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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Sep 14, 2021 · 5 min
Other Record Labels on Patreon!
Get bonus episodes, extended interviews, exclusive merch, and more by becoming an Other Record Labels Patron... http://patreon.com/otherrecordlabels
Sep 7, 2021 · 55 min
A2IM - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
In this episode, I talk with Alyssa Mark who is the Senior Director of Label Member Relations at A2IM, The American Association of Independent Music. We talk about their work in advocating for independent record labels as well as the community and resources they've built to support independent music. We also talk about how the improvements that effect larger indies can also have a positive impact on smaller independent labels. Find out more on A2IM by visiting http://otherrecordlabels.com/a2im Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.
Aug 31, 2021 · 11 min
Why Your Record Label Isn’t Growing
Spoiler alert: It is actually growing! Just not in the linear way we expect things in life to grow. The fact is, our labels grow the way a child grows... in random, unpredictable spurts. 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
Aug 29, 2021 · 3 min
Case Studies: Lauretta Records on Creating Your Own Roadmap
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 Lauretta Records, as we look at why independent record labels exist, and what we're called to do. Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://otherrecordlabels.com
Aug 17, 2021 · 10 min
How to Keep Your Record Label Organized
Let's talk about a few easy things we can do as record labels that will help us stay organized! ►► 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
Aug 10, 2021 · 56 min
Brassland - (The National, Bartees Strange, Doveman)
In this episode, I chat with Alec Bemis the co-founder (along with Aaron and Bryce Dessner of The National) about starting and growing their record label over the past 20 years! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Aug 3, 2021 · 10 min
Are You Annoying Your Audience?
Do you ever feel like you are annoying your audience on social media or in your emails? This episode is for you! We're going to look at three reasons why you are not annoying your audience and why you shouldn't be worried about annoying your audience! ►► 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
Jul 27, 2021 · 58 min
Secret Songs - (Ryan Hemsworth, Yvois, Kogane)
In this episode, I chat with Ryan Hemsworth about his label Secret Songs. ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Jul 20, 2021 · 13 min
How to Review Vinyl Test Pressings
Let's talk what you should be listening for when you review your vinyl test pressings. ►► Check out our resources for pressing vinyl records at http://OtherRecordLabels.com/testpressings Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
Jul 13, 2021 · 52 min
Women in Vinyl - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
In this episode, I talk with Women in Vinyl founder Jenn D’Eugenio. The goal of Women in Vinyl is to support girls and women starting their educational journey through scholarships, mentorships, job boards, business development and workshops to create, preserve and improve the art of music on vinyl. Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.
Jul 11, 2021 · 4 min
Case Studies: The Record Machine on Bringing Value to Your Audience
Welcome to our new 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 second Case Study is with The Record Machine, as we look at how they use a simple weekly email newsletter to bring value to their audience... Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://otherrecordlabels.com
Jul 6, 2021 · 10 min
Email Marketing for Record Label
Let's talk about email marketing for record labels and how it's an overlooked tool for indie musicians and indie labels! ►► 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
Jun 29, 2021 · 56 min
Get Better Records - (Alien Boy, Evan Greer, Potty Mouth)
In this episode, I chat with Alex from Get Better Records! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Jun 22, 2021 · 11 min
How to Bring Value to Your Audience
Let's talk about a few ways that we can bring real, meaningful value to our record label's audience. ►► 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
Jun 15, 2021 · 48 min
Carpark Records - (Cloud Nothings, Toro y Moi, Panda Bear)
In this episode, I chat with Todd Hyman of Carpark Records! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
Jun 13, 2021 · 6 min
Case Studies: This & That Tapes on Communicating Values
Welcome to a brand new 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 first episode is with This & That Tapes, as we look at how they use a simple slogan to communicate what matters to them as a record label... Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://otherrecordlabels.com
Jun 8, 2021 · 11 min
Should You Start a Record Label?
Let's talk about why you should start a record label (if you haven't already) and how you need to be be transparent, unique, and persistent to launch an indie record label! ►► 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
Jun 1, 2021 · 55 min
Lauretta Records - (Kesha Shantrell, Calen Lucas, Revel Day)
In this episode, I chat with Lauretta Records CEO Katrina Frye on the responsibilities of being a music entrepreneur. Plus we chat a lot about her label's success with sync licensing! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com
May 25, 2021 · 11 min
How to Manage Your Label’s Royalties
Let's talk about 3 accounting mistakes most record labels make when trying to manage their artist royalties. ►► Download Get access to all of our resources on Record Label Royalties at http://otherrecordlabels.com/royalties Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels
May 18, 2021 · 1 hr 33 min
Royalty Accounting - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
In this episode, I talk with Infinite Catalog co-founder Hunter Giles. Infinite Catalog is a new royalty accounting software platform designed for independent record labels. ►► Learn more and get an exclusive discount at → http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Royalties Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.