I accept both solicited and unsolicited submissions from musical artists in all genres, with an emphasis on pop/rock, pop and dance.
Please print out this list of questions, and complete in detail with your submission:
Name of Artist/Band?
Members/Instruments played:
Is your stage name trademarked?
Have you filed your songs for copyright protection?
Have any of your songs been published? (if so, by whom?)
Have you affiliated with a performance rights organization? (which one? SOCAN, ASCAP, BMI, SESAC?)
What is your background?
Do any band members belong to the Musician’s Union?
Do you have a written ‘band agreement’?
What are your songs about?
Please describe your internal songwriting process.
Who are your musical influences?
How do you describe your music to people?
What are your immediate music career goals? (next 1 to 3 years)
What are your long-term career goals?
How would you define the word "success"?
Do you have any personal contacts in the music business?
Do you have an entertainment law attorney to consult with?
Are you looking for an independent label deal or a major label deal?...Why?
Do you have a demo or press kit, or any promotional materials? If so, please include your complete kit with this questionnaire.
What live performance experience have you had? (any industry showcases?)
How do you rate your live performance ability?
Please list any band assets (ie. tour van, PA system, etc.)
Have you recorded any previous CDs or tapes? (which studios?/who produced it?)
How did you sell your CD’s or tapes? (consignment? live sales? distributor?)
Have you had any previous print or broadcast media exposure or reviews?
Are you financially able to fund the costs of establishing your career? (In debt?)
What is your current "business form"? (sole proprietor? corporation? partners?)
Have you set up a system for tracking your financial activities? (software system?)
Do you have insurance on your band equipment and vehicles?
Who handles your daily business activities? (bookings, promotions etc.)
Have you created an actual career, marketing, or business plan? (Is it in writing?)