Notes

Demo Submissions "If you’re a musician who would like to submit demo or finished recordings to Appleseed Recordings to be considered for release, here’s our policy: We already receive dozens of submissions each week.

About

"Founded in 1997 by activist attorney Jim Musselman, Appleseed Recordings is an independent, idealistic and internationally distributed record label devoted to releasing socially conscious contemporary, folk and roots music by a wide array of established and lesser-known musicians. The West Chester, Pa.-based company’s approach has led to a catalogue of mor than 100 well-respected CDs, two Grammy Awards, ten Grammy nominations, and, most importantly, has produced music that is actually helping to change the world. Appleseed’s roster includes CDs by such enduring folk stars as Pete Seeger (one of Musselman’s leading inspirations), Donovan, Tom Paxton, former Byrds leader and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Roger McGuinn, Sweet Honey in the Rock, Al Stewart, Eric Andersen, and Holly Near, and a younger generation of sociopolitically aware musicians that includes John Wesley Harding, Christine Lavin, Kim and Reggie Harris and The Kennedys. Among the guest artists who have participated in Appleseed releases are Joan Baez, Steve Earle, Ani DiFranco, Wyclef Jean and Billy Bragg, all creative firebrands. What has led such a caravan of musical giants to Appleseed’s door is the label’s policy of giving full creative control to its artists. There’s no demand for a hit single (although we wouldn’t reject one), no corporate ownership dictating censorship of controversial lyrics, and loving attention is paid to packaging that’s eye-catching and informative. With national distribution by Koch Entertainment Distribution LLC, international distribution in twenty countries, and digital download sales through all the major US download sites, Appleseed music is readily available to listeners everywhere.