GET WAXED: HOW TO PUT OUT A DIY 7" SINGLE
"You're in a band, you've written some songs. They sound cool as hell, you want them on wax, the only format for a single. What the hell are you going to do?" - Jonson Family Records, DIY section.
I was going to write a very similar thing for this site but hell, just go to
http://www.theyoghurt.com/jonson/diy/index.asp or click on the above link. They're released records by bands like Lapsus Linguae + Stanton.
The DIY section has a practical guide about everything from cheap manufacturing tips (our friends at GZ Media), achieving realistic, underground distro (Norman Records/local indies etc.) for your record, and key webzines to send copies to. In fact, it's idiot proof with lots of good DOs & DON'Ts. So take a look if you're in a new band and thinking of putting out a DIY 7" release. It'll give you a great starting point and help you on your way.
