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This chapter welcomes listeners back to the music industry as festivals conclude and business heats up. Featuring the founder of an indie label, it dives into the current landscape of music, spotlighting key sponsors and reflecting on recent successes in the industry.

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Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Mark Orr, founder of LAB Records.

Starting the company while still at university and promoting DIY shows, Mark has grown LAB to hundreds of releases, while keeping a laser focus on artist development, physical retail, and sustainable growth.

During their chat, Mark also breaks down how Indies compete on the biggest stages, what really moves the UK charts in 2025, and why location outside London can be a superpower rather than a handicap.

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