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We receive emails every week from musicians asking whether or not the person sliding into their DMs represents a record label or management company. These so-called A&R specialists promise musicians exposure to the biggest names in the industry, along with major label-backed promotion, all for one low price.

The only problem? It's a scam.

Recently, one musician contacted Music Biz host James Shotwell to share their experience dealing with a scammer. The individual in question offered screenshots, contact information, and everything we needed to understand exactly how these scammers operate. With their permission, we are sharing their story with the hope that nobody falls victim to these scams again.