Major vs. Indie Record Labels: The Truth About Signing Deals
In today’s music industry, every artist faces a critical choice—sign with a major label or stay independent. But what are the real costs and benefits of each path? In this episode, we break down the myths, money, and power dynamics of major vs. indie labels.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How major labels operate & why they still dominate the industry
✅ The hidden contracts & industry gatekeeping that control artists
✅ How indie labels (or staying fully independent) give artists creative freedom but demand business skills
✅ The real cash flow differences—who makes more money in the long run?
✅ How AI…
The skinny
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