What is Dub Culture Records?
Dub Culture Records is an independent music label. We offer two kind of releases:
1. Digital Releases - The release is distributed/sold on various online stores (i-Tunes, Amazon, Juno, Spotify, Beatport etc.)
2. Vinyl Releases - The release is distributed/sold on online stores (Bandcamp, Facebook etc.) or at events.
We promote our releases for the artists through various ways (radio shows, podcasts, reviews, social media, live sessions/events etc), we don't want to be a download mirror. One Love. Reggae Love.
Please see our 'Services' page for a fuller insight to our offerings.
How do you select the music you release?
We are looking for EXCLUSIVE, UNRELEASED and distinctive submissions for our label. That means your release should be intended for Dub Culture Records and you won't be trying to release it on multiple labels/platforms after we have agreed to host it. We are looking artists, (new or veteran) who have established their sound, are self sufficient and adept at self promotion and marketing - We do not offer advances.
Please note that, first and formost we are a Reggae and Dub label so only submit tracks of this genre (or inspired genres - if really in doubt please ask) and if your type of music does not match our format, we will not be able to release it on Dub Culture Records. We can only release final masters in the following lossless audio format: WAV - 16bit - 44,100. minimum.
We are committed to listening and responding to all the tracks we will receive, but be advised that we will be very selective about the music we publish, so if you receive a negative answer, do not fall and work hard to make us change our mind. If we find your tracks interesting, we will contact you in order to publish them under your own Single/EP/Album. For the love of Reggae music.
I want to submit a demo. How shall I proceed?
If you wish to send us your work as a demo, you may do so by contacting us - [email protected]. Please provide us with at least with the following details:
I would like to submit a digital release to be distributed through all major online stores. How shall I proceed?
A Distribution Agreement is required to be signed. Your music will be submitted/distributed through all major online stores. Please contact us - [email protected] and we will give you all the necessary details and explain the procedure, protocol and steps to be taken.
How do I submit my music for consideration to be pressed on vinyl?
You must know that only very few releases are pressed on vinyl. You can send us an email and we will discuss your project on a release by release basis.
What Stores & Services will my music be available for sale on?
A complete list of the stores and services that Dub Culture Records is connected with can be obtained on our 'Stores' page (link at the bottom of this page) or by contacting us - [email protected]. Your music will not be available on every store & service in the list. Many niche stores specialize in specific genres or have vetting policies so your music may not be suitable for them.
Dub Culture Records endeavors to get your music on as many platforms as possible and we will provide help and advice to ensure that you meets specific stores requirements.
We are adding new stores and services every month to our network. If you feel we are missing any stores or services than please don't hesitate to get in touch.
How long does it take to get my music available on the stores?
Dub Culture Records requires that you give 9 weeks lead time when submitting your releases for distribution. This gives ample time for our team to request features at relevant stores and to make the promotional marketing campaign.
Note - Your first release through Dub Culture Records may take longer due to the time in which it takes stores and services to review your artist profile and add a profile to their store if needed.
Dub Culture Records is an independent music label. We offer two kind of releases:
1. Digital Releases - The release is distributed/sold on various online stores (i-Tunes, Amazon, Juno, Spotify, Beatport etc.)
2. Vinyl Releases - The release is distributed/sold on online stores (Bandcamp, Facebook etc.) or at events.
We promote our releases for the artists through various ways (radio shows, podcasts, reviews, social media, live sessions/events etc), we don't want to be a download mirror. One Love. Reggae Love.
Please see our 'Services' page for a fuller insight to our offerings.
How do you select the music you release?
We are looking for EXCLUSIVE, UNRELEASED and distinctive submissions for our label. That means your release should be intended for Dub Culture Records and you won't be trying to release it on multiple labels/platforms after we have agreed to host it. We are looking artists, (new or veteran) who have established their sound, are self sufficient and adept at self promotion and marketing - We do not offer advances.
Please note that, first and formost we are a Reggae and Dub label so only submit tracks of this genre (or inspired genres - if really in doubt please ask) and if your type of music does not match our format, we will not be able to release it on Dub Culture Records. We can only release final masters in the following lossless audio format: WAV - 16bit - 44,100. minimum.
We are committed to listening and responding to all the tracks we will receive, but be advised that we will be very selective about the music we publish, so if you receive a negative answer, do not fall and work hard to make us change our mind. If we find your tracks interesting, we will contact you in order to publish them under your own Single/EP/Album. For the love of Reggae music.
I want to submit a demo. How shall I proceed?
If you wish to send us your work as a demo, you may do so by contacting us - [email protected]. Please provide us with at least with the following details:
- brief introduction of yourself or a short biography: please type more than 1 or 2 sentences about your release. It's always nice to know more about the artist's viewpoints and possibly what's used to make the music. The more we know about you, the better we can promote your message to the massive.
- direct download links to WAV and MP3 files of your music (please do not attach the files to email, use a service like Dropbox or YouSendIt or Wetransfer): Take the time to give your creation what it deserves, make it a proper submission with the tracks and artwork in a zip file. Then upload to a free file host and submit the link. Seriously, if you can't take the time to do that, we really doubt you took the time to make a quality album. That's what it says to us. Don't spam us a link, send us something distinctive.
- link to your website (or social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
I would like to submit a digital release to be distributed through all major online stores. How shall I proceed?
A Distribution Agreement is required to be signed. Your music will be submitted/distributed through all major online stores. Please contact us - [email protected] and we will give you all the necessary details and explain the procedure, protocol and steps to be taken.
How do I submit my music for consideration to be pressed on vinyl?
You must know that only very few releases are pressed on vinyl. You can send us an email and we will discuss your project on a release by release basis.
What Stores & Services will my music be available for sale on?
A complete list of the stores and services that Dub Culture Records is connected with can be obtained on our 'Stores' page (link at the bottom of this page) or by contacting us - [email protected]. Your music will not be available on every store & service in the list. Many niche stores specialize in specific genres or have vetting policies so your music may not be suitable for them.
Dub Culture Records endeavors to get your music on as many platforms as possible and we will provide help and advice to ensure that you meets specific stores requirements.
We are adding new stores and services every month to our network. If you feel we are missing any stores or services than please don't hesitate to get in touch.
How long does it take to get my music available on the stores?
Dub Culture Records requires that you give 9 weeks lead time when submitting your releases for distribution. This gives ample time for our team to request features at relevant stores and to make the promotional marketing campaign.
Note - Your first release through Dub Culture Records may take longer due to the time in which it takes stores and services to review your artist profile and add a profile to their store if needed.