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		<title>How to Make a Demo</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:40:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KristenM</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before you can even dream about getting signed to a record label, you first need to create the all important demo. Putting together a demo requires serious thought and effort because this is what a talent scout is going to be judging you on. You need to choose at least two of your absolute best &#8230; <a href="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/2011/07/how-to-make-a-demo/">Read more <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-25" title="major record labels" src="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/blank_cds_300.jpg" alt="major record labels" width="176" height="176" /></a>Before you can even dream about <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com">getting signed</a> to a record label, you first need to create the all important demo. Putting together a demo requires serious thought and effort because this is what a talent scout is going to be judging you on. You need to choose at least two of your absolute best songs. Best songs doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean your most popular songs. Think about the lyrics, the composition, the format. If you own a Mac, you can easily figure out how to record some of your songs yourself. But if you can afford professional studio time, it&#8217;ll be well worth the money.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t bother recording an entire album&#8217;s worth. No one is going to want to listen to it, except the fans of course. Keep it to two or three tracks. Practice the songs numerous times at home before hitting the studio so you don&#8217;t waste time and money. If recording at home, don&#8217;t fret over it not being perfect. As long as your talent shines through, that&#8217;s all that matters.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re ready to share you demo with the world, contact Conrad Dimanche at The Firm and be prepared for a world of success after you <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com">get a record deal</a>.</p>
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		<title>How to Get a Record Deal 101: What is A&amp;R?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:58:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mattc</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A&#38;R stands for Artists and Repertoire. This is a division within the record label that is responsible for talent scouting. They need to keep up-to-date on music trends within the market so that they can find uprising talent with potential for success in the business. Many times you will find that they find talent through &#8230; <a href="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/2011/07/how-to-get-a-record-deal-101-what-is-ar/">Read more <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-17" title="get a record deal" src="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/get-a-record-deal-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a>A&amp;R stands for Artists and Repertoire. This is a division within the record label that is responsible for talent scouting. They need to keep up-to-date on music trends within the market so that they can find uprising talent with potential for success in the business.</p>
<p>Many times you will find that they find talent through word of mouth. They take trusted associate&#8217;s advise as well as note critiques from others in the business about the talent in question for a contract.</p>
<p>Once an artist is signed they will act as the liaison between the label and the artist. They will oversee the recording process and book recording studio time; and eventually they will help with the promotion.</p>
<p>If you want to <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/">get a record deal</a> then these are the people you need access to. The Firm: A&amp;R Consulting is one place that can make these connections available to you. With years in the business, they can open the door to A&amp;R execs so that you can make <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/">getting signed</a> a reality.</p>
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		<title>Conrad Dimanche Can Find Record Labels for You</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 19:07:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mattc</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Living the life of a musician is not easy. You work yourself to the bone trying to perfect your sound and your style, perform late night gigs live to gain an audience, and pay through the nose to rent a few hours in small time recording studios to make demos and EPs. This is hardly &#8230; <a href="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/2011/07/conrad-dimanche-can-find-record-labels-for-you/">Read more <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://conraddimanche.com/"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-12" title="getting signed" src="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/getting-signed1-300x225.jpg" alt="getting signed" width="300" height="225" /></a>Living the life of a musician is not easy. You work yourself to the bone trying to perfect your sound and your style, perform late night gigs live to gain an audience, and pay through the nose to rent a few hours in small time recording studios to make demos and EPs. This is hardly the glamorous life of fame you imagined for yourself.</p>
<p>If you are seriously committed to following this dream and you know you have what it takes to be the next big thing then it&#8217;s time you take your efforts to the next level. Oh, don&#8217;t worry. You won&#8217;t be alone. If you contact Conrad Dimanche, former Senior Director of A&amp;R for Bad Boy Records, you will be taken through the process to meet A&amp;R execs. This is a big deal.</p>
<p>A&amp;R execs are your gateway to <a href="http://conraddimanche.com">getting a record deal</a>. They&#8217;re the laisons between the label and new talent. Their purpose is to stay on top of who&#8217;s rising, who&#8217;s available, and what sounds fresh. If you can win them over then you&#8217;re on your way to the life you&#8217;ve always wanted. Conrad Dimanche can help you because he has experience in that field. With an expert at your side, paving a way for you and your hard work, <a href="http://conraddimanche.com">getting signed</a> is in your reach.</p>
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		<title>Hello and Welcome to The Firm A&amp;R Consulting</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:51:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ajax Union</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hello. If you&#8217;re here it&#8217;s probably because you want to know how to get a record deal. The music industry is a tough enough business to break into let alone finding the right way to approach record labels and have them take you seriously. Expression and talent are wonderful things to have and if you &#8230; <a href="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/2011/07/hello-and-welcome-to-the-firm-ar-consulting/">Read more <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-6" title="getting signed" src="http://www.recordlabelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/getting-signed-300x34.jpg" alt="getting signed" width="435" height="49" /></a>Hello. If you&#8217;re here it&#8217;s probably because you want to know <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/">how to get a record deal</a>. The music industry is a tough enough business to break into let alone finding the right way to approach record labels and have them take you seriously. Expression and talent are wonderful things to have and if you think you have what it takes there is no reason you shouldn&#8217;t seek this path.</p>
<p>Just remember that <a href="http://www.conraddimanche.com/">getting signed</a> is not just a matter of luck, it is also a matter of serious work, direction, and connections. A&amp;R (Artists and Repetoire) divisions of recording labels are responsible for scouting new talent and overseeing any future artistic development. They&#8217;re the middle-man between the artist and the record label. To get your foot in the door you have to know the right people. It&#8217;s about word of mouth, buzz, and trusted associates.</p>
<p>With the help of Conrad Dimanche at The Firm A&amp;R Consulting services you will get a chance to meet face to face with A&amp;R executives. With experience as the Senior Director of A&amp;R for Bad Boy Records he can get get you official meetings where you have an opportunity to show your hard work.</p>
<p>Here you will find information and tips to help you start your career now. Are you the next big thing?</p>
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