How to Start a RECORD LABEL for Beginners?

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  • @OtherRecordLabels
    @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thanks for watching friends! Make sure you grab a copy of my FREE TOOLKIT at otherrecordlabels.com/toolkit

    • @MaryamMZYolaDK
      @MaryamMZYolaDK ปีที่แล้ว

      Very interesting I want to sign up my own record label how those it work sir.

  • @itskyleisrael4044
    @itskyleisrael4044 2 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    goodluck future record label owners and ceo

  • @thirtyplusone1893
    @thirtyplusone1893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Very important to understand this process and how it all works even if you are not going to start a label

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I very much agree! Thanks for the comment! -Scott

    • @offendic
      @offendic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This has been helpful,thank you very much

  • @newacidplanet
    @newacidplanet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    On those times when things go wrong One video from you gets me motivated again as if there was this Jimminy Cricket in my ear... encouraging me. Thank you!

  • @JAAAAS
    @JAAAAS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was super valuable and informative brother, thanks so much for taking the time and sharing!

  • @hungryempirerecords
    @hungryempirerecords 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!

  • @MrMikomi
    @MrMikomi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What am amazing resource. Thank you so much.

  • @diegooliveirabenjamin
    @diegooliveirabenjamin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is gold, thank you VERY much

  • @lemonyflounder
    @lemonyflounder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you so much for this video. Learned a lot! Appreciate what you’re doing for music lovers around the globe! Much love from mongolia!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Thank you for the comment, all the best! -Scott

  • @SkinnEmannProductions
    @SkinnEmannProductions ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These are wonderful tips and tricks even to this day. Thank you for the information.

  • @deejayelectrick
    @deejayelectrick ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great insight!! Thank you 🙏🏾

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome, thanks for watching! -Scott

  • @javierpiles5833
    @javierpiles5833 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Scott :) great video! Thanks for sharing! I downloaded the resources on your website.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure Javier! Thanks for the kind words! - scott

  • @willvallade9611
    @willvallade9611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant Video thank you for your help!

  • @tossigottracks9371
    @tossigottracks9371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, really appreciate it! -Scott

  • @MorbiusMK
    @MorbiusMK ปีที่แล้ว +4

    wow, this was truly insightful and probably one of the best videos on the subject I've ever watched.
    as soon as I have a buck to invest, I'll come back to check out your stuff, for sure. Great content.

  • @charlesdinguss
    @charlesdinguss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolute legend!

  • @chayeahpuddin
    @chayeahpuddin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It is really helpful, thanks but I'm just wondering how about the business side of a record label for example business structure, business models, etc.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment! Visit our website for some helpful resources and I'll make sure to focus on those topics in the future! otherrecordlabels.com

  • @luiszapiola355
    @luiszapiola355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi scott, ive been following youur channel for a few months , thanks for the videos! I hope I can start my own label in vietnam in the near future. :))

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck Luis! Excited to hear about your new label from Vietnam! All the best, -Scott

  • @YariBeatsMedia
    @YariBeatsMedia ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is actually very insightful. thank you for the information.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure! Thanks for the kind words!

    • @YariBeatsMedia
      @YariBeatsMedia ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OtherRecordLabels happy New Year bro 🙏🏼

  • @oldaccount628
    @oldaccount628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    so helpful thank you!

  • @RafaelAriasM
    @RafaelAriasM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing stuff !!!!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you friend! Really appreciate it! - scott

  • @lollv524
    @lollv524 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nice bro!

  • @DJChaseTV
    @DJChaseTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    this is a really good video . i started my label in 2017 and never looked back. I love just hearing more information - *keep the videos coming - great content

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! - Scott

    • @eliyawahamashi8310
      @eliyawahamashi8310 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @DJ Chase TV any advice for getting started?

    • @squidjit83
      @squidjit83 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you made any money from the record label since then?

  • @harveyharveyholt7806
    @harveyharveyholt7806 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think people would love this 💕

  • @phillipchristoffersen3632
    @phillipchristoffersen3632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great advice!

  • @ZeLuJ
    @ZeLuJ 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fantastic idea 👍

  • @highlightliferecords722
    @highlightliferecords722 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing presentation my man 🤝💎💡

  • @Kenso_T
    @Kenso_T 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Content keep it up.

  • @edisonrupert
    @edisonrupert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a great channel..

  • @KhojDai
    @KhojDai 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤❤❤❤thank you so much 😊😊😊😊

  • @carlosdinarte
    @carlosdinarte 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello friend! Thanks for this video. Learning here Brasil. 🙏🏻

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks and you're welcome! I appreciate you watching and commenting! -Scott

  • @Official1king_4ever_4life
    @Official1king_4ever_4life ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love This ❤️

  • @shazmeelazeman7295
    @shazmeelazeman7295 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Hey Scott! I love what you're doing and appreciate it very much!
    I've just started running my own record label to manage my little brother's dreams of becoming a singer. I don't have any budget to begin with and I don't have any management, business and music background. But I'm powering through!
    I would love it if you could share a bit on the business management and legal side of things like how do I keep my accounts, how do I approach a producer to work together, how to manage your company's money or even how to get money.
    Thanks a lot Scott for your time!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Shazzy! My pleasure! Thanks for the tips! I'll work on those ideas! -Scott

    • @Dino-qw8tm
      @Dino-qw8tm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@OtherRecordLabels very surprising such a long video doesn't dive into this critical topic

    • @JeremyHopsonLIVE
      @JeremyHopsonLIVE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Dino-qw8tm yeah, it’s crazy to consider how much work goes into a record label… especially since all of this information is critical

    • @p.i.n.e.a.p.p.l.e8827
      @p.i.n.e.a.p.p.l.e8827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @georgeevans9218
      @georgeevans9218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like you need a business plan

  • @vyotechnutritionals
    @vyotechnutritionals 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video

  • @jalenrushing811
    @jalenrushing811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good Video I just ordered your book

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, thank you Jalen! Hope you enjoy it! -Scott

  • @monarchy_nations_records
    @monarchy_nations_records ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love dis

  • @yamirahguitar
    @yamirahguitar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks :)

  • @heartshinemusic
    @heartshinemusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I took a look at the table of contents of your PDF, the big thing I was missing in the whole process was the actual production and creative process of recording an EP or Album.
    I see no mentioning of getting the best out of the artist / band creatively. What about talent development, the repertoire (what songs are good, what songs need work, what songs are not good enough etc.) I see no chapter that's about doing extensive pre-production or hiring a producer to get the best out of an artist. This is so important when you want to enter such a crowded market. The quality of the music should be front and center before you even talk about promoting and releasing it. The more attention to the actual art, the easier it is to gain and grow an audience, or not? (Maybe this is hard when your first band is your own or the band of a good friend... but I think having some outside ears that are not afraid to point out some weaknesses is crucial to raise the bar.)

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching! -Scott

  • @JacqueLewis
    @JacqueLewis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is there anything in your course about the most important step of starting a label..finding the funding?

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Jacque! In the course we talk about budget and revenue vs. expenses. We don't have anything specific on finding partners or financial backers. A lot of labels I've interviewed over the years have started out on a shoestring budget and grown at a more manageable pace. I've also talked to labels who are now very successful who have started out with $5000-$10000 of their own money or a loan from family. So that part of the business varies for a lot of individuals and maybe doesn't have the same approach as a tech start-up would. I hope that helps! Thanks for watching! -Scott

    • @JacqueLewis
      @JacqueLewis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@OtherRecordLabels I appreciate the very detailed response.I'll be sure to check out the course.

  • @shinostaxx4226
    @shinostaxx4226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    QUESTION ⁉️⁉️ so i wanna start a record label with a long time friend / artist that I've worked with. should i do a partnership or is there another way we should kickstart our label? what do you feel the blueprint should be in a situation like that. i know theres pros/cons to partnerships but if there's a way i could get that done successfully id do it in a heartbeat..

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, partnership would be best. Either 50/50 share of expenses and profits. Unless one of you does more then agree on a different split. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching! - Scott

  • @wildchildent2153
    @wildchildent2153 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm interested in getting custom vinyls any suggestions where I go and get this type of manufacturing made?

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out our Directory for options...otherrecordlabels.com/directory

  • @WilliamAshleyOnline
    @WilliamAshleyOnline 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Should you call it a record label if you arn't making records? Or should you just call it a music label? In that case if you make records lp/ep / cd and streams etc.. should you call it a music label or is record label superior as long as you make records as the other formats are secondary?

  • @geckosonic
    @geckosonic ปีที่แล้ว

    The sample contract in the ZIP file is broken and WORD won't open it, that was all I was interested in. It would be good if you fixed that

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that. Can you send me an email and let me know what zip file you downloaded or what link you found it in and I can check on it. Thanks! podcast@otherrecordlabels.com

    • @geckosonic
      @geckosonic ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OtherRecordLabels I sent the email with the information

  • @gambiallen9183
    @gambiallen9183 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how to organize / structure file folders for a record label.

  • @ashutoshmishra8036
    @ashutoshmishra8036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bit i wanna sign labels he he!!

  • @herealbutler
    @herealbutler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you explain how you signed yourself?

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well I probably meant that I used myself and my music as a guinea pig artist for my new label. I didn't actually draw up a contract between myself and I. Although maybe not a bad idea in case the relationship turns sour. ;). Thanks for watching! -Scott

  • @KaliopaTsutomu
    @KaliopaTsutomu 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    is this good for a start:
    name: Rose's N' Red Entertainment (RNR ENT for short)
    type: International
    theme: Black, Red, Pink and White(+ a rose)
    things in my entertainment: Human singers, Virtual singers(vocaloid for example) :>
    SUB->VSNR(the Vocaloid- well VOXsynth) virtual holographic concert and mainly VOXsynth related

  • @frds.9718
    @frds.9718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what about the LLC think?

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question, and one that varies depending on your country of origin and your region. Hopefully we can dive into that in a future episode! Thanks for being a subscriber! -Scott

  • @myminiwhey6066
    @myminiwhey6066 ปีที่แล้ว

    What age did you start

  • @rapstixz8783
    @rapstixz8783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ❤️❤️

  • @billsmith1730
    @billsmith1730 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @DamianLHudson
    @DamianLHudson ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A trademark & an LLC are two different entities right?

  • @spanhriddh9300
    @spanhriddh9300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a question, does it mean I have to start a pressing plant or anything too? 😭😭😭

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! And a record store and a radio station! :)

  • @noelkinz
    @noelkinz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can i name a record label with a plane name withought the need to add records at the end for example?

  • @biggboynews1089
    @biggboynews1089 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ? If you have a ENTERTAINMENT company and you attached a record label to your entertainment company LLC?

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question, you may want to check with your lawyer or accountant. But I'm sure if you already have an entertainment company registered, that selling records could just be another income stream, and I would see no need to register an additional LLC. But don't take my advice, and ask a pro! Thanks! -Scott

    • @biggboynews1089
      @biggboynews1089 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OtherRecordLabels Thank you that was very helpful.

  • @itsme6050
    @itsme6050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Let's start a record label named ( Gun Line )

  • @tyronemixx
    @tyronemixx ปีที่แล้ว

    What I'd like to know is how to get "catalog numbers"? Don't you need this to get royalties? So how do you make this thingie up? What good is your name, biz plan, logo, website, contracts and marketing if your label isn't recognized? I've watched a number of videos now and not one has brought this up, which I think should be important! Yes? No? 🤔

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  ปีที่แล้ว

      These are just internal numbers. You can make them up yourself. And you don't need them for distribution or royalty purposes. They are just meant to help keep your record label organized. They can use or be any catalog system that works for you!

  • @LilTaRusmusic
    @LilTaRusmusic ปีที่แล้ว

    👍🏾👍🏾

  • @davidrickard9869
    @davidrickard9869 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an unsigned band that are going to press our own records because of all the bs and crap that goes with a label our band name is Genetic throwbacks yes great name for a record company GTS records got muitble bands and have the songs completed so wav file is needed no worrys got them -we own our masters and names ready to press thanks for a few tips but to much its simpler than you make out as long as you can fund it -thats wats its all about money best wishes -Davo of genetic throwbacks and electronic alliance and other's

  • @OrdanFilm
    @OrdanFilm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where’s the sample contract

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there, the sample contract is included in the Record Label Toolkit which you can download for free here: otherrecordlabels.com/toolkit

    • @OrdanFilm
      @OrdanFilm 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OtherRecordLabels Thanks for the fast reply

    • @OrdanFilm
      @OrdanFilm 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OtherRecordLabels Can i send you something in instagram, whats your name? Write to @moneylabrecords please.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@OrdanFilm Sure, on Instagram I am @OtherRecordLabels

  • @arjunshankarmishra7281
    @arjunshankarmishra7281 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    21:10 what if I am a lawyer?

  • @KennyCrucialCrucialMgmt
    @KennyCrucialCrucialMgmt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YOUR WEBSITE did not work for me was going to buy some things.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry Kenny! Let me check it out. Send me an email here podcast@otherrecordlabels.con and we will get it sorted out.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seems to be working on my end… let me know what’s giving you trouble… otherrecordlabels.com/store

  • @TheKidwest918
    @TheKidwest918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    whats the process with signing yourself? The tax breaks and everything.

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good question. If your business is registered than you would have to claim paying yourself as an expense and then claim the income from the label to yourself as personal income.

    • @TheKidwest918
      @TheKidwest918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@OtherRecordLabels hope you dont mind me following up with, how do I get the label to start making income? As far as funding a project? Personal money? Or what type of loan?

    • @hescjay
      @hescjay 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have this same question! Thank God it was answered!

  • @SwissArtistsProductions
    @SwissArtistsProductions 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very obvious statements. No useful info at all inside this video. It's all about filling time with words.
    Anyways nice voice to listen too at least!!

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, and thanks for the feedback on my voice! ;)
      - scott

  • @lyudmilaworrall295
    @lyudmilaworrall295 ปีที่แล้ว

    supper

  • @ApostleAllianceArrangements
    @ApostleAllianceArrangements ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dont Sign
    Be a founder

  • @user-ob9zo9cr4c
    @user-ob9zo9cr4c ปีที่แล้ว

    now mfs using artists and that's it. they're not honest, but fake af
    message to artist, they away from most labels.

  • @prodmwru
    @prodmwru 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    really enjoyed this video, but i feel as you need to teach a more youthful approach with marketing, hashtags don’t work like they used to. Instagram/Facebook Ads work semi well, takes a lot of money to do correct targeting though. TikTok & paying pages to post you is where it’s really at

    • @OtherRecordLabels
      @OtherRecordLabels  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the feedback! Some great ideas! -Scott

  • @myminiwhey6066
    @myminiwhey6066 ปีที่แล้ว

    What age did you start