Frequently Asked Questions
How does the demo process work?
First you write a killer song.
Then you record a rough version of that tune ( smartphone recorders are fine!) and send that to us along with a lyric sheet and lead sheet ( if you have one). The recording does NOT need to be anything special, and you do not have to be a great singer (That’s what we are here for!) We just need to get an idea of the song.
Then you will give us some direction and some references of how you would like the tune to sound. Ex “I’m looking for a country tune in the style of Blake Shelton. Something along the lines of “God Gave Me You”.
We take it from there! Give us 48-72 hours (normal turnaround time) and we will send you a finished track!
If you have mix tweaks* that you would like for us to make, you will get 2 included in the price. Keep in mind after this point we can still make changes, but you will be charged at an hourly rate.
Mix tweaks are changes made to the mix that can be done relatively simply such as volume changes, turning reverb up or down…etc.
Changes that require re-tracking any instrument or vocal will be charged hourly.
I do not live in Nashville, can I still get a demo done?
OF COURSE! We do a lot of demos online. We correspond through e-mail and get your songs pitch-ready quick!
Do I retain all my rights to my songs once you have demo'd them?
Yes! You will retain 100% of your copyrights to your songs. There is a difference between copyrights and master rights. See below for what you can and cannot do with your demo.
Can I use the demo you made for radio play or to sell on iTunes? How about TV/Film Placements?
A demo cannot be used commercially for radio play or TV/Film placements or sold on iTunes, UNLESS you get a release from the singer and the producer of the demo. In most cases, we can help you obtain these releases so that you CAN use the demo for these purposes for an additional fee.
What is the purpose of a songwriter demo?
The purpose of a songwriter demo is for pitching that tune around to publishers and artists to get the song “cut” or recorded commercially. We also allow our clients to enter their demos into songwriting contests.
What is the difference between demos and masters?
Demos (though they sound great) are not as meticulously produced as masters which are used as album tracks or singles. Demos are used to paint a picture of your song so that an artist, producer, or A&R person can hear what the song sounds like once it is produced. Full production master tracks are retail ready tracks that you would release on an album or as a single. Much more pre-production and attention to detail are given to full master tracks. Also, demos are meant to be heard by industry professionals while masters are meant to be heard by EVERYONE. Pricing between demos and masters reflects the intended audience exposure as well as the time and resources invested by the producer into the given project.
Can you help me pitch my song to publishers or artists?
No, we do not have a pitching service. We record pitch-ready demos, but we are not and do not claim to be song pitchers or publishers.
How long will it take to get my song demo'd?
We have some of the quickest turnaround times in the industry. Our normal turnaround time is just 48-72 hours. During times of high volume, that turnaround time may be as high as 7-10 days. Compare that to the industry standard (6 weeks), and you’ll understand why we’re proud to get you pitch-ready faster!
How do I pay for my demo?
Payment is expected at the time of submission and can be made through PayPal or via credit card over the phone.
What Genres do you work with?
We have made pitch-ready demos for any genre you can think of. From R&B to Country, from CCM to Rap, from Pop to Classic Rock, even Punk and Metal, we can make a pitch-ready demo for you!
Can I sing on my demo?
Of course! You can either send us your vocal track to have us mix-in, or come into the studio! For each demo, you’ll get 1 hour of recording time. Each additional hour will be billed at an hourly rate.