Beacon Music Artist & Songwriter Intake Form

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Name* This field is required.Please provide your First & Last name.

First Name

Last Name

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Are you an Artist, Songwriter or both?

Artist (I don't write my own songs)

Songwriter (I don't want to perform)

Both (I'm an artist who wants to perform and writes their own songs)

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Artist Name* This field is required.Please provide your artist or stage name (even it's the same as your name)

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What stage is the song you want to finish currently in?* This field is required.Pick the choice that represents where your song currently is

Rough Idea

Voice Memo

Half Written

Fully Written

Already Have Demo

Other

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How did you find out about Beacon Music Co?* This field is required.If you were referred to us by someone else, please let us know. If not, please let us know what it is we might be able to help you with.

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Have you ever released a song before?* This field is required.Pick the best answer

Yes, multiple songs

Yes, once or twice

I've released music in the past but it's been awhile

Not yet, this will be my first

I don't want to release my own music myself

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If you answered yes to releasing music, what distributor have you used or are currently using?* This field is required.If you used to use a different distributor than you do now, select the most recent one you've used or are planning to use

TuneCore

Distrokid

CD Baby

Landr

I don't have a distributor

Other

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If you answered “yes” to releasing music, which streaming platforms is your music currently available on?* This field is required.Select all that apply (these are the main 4, but if there is another streaming platform that you are on and you're seeing success with, write the name in the "other" option

Spotify

Apple Music

Amazon Music

YouTube Music

I haven't released music

Other

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If you answered “yes” to having music released on streaming platforms, please provide the links to your artist profiles below.If you aren't on streaming platforms, or maybe you don't know how to find your links, you can click next below and skip to the next question.

Spotify Link

Apple Music Link

YouTube Music Link

Amazon Music Link

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What do you feel you need the most help with right now?* This field is required.Check all that apply

Finishing songs

Production/Arrangement

Lyric Help

Vocal Production

Release Strategy

Accountability/Momentum

I'm not sure-I need guidance

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How would you describe your current songwriting rhythm?* This field is required.Choose one

I have a songwriting process and write consistently

I have a songwriting process but I write on and off

I don't have a songwriting process, and don't want one. I prefer letting creativity hit and running with it

I'm just starting out and don't have a songwriting process, but would love advice on how to create one.

I'm unsure

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Do you typically prefer a hands-on collaborative process or more independent creation with guidance?* This field is required.Choose one the best fits

Hands-on/collaborative

Independent with feedback

A mix of both

Not sure yet

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Have you worked with a producer before?* This field is required.

YESNO

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If you answered YES to working with a producer before, what was that previous experience like? * This field is required.If you answered no, just put NO in the paragraph box below. If you answered 'yes" to working with a producer, let us know how that experience was. Was it frustrating, exciting or encouraging? What did you like about the that experience or what didn't you like about it?

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How soon are you hoping to release this song?Choose the best option

As soon as possible

Within 1-2 months

Within 3-6 months

Unsure or no specific timeline

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What's most important to you in a producer or creative partner?* This field is required.Open Response below. Examples: clear communication, genre specific.

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Are you comfortable receiving honest but encouraging feedback?* This field is required.Choose the best option

Yes, I love being pushed outside my current skill/knowledge to grow

I like honest feedback, but may have a hard time receiving the feedback upfront

Other

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What's your experience level with recording vocals at home (if needed)?* This field is required.Choose the best option

Experienced

Comfortable but may need guidance

I have the gear but still a beginner

I've never recorded at home but willing to try

I prefer recording in-studio

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Are you open to meeting deadlines and taking necessary steps each week to finish and release your song?Please select the one that best honestly describes where you are

Yes, I'm ready!

I want to but I struggle with consistency

Not yet, I need accountability

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What do you hope this song will do for you or your audience?* This field is required.Please write it out below, if you don't know write "I need help figuring this out".

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Finishing and releasing a song requires both time and financial investment. Which budget range best reflects what you're comfortable putting toward this project?* This field is required.Select the option closest to your current budget

$250-$400

$400-$750

$1000+

I don't have any budget currently available

I'm not sure, and need help deciding

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Is there any additional information you'd like us to know about your music?Share anything you think might be helpful for us to recommend next steps for you and your music.

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We understand that a financial investment isn’t always possible right now, and that doesn’t diminish your calling or desire to pursue music. Rather than turning away artists who aren’t in a position to work with us yet, we take a different approach. Our goal is to help you identify a meaningful next step you can take right now. Would you like access to additional free resources to help you move forward?

YESNO

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What resources would be helpful?Select all that apply

YouTube Videos on Song Production

YouTube Videos on Artist Development

Crowdfunding Support

YouTube Videos on Songwriting

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We’re updating our YouTube channel weekly with resources designed to support Christian songwriters and artists. Check it out, and let us know if there’s a topic you’d like us to cover.

Beacon Music Co YouTube

If you’d still like to connect, we’d be happy to offer a FREE 30-minute call to help you clarify your next steps.

BOOK A FREE 30 MIN CALL

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this intake form. If you need support at any point, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Beacon Music Co. at contact@beaconmusicco.com

~Beacon Music Co Team