Another Band Gets Screwed by a Major Label

Hailing from the thriving metropolis of Tyler, Texas, the band Eisley wowed Texans like me several years ago making beautiful indie-rock that belied their adolescence.

Major labels get excited over acts like that, and many bands look at major label deals as the Holy Grail, the road to superstardom and endless creativity. Sadly, that reality is as elusive as the Grail itself, as bands almost never achieve what they think they will, and what the labels often promise.

After years of frustration and creative limbo, Eisley has finally been released from their deal with Warner Brothers. Fortunately in today’s digital age, bands have many more options and opportunities to gain exposure, which is a big part of why majors have been hemorrhaging for some years now.

Their story is far, far too common and hopefully serves as a cautionary tale for any act that is hungry for a label deal.