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Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. Here, we have compiled a list of commonly asked questions and their corresponding answers to help provide you with quick and easy access to information about our products, services, and policies. We understand that you may have some queries, and we hope that this page will provide you with the answers you need. If you cannot find the information you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will be happy to assist you. Thank you for choosing our company, and we look forward to serving you.

Is your service free?

Our music management service is not free because we invest a lot of time, effort, and resources into providing a high-quality service to our clients. Our team of experienced music managers work closely with our clients to help them achieve their goals and maximize their success in the music industry. 

We provide a wide range of services, including artist development, marketing and promotion, tour booking, and more, all of which require specialized knowledge and expertise. In addition, we incur costs associated with running and maintaining our business, such as salaries, office space, and technology expenses. 

While we strive to keep our fees reasonable and competitive, we believe that it is important to charge for our services to ensure that we can continue to provide the best possible service to our clients

Can we effort a management service? We are a starting band.

We understand that starting bands may have limited budgets, and we strive to make our services as affordable as possible while still providing high-quality support. Our rates are competitive and designed to be accessible to a wide range of artists, including those who are just starting out. 

We believe that investing in professional music management services can be a wise investment in a band's long-term success, and we work with our clients to develop customized plans that fit their individual needs and budgets. 

Our team of experienced music managers can provide guidance and support in all aspects of an artist's career, from artist development, marketing and beyond. By working with us, starting bands can benefit from our expertise and industry connections, which can help them to achieve their goals more quickly and effectively than they might on their own.

Why do we need a management?

Bands need a management because we provide a comprehensive range of music management services designed to help them achieve their goals and maximize their success in the music industry. 

Our team of experienced music managers has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the industry, including artist development, marketing, promotion, tour booking, and more. By working with us, bands can benefit from our extensive industry connections, which can help them to secure better gigs, reach a wider audience, and increase their revenue streams.

We provide personalized support to each of our clients, tailoring our services to their specific needs and goals. Whether a band is just starting out or is already established, we can help them to take their career to the next level. 

We can provide guidance and support in areas such as branding, social media, press and media relations, and more, helping them to build a strong and recognizable image that will resonate with fans and industry professionals alike.In addition to our management services, we also provide access to a network of industry professionals, including record label executives, music producers, and booking agents. 

This can be invaluable for bands looking to make the right connections and secure the best opportunities for their career.Overall, bands need Wayland Management because we can provide the support, guidance, and industry connections they need to succeed in the competitive and ever-changing music industry.

Are you a booking agency

It's important to note that Wayland Management is not a booking agency. While we do have contacts and relationships with booking agents, our main focus is on providing comprehensive music management services to our clients. We work closely with bands to develop and execute a customized strategy for their career, which may include booking gigs and securing other performance opportunities.

However, our services go far beyond just booking shows. We handle the business and administrative side of a band's career, providing support in areas such as financial management, contracts and legal agreements, marketing and branding, and more. We help our clients to build a strong and sustainable career in the music industry, focusing on long-term success rather than just short-term gains.

By partnering with Wayland Management, bands can benefit from our expertise and experience in all aspects of music management. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and maximize their potential, and we work tirelessly to ensure their success. So while we do have contacts and relationships with booking agents, we are much more than just a booking agency. We are a full-service music management company that can provide the guidance and support that bands need to thrive in the music industry.

Are you or Pt78 Records invest money into our releases?

It's important to note that at Wayland Management, we do not invest money in releases or pay advances. This is not a common practice in the music industry today, and we believe that it is not the most effective way to support our clients' careers. Instead, we focus on providing comprehensive music management services that can help our clients to build a sustainable and successful career in the industry.

Our team of experienced music managers is dedicated to managing and overseeing the whole production process, from recording to distribution. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their releases meet the highest standards of quality and professionalism. We have strong relationships with CD and vinyl factories, designers, promoters, and other professionals in the industry, which allows us to provide our clients with access to the best resources available.

By working with us, bands can benefit from our expertise and industry connections, which can help them to navigate the complex and ever-changing landscape of the music industry. We can provide guidance and support in all areas of their career, from artist development and branding to marketing and promotion. Our goal is to help our clients build a sustainable career in the music industry, and we do this by providing the support, resources, and expertise they need to succeed.

Do we get our own manager?

At Wayland Management, we believe that every band or artist deserves personalized attention and support to achieve their goals in the music industry. That's why we assign each of our clients their own dedicated artist developer/manager who will work closely with them to understand their unique needs, goals, and vision for their career.

Our artist developers/managers are experienced professionals who specialize in helping artists and bands develop their careers in the music industry. They are dedicated to providing personalized guidance and support to each of our clients, from artist development and branding to marketing and promotion.

While each artist developer/manager works closely with their assigned client, all activities are managed by the whole team. This means that each client benefits from the collective expertise and resources of the entire Wayland Management team. Our team works together to ensure that each client receives the highest level of support and attention, while also benefiting from our extensive industry connections and resources.

At Wayland Management, we are committed to helping our clients build successful and sustainable careers in the music industry. By providing personalized attention and support from a dedicated artist developer/manager, and leveraging the collective expertise and resources of our entire team, we can help our clients achieve their goals and maximize their potential in the industry.

We understand that each band or artist is unique and requires a customized approach to their music management. That's why we always strive to match the right artist developer/manager to each client, based on their specific needs, goals, and musical style.

Our team of artist developers/managers has a wide range of expertise and experience in the music industry, spanning multiple genres and specialties. We take the time to get to know each client, their musical style, and their career goals, to ensure that we pair them with the artist developer/manager who is best suited to their needs.

By providing a customized approach to music management, we can help our clients to achieve their goals and reach their full potential in the industry. Our artist developers/managers work closely with each client to develop a tailored strategy that takes into account their unique strengths and weaknesses, and leverages the resources and expertise of the entire Wayland Management team.

Whether you're a new band just starting out, or an established artist looking to take your career to the next level, we can provide the guidance, support, and resources you need to succeed in the music industry. With Wayland Management, you can be confident that you're working with a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and maximize your potential.

Can we have label services without the management?

At Wayland Management, we strongly recommend that bands and artists do not rely solely on label services without also having a dedicated music management team in place. While a label can help with distribution and sales, it is not their primary focus to manage the artist's career development and promotional efforts.

Having a music management team in place can help ensure that the release of a new album or single is part of a larger, strategic plan for the band or artist's career. Our team works with clients to create a comprehensive plan that takes into account all aspects of their career, including artist development, branding, marketing, and promotion.

By integrating the release of new music into the larger context of the artist's career development plan, we can help ensure that the release is strategically timed and supported by a coordinated promotional effort. This can help to maximize the impact of the release, increase fan engagement and support, and ultimately lead to greater success for the band or artist.In short, while label services can be a valuable part of a band or artist's career development, they should not be relied upon as the sole source of support. By working with a dedicated music management team like Wayland Management, bands and artists can ensure that the release of new music is part of a larger strategic plan that takes into account all aspects of their career development and promotional efforts.

Is the yearly fee including all costs for the band?

It's important for bands and artists to understand that our yearly management fee does not include the costs associated with advertising, album production, or merchandise production. However, our team at Wayland Management is committed to working with clients to create a comprehensive financial plan that takes into account all expenses associated with their career development.

We understand that for many bands and artists, the costs associated with producing and promoting new music can be a significant challenge. That's why we work closely with each of our clients to create a realistic budget that takes into account their specific needs and financial constraints. Our team has extensive experience in budgeting and financial planning for the music industry, and we can provide guidance and support to ensure that our clients are able to achieve their goals while staying within their budget.

In addition, we have experience with crowd funding, which can be a valuable tool for bands and artists looking to raise funds for album production, touring, or other expenses. Our team can provide guidance and support to help clients navigate the crowd funding process and maximize their chances of success.

Overall, at Wayland Management, we are committed to providing comprehensive support to our clients, from artist development and management to financial planning and budgeting. By working together with our clients to create a comprehensive plan that takes into account all aspects of their career development, we can help them achieve their goals and reach their full potential in the music industry.

Do you take a percentage on top?

At Wayland Management, we are committed to transparency and clear communication with our clients regarding any fees or percentages associated with our services.

For certain services, such as tour management, we may charge a flat fee. For other services, such as distribution and sales, we may take a percentage of revenue. However, we always make sure that these fees and percentages are clearly outlined in our contracts with clients, so there are no surprises.

Our goal is to help our clients achieve success in the music industry, and we believe that this requires a partnership based on trust and transparency. By being upfront and clear about any fees or percentages associated with our services, we can help our clients make informed decisions about their career development and ensure that there are no misunderstandings down the line.

Overall, we believe that our commitment to transparency and clear communication is an important part of the value that we offer to our clients at Wayland Management. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals in the music industry, and we believe that this starts with building strong, trusting relationships based on open communication and mutual respect.