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With AvenueAR, your music is put in front of real decision‑makers, not just algorithms, giving you a direct line to A&R reps, label execs, and music professionals actively looking for new talent. Every release is presented in a polished, professional way that stands out from crowded inboxes and random links, so when the right person presses play, they see you as a serious artist from the start.

Instead of hoping to be noticed in a sea of uploads, you get a structured path to the people who can actually open doors — people with the power to offer deals, opportunities, and career‑changing support. AvenueAR is built to turn streams into real‑world conversations, and real‑world conversations into life‑changing connections.

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How It Works

Simple, transparent, professional

For Artists

Get heard. Get signed.

  • Upload your song to request a professional review.
  • Submit to radio stations across the country for real airplay placement.New
  • Song Tickets — work directly with an A&R to develop a song they love.
  • Hire A&R experts, music coaches, and digital managers for deeper strategy and development support.
  • Receive detailed song evaluations with clear, actionable feedback.
  • Schedule one-on-one video calls with executives to pitch your music.
  • Digital Scout — get matched with the executives actively searching for your sound.

For Executives

Sign smarter. Move faster.

Reach the other 50% — the independent artists your inbox, your scouts, and your label's SoundCloud crawl never see.

  • Discover new talent daily — fresh, vetted submissions delivered straight to your queue.
  • Work from desktop or phone — review, rate, and respond from anywhere in the world.
  • Complete CRM for you and your team — every artist conversation, decision, and deal in one place.
  • Track team results — see exactly which scouts and reps are sourcing the hits.
  • Every artist is ready to start working — full contact info right at your fingertips.
  • Monetize your account with the Pro Plan — earn revenue every time you decide.
  • Get paid contracts with artists and labels — close deals on platform with built‑in agreements.

The Hit List

Where the industry tunes in.

The platform's official chart of independent music — climbed only by songs rated 7+ by real A&R executives. Every week, the entire AvenueAR network — execs, radio stations, and curators — opens it.

  • Songs rated 7 or higher are automatically added — no pay‑to‑play, no campaigns, just merit.
  • Instantly visible to every executive on the platform — your song lands in front of the people who sign deals.
  • Every radio station DJ gets a weekly Hit List newsletter — the chart is delivered straight to their inbox.
  • DJs and music directors stream the chart in‑app, line up favorites, and pull tracks straight into rotation.
  • Get spun on real radio — station rotations begin the moment a DJ taps "Add to Rotation" on your song.
  • Climb in real time — daily rank changes, plays, saves, and shares are all surfaced live on your artist page.
  • Built‑in mobile player — execs and DJs listen on the go without ever leaving the chart.
  • Stay ahead of the curve — the Hit List is the earliest signal of what's about to break, weeks before it does.

Discover the Industry

Connect with top executives, radio stations, and playlist curators

Featured Executives

Industry leaders actively seeking new talent

Featured Executive

Richard Rich

AvenueAR / Various Labels

United States

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Richie is an esteemed member of the AvenueAR team with a knack for spotting musical gems. With a track record that includes collaborations with renowned labels such as Sony, 300 Ent, Def Jam, and more, Richie brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a commitment to helping artists reach their full potential.

Pop
Hip-Hop
R&B

Artists Worked With

Artist A, Artist B, Artist C

Notable Signings

Example Artist 1, Example Artist 2, Example Artist 3

Labels & Companies

Sony Music, 300 Entertainment, Def Jam, AvenueAR

Major Achievements

Successfully launched the careers of multiple chart-topping artists • Contributed to award-winning projects

Hit Songs

Hit Song 1, Hit Song 2, Hit Album 1

Current Focus

Focused on discovering innovative artists with unique sounds that can stand out in the modern music landscape.

Featured Executive

Sydney Alston

Independent

United States

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A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Sydney Alston is a music industry veteran with more than two decades of experience providing resources and guidance to artists. With a decade on the road as a bass player and singer, he discovered a passion for managing emerging talent. He worked with Disc Makers and launched his own management and production firm, helping artists secure deals with UMG, Capitol, and Sony.

Indie Rock
Pop
R&B
Alternative

Artists Worked With

Artist X, Band Y, Singer Z

Notable Signings

Emerging Artist A, Breakout Band B

Labels & Companies

Disc Makers, UMG, Capitol, Sony

Major Achievements

Secured record deals with major labels for multiple artists • Founded own management and production firm • Successfully launched careers of new artists

Hit Songs

Top Track 1, Popular Album A

Current Focus

Currently seeking diverse, innovative talent with a unique sound that challenges mainstream norms.

Featured Executive

Jazmine Valencia

JV Agency

United States

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1-on-1 VideoDirect to Inbox
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Our company strongly emphasizes artist-focused campaigns. Our expertise has helped propel the careers of top-selling artists such as The Killers, Fall Out Boy, Avicii, American Authors, and Shawn Mendes. Jazmine is highly regarded for her business and creative acumen, as well as her mission to bridge cultural and geographic gaps.

Pop
Rock
Electronic

Artists Worked With

The Killers, Fall Out Boy, Avicii, American Authors, Shawn Mendes

Labels & Companies

JV Agency

Major Achievements

Propelling the careers of globally recognized artists • Developing artist-focused marketing strategies across various genres

Hit Songs

Hits involving The Killers and Fall Out Boy

Current Focus

Artist-focused campaigns across diverse cultural and geographic backgrounds

Featured Executive

Daniel Werner

Island Def Jam

United States

Video Meetings Only
1-on-1 Video
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

For over a decade, Daniel Werner has proven to be a valuable asset to Island Def Jam as the Vice President of A&R. He has spearheaded the identification, development, and success of various artists including Tove Lo, Taio Cruz, Astrid S, Sigrid, and Dean Lewis. He offers services such as global artist development, talent identification, consulting, and connecting artists with songwriters and producers.

Pop
Indie Pop
Alternative

Artists Worked With

Tove Lo, Taio Cruz, Astrid S, Sigrid, Dean Lewis

Notable Signings

Tove Lo, Taio Cruz, Astrid S, Dean Lewis

Labels & Companies

Island Def Jam

Major Achievements

Developed international chart-toppers • Significant role in artist global success stories

Hit Songs

'Habits (Stay High)' by Tove Lo, 'Dynamite' by Taio Cruz, 'Be Alright' by Dean Lewis

Current Focus

Artists with innovative pop sensibilities and international appeal

Featured Executive

Derek Minor

Reflection Music Group

United States

Video Meetings Only
1-on-1 Video
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Derek Johnson Jr. is a Dove Award-winning rapper, producer, actor, and label head who has become one of Christian rap's most sought-after artists. With an impressive discography including top charting albums like Minorville, Reflection, and The Trap, as well as two Grammy Awards for his production work for Lecrae.

Christian Hip-Hop
Rap
R&B

Artists Worked With

Lecrae, Annie Moses Band, Colton Dixon

Notable Signings

Canon, Tony Tillman, Deraj

Labels & Companies

Reflection Music Group, Reach Records

Major Achievements

Dove Award for Urban Album of the Year • Production on two Grammy Award-winning projects for Lecrae

Hit Songs

'We Are Champions' with Colton Dixon, 'Take It Easy', 'Change the World'

Current Focus

Artists with a strong Christian message and innovative hip-hop sound

Featured Executive

Donny Flores

Universal Music Latin / Roc Nation

United States

Video Meetings Only
1-on-1 Video
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Donny Flores, also known as "Dizzy", is a highly respected executive in the music industry. His strategic vision has led to creation of hits like "Taki Taki" and "Loco Contigo." He is currently the lead A&R and executive producer for DJ Snake, an Executive Producer for Universal Music Latin, and works with Roc Nation.

Latin
Reggaeton
Pop
Dance

Artists Worked With

DJ Snake, Cardi B, Selena Gomez, Ozuna, J Balvin

Notable Signings

DJ Snake

Labels & Companies

Universal Music Latin, Roc Nation

Major Achievements

Executive production of 'Taki Taki' • Bringing 'Loco Contigo' to fruition • Guiding DJ Snake's career to international stardom

Hit Songs

Taki Taki, Loco Contigo

Current Focus

Dizzy is currently interested in unique and innovative Latin sounds, as well as artists who can cross over into mainstream pop markets.

Featured Executive

Esther Anaya

Independent

United States

Video Meetings Only
1-on-1 Video
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Esther Anaya is an accomplished musician with over 20 years of musical training and a decade of professional performance experience. She has expanded her repertoire to include pop, Latin and electronic styles. Most renowned for incorporating her electric violin into DJ sets. Her career spans over 20 countries including collaborations with Rihanna, Snoop Dogg, and Maluma.

Pop
Latin
Electronic

Artists Worked With

Rihanna, Snoop Dogg, Maluma

Labels & Companies

Independent

Major Achievements

Performed and toured globally in over 20 countries • Collaborated with major artists such as Rihanna, Snoop Dogg, and Maluma

Current Focus

Artists in pop, Latin, and electronic genres who integrate live instruments with electronic elements

Featured Executive

Jeff Fenster

Jive Records / Sony

United States

Open
1-on-1 Video
A&R
Feedback in 7–25 business days

Jeff Fenster is a distinguished A&R expert with an impressive record of discovering and working with top artists. He discovered Britney Spears when she was an unknown teenager and signed the Backstreet Boys. His client list includes Whitney Houston, Bon Jovi, and Mariah Carey. He contributed to the success of American Idol winners including Jordin Sparks, Kris Allen, and David Archuleta.

Pop
Mainstream Rock
Contemporary R&B

Artists Worked With

Whitney Houston, Bon Jovi, Mariah Carey, Jordin Sparks, Kris Allen, David Archuleta

Notable Signings

Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys

Labels & Companies

Jive Records, Sony Music

Major Achievements

Discovered Britney Spears as a teenager • Signed Backstreet Boys • Worked on successful projects for multiple American Idol winners

Hit Songs

Baby One More Time, I Want It That Way, Battlefield

Current Focus

While specific current projects are not well-documented, he tends to focus on pop acts with broad commercial appeal.

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College Radio

Influential campus stations

WRTC 89.3

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WJAB 90.9

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Jazz
Blues

WRFG 89.3

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Featured Executives

Open to new submissions

Richard Rich

Richard Rich

AvenueAR / Various Labels

Open to Submissions

Sydney Alston

Sydney Alston

Independent

Open to Submissions

Jazmine Valencia

Jazmine Valencia

JV Agency

Open to Submissions

Daniel Werner

Daniel Werner

Island Def Jam

Open to Submissions

Derek Minor

Derek Minor

Reflection Music Group

Open to Submissions

Donny Flores

Donny Flores

Universal Music Latin / Roc Nation

Open to Submissions

Esther Anaya

Esther Anaya

Independent

Open to Submissions

Jeff Fenster

Jeff Fenster

Jive Records / Sony

Open to Submissions

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