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Is it just me, or does the story keep making slight adjustments?
Also, Is my math correct that 250.00 X 1000 is 250K?
Those are REALLY Bad Returns on ANY level.
have a nephew working on one of those “teams”, with a major library. He’s very talented, gets lots of placements and struggles to live in L.A.
I think I know which team this is.
(But back to the 1000 track claim from an MLR unknown)
Being in a good few of the Top Libraries. I work with “producers” that package these albums for the many “Sub-divisions” inside of the majors.I know for a fact, these producers are turning in far less than 1000 tracks a year, and are making far more than 140K-to-250K
If you are churning out numbers like that, why wouldn’t you just have your own Library/Catalogs inside of either one, or multiple companies/distributors?
Somethings not adding up for me; and I personally know, and work with some of the biggest in this industry.
The resources, and information are out there for “anyone” to find out what Production Libraries & Companies are getting the most exposure. As well, there is literally a “Wealth of Knowledge” on a lot of libraries in the “Access Music Libraries” section here on MLR.
Are you being “Lazy & Entitled?” Not wanting to do the work, and research on your own; so you ask a TON of questions to “The Lifers” about “what Watering Hole is producing the most Fish for them?”
Here’s a Big Tip. There are “Multiple Producers” of Albums inside of the top-tier, and bigger libraries. “Just because you are striking out with one, does NOT mean to give up. Do your research and find out “Who is actually Producing Albums & Content that have Your type(s) of music”.
If You are really good at what you do, and have a great work ethic. “You can get into just about any library You want!!”
Also, getting “quality/bigger” placements, and a “STRONG Track Record” will get you to the better fishing holes. The question is “Do You have what it takes to snag the Bigger Fish?”
Trust me, if You’re on Your Job. “They get in touch with You!!”
This was my first read in my first hour as a subscriber and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I feel like I’m where I’m supposed to be,
Takes a little bit to learn the play-field. But “The Lessons, and Real Gems that get dropped here are invaluable!!”
Because of being a part of MLR, I no longer am looking for Libraries & Catalogs. I found out “what the libraries were looking for, when they were looking for it; and how to “effectively” submit work to them.
Biggest of them all. I “continually” find out “where it’s really poppin’, and who are running music Cemeteries!!”
I cannot express this enough. “Take your time, and read EVERY Library Review in “Access Music Libraries!!”
Hi there Linda, Art is correct.
It already says if you want us to have a listen..
Give them a brief description of yourself, your styles of music, and some notable info about you.
Keep it short and sweet. Make sure the music really represents “Your Wheel-house”.
i think it was a bit insulting to trailer composers and music sups that they think that damage loops banging out on a keyboard is anywhere close to proper trailer music.
I COMPLETELY understand!
I feel like this.. If you don’t know a Genre, leave it alone. Don’t make Insipid, Dumbed-Down Music; and then make excuses as to the genre being basic, mindless, or rudimentary.Tons of crud out here from people that have no respect for genres outside of their scope, but love collecting the check..
A lot of the criticism is directed at trailer music. Actual TRAILER MUSIC (as in, the music in trailers) is far more innovative than most people think. We’re not talking about the stuff playing behind Cake Boss – that ‘epic’ sound is cheapened by overuse in everything from sausage ads to reality TV shows. It sometimes creeps into TV spots (the short TV ads for movies) but generally there’s a demand for innovation and something a little different in most trailers.
Mark, I have heard your work, and “Your Stuff is innovative”; but for the most part the genre/style is pretty-much cookie cutter right now..
I haven’t heard the whole webinar yet, but so far it just sounded like a bunch of griping.
Yes, The Cream will Rise to The Top. As well, it seems that the “majority” of the loop-based, and Fast-Food Beatmakers are getting stuck somewhere around the Lower-mid & Mid Tiers.
This type of saturation is not happening in the top-tier, and I’m literally turning down Libraries right now..
You might laugh when I say this but I feel like this particular track, compared to all I’ve done before, it´s on a different level and deserves better than an “Upload” button.
Go with Your “Gut”. Just because we have tracks that we are “Hot For” doesn’t mean we have to rush to put them out.
There really is no “Time Stamp” on tracks in Production Music, and there is literally a need for every period of music. To submit to libraries, I have been getting tracks accepted by looking at my “Archives from 5- to 7- to 10 years ago..
Any recommendations on libraries, tags, if the forms are ok, etc would also be wonderful. I also worry if its outdated at all.
Hi there. Technically, I see nothing wrong with the compositions. Personally, I would not mix “Harsh Synths with nice, clean, and pretty guitar tones” (like the first track. It took me on vacation until I heard the grainy synths. but that’s just me..)
If You’re worried about being “dated”. I know for a fact that unless it is requested. NOT following the current music trends too closely, and being a few years behind is best. What “most” libraries are looking for is “proven” music(s) that are highly sought after.
Coming from the record side of the business, where I was always looking at current trends/styles has not helped me much on this side. If it’s dated, somewhat boring, and in my opinion underplayed. That seems to be the target area for “a lot” of the Libraries..
I’m having trouble finding many sites through the archives here that are open submission, especially seeing as I don’t have much of a back catalogue yet. How are people mostly getting into these libraries, were many open submission at some point prior and changed their policies
Hi there, Art is correct. You have to build a relationship, and “You have to develop a thick skin, and take nothing personally”.
These Libraries know exactly what they are looking for, and have Albums/Themes slated. Because they are BARRAGED with music all the time. They focus and concentrate on ONLY what they need at the time (If it’s something they’re really feeling, or an album where it can be used is coming up soon. They will let you know, and show interest)
This whole thing for me has been building a track record, and getting placements. From there, you can show your work, and start getting into better libraries.
**Very Important!!** Make sure you read the reviews and comments in the threads about The Libraries you are submitting to. There are some “Lifer’s” here, and pretty much all of us here are in all of the Libraries. Reading, and having “good discernment” could be the difference between “making a LOT of Bread, and make some great advancements. Or, putting Your music into Music Cemeteries”.
To be honest “The Whole thing is Subjective”. One Library will tell You it’s too little, and one will tell you it’s too much.
All you can do is “Submit it, and hope the right person hears it”.
I had some tracks that I recently submitted to a moderate TV Library as part of their “requirements to start uploading tracks”. They came, they listened, and I heard nothing back from them (although, the person in charge of the Library sent me a Connection Request on LinkedIn..LOL)
Submitted the same tracks/cues to an APM Library, and got asked to do multiple Albums..
You just never know whats gonna happen, just “don’t set your sights on One or Two Dream Libraries; and just look for Great Homes for Your music!!”
Hi there Joseph F, Congratulations on the Forthcoming addition to Your Family!
WOW! Jazz Banjo, and Chicken Picking. Sounds like a Nice Niche!
I look forward to hearing the sounds!
I wish You much success!!
I have a few songs with Heavy Hitters already
Hi there, I saw “Heavy Hitters” and didn’t realize it’s a “Library”.
When I think of “Heavy Hitters” I think of Riptide, Position, and Massive Music..
Just curious Beatslinger, do you mean nostalgic like , Pat Metheny, Lyle Mayes duets with pads and tons of ambience or nostalgic like Bert Jansch?
Nostalgic like Jim Croce, and Pat Metheny. You’re getting really “Solid and Warm tones. As well, there is a lot of confidence in the playing”.
For pads, I would think “retro”. Arp 2600, Arp String Ensemble, Odyssey, Fender Rhodes MK/MkII
and Standard PianoLike I said, just thoughts..
Hi there Mspak1, and welcome.
Great tones with The Acoustic. I personally think that is “quite possibly your ave”.
I would love to hear some stuff from you, minus any drums or things that would make it “current, trendy, or hip”.I think You’re on to something if you can do some “heartwarming, and possibly nostalgic pieces”.
Just my thoughts.