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How Do I Prepare A Demo? PDF Print E-mail
Written by GJ Records   
Sunday, 10 January 2010 12:42

So you've read all our other FAQ's, and you think you're ready? There are two ways to submit a demo, either by snail-mail with a hard copy, or electronically in a ZIP file. These are the things WE need before we even listen to your music.

Have a bio, either on paper (hard copy) or in DOC format (electronic). This is the information that should be on the bio:

  • Real Name (If a group, include everyone.)
  • Your address, phone number, and email. (If a group, the person submitting this demo!)
  • Stage Name
  • Date(s) of Birth (Sorry, we do not seek anyone under the age of 18!)
  • Training, if any. (Include any instruments you play fluently.)
  • Description of the genre/style of music you perform.
  • Your (group's) story, in 200 words or less.
  • List any accolades you've accomplished.
  • Publicity Photos. (No more than 3)

Your actual demo should be on CD, or MP3 128kbps format or greater.

  • Original music is BEST!
  • Cover tunes (performing someone else's music) is not favorable.
  • No more than 5 songs.
  • HINT: Singers should highlight acapella skills.
  • HINT: Electronica artists should highlight their sample techniques, and original sounds.

Last, you will need a press kit. Either a hard copy press kit, or a EPK (Electronic Press Kit).

OK, you have everything, now send it:

You may send an electronic version of all of the above in 1 ZIP file to:

You may send hard copies of everything above in one package to:

Last Updated on Sunday, 10 January 2010 16:04