Yesterday, I started a list of artists that have built successful careers without the help of a major label. The goals are to prove that its not only possible but actually happening and to offer these artists as examples that others can learn from.
The submissions so far have been great, but some of the comments have questioned what criteria should be used. Bruce Warila of Unsprung Media and Music Xray has suggested two on Music Think Tank that I agree with wholeheartedly:
- "If previously signed to a major label (or an affiliate of a major)…disclose this."
- "Success to me = each band member (or the artist) is consistently generating over $50,000 USD a year after all expenses…" (more)
As the list grows, I'll re-post it in list form and maybe we'll vote some acts on or off the island as meeting the criteria. For now, share your thoughts and add to the list here. And please Digg, Stumble, Tweet and blog about the list. The more complete the list, the more value it has.
P.S. – If you do post something about the list of music 2.0 powered artists with a link, please come back here and tell us about it (including the link) so I can thank-you on Hypebot for spreading the word.
