Artist Onboarding Guide for Epsilon Records 🌟
Congratulations on contemplating a major leap in your music career by exploring opportunities to collaborate with EPSILON RECORDS™, a leading name in the dance label collective scene. We would be thrilled to have you onboard and are excited about the possibility of working together to scale new artistic summits. To ensure a smooth onboarding process, we invite you to follow this guide, detailing the steps to fully integrate into our label.
Step 1: Understanding Epsilon Records 🏠
Before diving in, it’s important to understand who we are and what we do. EPSILON RECORDS™ is dedicated to nurturing talent in the electronic music spectrum, from techno to trance and everything in between. We believe in artist autonomy and strive to provide you with the tools and support to make your musical visions a reality.
Step 2: Initial Onboarding Meeting 📅
Schedule Your Meeting: Within the first week of signing, you’ll be invited to book a label onboarding meeting with our A&R team. Please prepare any questions you may have about your contract, our services, or your future with us.
Step 3: Artist Profile Set-Up 📝
Create Your Profile: Access and manage your profile through our dedicated artist portal, where your profile will be curated for feature on our website and digital streaming platforms. Write a professional biography that captures your musical journey, influences, and aspirations.
Step 4: Music and Branding 🎹
Music Submission: Submit your latest tracks and assets for review using our demo submission portal. Remember to include any lyrics, artwork, and credits.
Branding Materials: Share your existing branding materials, including logos, promotional photos, and any other relevant media.
Step 5: Introduction to Services 🔍
Explore Our Services: Familiarize yourself with the extensive array of services we provide as described in our services overview, encompassing everything from track mastering to promotional campaigns, all designed to propel your success.
Select a Package: Decide if the basic onboarding package suffices, or if you’d like to invest in our premium services to boost your reach.
Step 6: Promotional Strategy 💡
Meet Your Marketing Manager: You will be assigned a marketing manager to discuss promotional strategies and to tailor a campaign that aligns with your artistic vision and release schedule.
Social Media: Start planning your social media presence and campaigns in coordination with our team for optimal reach.
Step 7: Distribution Set-Up 🌐
Distribution Channels: We will set up your music on over 50 platforms through our distribution network.
Release Planning: Collaborate with our team to plan your release dates and promotional activities around them.
Step 8: Financial Orientation 💸
Royalties and Earnings: Understand how you’ll earn royalties, the payment schedule, and how to access your financial reports through our artist portal.
Invoicing and Payments: Set up your preferred method of payment and learn about invoicing for any additional services you opt into.
Step 9: Ongoing Support and Development 🛠️
Regular Check-Ins: Expect regular check-ins from your A&R contact to ensure you’re on track and to assist with any needs or concerns.
Professional Development: Take advantage of our workshops, webinars, and networking events to develop your skills and industry knowledge.
Support Team Access: Should you encounter any queries or require assistance, please open a ticket with our dedicated support team. For common questions, you may also find immediate answers in our comprehensive FAQ knowledge base.
Step 10: Community Engagement 🤝
Join Our Community: Be an active part of our community by engaging with other Epsilon artists, participating in label events, and contributing to our collaborative projects. For Discord users, come find your place in the conversation on our official server with this invite link.
Epsilon Events and Parties: Immerse yourself in the Epsilon experience by attending our exclusive events and parties. It's the perfect opportunity to network, perform, and get inspired by the collective creativity of our label family. Keep an eye on our announcements for upcoming gatherings!
Remember, the entire team at EPSILON RECORDS™ is here to support you every step of the way. Welcome to the collective — let’s make some music together! 🎉