Boomer Holt

Assistant Label Manager

Confession

04.2023 - Current

Project manager for each release, working with the artist, their team, and each sector to ensure the release rollout is smooth and correct
Collect and file masters, deliver each release to the distributor along with credits, then confirm metadata and distribution link before sharing with the artist and their team
Work as a middle man between the artist and the graphic designer to ensure the album cover fits the artist’s vision while adhering to Confession’s brand
Pitch each release to Spotify, landing songs on the biggest playlists in the genre, including Nasty Bits, Shuffle Syndrome, and New Music Friday
Research artists for the label showcase each Miami Music Week, including gathering streaming and social data and using it to calculate the best lineup
Put together entire catalog spreadsheet with metadata, PRO information, contracts, and links to all files for the sale of back catalog
Write promo article for each release to be used with Inflyte, Beatportal, and more
Redesigned label website, featuring new releases, upcoming shows, and merch
Work with Beatport to ensure banner features, artist chart, and additional promo for each release
Set up label’s Inflyte promo, built list of DJs to receive the promo to ensure each release is in the right hands
Send latest Inflyte and Songstats Monitoring reports to each artist, keeping them up to date on their release
Write up rollout plan for each release, complete with social media and promo schedules
Reviewed demos, lobbying for tracks and providing feedback to the artists
Push each release to record pools, radio shows, and independent playlists
Write up contracts, send to the artist for signature and/or changes, then file signed contract
Met with social media accounts to facilitate promo, including Dancing Astronaut, EDM.com, EDM Residence, and more
Managed sub-label (Obsessions Recordings), handling the distribution, contracts, artist communications, and promotional plan
Filled in as tour manager when needed, ensuring artists arrive at the hotel and venue, offering support for any needs
Ran label’s Soundcloud and YouTube channels, uploading releases, handling backend metadata, and building playlists
Designed and sent out label’s weekly newsletter promoting new releases, upcoming shows, and more