A&R (Artists & Repertoire)

A&R (Artists & Repertoire)

Frank H

Los Angeles, CA

Male, 34

I was an A&R guy for a major record label between 2001-2004. We broke several new artists and produced a handful of platinum-selling records during my tenure, but we also experienced the beginning of the industry’s downfall. Many jobs lost, many artists dropped — what was once an extremely fun and creative profession became far less glamorous, virtually overnight.

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Last Answer on May 23, 2014

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I'm a young rapper, 14, me and my bro are trying to get famous. We are very motivated, we are looking for an interested producer/manager/promoter like you.
so please answer.
bye

Asked by Dorian over 10 years ago

 

Do you absolutely have to go to college to get into the A&R business? Where do you start?

Asked by Jay Renee almost 11 years ago

 

I work n a call center. Im 21 had dreams of bein a lawyer decided I dnt want to do that anymore I have an extreme passion for music.Looked up music industry jobs and an A&R was the perfect job I dnt have any degrees jus a diploma Where should I start

Asked by Jaz almost 11 years ago

 

What do you have to do for a manager to discover you?
Where is the best place in NYC and Atlanta for a A&R or a manager to find you?

Asked by Pkonadu212@gmail.com about 7 years ago

 

Do you think there would be an age limit for someone who wanted to switch careers to an a&r rep because their passion lies with music?

Asked by K. Lynn about 9 years ago

 

I'm 53 am i too old to be an A&R?

Asked by Darryl over 8 years ago

 

Hi Frank,

What should freelance compensation for an A&R contract look like?

Also, do A&R's get paid from tours and if so what should that compensation look like?

Thank you!

Asked by Novice A&R over 3 years ago