First Impressions are All That Matters !

The question of the ages for unsigned artists and unsigned bands has always been ....  How to get a record deal.  Well, anyone who knows anything about the music recording and record industry should know ....You only have one shot at a major record label , indie record label, hip hop record label, or any record label and music producer for that matter.  You need to make sure it's your best shot.  Your CD demo ...  Your image ....  Your press kit  ..... They all need to be right the first time.

Our Veteran A&R Services team has the seasoned "EARS" and they know instinctively what major record labels and independent record labels want.  It's their job to know what they want.  The guidelines utilized in our unique demo CD assessment reports were structured and written by former major label A&R representatives whose responsibility with the record company was to recommend and bring the top level record executives "THE HEAT" -- new talent that was ripe for signing.  They are unlike any other demo assessment service's reports. We're so confident that they will provide you with the knowledge you need to make your demo BETTER ..  and what the major labels are looking for,  that they come totally RISK FREE and with our "no questions asked" money back guarantee.

"Wow - could you please please pass on my thanks to Casey for the evaluation - I'm so glad to have found you! The feedback has been exceptionally helpful on many levels and I can't pass on my thanks enough!" Pipa Vanderburg www.treasureinmybackyard.com

Our former Major Record Label A&R Veterans evaluate your demo utilizing our  unique proprietary assessment guidelines to assure it's what the labels are looking for .....  BEFORE you submit it to the major record labels or independent record labels.

Before either a major record label or independent record label even considers offering a record deal or any level of recording contract they MUST be absolutely BLOWN AWAY!  Trust us on this PLEASE!  This doesn't happen very often to say the least.  The ratio to what A&R Representatives listen to and what they recommend for signing to the upper level record executives with the true signing power is maybe 100 to 1 ....  Depending upon the size of the label and signing quotas the actual ratio that upper level executives consider signing is approximately 1000 to 1.  Not good odds.

This doesn't mean you should be discouraged because with the right demo you could be one of the lucky ones.  But it has to be what the labels want.  This is how our band demo assessment report can help magnify your chances greatly.  Point by point our professionals will explain in written detail what's good and what's not so good about your demo music recording.  They'll help you tailor the recording into exactly what labels want.  That's no guarantee of anything of course but your chances will be far greater.

When it comes to labels reviewing your demo  submissions and media kit that old adage is so true   "FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE EVERYTHING"

 Please whatever you do don't fall into the trap that many independent A&R subscription services try and sell you.  You can't keep repeatedly submitting your work to major record labels or independent music labels just because they may have the major record label address.  If you're rejected the first time ... that's pretty much it unless you change your name and image and start from the beginning ... yet again. 

“Your evaluation was fair and extremely helpful in identifying where we are as a band.  Your highly descriptive commentary and thorough rating system have really opened our eyes and will add great value to our careers by allowing us to focus on shoring up our weaknesses while further enhancing our strengths.  For this, we thank you.  The assessment was well worth it!!!”   Joseph Greene BURN www.myspace.com/burnky

Allure Entertainment with it's independent music artist development and consultative services is a premier musicians resource and unsigned band resource and has been assessing unsigned band demos, music recordings, and presskits for over 23 years.  It's our business ...  We have accumulated music connections over the years and it's part of what we do when considering management and demo CD shopping deals. 

Don't let the most important dream of your life be left to chance. Increase your chances of landing a record deal and recording contract with a professional pre-label assessment by the Allure A&R Professionals.

In the course of signing acts to management, and shopping record deals over the past 23 years we know exactly what A&R and labels want.  Don't make the mistake of submitting your demo or press kit to labels until it's right.  Actually you shouldn't be doing it yourself at all anyway.  Major record labels and even independent record labels pretty much trash unsolicited submissions before they hit the reception desk.  Music Demos are only considered when submitted by reputable artist management firms, music attorneys, and music producers with a track record of success.  That's the core of who we are and what we do at Allure.

“Thanks for the positve feedback, it truly uplifts   my spirits and hopes.”   Rey Harry SHA www.shaskillz.com

Our assessment reports are structured utilizing the exact guidelines that major record label A&R executives use to evaluate their artist submissions.

Many unsigned artists and unsigned bands have found that it makes perfect sense to utilize our service before actually diving in head-on and having a reputable source submit it to record labels.  Depending upon the level of service you choose, you'll receive a detailed and fully comprehensive, easy to understand report totally critiquing your demo's strong points and weak points on either our 7 point or 12 point proprietary system.  If you submit a media or promo kit (recommended with Gold Service) along with your demo, we'll evaluate that for you as well.  Our assessment reports were structured by former A&R record label executives and record producers utilizing the exact guidelines that major record label A&R use to evaluate their artist submissions.  Our comprehensive professional evaluations will give you the confidence and knowledge you need to properly equip yourself for your major label attack.

Depending upon the level of service package you choose, our A&R professionals will evaluate your demo and press kit utilizing some of the following criteria:

Strength of Material Songwriting Techniques Production and Arrangement Quality of Recording Commercial Appeal Marketability Image Strength Instrumentation Lyric Critique Lead Vocal Break-Through Potential etc.

Your Demo could be choosen for submission with our trusted recommendation to our major record label associates

One of the added features and probably the most exciting and valuable part about using Allure's professional assessment service is that not only are we an artist management and production company, we are also an independent Artist & Repertoire (A&R) service.  If we feel your demo has merit, and you as an artist has what it takes to break-through we'll talk to you about submitting your package to major record labels either via an independent music shopping arrangement or under management if that seems feasible for both parties. If you're an unsigned band, singer-songwriter, or just a songwriter .....

 Remember ... you need a creditable source to submit your demo no matter who it is.  A reputable artist management firm, producer, or entertainment attorney who deals with labels on a regular basis.  This can't be emphasized enough!  Allure is a well respected and highly trusted source of new artists.  Record labels, music publishers, and music producers look to us and actually look forward to receiving our recommended submissions.