How to Present Your Demo: 10 Biggest Mistakes Artists Make and How to Avoid Them

By John Braheny | October 29, 2007

Your demo will introduce you to the eyes and ears of many music industry professionals. Take this introduction very seriously — it’s your job interview.

Here is a short checklist that summarizes the biggest mistakes I see new artists make all the time. Avoiding these will maximize your chances of getting heard and respect the demo listener’s time. (more…)

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A&R 101 - Getting a record Deal

By John Braheny | October 26, 2007

I often get asked about “how to get a record deal,” and while my answer has changed substantially in the past two years, it’s still crucial to understand the basics — starting with A&R. (more…)

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