The Queen Is Dead Records is a French non-profit association (under the French Law of 1901) that has developed an independent ecosystem dedicated to the creation, production and distribution of musical projects, based on a non-profit, educational and collaborative approach. In practical terms, TQIDr brings together several complementary areas of activity:A studio, dedicated to music production in the broadest sense (recording, mixing, mastering, artistic and technical exploration);A digital distribution department, focused on the critical assessment of releases, understanding digital platforms, technical compliance and distribution choices;A communication and publishing space, dedicated to TQIDr's own projects and media (websites, content, web radio);A record label, reserved for projects involving a comprehensive artistic commitment from the outset. TQIDr does not operate like a conventional service provider: rather than offering turnkey solutions, our approach is to support, explain, share knowledge and work alongside artists to explore the practices, tools and challenges of the music industry. For digital distribution, please visit our dedicated website: https://www.distribution-tqidr.com/

Joining The Queen Is Dead Records is neither a goal in itself nor an end in itself.The starting point is always the music and the artistic project.The label is intended for artists whose projects are still taking shape, and for whom artistic, technical and personal support can bring genuine added value. In practical terms, joining the label may be relevant if:You wish to develop your music in depth, both in terms of substance and formYou are open to rigorous artistic dialogue, without standardisation or arbitrary interferenceYou want to understand what you are doing, rather than delegate decisionsYou embrace a collaborative approach, based on trust, dialogue and shared responsibilityJoining the label does not involve:Any exclusivity;Complete delegation of responsibilities;Any promise of visibility or promotion in the marketing sense. The label's involvement (artistic, editorial and sometimes promotional) is limited to projects supported from start to finish, where a shared artistic commitment exists from the outset.This involvement is an extension of the music production process, not a standalone service.If your project is already finished, or if you are primarily looking for visibility, promotion or turnkey solutions, the label is probably not the right fit.In short, joining the TQIDr label is worthwhile for artists who want to build an ambitious and carefully developed project, learn through experience and pursue a coherent, independent and sustainable approach to their music, without giving up their autonomy. To find out more:Why and how to join The Queen Is Dead Records?

No, The Queen Is Dead Records does not offer artist contracts, publishing agreements or licensing agreements.The artists working with TQIDr remain fully independent and retain all their rights.There is no exclusivity and no obligation to collaborate on future projects.The working relationship is based on a production agreement, whereby TQIDr contributes to the creation of musical works through artistic, technical and human involvement. This goes beyond simply providing recording, mixing or mastering services, and may include:Artistic and aesthetic development from the early stagesTechnical and editorial decisionsGeneral guidance on distribution and the overall consistency of the project Artists who appreciate this way of working may return for several productions, but without any automatic commitment from either party.Only works created within this framework become part of the label's catalogue, as they reflect a shared artistic journey, a working philosophy and an aesthetic identity specific to TQIDr. Artistic production and digital distribution are two separate activities. Artists may choose to release music produced with TQIDR through the label's digital distribution service, under a separate, optional agreement with no minimum commitment period. They retain full ownership of their music and may request its withdrawal at any time, in accordance with the terms of that agreement.

If the production of your album has already been completed, it cannot be included in The Queen Is Dead Records' label catalogue. The label's added value lies in its artistic, technical and educational involvement from the early stages of a project, rather than in working with finished recordings. However, collaboration remains possible through digital distribution.In this specific context, TQIDr can assist with:Technical and legal verification of filesCompliance with platform requirementsOverall consistency of the release (formats, metadata, artwork)Critical assessment aimed at preventing common errors or inconsistencies Outside this involvement in digital distribution, TQIDr does not work on projects that have already been completed, nor does it offer standalone artistic, editorial or promotional support.For artists seeking specific guidance on communication, marketing or audience development, I recommend Guil’s Records, whose resources (blog, videos, newsletters) are particularly well suited to these needs.

The Queen Is Dead Records does not impose strict stylistic restrictions.However, the label's artistic sensibility is generally oriented towards alternative rock, electronic music and folk, and more broadly towards projects seeking a balance between artistic ambition, experimentation and accessibility. Beyond musical genres, the central criterion remains alignment with the label's philosophy:A sincere and confident artistic approachEqual attention to substance and formA willingness to develop music over time, with reflection and high standards A project can therefore belong to any musical genre, provided it follows this approach and a genuine artistic commitment is possible between the artist and the label.

It depends on what is being offered, what work is actually carried out, and the terms of the collaboration.The Queen Is Dead Records does not operate like a traditional record label. It offers paid artistic and technical support at deliberately affordable rates, without requiring artists to give up ownership of their music or enter into an exclusive agreement.In the music industry, some productions are financed through advances, generally recouped from future exploitation revenues. The consequences of an unrecouped advance depend on the contract: it does not automatically become a personal debt that the artist must repay. TQIDR's approach is based on three principles:Affordable professional production: the label brings together its studio, artistic direction and music production expertise to help develop ambitious projects with limited resources.A collaborative artistic process: decisions are discussed with the artist, respecting their identity and vision. The goal is to develop each song's potential rather than impose an arbitrary direction.Optional digital distribution: when a release produced with TQIDR is also distributed by the label, a separate agreement may provide for TQIDR to retain the first €250 in net digital distribution revenue, including both streaming and downloads. Beyond that threshold, additional revenue is shared 80% to the artist and 20% to the label. The threshold applies to the release as a whole, not to each individual song. If it is never reached, the artist does not owe the difference. This arrangement provides additional, non-guaranteed compensation for the time and work invested in production. The terms may be reviewed by mutual agreement. Artists retain ownership of their music, with no exclusivity or minimum commitment period. Revenue from physical sales, concerts, merchandise and independent distribution channels remains entirely theirs. Ultimately, the idea is not to pay for the privilege of belonging to a label, but to pay for real work within a transparent framework while remaining independent.

Artists supported by The Queen Is Dead Records come from a wide range of backgrounds, but generally share one thing in common: they are looking for high-quality, personal and educational support, rather than an industrial or standardised solution. These include:Artists with limited or no technical resources who wish to record and produce their music under good conditions;Artists wishing to produce their music with artistic and technical guidance, including discussions, recommendations and ongoing reflection throughout the processArtists working with a limited budget and seeking the best possible balance between artistic ambition and financial constraintsArtists who have attempted self-production but encountered difficulties with recording, mixing or overall sonic consistencyArtists who have recorded in a studio and wish to revisit their tracks for further mixing or finalisation More broadly, The Queen Is Dead Records can also contribute to specific projects outside the scope of its record label activities:Custom music projects (film, video, jingles, sound design)Digitisation and restoration of analogue media (vinyl records, cassette tapes)Technical assessment of audio files exhibiting anomalies or quality issues In all cases, TQIDr's involvement is based on analysis, dialogue and knowledge sharing, rather than simply providing an automated service. To find out more: What can The Queen Is Dead Records do for me?

The Queen Is Dead Records does not offer standalone promotion or marketing services independently of its music production activities. Promotional activities (video teasers, graphic creations, social media posts and editorial features) are reserved exclusively for projects produced and artistically developed by TQIDR, as a natural extension of the production process. This support is tailored to each project, the material provided by the artist, the creative possibilities and the label's schedule, without any predetermined number of deliverables. Content is submitted to the artist for approval before publication. This is a collaborative process in which the artist remains actively involved. Outside the projects supported by the label, TQIDR neither aims nor has the resources to provide dedicated promotion, marketing or booking services. Its core expertise remains music production, artistic development and digital distribution, with an educational approach designed to help artists make informed, independent decisions.That said, TQIDR's philosophy is not to leave artists alone with their questions. When a request falls outside its area of expertise, the label can point artists towards relevant resources, ideas and professionals. For promotion, marketing and audience development, I particularly recommend the work of Guilaine Robin (Guil's Records), whose resources - books, YouTube videos and newsletters - offer valuable and widely accessible guidance.

The Queen Is Dead Records offers affordable rates for independent artists, with personalised support that can go well beyond conventional technical services. Mixing, artistic direction and mastering: €150 per song.This package includes sonic development, mixing and final mastering. It may also include instrumental corrections, replacements or additions when they serve the song and the artist's vision, without charging separately for each intervention. Standalone mastering: €50 to €80 per song.The rate depends on factors such as the song's length, the complexity of the processing required, and the number or nature of any issues that need correcting.Before confirming a proposal, I listen to and assess the recordings to understand the artist's expectations and agree on the most suitable approach.Projects can involve a single song, an EP or a full album, with no minimum number of tracks required. Package discounts may be considered on a case-by-case basis but are not automatic. Payment is generally divided into two instalments: 50% before starting and 50% upon final delivery. Work and payments can also be organised in smaller batches of songs.Other services, including recording, custom music production, audio restoration or specific technical work, are quoted individually after reviewing the request.

Yes, within a clearly defined framework. The Queen Is Dead Records can be involved in the creation or adjustment of cover artwork when the project is supported by TQIDr, either:as part of a music production carried out with the studioor as part of a digital distribution release handled by TQIDr In that case, you may present your visual project (or your needs), providing as much useful information as possible: intentions, references, constraints, current stage of development. TQIDr may then:offer critical and artistic feedbacksuggest possible improvementsor, depending on the situation, guide you towards suitable solutions (adjustments, external collaboration, graphic designer) The aim is not to systematically provide a turnkey graphic design service, but to ensure the artistic and visual consistency of the project, in connection with the music and its release framework.

The Queen Is Dead Records is not a company, but a French non-profit association (under the French Law of 1901).As such, TQIDr does not recruit in the traditional sense and does not offer structured salaried positions. However, the association may welcome people who wish to get involved in the project, through arrangements compatible with its non-profit structure:Occasional or regular contributionsParticipation in discussions, experiments or specific projectsInvolvement in artistic, technical, editorial or organisational activitiesRegarding internships or work-study placements, these are only considered if:They form part of a clearly defined educational frameworkTheir objectives are compatible with the association's actual resourcesThey are not intended to replace paid employment or professional servicesTQIDr favours an approach based on learning, knowledge sharing and experimentation, rather than productivity or output.Each request is considered on a case-by-case basis, with transparency and consistency with the project's values.