* Usually independently owned and operated.
* Often smaller than major labels.
* More likely to focus on developing new artists and promoting their music.
* May have more creative freedom than major labels.
* May be more likely to promote original music.
* Can sign artists quickly.
* Typically do not offer the same level of financial support as major labels
* May have limited resources for marketing and promotion.
* Artists may have more control over their music and career.
Major label
* Usually owned by a large corporation.
* Often have a lot of money and resources.
* Sign well known musicians and bands, or artists who they think will become well known.
* More likely to focus on promoting mainstream music.
* Often sign musicians to contracts that limit their artistic control and career.
* Artists on major labels are often considered mainstream acts.
* Higher cost of doing business.
* Typically offer more financial support and have more resources for marketing and promotion.
* Artists may have less control over their music and career.