Other Record Labels

Other Record Labels

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Interviews and insights from independent record labels. A podcast for the people who run indie record labels and for DIY musicians who self-release music. Hosted by Scott Orr.

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Other Record Labels

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Latest episode

Oct 13, 2026

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Episodes

How to Bring Value to Your Audience 22.06.2021

Let's talk about a few ways that we can bring real, meaningful value to our record label's audience. ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​ ​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Carpark Records - (Cloud Nothings, Toro y Moi, Panda Bear) 15.06.2021

In this episode, I chat with Todd Hyman of Carpark Records!  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Case Studies: This & That Tapes on Communicating Values 13.06.2021

Welcome to a brand new monthly series called, Record Label Case Studies, where we take a look at indie record labels who are doing inspiring things, and what we can learn from them! Our first episode is with This & That Tapes, as we look at how they use a simple slogan to communicate what matters to them as a record label...  Learn more and get free resources for indie record labels at http://othe...

Should You Start a Record Label? 08.06.2021

Let's talk about why you should start a record label (if you haven't already) and how you need to be be transparent, unique, and persistent to launch an indie record label!  ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​ ​ on Instagram htt...

Lauretta Records - (Kesha Shantrell, Calen Lucas, Revel Day) 01.06.2021

In this episode, I chat with Lauretta Records CEO Katrina Frye on the responsibilities of being a music entrepreneur. Plus we chat a lot about her label's success with sync licensing!  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

How to Manage Your Label’s Royalties 25.05.2021

Let's talk about 3 accounting mistakes most record labels make when trying to manage their artist royalties. ►► Download Get access to all of our resources on Record Label Royalties at http://otherrecordlabels.com/royalties Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​ ​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabe...

Royalty Accounting - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS) 18.05.2021

In this episode, I talk with Infinite Catalog co-founder Hunter Giles. Infinite Catalog is a new royalty accounting software platform designed for independent record labels.  ►► Learn more and get an exclusive discount at →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Royalties Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.

3 Tips for Your Record Label’s Website 11.05.2021

Let's talk 3 things to keep in mind when building a website for your record label.  ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​ ​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Comedy Minus One - (Eleventh Dream Day, Joshua Wayne Hensley, Mint Mile) 04.05.2021

In this episode, I interview talk with Jon Solomon from Comedy Minus One as we talk about his label and a lot about college radio!  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

5 Unique Ways Record Labels Can Make Money 27.04.2021

Let's talk 5 unique ways record labels can make money! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com Follow #OtherRecordLabels​ ​ on Instagram http://instagram.com/otherrecordlabels​

Oh Boy Records - (John Prine, Kelsey Waldon, Dan Reeder) 20.04.2021

In this episode, I interview talk with Collin Filder from Oh Boy Records to talk about what it might have been like for John Prine to start the label way back in the 80s before indie labels were the norm. Plus we talk about their plans post John's passing in 2020.  ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels an...

I wrote a book! 15.04.2021

I'm excited to finally announce something that I've been working on for quite some time... I wrote a book!  It's called "How to Start a Record Label - A 30 Day Guide" and it's a super straightforward approach to building and launching a record label. You can grab your copy on Amazon and find more about the book at http://otherrecordlabels.com/book!

The Album Release Post-Mortem 13.04.2021

Let's talk about the 5 things we should do after every new release campaign...  ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Misra Records - (Buffalo Rose, Destroyer, Gabriella Salvucci) 06.04.2021

In this episode, I interview Jeff Betten of Misra Records and we talk about pressing vinyl, as well as when your label should start thinking about physical distribution! ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

The Story of Other Record Labels 04.04.2021

A brief history of how this all began... Visit OtherRecordLabels.com for more helpful resources.

How to Write an Artist Bio 30.03.2021

Let's talk about a few tips that will help you and your record label craft artist and album bios! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Bio Writing - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS) 23.03.2021

In this episode, I talk to Sammy Maine who is an author, writer, and editor. She's also a bio writer for record labels and independent artists. We talk about how labels should go about tackling the job of writing album and artist bios. ►► Download our free Record Label Toolkit at →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://Oth...

The #1 Job of a Record Label 16.03.2021

Let's talk about the #1 job of a record label and how we can get better at working with artists we truly love and admire! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

College Radio - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS) 09.03.2021

In this episode, I chat with Shil Patel of Tiger Bomb Promo all about College Radio, if it's still relevant to indie labels and how to run an effective radio campaign for your new releases. ►► Download our Free Guide for Independent Record Labels →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists like our “How to Start a Record Label” checklist at htt...

How to Talk to Artists About Money 02.03.2021

Here are a few tips to help you talk to artists on your record label about money! It can be a pretty awkward conversation, but it doesn't have to be! ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Lathe Cutting - (INDUSTRY INSIDERS) 23.02.2021

In this episode, I chat with Robyn Raymond about the art of lathe cutting. Is it affordable for indie labels, what are the ideal quantities, and how does it sound? ►► Download our Free Guide for Independent Record Labels →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists like our “How to Start a Record Label” checklist at http://OtherRecordLabels.com.

3 Myths About Record Labels 16.02.2021

Let's talk about 3 common myths about record labels and how we can work towards dispelling them.  ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Substitute Scene Records - (Juliet Quick, Den-Mate, Verdigrls) 09.02.2021

In this episode, I interview Emily O'Brien, the owner of Substitute Scene Records and we talk about running a record label and the different ideas of what it means to be an Entrepreneur. ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists like our “How to Start a Record Label” checklist at http://OtherR...

Stop Comparing Yourself to Others 02.02.2021

Why do we always compare our record label with other record labels? Let's talk about why this can be harmful, but let's also look at 3 healthy ways we can compare ourselves to others. ►► Download our Record Label Free Toolkit at  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

Mello Music Group (Seba Kaapstad, Oddisee, Mike Eagle) - Mike Tolle 26.01.2021

In this episode, I interview the founder of Mello Music Group, Mike Tolle about his philosophies on running a successful indie hip hop label. ►► Download our Free Record Label Toolkit →  http://OtherRecordLabels.com/Toolkit Find more resources for independent record labels and DIY artists like our “How to Start a Record Label” checklist at http://OtherRecordLabels.com

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