Does Your Music Have to Be Good to Succeed?

Does Your Music Have to Be Good to Succeed?

Does the music you release actually need to be good?

Not just “good enough.” Not just “interesting.” But truly great?

PRESENTED BY HELLBENDER VINYL - www.hellbendervinyl.com

In this episode, we unpack a question that sits right at the heart of indie music—but often goes unspoken. If DIY culture is about freedom and expression, does quality even matter? Or are we sometimes hiding behind “lo-fi” and “experimental” as an excuse not to push ourselves?

This is a challenging conversation—for you, and for me.

We’ll explore:

  • Whether indie labels should have standards (and how high they should be)
  • Why great music is actually harder to find than you think
  • How to curate your catalog with intention
  • The role of taste, accountability, and creative pressure
  • Practical ways to raise your bar as a label owner

This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about honesty.

And asking yourself: are you doing your best work?

Learn More at OtherRecordLabels.com

Get Easy Royalty Management with Infinite Catalog - http://infinitecatalog.com/otherrecordlabels

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