Final Thoughts A&R

In general, A&R representatives don't like to be approached directly by fledgling artists. In fact, most record companies don't even accept unsolicited materials through the mail. This is mainly to weed out the “RIF-RAF” factor. However it doesn’t mean you don’t have something they want, or are looking for. Again most A&R types are very effective at going out and finding talent b looking in all the right places, and they don’t need your help to do this. Though there are exceptions to every rule, the reps philosophy is that when you're truly ready to get to a recording agreement, they'll find you! So be realistic about the music biz and your career goals, learn to be more proactive about your career, and just get out there be heard doing what you love best.

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