Self-Publish Your Music CD with National Distribution

If you are looking to make your mark in the music world, then you have probably already experienced how difficult it can be to get your foot in the door. Most agents are reluctant to sign a new musician without previous experience, so the best way to get noticed is to often self-publish your own music CD. Not only will it serve as proof that you are serious about your music career and that you know how to make things happen, but a previously released music CD will make a very impressive demo tape.

If you are thinking about self-publishing your music CD, you are probably expecting to have to purchase the CDs, a label maker and software and worry about distribution. Well, think again. There are a growing number of independent distributors who, for a fee, will help to create duplicate CDs, print the CD insert and disc label, handle the application for a UPC code and get your new music album distributed nationally. One such label, The Orchard (http://www.theorchard.com), specializes in just this type of on-demand music distribution. They provide their client’s albums to an impressive list of major music stores, including online giant Amazon.

By having self-published your music CD, you will be effectively showing agents, record executives and managers that you are not only capable of putting together an album, but also that you can promote yourself and your music. The willingness to market your album will be a definite plus when it comes to dealing with big names in the music business.

Among the many benefits to self-publishing your own music is having complete control over the CD content, the songs, music, lyrics and length of each track. Additionally, you get to personally design the CD cover, label and insert. This will give you a chance to explore another creative side and combine the perfect art with your music stylings.

If you self-publish with an on-demand distributor, you will receive regular royalty statements and a free website set up for promoting your new album. You will also have online access to your account information, sales records and orders. The fee, which is charged before the distributor will work with your project, is paid upfront by the musician. You will also need to send a copy of your album, along with completed artwork for creation. On a final note, always make sure that you are dealing with a reputable company by checking out their history with the local Better Business Bureau.

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Daphne Succes
Writer, Business Owner, Motivator and Self-Starter
Independent Consultant for Passion Parties
http://www.daphnespassion.com