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I’m looking for reliable freelancers to research independent music artists for an Australian music marketing agency. We’ll begin with a **paid trial of 50 accepted leads**. If the quality is strong, there is regular ongoing work available. For ongoing work, you must be able to consistently complete **at least 50 accepted leads per week**. ### Artist criteria Every artist must: - Be based outside Australia - Primarily come from English-speaking markets such as the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand or Ireland - Have **10,000 Spotify monthly listeners or fewer** - Have released qualifying music within the **last 6 months** - Be an independent/emerging artist suitable for music marketing outreach - Have a valid contact email - Not already exist in our database - Not be an AI-generated artist Please use the artist’s **most recent qualifying release** wherever possible. Instrumental-only artists/releases do not qualify. ### Each lead must include - Artist name - Artist country - Contact email - Link showing where the email was found - Spotify artist link - Spotify monthly listeners - Recent song/release - Release date - Instagram or main social link - Personalisation observation A duplicate-checking tool will be provided. Every artist must be checked before being included in the final list. ### Personalisation This is one of the most important parts of the role. You must **genuinely listen to the selected song** and write a short observation about something specific you noticed or liked. This could relate to: - Vocals - Melody - Instrumentation - Guitar or drum parts - Production - Arrangement - Groove - Hook - Lyrics - Dynamics The personalisation does **not** need to be long. One accurate and specific observation is enough. For example: “Really liked how the guitars open up when the chorus comes in against the softer verse.” Generic comments such as “Great song”, “Nice vocals” or “Love the vibe” will not be accepted. Please also avoid automated technical audio-analysis comments involving BPM, EQ, frequencies, spectral analysis, etc. If mentioning lyrics, please make sure the lyric genuinely belongs to that exact song. If you are unsure about a lyric, comment on another musical element instead. I am primarily looking for **accuracy, genuine listening and reliability**. Perfect English or polished copywriting is not required. ### Trial and ongoing work The initial project is for **50 accepted, non-duplicate leads**. If the trial is successful, ongoing work is available in regular batches. For ongoing work, you must be able to reliably complete **at least one 50-lead batch per week**. More work is available if you can consistently maintain quality at a higher volume. ### When applying Please include **2–3 example personalisation comments based on real songs you have listened to**. Please do not send generic examples. I want to see that you can listen to a song and identify a genuine, specific detail from it.
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I’d be happy to handle the artist research with the level of accuracy and genuine listening you’re looking for. I can carefully verify each artist against your criteria, check Spotify listeners and recent releases, confirm contact details and duplicates, and listen to the selected track before writing a specific personalization note based on the music itself. I understand that generic comments won’t work here, so I’ll focus on details that show the song was genuinely heard. I’m also comfortable maintaining consistent weekly batches of 50+ accepted leads. Best regards, Malaika Asad
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The key here is not “writing nicely” but proving each lead was actually listened to and personalized with a real detail from the track. That usually breaks down when people rush, reuse phrasing, or comment on surface-level genre cues, so I’d handle this by keeping the batch tight, checking duplicates carefully, and writing only from what is genuinely audible in each song. I’ve done detail-focused research and content tasks where consistency matters more than flashy copy, and this one clearly needs that same discipline. For music-based personalization, the difference is whether the comment mentions something concrete in the arrangement, vocal delivery, structure, or production rather than a generic compliment. A few quick examples from real songs: - “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac: the steady drum groove and that floating vocal delivery make the song feel calm even while the lyrics sound emotionally unsettled. - “Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson: the bassline is so lean and repetitive that it creates tension, which makes the vocal phrasing stand out even more. - “Yellow” by Coldplay: the guitar part is simple, but the gradual lift in intensity is what gives the chorus its emotional weight. Can you confirm whether you already have the lead source list prepared, or whether part of the task is sourcing as well?
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Hi, I’m interested in the trial and ongoing work. I have strong experience in lead generation, web research, contact finding, and Excel/Google Sheets. I can research artists based on your criteria, verify Spotify listeners, recent releases and emails, check duplicates, and keep the data organized. I also understand the importance of genuinely listening to each song and writing a specific, natural personalization comment. I can complete the 50-lead trial and continue with at least 50 accepted leads per week. Could you let me know which duplicate-checking tool you’ll provide? Thanks, Noyon
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As an experienced music producer and composer, I offer a unique perspective and skillset ideal for your project. My extensive knowledge and appreciation of music extends across genres and styles, guaranteeing you well-researched, independent, and emerging artists that fit your criteria. Additionally, my love for music combined with over 9 years of professional experience in content creation allows me to genuinely listen to songs and craft personalized observations based on specific musical elements – what you value most. Having worked on a variety of projects that require keen attention to detail - such as mixing and mastering tracks or sound designing - I am committed to accuracy and reliability. I understand the need to consistently produce high-quality work within deadlines - a skill crucial for this volume-driven project. With my grasp of AI technologies too, I can navigate efficiently through the Spotify artist links to find you the primary information needed. In addition, my proficiency with English ensures that the observations will be concise, clear, and coherent- highlighting the desired musical elements adeptly. With me on board, you don't just get a freelancer who submits work but an empathetic lover of music who is genuinely excited to contribute meaningfully to expanding exposure for relevant independent artists. Let's begin
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Hi, I’m an experienced web researcher skilled in finding accurate leads, verifying contact details, checking duplicates, and maintaining organized databases. I can research independent artists carefully, genuinely listen to their recent releases, and provide specific, relevant personalization for each lead. I’m available to start the 50-lead paid trial immediately and can reliably deliver accurate batches of 50+ qualified leads per week. Regards, Nahida
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As a healthcare consultant with over 14 years in the field, I have developed a meticulous and thorough approach to my work which I believe is perfect for this project. I have an eye for detail and the ability to navigate complex criteria effectively, ensuring that every lead I provide is accurate, meets all requirements, and is not already in your database. My extensive experience in data collection, data entry and market research will be invaluable in fulfilling your need for 50 accepted leads per week. Moreover, my academic writing skills lend me the ability to craft personalised messages that identify specific details from the music I engage with for each artist. It is evident from your project description that accuracy and genuine listening are significant aspects for this role. Despite my background being unrelated to music, my capability to listen and attentively extract concrete details will enhance the genuinity of my observations as a listener.
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With our extensive experience in lead generation and market research, we understand the importance of finding the right independent music artists. We not only bring proficient research skills to the table, but a deep understanding of how to verify artist information, Spotify statistics, recent releases, contact details, and social profiles accurately. Moreover, our experience handling detailed lead research enables us to carefully follow your specific artist criteria and duplicate-checking process. We can also genuinely listen to each selected song and provide a natural, specific personalisation based on the vocals, melody, instrumentation, hook, arrangement, lyrics, or another detail that genuinely stands out. As trustworthiness and reliability cannot be built overnight, we emphasize that accuracy and consistency are our priorities. We'll make sure every lead meets your requirements and every personalisation reflects genuine listening. We are ready to prove our quality through your initial 50-lead paid trial and build a reliable long-term working relationship. Warm Regards
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Hi, Your outreach depends on accurate artist research and genuinely specific personalisation, not bulk scraped leads. I can manually verify location, Spotify listeners, recent releases, contact sources, socials, and duplicates, then listen to each selected track before writing its observation. I can consistently deliver 50 carefully checked leads weekly. Let’s discuss the paid trial and your duplicate-checking workflow in chat.
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I see you’re looking for reliable freelancers to research independent music artists for your marketing agency, focusing on specific criteria and genuine personalization. My approach involves thorough research to ensure each lead meets your standards, with a keen ear for detail in the music. I prioritize accuracy and personal insights, listening closely to each track to craft meaningful observations. My portfolio shows relevant work you can review directly on my profile. Could you share more about the types of artists you’ve successfully worked with in the past? As a bonus, I can provide a detailed analysis of emerging trends in the music industry related to your target artists after the initial batch is completed. Let’s jump into a chat to look over the details together. Worst case, you walk away with a free blueprint for the project. Talk Soon Lee-Roy
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This project succeeds when manufacturer outreach becomes a measurable onboarding system, not another spreadsheet of contacts. I would define the target profile and qualification fields, build the CRM stages and ownership rules, automate follow-ups and reminders, then report response, qualification and onboarding rates by source, category and country. That gives your team a process they can run daily and improve from real conversion data. If the scope is not fully settled, I can give you a free 15-minute scoping consultation here on Freelancer before award, with no payment or commitment required. Which CRM are you using now, and what number of qualified manufacturers should phase one onboard? Kind regards, Dixon
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⚡ I HANDLE THIS TYPE OF WORK REALLY WELL. I have just developed a lead generation strategy for independent artists, focusing on personalized outreach. This will help your agency connect with emerging talent effectively. I’ll ensure each lead includes accurate contact info and genuine, specific observations based on their latest music. Listening closely is key. I will keep everything clear and simple, without burying you in unnecessary details. MESSAGE ME, WORST CASE YOU GET FREE ADVICE. Regards, Stefan.
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