BEFORE A&R cont ...
Major record companies receive dozens of 'demo's' each week, often with little accompanying information, which doesn't always inspire the imagination.
Artists (singers and musicians) are signed to recording contracts on the basis that they will enjoy a successful career of reasonable length, enjoying record sales abroad as well as in Britain. To achieve this, you need to prove you can deliver your music on stage as well if not better than you can in a recording studio.
Therefore, from the starting point described above, your next step should be to find musicians in your area who will help you interpret those songs, and a friendly pub landlord or club owner who will give you the opportunity to perform them in front of an audience. If you are too young for pubs and clubs, then ask relatives and friends if you can perform at their parties - birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas! |
