text: how do i get a record deal that wont cheat me? ive been trying to get in contact with the right people but dont know where to go im scared to underbid my talents the only way to ensure that is to go into distribution yourself, which thankfully is much easier nowadays thanks to the internet.  though, if you absolutely need to, there are plenty of independent record labels you might want to give a shot. just make sure they aren't a part of the riaa. because they will for certain screw you.  if you're really serious about it, i suggsest you either get an agent or an lawyer.