Over the past month, we have been going back and forth over the terms of the recording contract. We examine the Artist Development Deal in the music industry, and how it can effect musicians in the modern music business.This article will show you the benefits of signing vs. Staying indie, as well as how to pitch your music to a label. Hi guys, I'm a house music producer signing to my first label and am wondering if this contract is any good? Getting a record deal is a dream for many aspiring musicians. Discover some tips to landing yourself one at School of Rock now. "One solution is a buyout. There's too many artists out here with that story. Picture this: a music producer meets a record label or an independent artist, and they decide to make some musical magic together.