Other columnists, like Lee Diamond, dumped a bucket of ice water on indie bands thinking of making the jump to a major, dispelling the three most common attractions: Those big fat advance checks and generous studio budgets seem impressive until you realize they come out of your royalties; A&R reps often seem young, cool, and relatable, but ultimately they’re label employees and not your friends; and lastly, “NO person or band in the industry has a contract that allows them complete artistic control. NO ONE.”
