Demo
by Ben McLane, Esq.
The basic necessary element of any demo is strong material for the format/market
your music is geared towards. The most commercial song should always be
sequenced first as some A&R persons may never get past that song if it does not
hook them. A demo consisting of 3-4 songs is the standard. Production or
sonic values are a factor to some, so you should seek to create the best
sounding recording you can afford, since that is what your competition is
doing. With new technology a person does not have to spend a lot. Just make
sure the vocals and whatever other aspects of your "sound" that make you special
jump off the speakers. However, forget the fancy packaging, etc. as form
never wins over substance. Moreover, if you are developing a following and
selling records you have already proven your worth, so no one will really care
what your demo sounds like anyway. Of course, if the purpose of your demo is
also to sell to fans, you will need to make it sound good so a buyer feels they
bought something of quality.
Copyright 2006, Ben McLane
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