Note: The following article is an edited and updated version of the introduction to a chapter on major label and independent label relations published in the book "The Musicians Business and Legal Guide, 3rd Edition" by Prentice-Hall.
How To Cultivate Relationships And Propel Your Music Career Forward
"Stop and think for a moment what your reputation is. How do you think others perceive you?"
When I first started to think about writing this article, I shied away from the whole idea. After all, it didn't seem totally related to marketing music. But then I started thinking, this is actually THE topic to write about, not only because I have personally run into many memorable circumstances, but
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* The 2004 International Music Production Contest
* RIAA Steps Up Efforts Against Illegal File Sharers
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* UK Publishes First Intellectual Property Crime Strategy
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* International Acoustic Music Awards Kicks Off
* Rachael Lampa Release Self-Titled Album
* Perform On Stage At Call To Arts! Summit IV
* CMT/NSAI Contest Offers Publishing Contract
* Justice Through Music's DVD Empowers Youth To Vote
* BPI Welcomes Patent Office's Crackdown On IP Theft
* Indie-Music.com Offers One Year FREE Membership
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There comes a point in every artist's life when they need to go beyond simply scratching the surface and truly invest every ounce of their soul in the creative process. Though powerhouse vocalist Rachael Lampa's consistently belted out reflections from the heart, this self-titled outing finds her letting loose with no holds barred abandon, upping the expository level and relating to her audience with new found candor and maturity.
How and Why Major Labels and Independent Labels Work Together 
