Other Record Labels24 Touko 2022

Hydration Records (Ryan Hylton, Adiah, Tobi A)

Join us for an illuminating episode as we dive into the world of Hydration Records, the UK's pioneering gospel label. In this relaxed and captivating conversation, Scott engages Derrick, the creative force behind the label, to uncover the secrets behind their remarkable growth.

Discover how Hydration Records' niche focus has propelled them to new heights. With minimal competition and abundant space to thrive, Derrick shares why their unique position has sparked a devoted following. Prepare to be moved as they recount the heartfelt messages from fans who have discovered a genre of music they've never heard before.

With over 200,000 YouTube subscribers, Hydration Records has become a trendsetter in their genre, captivating listeners with their fresh sound. Explore the power of micro niches as Derrick discusses how their platform promotes and encourages artists to create within this unique space.

Featuring a range of genres including lo-fi, easy listening, rap, afrobeats, and Christian pop, Hydration Records is redefining the music landscape. Tune in to this laid-back episode and let the soothing melodies and captivating stories transport you to a world of musical discovery.

Join us now and get ready to embrace the magic of Hydration Records, the cool and innovative UK gospel label.

We talk about the idea of building a community/platform around a niche, sub-genre and promoting that community/niche before you try to promote your record label.

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Opening a Record Store - We Are Music Nerds Special Series

Building a Record Store for Music Lovers Presented by GROOVER What does it take to build a record store in 2026? In this episode, Scott sits down with Clifton, founder of Sisyphus Record Works, an i...

10 Marras 1h 14min

Tape Looping & Ambient Music - We Are Music Nerds Special Series

What happens when a musician gets tired of fighting with technology and decides to build his own? In this episode of Other Record Labels, Scott sits down with Ryan McKendall of Lofty Audio, the creato...

3 Marras 1h 8min

The Three Types of EPKs

Do you actually need an Electronic Press Kit (EPK) to succeed in the music industry? The short answer? No. But having the right EPK can make promoting your music, pitching your artists, and building r...

27 Loka 29min

Iron Fortress Records - (Record Label Interview)

Download my FREE Record Label Toolkit: http://otherrecordlabels.com/toolkit What can independent record labels learn from the underground death metal scene? In this episode of Other Record Labels, Sco...

21 Loka 55min

Do What Works For You!

There's no single right way to run a record label. And sometimes, listening to too much advice—even from this podcast—can make you feel like you're doing everything wrong. In this episode of Other Rec...

13 Loka 21min

Fern Rose Records - (Record Label Interview)

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5 Loka 54min

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4 Loka 5min

Quantity is More Important Than Quality

What if releasing more music is actually more important than making every release perfect? In this episode, I make the case for quantity over quality—and why independent artists and record labels may ...

29 Syys 18min