I'd say to Big Jim, your math doesn't work because I doubt they're going to listen to all three minutes of any song, unless it's really really good, and probably just to the chorus, and that's it. And they might not go that far if they don't like the verse and you don't grab 'em right away. I know this because years ago, when we'd send in cassettes, we'd include an SASE to get the tape back, and when we did get the tape back, we'd check to see how far the tape was advanced because that told us how much of the song the listened to ( they often didn't rewind it, which was good ), and usually was just to the end of the first chorus, but sometimes not even that far. I'm sure they listen to a lot of songs, but 5K does sound a bit much. I thought it was more like one in 200 - 500, but I don't know.

Also, on the subject of songpluggers, I have one for one of my songs, so we shall see how it goes. I think if the plugger has a track record, and real access, it's a good thing. But I wouldn't pay more than $75 per month per song, and I'd want to see their pitch report every month. I'd like to know that the plugger has enough access to meet with A&R people, producers, etc., face to face. I know it's not possible all the time, but one that does have real access, should be able to some of the time.

Last edited by pathardy; 10/27/11 02:58 AM.