Hi Guys,

First let me say thank you on behalf of those that are watching this thread, and myself, for your contributions.

I can always count on AP to contribute something of value... Sorry Brian...I didn't realize that was your trademark...honest!...lol.

Hmmmmmmmmmm....How did I miss that one AP? Great information for those who want to get heard just from the facet of building a fan base, and in saying that, it reminds me of what old blue eyes, Frank Sinatra, used to say. He once said " The Cream Will always rise to the top, no matter how you tip the bottle ", I believe that's true, I also believe before that can happen you have to get the milk out of the cow, and into the bottle.

My point in saying that is, maybe they are mostly local small market stations, and they might not pay royalties, but once again, before people can decide about you as a song writer, or an Artist, they have to hear you. Heck, I would stand on the corner of 16th and Demonbreum, which is in the music row area of town here in Nashville, if had a great song, and sing it to passing by traffic, and I am relatively sure I wouldn't get any royalties from that either, but someone might hear me that could do something for me, and that's the point folks.

If your just starting out that's key in getting to the next level. You can be the greatest singer, or the most prolific songwriter, but if no one ever hears you, it's wasted talent.

You know Ap, you make me wonder sometimes just what your up to...lol. Knowing who you worked for before, and seeing some of the things you research, just make me wonder.

Joe, you think that arena is a long row to hoe? Try Music row...lol

Steve P. I am familiar with Artist Direct, use it myself. I might mention they have scarfed up some pretty big names recently with exclusive deals to digitally distribute singles for them. I believe they are a company headed in the right direction that's for sure. Thank you for your input about that. Appreciate it.

Billy Darnell


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