How can I submit my music to record labels?
Daniel Rodriguez
Published Feb 25, 2026
How can I submit my music to record labels?
How to Submit Your Demo to a Label
- Do: Research the labels you want to work with.
- Don’t: Email every label under the sun.
- Do: Talk about yourself and your goals.
- Don’t: Talk about who you sound like.
- Do: Be up front about what stage your music is in.
- Don’t: Give up.
What is JC Chasez doing now?
JC has continued his career in music with singing and songwriting, for other notable bands and soloists, and also appeared as a judge on Randy Jackson’s America’s Best Dance Crew. In May of 2020, the NSYNC boys got together over a video call to celebrate Lance Bass’s 41st birthday.
Do all major labels belong to RIAA?
Its members consist of record labels and distributors that the RIAA says “create, manufacture, and/or distribute approximately 85% of all legally sold recorded music in the United States”. RIAA is headquartered in Washington, D.C….Recording Industry Association of America.
| Abbreviation | RIAA |
|---|---|
| Website | riaa.com |
What record labels are looking for new artists?
That said, at the time of writing, the following record labels are looking for artists:
- Atlantic via Emerge (pop, R&B)
- Babygrande (hip-hop, indie, EDM)
- Captured Tracks (indie, post-punk)
- Century Media (hardcore, metal, hard rock)
- Dim Mak (electronic, punk, indie, hip-hop)
- Domino (indie)
- Epitaph (punk, emo)
What is the best record label in the world?
- Sony Music Entertainment: Widely popular by the name “Sony Music”, this American music company was founded in 1929 by the name American Record Corporation.
- Universal Music Publishing Group:
- Warner Music Group:
- Island Records:
- BMG Rights Management:
- ABC-Paramount Records:
- Virgin Records:
- Red Hill Records:
How do I get signed to an Interscope record label?
Reach out to notable A&Rs (talent scouts) in the music industry. Consolidate your presence on the internet (create social media handles for your brand) Reach out to Interscope Records’ A&R team, and encourage them to check out your work (see below to know how you can reach out to them).
How much does RIAA certification cost?
The charge for individual certifications is $350 for RIAA member companies, while non-members are charged $450 per certification, which must be pre-paid.
How does a song get RIAA certified?
In the United States, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) awards certification based on the number of albums and singles sold through retail and other ancillary markets. Certification is not automatic; for an award to be made, the record label must request certification.
