Bandit A&R Newsletter MARCH 2009 SUMMARY
Here are some of the opportunities I have researched and published in the MARCH 2009 issue of The Bandit A&R Newsletter. Click to get the full details of all these companies FREE in a PDF newsletter in your email - http://www.banditnewsletter.com

PUBLISHING CO is always happy to talk with talented songwriters from anywhere in the world about a publishing deal or just administration.They had a very useful response from his previous feature and is talking to several Bandit subscribers and hoping to do deals with them.

MUSIC LICENSING business looking for world-class unsigned music to pitch to Film and TV executives around the world. They pride themselves on being an artist friendly organisation as there are no costs involved in promoting artists music and all deals are non-exclusive, with artists receiving 70% (upfront and residuals) of all earnings. Artists always have final approval on where their songs are placed.

MANAGER LOOKING FOR SONGS is looking for up to date material in the style of Whitney Houston or Celine Dion - Power ballads + Dance but not “Ministry of Sound”. The artist has already made one album and has featured on the BBC Wales rising stars pages. Andy is looking for further new songs with hit potential for her next album.

LABEL operation is two years old and has done lots of single releases so far which have been placed on all the major portals as well as their own site. Artists signed come from the UK and Europe. Submissions from anywhere in the world are welcome. Enzo says he is happy to receive House music tracks digitally or on CD

MANAGEMENT CO has launched the careers of many worldwide established name hit artists over the last 15 years across the spectrum of music and is interested in taking on a new act for management at the moment and doesn’t mind what genre area your are working in as long as it has commercial potential. He prefers to get in quite early in an act’s development so he can use his experience and influence to build a impressive and successful package. If your act is at a stage where you can accept and benefit from management guidance get in touch via their myspace page.

PUBLISHER has a long history going back to the 70’s when it started out as a promoter of concerts. Since then it has branched out into labels, publishing and video covering a wealth of household names across the music industry, but it’s core business is publishing and the recording studio. My contact Peter says they are interested to review great new mainstream commercial songs which have the potential to be hits.

LABEL was set up in 1998 by Justin and Jem, and since then has firmly established itself as one of the leading independent LEFTFIELD DANCE and BREAKBEAT labels in the world. Now diversifying into management and looking at a wider range of artists for this division. My contact, Joe, tells me they want to pick up an exciting new act and are also in the market for some vocalists to work on some upcoming production projects. Submissions are preferred on CD.

INTERTNET TV STATION was the first and original Internet TV channel streaming unsigned and independent music videos 24.7.365. It now has a pool of over a hundred international acts, in all types of genre, regularly appearing on the channel. Station owner, Seastian says he is looking for great music videos from unsigned and independent artists but no live footage. You must own the rights or be in a position to give permission to stream any submissions.

EVENT ORGANISER is currently looking for UK acts to perform on a large arena, multi-media tour around Scotland in 2009. Its a multi media road show aimed at 11-12 year old kids about encouraging good lifestyles. Music area is Pop/Rock. You will have to have the stage presence, experience and bottle to carry off arena gigs. If your band could ‘stop the show’ email an mp3 and biog or links to your site to:

LABEL is not too concerned about genres but is particularly looking for a solo POP artist or singer/songwriter with a unique voice. Submissions are only required from UK based artists.

LABEL & MANAGEMENT based in Italy is specializing in TECHNO, DETROIT, IDM and ELECTRONIC music. Gianluca is scouting new acts/music for the international club scene and also looking for more international partners/agents to book his roster world-wide.

LABEL & MANAGEMENT are keen to audition your act for their publishing, label, management and venue operations if you are in the POP/ROCK/ACOUSTIC CONTEMPORARY areas.

MANAGER is willing to consider and will listen to most things as long as it's original, but will only take on an act who are "really bloody keen and open minded". Submit by email with links to your myspace or web-site

MUSIC LICENSING company, digital distribution network and general resource centre for the diy musician that operates in the PROGRESSIVE ROCK, AVANT GARDE and ELECTRONIC, left field music areas. Browse through their present artists on the web-site and you'll get the idea. MD, Barry, says he is keen to hear self produced album material in all these areas for digital and physical distribution deals. There is no up front cost for this only commission on sales. He also says he has a market in N America for TV/Film usage.

PUBLISHER says he is interested in collaborating with artists and writers in pretty well any genre except Death Metal if he loves what you do. A trip round the web-site will tell you what they’re all about. He loves to find and develop artists, songwriters and singers.

PUBLISHER based in Italy has scored in recent weeks a number 2 in the official sales charts of Italy . They would like to tell you that they are now building a music library and are looking for top quality masters for sport scenes.

LABEL was founded by Peter two years ago and has already achieved a #63 listing in the download chart. He is currently working with 2 acts. Peter is looking for new up and coming bands or existing artists looking for a change in MOST COMMERCIAL GENRES. The deal is basically no money up front, but they will cover all recording publishing and other costs and the band will receive an agreed percentage of the sales revenue. Submissions, welcome from anywhere in the world, can be by CD or mp3 or emailed links:

INTERNET RADIO STATION is an on-line, new music web-site which broadcasts their music to a million listeners worldwide. They are on the lookout for unsigned and independent music and artists to feature in their music library, which already has over 1000 artists being listened to on a daily basis. They have no fee, it is all FREE!

MANAGER is looking for hit potential, INTELLIGENT POP songs for the next album by a Maltese girl band tipped to break onto the internatioal scene.

MANAGEMENT/LABEL GROUP is looking for ground breaking acts that are semi established and have a clear vision of their future. Submissions should be by CD in the post or an email with links to your myspace/web-site

PUBLISHER is only interested in SOUL, LATIN, SALSA and BALLADS for publishing, from anywhere in the world. Equally interesting are performing acts and pure writers so if you produce songs, in these areas only, send a couple of your best to:

USA ENTERTAINMENT CO operations include management, production and publicity and they currently have four acts covering RnB, Pop, Hip Hop and Rock . During its life DARP has had Top 5 Billboard chart placings. The CEO is seeking an exciting US based ROCK BAND for a management/production deal. If you can offer a cutting edge Rock act send an mp3, biog and photo to introduce yourself.

USA LABEL is working a Major Management Company that is looking to sign new acts and bands from their roster. Specifically looking for an R&B or Hip-Hop artist for a possible production deal for a Major Company in LA. They also market tracks to the TV and Film outlets.If you can supply some great R&B or HIP HOP tracks and you are based either in the USA or UK please email Angel to kick things off, including an mp3.

USA LABEL is interested in building a partnership with artists. They are interested in hearing good songs and music from any ROCK related style. Artists must be professional, dedicated, and serious with an attitude to match. Submissions are welcome from the USA and UK but Bobby much prefers a CD in the post to electronic submissions.

USA LABEL he is keen to audition material in the POST HARDCORE, EMO, INDIE, POP and ETHEREAL/CELESTIAL areas he is most interested in receiving complete full-length albums. Please look at the submission instructions at the web-site

USA FILM CO would like to use your love songs, ballads, and fun music in their documentary film series, which pays homage to America's greatest love stories and the couples who have lived them. They are in need of music a.s.a.p. All genres will be considered, but no Death Rock, please! Email initially if you are interested in getting your music to a nationwide audience through these films.

USA PUBLISHER controls over 2,000 titles previously published through BMG music publishing. They scored a #1 Record on Poly Gram . They are interested in publishing new original material for 2009. They are looking for the world's best vocal artist and composer looking to advance his or her career. This performer must be young with a strong vocal ability, stage presence, good personality and business sense with the ability to compose original material. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world by mp3

USA LABEL says they are only interested in TECHNO and HOUSE material from anywhere in the world. He prefers a CD in the post or will accept an email with links to your myspace/web-site tracks

USA LABEL specializes in Avant Garde ELECTRONICA / JAZZ. My contact, Rob, says he is always interested in hearing JAZZ based innovative material from anywhere in the world but only on CD please to: