Other Record Labels
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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Let's revisit one of my favorite interviews of all time, Terry Cole of Colemine Records!
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In this episode, we explore 10 real reasons why indie artists and record labels should seriously consider pressing vinyl records — even in a world dominated by streaming.
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From stronger profit margins and long-tail inventory to legitimacy, fandom, and discovering new audiences, vinyl continues to prove itself as more than nostalgia.
Scott shares observations from record stores,...
“DIY shouldn’t mean being ashamed of excellence.”
In this episode, I sit down with the founders of http://hellbendervinyl.com
We talk about the modern Seattle music scene, DIY culture, youth creativity, recording music with teenagers, physical media, and why “real life experiences” still matter in a hyper-online world.
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If you’re an artist or running a label, is CD actually the smartest physical format right now? If you’re a fan, is it worth collecting, or just nostalgia?
We’re digging into the real pros and cons on both sides—no hype, no nostalgia bias.
Because this isn’t just about a format… It’s about understanding where the next opportunity might be hiding.
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In this episode, I sit down with Brady (Alaskan Tapes), the artist and mind behind We All Speak In Poems—a project that exists somewhere between a label, a creative platform, and a philosophy.
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We talk about the quiet power of ambient music, building a world around your art, and what it really means to create without chasing numbers. Brady shares how his journey evolved f...
Most music releases fail before they even come out.
Not because the music isn’t good — but because there’s no real strategy behind it.
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In this episode, I walk through 5 essential principles every artist should follow when preparing a new release. These are simple, practical shifts that turn scattered “drops” into focused campaigns that build real momentum over time.
You’ll lea...
“How you present something affects how you hear it.”
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In this episode, I sit down with Charmaine and Randall of Kou Records — one of the most ambitious and creative indie labels I’ve come across — to break down their “cohort” model: multiple records released together as a unified body of work.
We talk about:
- Why they reject genre, algorithms, and streaming-first thinkin...
Does the music you release actually need to be good?
Not just “good enough.” Not just “interesting.” But truly great?
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In this episode, we unpack a question that sits right at the heart of indie music—but often goes unspoken. If DIY culture is about freedom and expression, does quality even matter? Or are we sometimes hiding behind “lo-fi” and “experimental” as an excuse not to...
What does it actually look like to take over a legendary indie label?
In this episode, I sit down with Emmy Black, the new owner of Bar/None Records—a label with nearly 40 years of history and a roster that helped launch artists like They Might Be Giants and Yo La Tengo.
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We talk about what it means to inherit a legacy, how to modernize an indie label without losing its identity, ...
Social media feels like a necessary evil for most indie artists and label owners.
You know you should be posting… but what’s actually working? What matters? And is any of it even worth your time?
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In this episode, I’m not coming to you as an expert—I’m coming to you as someone figuring it out alongside you.
I break down 5 things I’ve personally noticed about social media that hav...
In this episode, Scott talks with Bryce, founder of Crestfallen Records, a Pittsburgh-based DIY metal label that has quietly become one of the most respected names in the modern deathcore and metalcore vinyl scene.
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In just five years, Bryce has released 60+ vinyl titles, many with 4–6 variants each, turning Crestfallen into a destination label for collectors who want b...
Email marketing might be the most boring topic in the music industry… and also the most profitable.
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In this episode, Scott breaks down why email lists remain the most powerful marketing tool for record labels and indie artists — even in a world obsessed with TikTok, reels, and algorithms.
While platforms come and go, email has quietly remained the most reliable way to reach fans,...
“Here’s some weird fruit. Trust me — once you bite into it, you’ll love it.”
What if your record label operated like a farmers market for strange, exotic fruit?
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In this episode, I sit down with Aaron of Weird Fruit Records, a Santa Cruz-based label born out of pandemic farming, unconventional recording spaces, and a love for music that’s just a little… weird.
We talk about:
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In this episode, I break down four deceptively simple rules inspired by Make Your Own Rules by Andrew Huang — rules that every creative entrepreneur, indie artist, and record label owner needs to understand:
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Do things you want to do
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Don’t do things you want to do
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Do things you don’t want to do
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Don’t do things you don’t want to do
Confusing? Good.
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These four idea...
“Twenty years as an artist prepared me to serve other artists better.”
This week on Other Record Labels, Scott sits down with Chris Kelly, founder of Alt Dub Records, a UK-based dub techno label that’s been quietly selling out vinyl releases and building serious momentum in under two years.
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Chris is an artist-first label owner with decades of experience in sound, design, and cult...
Why aren’t your records selling?
This week, I’m breaking down five common reasons your CDs, tapes, vinyl (and even your streams) might be stuck… and what to do about it.
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No, I’m not promising you’ll magically sell out overnight. But I do believe in the compound effect: a bunch of small 1% improvements that add up—going from no sales → a few sales → more sales → “oka...
AI is showing up everywhere in the music industry — writing emails, summarizing deals, generating marketing plans… and now, drafting contracts.
But just because AI can help with music law, doesn’t mean it should.
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In this episode, I sit down with Cassandra Spangler, a New York–based music and entertainment attorney, to talk honestly about the growing trend of ar...
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Starting a record label is exciting—but sticking with it is where the real work begins.
In Episode 8 of How to Start a Record Label This Year, Scott focuses on one of the most important (and underrated) qualities of successful labels: consistency. Not hustl...
You should download my free TOOLKIT for new record labels... http://otherrecordlabels.com/toolkit
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Contracts and royalties are where a lot of people get stuck—and for good reason. Record labels have a long history of bad deals, broken trust, and artists getting the short end of the stick. In Episode 7 of How to Start a Record Label This Year, Scott tackles...
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People love to say there’s no money in the music industry. And honestly? It can feel that way—especially when you’re just getting started.
In Episode 6 of How to Start a Record Label This Year, Scott tackles this myth head-on and shares what he’s seen firstha...
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