Here are some of the opportunities I have researched and published in the FEBRUARY 2009 issue of The Bandit A&R Newsletter. To get the full details start a FREE INTRO subscription at www.banditnewsletter.com
PUBLISHER interested in hearing songs in any commercial style from both pure writers and performing acts, from anywhere in the world. Les is only interested in mainstream, commercial songs that can be pitched to established artists worldwide.
PRODUCTION/WRITING TEAM is at the moment looking for Hot Lyrical / Topline Writers and singers, based in the UK, to collaborate in writing songs for commercial artists. They need people who are fast at working to a brief and have experience of songwriting and singing in the studio. They are currently writing new Britney-esque tracks.
MANAGER would like to hear from UK based acts with enthusiasm, commitment and a strong desire to succeed through dedication and a high work ethic, especially in the INDIE, ROCK, BLUES and POP areas.
PRODUCER is looking for a young female singer or perhaps a group with a female lead singer, to front a POP recording/TV project. A good look/image and top quality pop vocals are essential.
LABEL is interested in acts coming from the INDIE/ROCK, FOLK and SINGER SONGWRITER areas.
MUSIC LIBRARY tells me they cover all genres - POP and ROCK to AMBIENT, WORLD and CLASSICAL it must be the latest sound in any genre and easily synchronisable.Both exclusive and non-exclusive deals are possible and Louise says submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.
PUBLISHER a new outfit that has writers across the globe and key executives with a proven track record within the music industry. They will represent your songs world-wide on a no win no fee basis. You can't lose as they will not become the publishers of any song until they have gained a cover on that song. Established writers need only apply.
MANAGER is interested to help another up and coming, UK/Europe based, ROCK/METAL act and would like to hear from good metal/rock musicians and singers, with a ‘ready to go’ album & artwork as it's easier to get a licensing deal first.
FINANCE Bandit been approached by a key music industry figure who is developing a new business model designed to raise finance for independent artists and record labels. He is looking for artists and labels that require management and financing for the marketing and promotion of upcoming albums.
PRODUCTION CO / LABEL says they are not looking for acts at the moment but for more songwriters and producers for the production side of the company. He is looking for top line writers and also good DANCE producers.
DISTRIBUTOR / LABEL is interested in good music across Indie, Rock and Hip Hop from anywhere in the world.
GERMAN LABEL looking for alternative music, Punk, Ska, Emo etc...everything that rocks. If your band fits the bill, send him your demo and info, and he'll be glad to take a listen.
PUBLISHER / MUSIC LIBRARY is keen to hear from diverse electronic artists with established back catalogue. Potential licensees will be TV/Film/video games plus promoters, venues and festivals from around the world.
SWEDISH LOOP/SAMPLE DISTRIBUTOR wants to connect with Producers world-wide who create cutting edge music samples and/or real instrument loops with a view to doing buyouts or distribution deals for a 50% split.
LABEL / PUBLISHER seeks high quality music in any genre.
MANAGER says they are open to maybe taking on a new act in the POP area for 2009 and are always interested in potential hit songs.
LABEL would like to discover people with edgy POP music that still creates a buzz in the underground but has the potential to gain mainstream success.
LONDON PROMOTER looking for acts to put on at our established live music nights, and if all goes well we will work further with them on other projects that come our way. Genres - Indie, Indie/Rock, Indie Electro, Punk, Ska as long as its original we like it.
LABEL is looking for songs for a fantastic 19 year old male singer in the style of James Morrison, Will Young or Paulo Nuntini. Because of his amazing voice Liz already has major label interest in this project so finding HIT potential songs could seal a deal and lead to big numbers all round!
MANAGER with established chart acts tells me they are ready to consider an extra act in any commercial genre.
US LABEL Distributed via Revolver in the USA and EMI world-wide is open to taking on another act from anywhere in the world.
US LABEL is one of the leading independent record labels and entertainment companies in the world, who have just launched a digital record label. Clearly this is a label to be reckoned with! You can submit material by mail, or upload your entire CD at the web-site.
US PRODUCER / PUBLISHER is most interested in singer/songwriters in the ROCK, ALTERNATIVE, HIP HOP, BLUES, POP, and COUNTRY areas. He is looking for the unique. Those with a sound of their own.
US VIDEO PRODUCER currently seeking music to license for upcoming releases. These DVDs are full of action, and music is needed to fuel the excitement. Accepted genres include PUNK, METAL, ROCK, HIP HOP, and anything else that will fit their extreme mould. Submissions are welcome world-wide.
US LABEL has been in the top 200 of the chart and has world-wide distribution and focus. He is looking for artists with strong management in place and some buzz going, who are self sufficient and interested in doing a profit share deal. Submit your HIP HOP /RAP tracks by email
CANADIAN PRODUCER is looking for all genres of music for publishing, production, recording and release from anywhere in the world.
US PRODUCER who has worked with many top performers is available for new projects in both the USA and Europe.
US LABEL dedicated to the underground music scene. Mainly Hardcore, Punk and Oi! but we are always interested in all types of music such as Rock n' Roll, Ska, Metal or just plain good music.
US LABEL in the Blues market is interested in hearing from touring artists who have finished product which they own the rights to, professionally recorded, and who need distribution.
Friday, 30 January 2009
Monday, 12 January 2009
Bandit A&R Newsletter JANUARY issue opportunities
Here is a summary of the opportunities researched for subscribers in the January 2009 edition of the Bandit Newsletter. To get full details of all these leads go to http://www.banditnewsletter.com/ and buy a back issue or take out a subscription.
LABEL: is now specifically in the market for finished masters of Banging Uplifting HOUSE and TECHNO tracks for immediate release in Europe.
MANAGEMENT/LABEL: based in Leeds which can offer management, agency and recording to promising up and coming acts across the ACOUSTIC, INDIE ROCK, METAL and PUNK genres.
LABEL: has many international chart artists licensed. Recently they have been supplying music to The Discovery Channel. Label manager, Phil, says he is interested in cutting edge music in all styles, from anywhere in the world. Submissions can be on CD or by EPK/MP3.
PUBLISHER: wants artists & producers who specialize in HIP HOP, R&B, SOUL & REGGAE material and they invite submissions from anyone who writes good songs in these genres even if they are of a political nature as they are a "Free Speech Publisher".
MUSIC LIBRARY: established UK music production and publishing company that specialises in providing music to media professionals for use in their productions. Media covered include music for TV, video, radio, advertising, film, multimedia and corporate use, recent credits include items for New Tricks, Relocation Relocation, Doctor Who, Eastenders, Hollyoaks and Coast.My contact, Will, says he is interested in sourcing new music in all sorts of genres that have some potential use in these areas.
MANAGEMENT: is firmly established as a highly active and innovative global promoter of the ELECTRONIC music scene. They organise events and manage DJ M*’s label which is interested in primarily in DRUM & BASS and BROKEN BEAT material from around the world. Company has an international reputation and ethos based on a founding policy to discover and develop talent of the future.
LABEL: says "I'm looking for ROCK and INDIE bands that have something new to offer and bands that will grab my attention. I want to find and develop bands that are going to rip apart current boundaries." Submit on CD only to:
LABEL: would love to hear good quality audio recordings that they can listen to on real stereos. If you have any gigs in the UK or Europe coming up, make sure to include a list.
LABEL: is an independent niche record label and music publisher founded in 2002, in Copenhagen/Denmark.The label specializes in ALTERNATIVE, ROCK and POP material and has several international artists on their roster. Submissions are welcome from world-wide.
MANAGEMENT: are looking looking for a ROCK/INDIE band and an 'exceptional' singer/songwriter with an album’s worth of good, solid and above all, marketable material who have the dedication and commitment to move to the next level by working with a professional production team leading to the possibility of a commercial release. Original material only. Send full press-kit, gig list plus CD marking package " Bandit ".
PUBLISHER: has a catalogue spanning more than 60 artists worldwide, specialising in music from the more alternative genres – PUNK, METAL, SKA, ROCKABILLY and ELECTRO. Submit via the web-form at the web-site with your myspace link etc.
LABEL: consists of a label and studio dealing exclusively with URBAN music, ie R&B, HIP HOP and D&B. Main man, Tarek, says he has been in business for seven years and has secured distribution through Polydor. He has worked with N Dubz who were voted best UK newcomers in the MOBO awards, amongst others who are set for the similar success. Tarek would like to hear from singers and musicians with DANCE and URBAN material and also from producers with top quality URBAN tracks available for licensing.
LABEL: was founded as a Copenhagen indie label. Even though the label is no longer an underground operation, and despite the fact that nowadays they have moved out of the flat that used to be the HQ, the philosophy and ambition is still the same: to release quality music in the area of ALTERNATIVE POP and ROCK under the conditions of full creative control for the bands.
LABEL: is a UK-based Indie/DIY label specialising in PUNK, SKA and OI. It was originally created to release bands in the greater London area but has expanded over the years to an established name in the UK underground punk scene. Submissions are welcome from anywhere and preferred as an mp3 to their email.
LABEL: is constantly seeking new material especially in the COMMERCIAL ROCK and upmarket POP areas from all over the world. Send master quality tracks in these styles only .
LABEL: run labels all with a Dance theme, deals in Commercial House / Funky House while **** releases Pop/Dance. Director, Ann, emphasizes you should not send in anything which is outside these fields. Please check the web-site to get a feel of what is likely to excite them.
MANAGEMENT: says they are interested in taking on an additional act at the moment buy only in the INDIE/ROCK area or perhaps a singer/songwriter. Jennifer is only interested in acts which are fully developed with a good profile and fan-base and with a clutch of top quality songs. It is therefore expected that you will be very active on the live front. Submit only if you tick all the boxes!
LABEL/PUBLISHER: has been established for over ten years, and covers a range of genres of music from DANCE, HIP HOP, R&B, TECHNO, RETRO, MOR and ROCK. Kevin is also always interested in songwriters who can supply broad based, well written ballads which have the potential to be adapted to different styles for publishing deals and artists who can really deliver a professional performance and preferably great songs.
LABEL: will be releasing all kinds of great material, from Metal to Folk, on the label and anticipates around 6 releases next year distributed by Music Response. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in any format you like but Che would much prefer a live recording than a studio set.
PRODUCTION HOUSE: a full service film/video production house with offices in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis, are looking for various songs for a Suspense/Thriller. To submit material, email a link to your sound-files to producer MARK.
LABEL: was formed November 1993 in San Diego California by long time loyal fans of INDUSTRIAL Music . Their mission is to develop the careers of the leading Artists in the Industrial music genre.
LABEL: in Toronto, Canada has written to say the label is currently accepting demos for possible deals in 2009!is a ROCK label that has been in operation for three years. Distribution is by Universal. Ryan says the label can only work with hard working artists who have top quality music. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world by mp3, EPK or CD.
PUBLISHER: in Nashville says they are interested in Christian and Country material from anywhere in the world and will offer single song deals to writers with top quality commercial tunes. You must complete the submission form on the web-site to start.
WEB-SITE: is constantly on the look out for new, talented producers/engineers to develop audio loops in styles of HIP HOP, R&B, POP, HOUSE, TRANCE, ELECTRO, etc.
VIDEO PRODUCER: a leading provider of custom workout music, is actively seeking music in the following genres: ROCK (all styles), LATIN, ELECTRONICA, DANCE, HIP HOP, COUNTRY, WORLD/ETHNIC/TRIBAL, and any other high-energy music that you may have.
PUBLISHER: secures licenses with record labels and indie artists all over the world. They have been in business over 14 years and have over 1400 songs recorded as well as songs placed in ALL MY CHILDREN, SONS OF HOLLYWOOD, SINGING WITH THE ENEMY, HIGHROLLER, FELICITY and other TV shows and movies. Bob is always looking for top quality male and female Pop, Pop/Rock, Rock, R&B and Hip Hop and instrumentals for publishing deals.
LABEL: a New York based record label whose primary emphasis is on electronic music, widely ranging from underground HOUSE to TRANCE to commercial crossover DANCE music. President, Chris, says he is interested in signing master recordings for licensing in all the above areas. Submit your demo on a CD
LABEL: is now specifically in the market for finished masters of Banging Uplifting HOUSE and TECHNO tracks for immediate release in Europe.
MANAGEMENT/LABEL: based in Leeds which can offer management, agency and recording to promising up and coming acts across the ACOUSTIC, INDIE ROCK, METAL and PUNK genres.
LABEL: has many international chart artists licensed. Recently they have been supplying music to The Discovery Channel. Label manager, Phil, says he is interested in cutting edge music in all styles, from anywhere in the world. Submissions can be on CD or by EPK/MP3.
PUBLISHER: wants artists & producers who specialize in HIP HOP, R&B, SOUL & REGGAE material and they invite submissions from anyone who writes good songs in these genres even if they are of a political nature as they are a "Free Speech Publisher".
MUSIC LIBRARY: established UK music production and publishing company that specialises in providing music to media professionals for use in their productions. Media covered include music for TV, video, radio, advertising, film, multimedia and corporate use, recent credits include items for New Tricks, Relocation Relocation, Doctor Who, Eastenders, Hollyoaks and Coast.My contact, Will, says he is interested in sourcing new music in all sorts of genres that have some potential use in these areas.
MANAGEMENT: is firmly established as a highly active and innovative global promoter of the ELECTRONIC music scene. They organise events and manage DJ M*’s label which is interested in primarily in DRUM & BASS and BROKEN BEAT material from around the world. Company has an international reputation and ethos based on a founding policy to discover and develop talent of the future.
LABEL: says "I'm looking for ROCK and INDIE bands that have something new to offer and bands that will grab my attention. I want to find and develop bands that are going to rip apart current boundaries." Submit on CD only to:
LABEL: would love to hear good quality audio recordings that they can listen to on real stereos. If you have any gigs in the UK or Europe coming up, make sure to include a list.
LABEL: is an independent niche record label and music publisher founded in 2002, in Copenhagen/Denmark.The label specializes in ALTERNATIVE, ROCK and POP material and has several international artists on their roster. Submissions are welcome from world-wide.
MANAGEMENT: are looking looking for a ROCK/INDIE band and an 'exceptional' singer/songwriter with an album’s worth of good, solid and above all, marketable material who have the dedication and commitment to move to the next level by working with a professional production team leading to the possibility of a commercial release. Original material only. Send full press-kit, gig list plus CD marking package " Bandit ".
PUBLISHER: has a catalogue spanning more than 60 artists worldwide, specialising in music from the more alternative genres – PUNK, METAL, SKA, ROCKABILLY and ELECTRO. Submit via the web-form at the web-site with your myspace link etc.
LABEL: consists of a label and studio dealing exclusively with URBAN music, ie R&B, HIP HOP and D&B. Main man, Tarek, says he has been in business for seven years and has secured distribution through Polydor. He has worked with N Dubz who were voted best UK newcomers in the MOBO awards, amongst others who are set for the similar success. Tarek would like to hear from singers and musicians with DANCE and URBAN material and also from producers with top quality URBAN tracks available for licensing.
LABEL: was founded as a Copenhagen indie label. Even though the label is no longer an underground operation, and despite the fact that nowadays they have moved out of the flat that used to be the HQ, the philosophy and ambition is still the same: to release quality music in the area of ALTERNATIVE POP and ROCK under the conditions of full creative control for the bands.
LABEL: is a UK-based Indie/DIY label specialising in PUNK, SKA and OI. It was originally created to release bands in the greater London area but has expanded over the years to an established name in the UK underground punk scene. Submissions are welcome from anywhere and preferred as an mp3 to their email.
LABEL: is constantly seeking new material especially in the COMMERCIAL ROCK and upmarket POP areas from all over the world. Send master quality tracks in these styles only .
LABEL: run labels all with a Dance theme, deals in Commercial House / Funky House while **** releases Pop/Dance. Director, Ann, emphasizes you should not send in anything which is outside these fields. Please check the web-site to get a feel of what is likely to excite them.
MANAGEMENT: says they are interested in taking on an additional act at the moment buy only in the INDIE/ROCK area or perhaps a singer/songwriter. Jennifer is only interested in acts which are fully developed with a good profile and fan-base and with a clutch of top quality songs. It is therefore expected that you will be very active on the live front. Submit only if you tick all the boxes!
LABEL/PUBLISHER: has been established for over ten years, and covers a range of genres of music from DANCE, HIP HOP, R&B, TECHNO, RETRO, MOR and ROCK. Kevin is also always interested in songwriters who can supply broad based, well written ballads which have the potential to be adapted to different styles for publishing deals and artists who can really deliver a professional performance and preferably great songs.
LABEL: will be releasing all kinds of great material, from Metal to Folk, on the label and anticipates around 6 releases next year distributed by Music Response. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in any format you like but Che would much prefer a live recording than a studio set.
PRODUCTION HOUSE: a full service film/video production house with offices in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis, are looking for various songs for a Suspense/Thriller. To submit material, email a link to your sound-files to producer MARK.
LABEL: was formed November 1993 in San Diego California by long time loyal fans of INDUSTRIAL Music . Their mission is to develop the careers of the leading Artists in the Industrial music genre.
LABEL: in Toronto, Canada has written to say the label is currently accepting demos for possible deals in 2009!is a ROCK label that has been in operation for three years. Distribution is by Universal. Ryan says the label can only work with hard working artists who have top quality music. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world by mp3, EPK or CD.
PUBLISHER: in Nashville says they are interested in Christian and Country material from anywhere in the world and will offer single song deals to writers with top quality commercial tunes. You must complete the submission form on the web-site to start.
WEB-SITE: is constantly on the look out for new, talented producers/engineers to develop audio loops in styles of HIP HOP, R&B, POP, HOUSE, TRANCE, ELECTRO, etc.
VIDEO PRODUCER: a leading provider of custom workout music, is actively seeking music in the following genres: ROCK (all styles), LATIN, ELECTRONICA, DANCE, HIP HOP, COUNTRY, WORLD/ETHNIC/TRIBAL, and any other high-energy music that you may have.
PUBLISHER: secures licenses with record labels and indie artists all over the world. They have been in business over 14 years and have over 1400 songs recorded as well as songs placed in ALL MY CHILDREN, SONS OF HOLLYWOOD, SINGING WITH THE ENEMY, HIGHROLLER, FELICITY and other TV shows and movies. Bob is always looking for top quality male and female Pop, Pop/Rock, Rock, R&B and Hip Hop and instrumentals for publishing deals.
LABEL: a New York based record label whose primary emphasis is on electronic music, widely ranging from underground HOUSE to TRANCE to commercial crossover DANCE music. President, Chris, says he is interested in signing master recordings for licensing in all the above areas. Submit your demo on a CD
Saturday, 10 January 2009
Bandit A&R Newsletter Dec 2008 edition summary
Here is a summary of the opportunities researched for subscribers in the Dec 2008 edition of the Bandit Newsletter. To get full details of all these leads go to http://www.banditnewsletter.com/ and buy a back issue or take out a subscription.
LABEL: Chris would like to review material from artists and producers in all forms of DANCE music except R&B and Drum & Bass. He is also interested in vocal top-line writers. All deals will be for exclusive world-wide representation and must include the publishing.
LABEL: Weekly Download Singles club which has been running for over 4 years. MD, Dave, says they sell 12 month subscriptions at 12ukp which gives music fans access to a new download every week. Individual tracks are also be sold at 99p. With 52 slots to fill per year Dave is always looking for top quality tracks across all genres from you. This sounds a great outlet for emerging talent.
LABEL/MANAGEMENT: Deals with all kinds of PUNK, WORLD, FOLK and ALTERNATIVE music. Mainly interested in licensing master recordings from anywhere in the world or maybe management. If you can deliver, send a CD to:
LABEL: Partner, Danny, tells me he would be pleased to hear any of your top quality Funky Latin, Afrobeat or Breakbeat tracks for possible deals.
PROMOTER: London based company working hard to promote live music across the city. They have been operating for seven years and currently run well respected venues in London. Company is keen to help all kinds of electric and acoustic acts find a gig in London from Tuesday open mic nights to featured shows. Phil is also involved in booking acts for several festivals around the country. Check out the web-site and send him a link to your myspace or web-site tracks:
PUBLISHER: Small and newly established niche publisher specialising in POP, ROCK, ALTERNATIVE, SINGER SONGWRITERS and production music. Director, Peter, is looking for new writers & songs and says they would be a good home for someone who is looking for a more personal touch than you would be likely to get from a major Publisher.
LABEL: only interested in ALTERNATIVE, INDIE, POST ROCK and ACOUSTIC acts that are 100% committed and will be proactive with marketing and performing. Primary interest is in acts from the UK or Canada but not exclusively. Email Submissions preferred by links to myspace/web-site to start with.
MANAGEMENT: has mailed me again this month to say he is looking for Producers/Re-mixers or Writer/Producers, either "backing track writers" or "full song writers", preferably in the South East and who already have some track record of success, for management deals.
LABEL: was started as a fanzine in 2000 and started putting out records in 2001. They release about eight records a year through world-wide distribution and have about 30 bands connected to the label. The music is strictly old fashioned PUNK ROCK. If you have some powerful 70’s/80’s influenced PUNK material send it over to Marco on a CD or email with a link ( NO MP3’s) Even if he doesn’t sign you he may review the tracks in the webzine.
LABEL: would be comfortable on a CD or in a film score. Director, Sam, says he has contacts throughout the world-wide film industry and is interested in artists, producers and writers who could write for film but at the same time have appeal in audio only.
PUBLISHER: Paul wants to audition strong masters in Hard House, Trance, Techno, Hardcore & Drum 'n' Bass areas for publishing / licensing, from anywhere in the world. Also Paul would like to hear from fresh, young, girl singer-songwriters for projects in various Dance genres.
LABEL/PRODUCTION CO: is looking for a suitable act to sign to a development and packaging deal which will finance demos, photography etc. to the point where he can confidently market you to his major label contacts.
PUBLISHER: Howard appreciates his appearances in Bandit and now tells me he is looking for songs and new artists across the ROCK, POP, R&B or REGGAE areas. Howard says he is committed to listening to every demo and if it is good enough will try to help you achieve your goal. Submissions from anywhere in the world are welcome.
LIVE: West London’s newest live music club venue, is announcing its search for the best live bands in the capital. Bands and artists are invited to submit their music for consideration in the *** Battle Of The Bands Competition.
MANAGEMENT: is looking to discover a new wave of distinctive acts. Manager, Danny (formally Label manager of Skint) is only interested in fresh sounding, contemporary and energetic material which he describes as Council Estate New Rave, “Glock Rock” perhaps with an Electronic tinge.
MANAGEMENT: has been in high profile music management since the 60’s so the family has loads of contacts throughout the industry to call on for their clients. Anthony is busy trying to establish a strong roster of acts in the ROCK or POP areas and is looking for people with the potential to sell out stadium shows!!
LABEL: would like to discover a young singer/songwriter or band that is interesting, intelligent, musical, with strong song writing, impressive as a live entity, a great singer with star quality, image conscious, ever developing, challenging, newsworthy, prolific, hard working and with a very strong desire to succeed.
LABEL: If you’re an INDIE/ROCK band looking for some action in Europe I’ve discovered a label in France that actually specializes in releasing and touring UK Indie Rock Bands!!
PRODUCTION CO: are looking for music that is fresh, slightly LEFT FIELD and artists that want to make the very best music they can.
LABEL: from California, is dedicated to discovering and producing excellent INDIE artists. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world, on CD, with bio and photo, or via a link to your myspace page.
MANAGEMENT: do artist development, A&R, music marketing, and film and TV licensing. They work with POP, ROCK, R&B, HARD ROCK, METAL, JAZZ, ACOUSTIC, DANCE and BLUES artists. Director Al says he is currently seeking new artists to work with. Please call or email first.
LAWYER: shops deals and negotiate contracts worldwide and is very interested to hear Hit acts and hit songs, mostly bands/groups that write their own material and that are young and committed.
PRODUCER: produces around 8 albums a year and works mainly in the ROCK, POP, BLUES and ALT ROCK genres. He has 30 years experience and has been Grammy nominated. His albums have been released on Chrysalis/EMI and Blind Pig amongst others. Please submit on CD if possible but a myspace link will be visited.
MANAGEMENT: California based company are interested in hooking up with artists that deal in HOUSE/DANCE, as well as comedy and smooth alternative stuff.
TV/FILM LIC: is a well established and multi credited US music licensing company and publisher that supplies songs and instrumental music to the North American motion picture and television industries. They are seeking broadcast quality recordings from songwriters, bands, and record labels who own all rights to their music. Styles needed are SINGER SONGWRITER, CLASSIC sounding music and original masters from the 1960s to the 1980s, INDIE ROCK and POP artists, URBAN music ala Black Eyed Peas, and INSTRUMENTALS suitable for motion picture trailers.
MANAGEMENT TN based: was formed to assist unsigned Musical Artists define the direction of their musical careers. Over the last twenty five years, the company has become one of the largest talent promotion agencies in the world, discovering talent from as far away as Germany, France, Africa, Sweden and Canada. Main focus is on acts and material in the R&B, Hip Hop ands Rap areas.
LABEL: Chris would like to review material from artists and producers in all forms of DANCE music except R&B and Drum & Bass. He is also interested in vocal top-line writers. All deals will be for exclusive world-wide representation and must include the publishing.
LABEL: Weekly Download Singles club which has been running for over 4 years. MD, Dave, says they sell 12 month subscriptions at 12ukp which gives music fans access to a new download every week. Individual tracks are also be sold at 99p. With 52 slots to fill per year Dave is always looking for top quality tracks across all genres from you. This sounds a great outlet for emerging talent.
LABEL/MANAGEMENT: Deals with all kinds of PUNK, WORLD, FOLK and ALTERNATIVE music. Mainly interested in licensing master recordings from anywhere in the world or maybe management. If you can deliver, send a CD to:
LABEL: Partner, Danny, tells me he would be pleased to hear any of your top quality Funky Latin, Afrobeat or Breakbeat tracks for possible deals.
PROMOTER: London based company working hard to promote live music across the city. They have been operating for seven years and currently run well respected venues in London. Company is keen to help all kinds of electric and acoustic acts find a gig in London from Tuesday open mic nights to featured shows. Phil is also involved in booking acts for several festivals around the country. Check out the web-site and send him a link to your myspace or web-site tracks:
PUBLISHER: Small and newly established niche publisher specialising in POP, ROCK, ALTERNATIVE, SINGER SONGWRITERS and production music. Director, Peter, is looking for new writers & songs and says they would be a good home for someone who is looking for a more personal touch than you would be likely to get from a major Publisher.
LABEL: only interested in ALTERNATIVE, INDIE, POST ROCK and ACOUSTIC acts that are 100% committed and will be proactive with marketing and performing. Primary interest is in acts from the UK or Canada but not exclusively. Email Submissions preferred by links to myspace/web-site to start with.
MANAGEMENT: has mailed me again this month to say he is looking for Producers/Re-mixers or Writer/Producers, either "backing track writers" or "full song writers", preferably in the South East and who already have some track record of success, for management deals.
LABEL: was started as a fanzine in 2000 and started putting out records in 2001. They release about eight records a year through world-wide distribution and have about 30 bands connected to the label. The music is strictly old fashioned PUNK ROCK. If you have some powerful 70’s/80’s influenced PUNK material send it over to Marco on a CD or email with a link ( NO MP3’s) Even if he doesn’t sign you he may review the tracks in the webzine.
LABEL: would be comfortable on a CD or in a film score. Director, Sam, says he has contacts throughout the world-wide film industry and is interested in artists, producers and writers who could write for film but at the same time have appeal in audio only.
PUBLISHER: Paul wants to audition strong masters in Hard House, Trance, Techno, Hardcore & Drum 'n' Bass areas for publishing / licensing, from anywhere in the world. Also Paul would like to hear from fresh, young, girl singer-songwriters for projects in various Dance genres.
LABEL/PRODUCTION CO: is looking for a suitable act to sign to a development and packaging deal which will finance demos, photography etc. to the point where he can confidently market you to his major label contacts.
PUBLISHER: Howard appreciates his appearances in Bandit and now tells me he is looking for songs and new artists across the ROCK, POP, R&B or REGGAE areas. Howard says he is committed to listening to every demo and if it is good enough will try to help you achieve your goal. Submissions from anywhere in the world are welcome.
LIVE: West London’s newest live music club venue, is announcing its search for the best live bands in the capital. Bands and artists are invited to submit their music for consideration in the *** Battle Of The Bands Competition.
MANAGEMENT: is looking to discover a new wave of distinctive acts. Manager, Danny (formally Label manager of Skint) is only interested in fresh sounding, contemporary and energetic material which he describes as Council Estate New Rave, “Glock Rock” perhaps with an Electronic tinge.
MANAGEMENT: has been in high profile music management since the 60’s so the family has loads of contacts throughout the industry to call on for their clients. Anthony is busy trying to establish a strong roster of acts in the ROCK or POP areas and is looking for people with the potential to sell out stadium shows!!
LABEL: would like to discover a young singer/songwriter or band that is interesting, intelligent, musical, with strong song writing, impressive as a live entity, a great singer with star quality, image conscious, ever developing, challenging, newsworthy, prolific, hard working and with a very strong desire to succeed.
LABEL: If you’re an INDIE/ROCK band looking for some action in Europe I’ve discovered a label in France that actually specializes in releasing and touring UK Indie Rock Bands!!
PRODUCTION CO: are looking for music that is fresh, slightly LEFT FIELD and artists that want to make the very best music they can.
LABEL: from California, is dedicated to discovering and producing excellent INDIE artists. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world, on CD, with bio and photo, or via a link to your myspace page.
MANAGEMENT: do artist development, A&R, music marketing, and film and TV licensing. They work with POP, ROCK, R&B, HARD ROCK, METAL, JAZZ, ACOUSTIC, DANCE and BLUES artists. Director Al says he is currently seeking new artists to work with. Please call or email first.
LAWYER: shops deals and negotiate contracts worldwide and is very interested to hear Hit acts and hit songs, mostly bands/groups that write their own material and that are young and committed.
PRODUCER: produces around 8 albums a year and works mainly in the ROCK, POP, BLUES and ALT ROCK genres. He has 30 years experience and has been Grammy nominated. His albums have been released on Chrysalis/EMI and Blind Pig amongst others. Please submit on CD if possible but a myspace link will be visited.
MANAGEMENT: California based company are interested in hooking up with artists that deal in HOUSE/DANCE, as well as comedy and smooth alternative stuff.
TV/FILM LIC: is a well established and multi credited US music licensing company and publisher that supplies songs and instrumental music to the North American motion picture and television industries. They are seeking broadcast quality recordings from songwriters, bands, and record labels who own all rights to their music. Styles needed are SINGER SONGWRITER, CLASSIC sounding music and original masters from the 1960s to the 1980s, INDIE ROCK and POP artists, URBAN music ala Black Eyed Peas, and INSTRUMENTALS suitable for motion picture trailers.
MANAGEMENT TN based: was formed to assist unsigned Musical Artists define the direction of their musical careers. Over the last twenty five years, the company has become one of the largest talent promotion agencies in the world, discovering talent from as far away as Germany, France, Africa, Sweden and Canada. Main focus is on acts and material in the R&B, Hip Hop ands Rap areas.
Bandit A&R Newsletter November edition opportunities
Here is a summary of the opportunities researched for subscribers in the Nov 2008 edition of the Bandit Newsletter. To get full details of all these leads go to
http://www.banditnewsletter.com/ and buy a back issue or take out a subscription.
PUBLISHER - Head of A&R, Michael, says he can offer top-level artist/writer development deals or catalogue deals where they will expand the repertoire. He’s looking for uniquely identifiable writers/artists/producers who are looking to develop long & expansive careers in the music business, crossing pop & creative boundaries. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world and can be by CD or MP3/EPK.
LABEL - Matt says he is interested in licensing tracks from unsigned artists in the HOUSE, TRANCE, TECHNO, and ELECTRONIC fields from anywhere in the world.Send your tracks to Matt via EPK or mp3 or send a CD.
MANAGEMENT - Craig is always looking out for new talent for management or for his label. Every band that has been released, with only one exception, has gone on to get signed by a bigger label!
PRODUCER - has credits diverse as Damon Albarn, Lee of the La's and Gerry Anderson's Thunderbirds. He's accepting submissions in just about ALL genres except corporate, X Factor Pop, Hip Hop and Rap.
LABEL - Andy tells me he is looking for fresh BREAKS and ELECTRO, ranging from funky through to more peak-time sounds from any Country.
PRODUCTION CO - Needs session singers1. strong female pop/soul/gospel, think 60s/70s Motown/Stax/Philly/Atlantic etc. 2. Mournful male, pop/country, think Don Henley/James Taylor/ Glen Campbell/Richard Hawley etc 3. Young high female voice, think girlie pop etc4. Young jazzy mournful male, think Chet Baker/Michael Buble etc5. Female sultry jazz, think Astrud Gilberto/Rebekkah Del Rio6. Female power balladeer.
LABEL - student run and student owned label. The Music Business & Management BA (hons) students who run the label would be happy to consider material across all genres for release on the label.
BAND - has been together 2 years and are managed by Laurie Jay and have a deal with David Arden's reforming Jet Records. These two have sold over 150 million records between them. The band have an album written and ready to record but their original singer left the band just days before recording started at Olympic Studio's in London. The management and label are still fully behind the project but they desperately need the right singer on board with the band before the album can be completed. They are looking for a UK based Male vocalist 18-26 years old who has a great image and voice and can commit 110% to the band and the promotion of the new album.
LABEL - based in the north of the UK and release quality DANCE music across the genres From ELECTRO & Funky HOUSE to commercial JUMPSTYLE. They continue to work with label partners across the world in bringing out great club anthems. Do you have one?
LABEL - MD says he is able to offer a World-wide, multi-album deal to any act in the ROCK, METAL, ALTERNATIVE and PUNK areas that can match the talent of the current roster. Submissions are welcome from anywhere.
LABEL - A new one year old label owned by the man who was MD of V2 Records for eleven years where he signed Elbow, Stereophonics, Mercury Rev and Paul Weller! He is looking for a couple more acts. Has a pretty broad view when it come to genre but is only interested in getting involved with artists who are looking to develop a quality, long term, music career.
LABEL - based in the US Virgin Islands and dealing exclusively with Roots Reggae material has world-wide distribution and is in the market for vocalists and songwriters for upcoming projects so if you can deliver an authentic Reggae sound, contact..
LABEL/PUBLISHER/PRODUCTION -Nashville based company run by high profile producer. Owner has gold and platinum discs on the wall of his office from acts like Faith Hill, Alabama and David Allen Coe. His latest breakthough is with Miko Marks who is the only black female country act to become Artist of the Year (in 2006). would like to audition top quality COUNTRY songs and also artists looking for a top production, label and publisher.
NEW YORK LABEL - would like to hear from totally awesome Indie Rock bands from anywhere and as always if you come with some previous success and experience so much the better.
TEXAS PUBLISHER - operates in the COUNTRY, SOFT ROCK, BLUES and POP areas and needs songs written for TODAY’s market with strong hooks.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)