ABOUT DEPOSE

SO FAR LEFT,
WE’RE RIGHT

At Depose Records and Depose Media LLC, we are committed to amplifying voices that stand against oppression, injustice, and hate. Our mission is to provide bold, independent media that challenges oppressive systems, fosters solidarity, and creates space for stories of resistance, empowerment, and change. We stand firmly against fascism, racism, and all forms of discrimination, believing in the transformative power of truth, critical thinking, and grassroots movements. Through music and media, we aim to disrupt unjust systems, inspire collective action, and empower marginalized communities. We strive to build a world where equality, freedom, and human rights are not just ideals, but realities. By amplifying silenced voices and promoting inclusivity, we are working towards a more just and equitable world for all.

WHAT WE DO

Depose Records, a division of Depose Media LLC, manages the production, distribution, and marketing of media including music recordings and books, typically signing artists and helping them release and promote their music to a wider audience. Depose handles everything from contracts and royalties to promotional efforts and branding for the artist.

  • PRE-PRODUCTION:

    Artist consultation, song selection, arrangements, and planning for recording.

    STUDIO RECORDING:

    Booking studio time, hiring producers, engineers, and session musicians if needed.

    MIXING & MASTERING:

    Professional mixing and mastering of tracks for optimal sound quality.

    ARTWORK CREATION:

    Design of album artwork, CD covers, and promotional materials.

  • BRAND STRATEGY:

    Develop a cohesive branding strategy, including visual identity and messaging for the artist.

    PUBLIC RELATIONS (PR):

    Press release distribution, securing media coverage, artist interviews, and features in relevant publications.

    SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING:

    Campaign management on platforms like Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook. Influencer collaborations and content creation.

    VIDEO PRODUCTION:

    Music video production, including concept development, filming, and editing.

    RADIO & MEDIA PLAY:

    Pitching the music to radio stations, podcasts, and online media outlets for airplay and interviews.

    TOURING & LIVE EVENTS:

    Organizing live performances, promotional shows, and potential collaborations with other artists.

  • DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION:

    Distribution through streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Amazon Music, and digital download platforms like Bandcamp, etc.

    PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION:

    Pressing vinyl records, CDs, and other physical merchandise.

    RETAIL PLACEMENT:

    Ensuring album availability through physical and digital retail outlets.

  • ONGOING ARTIST SUPPORT:

    Career guidance, contract management, and negotiations with booking agents, talent scouts, and managers.

    FAN ENGAGEMENT:

    Implement strategies for audience-building through newsletters, fan clubs, exclusive content, and live-streamed events.

    MERCHANDISING:

    Design, production, and distribution of artist-branded merchandise, such as T-shirts, posters, etc.

OUR FOUNDER

Depose Records/DEPOSE MEDIA founder, Rick Stanziale (pictured at right with Laura Carter of the notorious Bar-B-Q Killers), played in Athens bands like Problem Children, Crack, Waylaid, and Udder from 1984-1992. He also published the zines “We Think You Suck” and “Athens Pocket Skate Guide.” And he’s one of the founding fathers of the world-renowned Skate Park of Athens. In addition to artist management and music production, distribution & promotion, Depose Media LLC plans to get into skateboard production and book publishing in the near future.

OUR COMMUNITY

We’ve been in Athens, GA for decades, and our connections in the music world run deep.

Some of the best support businesses in the Athens music scene, which Depose respects and admires, include Chase Park Transduction Studios for recording, mixing and mastering, Echo Base (previously Classic City Vinyl Works/Kindercore Records) for vinyl album pressing and packaging, and Satisfactory Screenprinting & Design for T-shirts and other screen printed merch— to name just a few. Everything Depose helps its artists create is artist-made and produced locally in the beloved music town of Athens, GA.

The most artist-friendly deals in the business

Are you a new band and don’t know where to start, or were you “big in the nineties” and want to release your “lost tapes”? Get in touch with Depose Records and we’ll talk…