 Starting a LabelAIM works with up and running record labels, who fund us via their membership subscriptions. We aren't an organisation that guides people through the process of starting a company. If you are starting an independent label, but aren't ready to join AIM yet, this General Resources section here to help you. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOP 5 TIPS FOR STARTING AN INDEPENDENT LABEL 1) Buy a copy of "The AIM Guide to Survival and Success in the Music Industry", downloadable from this site. 2) Go to your local Business Link for advice on starting a business - they can help with Business Plans, Accessing Finance and start-up support. 3) Find the Music development agency or creative industries support organisation for your region, they may have information of training and support available to you. 4) Join PPL - make sure you get the money due to you from broadcasts! 5) Then Join AIM --------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENTS Download AIM's 10 Anniversary Magazine - Inc Tips for Running a Label (PDF 2.8MB) So You Want to Start an Independent Record Company? (PDF 252KB) How to start an Independent Label *Published in Sound Nation Magazine July 2005* (PDF 1.6MB) |
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