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Starting and Financing an Independent Record Label
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1C4F2fj5Ow&feature=related

Syd Butler, founder of French Kiss Records, talks about the various strategies by which he financed his independent record label. He goes into detail about working with the label’s first artists, the different income streams labels have available to them, and the importance of saving money for future expenses.

Why You Should Sign With a Major Versus Indie
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3optUP9zPc

Randy Lennox, president and CEO of Universal Music Canada, talks about the differences between major labels and independent labels, especially a major’s international relationships.

Differences in Record Labels
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eygWswrjrE

Bennie Diggs, a manager and producer for Rev3 Productions, explains the duties of a record company.