Q: Why are you called Sarathan?
A: It's a combination of SARAh and jonaTHAN, the two core members of Two Loons for Tea, the label's first project.

Q: How do I license music from Sarathan for inclusion in compilations, or for film or TV placement?
A: For use of our music in compilations or Film and TV, please send an email to "licensing at sarathan.com" describing the song(s) you would like to use, and any other relevant information about the intended use.

Q: I write for a music publication or a music blog and I want to include a link to an MP3 of one of your songs in my review. How can I obtain permission to do this?
A: You have our blessings and our thanks! MP3 versions of Sarathan Records artists that are made freely available on the Sarathan website may be used exclusively for editorial purposes under the agreement that you:

Host the MP3 file on your own server and do not direct link MP3's from our site
Do not change any of the ID3v1, ID3v2 tags or embedded information
Send an email containing a link to your published editorial to pr at sarathan dot com
Include a link to the Sarathan Records website and the artist's Sarathan catalog page in your published work

Q: I want to work / intern at Sarathan Records, what do I do?
A: If you feel you are an absolutely ideal candidate for Sarathan, you can send an email to "working at sarathan.com" with a current copy of your resume.

Q: What's up with the hummingbird?
A: To us, it evokes one of our core goals: discovering new and yummy music and presenting it to the world to enjoy. We had a contest to name our lovely mascot (created by the talented Mark McDevitt of Methane Studios, and in the Winter of 2007, our mascot was officially named "Calliope" (submited by Dave Reininger).

Q: I want my music to be on Sarathan Records, what do I do?
A: Our current demo submission policy: We're pleased that you have familiarized yourself with the artists on Sarathan Records and their music and feel that your music could have a home here. Sarathan Records happily accepts and reviews unsolicited demos from unsigned artists whose music demonstrates their ability to achieve a clear and unique artistic vision. Preferred consideration is given to artists that have already recorded a high-quality full-length album.

Some things to think about:

Is your music well-written and original?

Are you willing to work long, hard, and smart to make your music successful?

If you decide to send us your music, please mail a CD or CD-R and any press-related materials about your project to us. Please include a brief overview of the project, choice reviews, and most importantly, your email address and website/MySpace URL. If there is interest, someone from the label will be in contact with you. While we do listen to all of the material we receive, we cannot guarantee you will receive a personal response from us.

We look forward to hearing your music, but please refrain from emailing it to us. Sarathan is unable to accept any submissions via email, especially ones which include attached or embedded files, audio of any type or pictures. We prefer that you send us your press kit in the mail. Sarathan does not accept unsolicited material delivered in person to our offices.

Any material that is sent to Sarathan Records for consideration, including your press kit and any physical copies of demonstration material in any format, become the property of Sarathan Records which cannot be returned. By submitting your unsolicited demo material and press kit to Sarathan, you agree to hold Sarathan Records and its agents harmless in the case of loss of or damage to the materials sent to us.