How to survive being dropped

The success Nerina Pallot has enjoyed through guerrilla gigging and social networking proves that there's life after being dumped by your labelGetting dropped by your label can sometimes come as a complete shock to an artist, making them reluctant to get involved with a major ever again. Sia, a singer with Zero7 who landed a solo deal with Island, was on a high after a sold-out gig with Hot Chip. She toasted the success with her label, who appeared more than chuffed. Two weeks later, she was dro...

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