How to submit music to a label
Lead with one undeniable record, a private link and enough context for the A&R team to understand your direction quickly.
Use the 4F submission checklist →The booth-to-artist desk
Resources for DJs who make records.
Practical guidance for preparing original music, sharpening your identity and approaching a label with a professional plan.
From DJ to recording artist
A release career needs original music, recognizable creative choices, consistent visuals and a story audiences can follow.
See the development system →Prepare your next release
Finalize the master, artwork, credits, artist profiles, campaign assets and launch schedule before distribution.
Explore 4F releases →A&R perspective
What makes a DJ ready for a record label?
A strong set can prove taste and control of a room. A strong artist project proves authorship. Labels look for original music that communicates a point of view, a professional identity that can grow across releases and an artist who can finish work, respond to direction and build momentum consistently.
Before submitting, choose the record that represents where you are going—not every track you have made. Include clean links, accurate credits and a short explanation of the audience, culture or movement you want to serve.