, Young Mister)
In this episode, I chat with Josh from Refresh Records. One of the coolest things we talk about in this episode is how critical it is for labels to get out into their local communities. Like Refresh did by setting up shop as the only label at a comic book fair! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com