The advent of the Internet and the changing face of the recording industry have made an ideal environment for independent record labels. More and more enterprising individuals are striking out on their own, taking talented artists and turning them into hot commodities. There are many things to consider when forming a record label. Many would-be label heads get so wrapped up in the details that they skip over the very foundation upon which a record company should be built--the contracts that tie it all together. The Independent Record Label's Plain and Simple Guide to Contracting is a straightforward guide to the basic agreements an independent record label needs to function. Learn what's important when signing an artist, how publishing works, and when to request--or require--a license. Know when to negotiate and when to stand firm. Understand how royalties work. The Independent Record Label's Plain and Simple Guide to Contracting is a valuable addition to any indie label's collection.