Cargo Records is a distributor of independent records labels selling to UK
retailers and distributors around the world. Originally set up in the UK in 1992
it has since garnered a reputation for many groundbreaking acts and labels.
Acts such as Blink 182, the White Stripes, Devendra Banhardt were all introduced
to the U.K market by Cargo before being catapulted into mainstream media by
major label backing.
Now a major figure in the UK and European independent distribution scene Cargo
continues to be a source for cutting edge music and is the home to many UK/US
labels providing a large catologue for the discerning music listener . Check out
our Website
Demo Policy
As you can imagine we receive many enquiries about distribution. As our job is to access the retail sector, we have to select those labels we think will be of most interest to them. In doing so we have to take a number of factors into consideration:
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retail's perception of your label and how your releases will fit into
the current market.
the depth of your repertoire and potential for growth.
your experience and knowledge of the UK market and your marketing/
promotional resources.
the label's potential for development and how it is likely to be
achieved.
your expectations
As you can imagine, the market changes over time so our criteria will change with it.
If you think you fit the bill and Cargo Records may still be interested in your label then email us at [email protected] covering the points mentioned above. Obviously we'll need to hear your releases too! Send finished samples (no demos please), together with a brief overview of your label, its roster and how you plan to promote your releases, to:
Label Enquiries
Cargo Records
17 Heathmans Road
Parson Green
London
SW6 4TJ
If however you feel you may need to do a little more groundwork first we recommend you obtain a copy of the the Music Week Directory [email protected] ) which is an invaluable source of contacts covering everything from press & promotions companies to manufacturers, distributors and other services.
Good luck with your future endeavours.
***Please note that due to the number of packages received, we are
unable to confirm receipt of your material nor can material be returned. It is
therefore suggested that no original materials (audio/video tapes, photos,
articles, etc.) be sent. If there is interest in the submission, a
representative of Cargo will contact you or your representative. Due to the man
hours involved, we are unable to contact artists whose material is declined.