Music Library Report
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RiffWraith
Senior Member
Ah - the site looks much better than it did before.
So, just for curiousity sake, I searched....leaving everything blank/default, save for "Acepting Submissions:" (yes) and "Charge For Submissions:" (no), I got 10 results. So, does that mean that out of 160 libs, there are only 10 that are currently accepting submissions who aren't going to charge for submissions?
Also, your search box on the top right is a little funky in IE 7; the magnifying glass is all the way left as opposed to right, and it obscures the first few typed characters.
Cheers.
So, just for curiousity sake, I searched....leaving everything blank/default, save for "Acepting Submissions:" (yes) and "Charge For Submissions:" (no), I got 10 results. So, does that mean that out of 160 libs, there are only 10 that are currently accepting submissions who aren't going to charge for submissions?
Also, your search box on the top right is a little funky in IE 7; the magnifying glass is all the way left as opposed to right, and it obscures the first few typed characters.
Cheers.
Hmm, that search result isn't right. I'll check that and also the IE7 problem. Thanks for catching that.
Art
Art
I would like to add a new feature to MusicLibraryReport.com called “Music Library POV”. It would offer the opportunity for music libraries to discuss their “Point Of View” on their company’s philosophy and business model and to comment on other aspects of the music library business. I think this would be an excellent way for both the music creators and the library owners to better understand each others needs and requirements.
If you have any ideas on what you would like see addressed, please visit and leave your comments at http://musiclibraryreport.com/blog/music-library-pov/
Thank you!
Art
If you have any ideas on what you would like see addressed, please visit and leave your comments at http://musiclibraryreport.com/blog/music-library-pov/
Thank you!
Art
madbulk
Senior Member
Neato. But...
First place I went was your top ten list and then to the Composer Collective comments, which be brutal. And mostly I'm just enjoying the combat because I'm a terrible person that way. And I don't wanna mess that up.
But when the collective's guys are using their real names and half the opposition is logged as "anonymous," more than anything else, it looks bad on you.
I think your site is a great idea. I don't know how you get the best of all worlds. Maybe it's best left as a free for all. Just sharing my thoughts with you. Good luck!
First place I went was your top ten list and then to the Composer Collective comments, which be brutal. And mostly I'm just enjoying the combat because I'm a terrible person that way. And I don't wanna mess that up.
But when the collective's guys are using their real names and half the opposition is logged as "anonymous," more than anything else, it looks bad on you.
I think your site is a great idea. I don't know how you get the best of all worlds. Maybe it's best left as a free for all. Just sharing my thoughts with you. Good luck!
Thanks for the feedback. Yep, I know what you mean about the anonymous aspect of the site but I felt most folks would prefer that. I think in time it all averages out. Once there are enough comments, for any particular library, one can get a good feel for that library.
Take care
Art
Take care
Art
Not really as it's not a "one size fits all" business. I would say read the comments, ask questions and try a few. Finding the right libraries to work with is an ongoing quest. At least for me.
Art
http://www.musiclibraryreport.com
Stephan Lindsjo
Member
Thanks a lot for the list. I've googled around for music library's and it ain't easy to find them and to know anything about them.
Agreed that the concept is a great idea. However, the anonymous aspect leaves the door open for companies to give themselves wonderful reviews (anonymously). It also allows them to snipe at competitors (anonymously).
Still, there is nothing like MLR. It adds another piece to the puzzle.
Still, there is nothing like MLR. It adds another piece to the puzzle.
impressions
Senior Member
and now you have to pay to view the report of the music libraries. just when i was starting to think seriously about licensing.
musicformedia
Active Member
Its only fair to be honest. The amount of work Art puts into updating it and keeping it free from spam etc. must amount to quite a lot. If you're serious about music licensing, just purchase a month subscription and go from there
impressions
Senior Member
and to add this the job ad companies are hoarding composer gigs(even though they are mostly low payed) so you have to pay them too. in fact you pay tons of money, for your website and everything else before you even start seeing this back, if at all. and now this.
yes, there is no point in whining, one can always quit.
they should switch the phrase
"no pain, no gain" to
"you pay, stay gay".
yes, there is no point in whining, one can always quit.
they should switch the phrase
"no pain, no gain" to
"you pay, stay gay".
musicformedia
Active Member
Any of the jobs I've ever applied for that are "pay to apply" have been useless. Only getting your name out there and networking has worked for me.
impressions
Senior Member
musicformedia
Active Member
"Pay to play" jobs and "Pay for access to a list of hundreds of music libraries" are two completely different things.
If you are really interested in licensing your music, you can do a quick google search for "Royalty Free Music" and contact the first 100 libraries on google. Otherwise, if you're lazy like me, you can buy a subscription to the site and find the best ones that people have voted for.
You had no problem using it while it was free, so what's changed now that you need to pay for it? The information you are getting is the same. I agree with Art's decision to charge for access - rule 101 of business: if you have something people want/need, don't give it away for free.
