CREATIVITY THROUGH COLLABORATION
Green Eyed Records is a music resource and platform that helps empower artists to help develop and communicate their own creative voice to their chosen audience. Unlike the traditional record company model, GER fiercely believes in artist independence, working collaboratively rather than “working for a record company” where the artist is all too often creatively and financially disadvantaged.
GER embraces all styles of music, the perfect home for all those artists who are told they “don’t fit in” with the stereotypical record business cookie cutter templates.
The central aims are –
- To help artists find their chosen audience.
- To help bring music into the world through artist collaboration and cooperation.
- To work in an ethical and respectful manner, with each other to mutual benefit and agreed agendas.
BLOGS & ARTICLES
Music promotion myth v reality
Common misconceptions In this internet, talent show era there are lots of misconceptions about how to promote music to reach a wider audience. The idea that great music will automatically […]
Myth v Reality of earning a living from the music industry
I recently read an article in the Guardian that reconfirmed everything I have thought and heard about from those seeking to earn a living in the music industry. I have […]
Harry Orme interview
Here is a great interview we did with Harry Orme, singer songwriter, session musician and music teacher from Leeds. Harry is an outstanding musician and songwriter who is known for […]
More from Martin Simpson Live May 20th
I’m still reeling from the 4th GER/Music for Head & Heart showcase with Martin Simpson as the headline. Support was from The Small Change Diaries and this was an amazing […]
Martin Simpson live – 4th Music for Head & Heart showcase
We just hosted the 4th Music for Head & Heart showcase at The Old Woollen in Leeds and it was one of those “I was there!” nights! Martin Simpson is […]
Martin Simpson at 70
I just returned from Martin Simpson’s 70th birthday bash and my head is still reeling from the great music and discussion. People travelled far and wide to attend and Kit […]
James in York, nothing but love…
James in York, 40 years of musical brilliance I just got back from seeing James at the York Barbican and my head is still buzzing from one of the most […]
The hilarious and supremely daft angry emoji brigade
Most intelligent people appreciate that social media platforms like many commercial TV channels exist through advertising funds. The actual customers for platforms like FB are those who pay for advertising, […]
Sylvie Simmons discussions
I’ve been a long time fan of Sylvie Simmons writing, literally going back decades. She is an extraordinary journalist and author based in San Francisco and has an amazing history […]
“She’s Tough Enough” March 11th
This is the 2nd single from Nick Cody & Towse, released March 11th on all platforms What people are saying about Nick Cody & Towse “Musically, the track is a […]
The importance of a great music producer
George Martin was frequently described as “The fifth Beatle” and its generally accepted that the band would never have achieved its fame without his input. The “producer” literally “produces” the […]
Co-operation rather than Competition?
Hat Tracks/Unsigned Radio – working in collaboration Intro “Hat Tracks” is a well established Internet music show presented by West Yorkshire’s Darrel Hull AKA “Daz in the Hat”. Until recently, the show […]
John Otway, the perfect maverick
I just finished watching “Otway, the movie” after it was recommended to me by a good friend and professional colleague. Its a fascinating tale for a variety of reasons, hence […]
Is it still worth recording albums?
I’ve always been a massive album fan of albums and remember back in 1970s, before cassette tapes, this was the only way to consume music. You could go into a […]
Nick Cody on GER
Interviewer: Mr. Cody, tell me, what does Green Eyed Records actually mean to your musician, your average musician? What does Green Eyed Records mean to you? Nick Cody: Right. Well, […]
What’s the future of radio for musicians?
By Rick Simmonds In my various radio management roles, I’ve been asked numerous times, “what is the future of radio?”. I’ve always responded with “just focus on content – content […]
Towse interview
Towse from California I first came across Towse a number of years ago when they posted a video on my Original Ukulele Songs platform. These are truly exceptional artists and […]