What does a Record Label A&R do?

The record label A&R position is probably one of the most hectic jobs in the music business. A&R stands for Artists & Repertoire. The function of an A&R is to help their artists creatively and help the record label financially by signing hit acts and developing them. They are usually music industry professionals that are hired to oversee the entire recording process which includes finding the right songs for their artist, working with the right music producers, finding the right recording studio, etc. A major A&R must stay on top of the current music industry trends to create acts that will succeed for the record label that employs them. Even if a record company A&R really likes a band he/she may not be able to sign them. Usually it is the head A&R that makes the final decisions. Being an A&R can be extremely stressful with every act that you sign your job is on the line. Since there is a high rate of failure in the music industry, A&R people try to sign artists that are already somewhat established. If an A&R does not prove to the record label that they can generate hit acts they will be let go from the company.

So, we are looking for artists that have atleast four completed songs. Completed meaning recorded, mixed and mastered on CD for our review. If you feel you fit this profile please use our A&R contact form and submit your material.    Thanks, Lou Reeves A&R Department

 

Phos Records A&R Department

Head A&R: Anjel White   Genres: All

 

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A&R Reps: Lou Reeves   Contact Me   Genres: Hip-Hop R&B