Author Archives: dahancb

Big Machine Records is unlike any other independent label, and they like it that way. Founded in 2005 by the brilliant Scott Borchetta, Big Machine Records has always liked to be out of the box thinkers and innovators in the … Continue reading →

Since 1987, Naxos Records, an independent label specializing in classical music, has redefined how this genre is both marketed and presented. Utilizing Innovative strategies to record exciting new repertoire with exceptional talent has made it possible for Naxos to develop … Continue reading →

                          Innovation is often paved on unconventional ideas. Unconventional ideas are usually shunned upon and told will not and cannot work. Touch and Go Records takes concepts that would … Continue reading →

There are several indie labels in the industry today; each is individual and very unique, with their own story to tell. I chose to write about Gotee Records because 1. The name in-and-of-itself gets your attention, 2. They have a … Continue reading →

“We don’t want to be big, but we want to be great.”- Daniel Glass, Glassnote Records. It had been a long week. Last October’s CMJ conference was crammed with meetings, label presentations, and artist showcases scattered about every corner of … Continue reading →

“Easy listening,” “instrumental pop,” “lite jazz,” and “elevator music” are just a sampling of the ways in which “Smooth Jazz” is often classified. Smooth jazz typically features one primary lead instrument or vocal, accompanied by a standard pop arrangement. “Many … Continue reading →