“Don’t just release your music willy-nilly—give it its own day in the sun.”
Releasing music isn’t just about finishing the recording—it’s about picking the right release date. In this episode, we break down three essential factors every indie artist and label should consider before choosing when to release a single, EP, or album.
Presented by LANDR - [http://landr.com/otherrecordlabels]
From planning during the recording process, to aligning with the right season, to making sure it works for your team and fans—we’ll help you set your music up for success.
MORE HELP HERE: http://otherrecordlabels.com/newrelease
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Garage Sales - (For the Love of Vinyl) - Episode 08
“It isn’t luck, it’s tenacity. It’s going to as many sales as you can, and always asking if there are records.”
In this episode of For the Love of Vinyl, Scott chats with Jay Clarke, owner of Time Capsule, a small collectibles shop in southern Ontario and the face of a beloved vinyl-hunting YouTube channel.
Presented by A to Z Media [atozmedia.com]
Jay shares his decades of experience digging through thrift stores, garage sales, yard sales, church bazaars, antique shops, and even Facebook Marketplace in search of hidden vinyl gems.
They explore how the golden age of cheap records in the 1990s has given way to a more competitive, knowledge-driven hunt today. From “bread and butter” classics like Thriller and Rumours to the thrill of stumbling on rare reggae and prog records, Jay explains why persistence, curiosity, and a bit of luck are the real keys to finding great vinyl.
Along the way, he offers practical tips for collectors, reflects on the cultural comeback of records in the 2000s, and shares some of his wildest finds—including grabbing three boxes of avant-garde LPs off a street curb on garbage day.
Check out Jay's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@timecapsuledunnville5133
Follow Jay on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/timecapsuledunnville/?hl=en
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LISTEN TO THIS... Before You Submit Your Music to Blogs, Curators, or Radio
Submitting your music to blogs, playlists, or radio can be overwhelming... and often discouraging. In this episode, Scott shares five essential steps to take before you pitch your music to press, curators, and influencers.
Learn how to stay organized, build the right list, craft simple pitches, and avoid common mistakes that keep your music from being heard.
Presented by LANDR - landr.com/otherrecordlabels
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LISTEN TO THIS... Before You Quit the Music Business!
"You’re not gonna stop, are you? This isn’t just a career — it’s in your DNA."
Burned out? Cynical? Ready to give up on music? In this episode, I’m sharing five real-world truths that might change your mind — or at least give you a healthier perspective before you walk away. We’ll talk about why record labels are like trumpets, the surprising power of yet (just like the meme), how hiatuses can actually be healthy, why the industry has always been hard, and the real reason most of us can’t quit even when we try.
Presented by LANR - [landr.com/otherrecordlabels]
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LISTEN TO THIS... Before You Make Cassettes!
Presented by LANDR - http://landr.com/otherrecordlabels
In this episode, we dive into the growing world of cassette tapes and share five essential tips you must know before pressing play on your first tape release.
From manufacturing small runs to prepping your audio, designing artwork, selling online or in stores, and making your cassettes irresistible to fans—we cover it all.
Whether you're doing it DIY or working with a manufacturer, this episode will help you make the most of your cassette release.
LEARN MORE: http://otherrecordlabels.com/tapes
Taking the Mystery out of Running a Record Label
A podcast for independent record labels with interviews from Sub Pop, Ghostly International, Mute Records, Jagjaguar, and more. Tips and advice for people starting and running a record label. http://www.otherrecordlabels.com
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