To be brief, getting signed to a record deal takes time, effort and dedication. The "overnight success" is a rare occurrence. Labels are mostly interested in bands that have developed their fan base and have enjoyed a certain amount of independent sales with their own resources. MusicGorilla.com is the resource to help you reach this ultimate goal. We accomplish this through film submissions, distribution opportunities, LIVE label showcases and our 24/7 exposure to our Industry Reps.

There are many resources available through many of the organizations that lend attention to developing artists -- the performance rights organizations (BMI, ASCAP, SESAC, etc.), independent studios, production companies, and other national organizations such as GMWA. Just like there are lyricists without musicians, there are also music arrangers who need lyrics for their music. See similar questions...

Yes. Project Opus is still a great way to get your songs exposed to lots of fans. The best way to deal with this is have your label contact us directly at: See similar questions...

We ask that you allow us time to make copies of your child's immunization (shot) record, school form (medication at school form, day care form, etc.) or medical record. Please plan ahead and allow enough time for us to help meet your needs. Our clinic policy is to have: (1) Immunization Record copies completed within 24-48 hours, (2) School Forms signed within 24-72 hours, and (3) Medical Record copies to be completed within 10 work days. See similar questions...

Major record labels look for an assurance or guarantee other than your promise that your joint is hot. If you have a following of 300-500 folks that show up every time you perform, you'll find that radio stations will start to pay attention to you. Major record labels will be looking for a sales history of 10-20,000 CDs. Remember, your claim that you sold 10,000 out of your trunk won't count because it cannot be verified. See similar questions...

Placebo got a record deal in 1996 ( a year after their first offical gig in The Rock Garden, in Covent Garden, London) See similar questions...

We offer our clients free consultations with bookings. There is much about the industry you should know before setting out on a quest for a record deal. There are definitely certain etiquettes to follow when approaching radio stations and record labels with your music. We'll sit down with you, discuss your goals and suggest which paths might be best to take. If nothing else, our consultations will save you a considerable amount of time and money down the line. See similar questions...

You have a seven day cooling off period after signing the 'compromis de vente' in which you can pull out of the deal. The 'compromise de vente' will be sent to you by registered post and your seven days will start on receipt of the 'compromis'. See similar questions...

Once a signed contract is delivered to both buyer and seller, or their agents, and the earnest money is escrowed, the contract becomes legally binding. Buyers will often specify an option period or contingencies that allow them to back out of the contract in a specified amount of time. The seller is bound by the contract and cannot accept any other offers except as a "back-up" contract. See similar questions...

Interpol have a deal with Matador Records, an eclectic Indie/Rock label, (who have recently branched out and found success in other genres, most notably with the acclaimed Dizee Rascal). Matador is half-owned by label founder Chris Lombardi and co-president Gerard Cosloy, and half by Beggars Group, which used to be the very famous and highly influential Beggars Banquet label, from the UK. Matador have their own little Interpol corner on their website: http://www.matadorrecords. See similar questions...

Everyone enjoys a camp fire to gather around or the light of a tiki torch to guide them back to camp at night but fire and open flame present a unique set of challenges on the playa. Wind is an ever-present aspect of the Black Rock desert and must be taken into consideration. Winds can blow sparks and embers out of fire barrels and blow them across the open playa great distances until they settle against something (tents, shade structures, camping gear, art works, etc). See similar questions...

Make sure to add quikbookinfo@offers.quikbook.com to your address book or safe sender list so you can receive our emails. Check the latest email for a link to view a web-based version of the message. The Deal Alert is also available in a text-only version. See similar questions...

When you sign up for an account, an email is sent to the address you provided, you have to click on a link in that email in order for your account to become active. So if you provided a bogus email account, well.. that's what you get. Try again. See similar questions...

The answer is different depending on the size of the company you are considering. Larger pool builders treat the process like a relay race. You will likely be passed from person to person. The sales person turns in the paperwork to the sales manager. Processing staff handles financing, final paperwork permits and submission to an officer for approval. See similar questions...

You should go to "Login" in the left menu bar and enter you email address and password to access the course. If you have any problem, please call (866) 801-2082 for assistance. See similar questions...

There are numerous reasons we require "ClickOnce" applications to be signed. The biggest is to ensure that "ClickOnce" can not be used as an attack vector to propagate viruses to client PCs. By requiring "ClickOnce" deployments to be signed, only the... See similar questions...

This is a very complicated question and has been answered in some detail in various published articles. It is best to review each situation carefully and seek skilled legal and business representation before making any decision in this regard. See similar questions...

You are eligible to compete as long as the distributor does not have any rights to any future records or recording services and you are free to enter into an exclusive recording agreement. You are eligible to compete even if you have a publishing agreement. And yes, you may perform these songs on the show as long as the publisher signs the Original Song Grant of Rights Form (Download this Form). See similar questions...

After we've received the necessary funds, you are now an active Member. You will receive information on what drawings you are a part of, and how to see the actual lottery tickets for your records, and we watch and see if we win. See similar questions...