Bill Hein began in the independent record scene and went on to found Enigma Records and later Restless Records, signing and developing artists such as Mötley Crüe, Poison, The Smithereens, Stryper, and Mojo Nixon. His work helped define the rise of indie labels in the ’80s and ’90s through innovative marketing and distribution. He is now active in the vinyl pressing business, continuing his lifelong commitment to music.
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Bill Hein began in the independent record scene and went on to found Enigma Records and later Restless Records, signing and developing artists such as Mötley Crüe, Poison, The Smithereens, Stryper, and Mojo Nixon. His work helped define the rise of indie labels in the ’80s and ’90s through innovative marketing and distribution. He is now active in the vinyl pressing business, continuing his lifelong commitment to music.
Ira Kessler - Networking and the Power of Connections
Penalty Office - Music Business 101
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2 years ago
Ira Kessler - Networking and the Power of Connections
Ira Kessler is a true music business legend in the area of distribution and fulfilment. He shares his various jobs and the power of networking in finding new job opportunities. Right after we did this, he started a new position at Warner.
Penalty Office - Music Business 101
Bill Hein began in the independent record scene and went on to found Enigma Records and later Restless Records, signing and developing artists such as Mötley Crüe, Poison, The Smithereens, Stryper, and Mojo Nixon. His work helped define the rise of indie labels in the ’80s and ’90s through innovative marketing and distribution. He is now active in the vinyl pressing business, continuing his lifelong commitment to music.
