Sav_Scorcese said:
won't make a difference if there's no demand in national markets for the album, promotion will make the difference.
no doubt, thats true. however, when you are picked up for distribution, it's usually because there is a buzz on your work, and they have faith that it will benefit them as well. afterall, it is an investment on their part, which is why often times they will offer to put in marketing which will be recoupable on their end. otherwise, there are all kinds of negotiations possible as to how to go about a new marketing campaign.
either way though, we're now talking big 4 distrobution according to DDCEO, which again brings in different dynamics. big ups to the moe doe fam regardless.