How To Start A Record Label

A WORD FROM THE AUTHOR This book was written with the purpose of educating individuals on "How to Start a Record Label". The knowledge of what an individual will need to start their own label is in this book. During my days of trying to start my own label I searched for such a book, a blue print of sorts to tell me what steps to take and in what order, I couldn't find any. After years of success with my own company, I decided to give back. People from all over the U.S. have come to me for advice on how to start a record label of their own. After a while I found I kept repeating myself so I decided to put together a guide that could help those in search of the knowledge to get started on their own label. You will also find the name of a music consulting company that I have listed to help you if you get off track. If you are ready for the knowledge to own your record label then proceed forward!

Darrell "Dink" Ballard was bornand raised in St. Louis, Mo.¿ He is the owner and C.E.O. of Street LifeRecords and Films out of Atlanta, Georgia.¿Darrell is the proud father of his only child, his daughter DaShya.Darrell divides his time between St. Louis, and Atlanta.¿ His clients of rappers, songwriters, andproducers have included the likes of Nelly & The St. Lunatics; Too Short;Ludacris; Lil Jon & the East Side Boys, just to name a few.Darrell is on the Board ofDirectors of Commercials Express & Consulting Express two St. Louis based companiesHe has been spokesperson atvarious musical seminars, and he has shot a variety of music videos.He has worked on projects withBET, VH-1 and Time Warner.Darrell is a people person andwould love to hear YOUR THOUGHTS and answer any questions you may have.¿ Just write to him at the address below.Darrell "Dink" BallardP.O. Box 413St. Louis, Mo. 63033