Welcome to PMD Records
From Raw Talent to Radio Ready:
Our Complete Band Development Process
about pmd records
Located in the vibrant music landscape of Phoenix, Arizona, PMD Records represents more than just a label—we’re a creative family dedicated to authentic artistry and professional excellence. Our decades of industry experience have taught us that great music deserves great support, and that’s exactly what we provide to every artist who walks through our doors.
From Raw Talent to Radio Ready:
Our Complete Band Development Process
At Purple Monkey Dishwasher Records, we believe every great band deserves a spotless path to success. Our four-phase development process has been refined over 40 years in the Phoenix music scene, transforming serious musicians into professional recording artists ready to make their mark on the world.
Just like washing dishes, building a successful music career requires the right process, the right tools, and attention to every detail. From our initial Rinse Cycle through the final Sparkling Clean launch, we handle every aspect of your musical journey with the expertise that only comes from four decades in the business.
Whether you’re an emerging band ready to take the next step or established musicians looking for comprehensive professional support, our proven four-phase system ensures nothing gets overlooked and everything shines.
Ready to get clean? Here's how we do it:
RINSE CYCLE: Discovery and Development
Before any great recording can happen, every detail must be spotless. Our Rinse Cycle is where Purple Monkey Dishwasher Records transforms talented musicians into professionally prepared recording artists. With 40 years of Phoenix music industry experience, we know that solid legal and business foundations are essential for long-term success.
Our Rinse Cycle typically takes 2-4 weeks and ensures your band is legally protected, professionally structured, and strategically positioned before we move to the creative phases.
Legal Documentation and Protection
We handle all the paperwork that serious bands need but often overlook. This includes band partnership agreements, songwriting credits, publishing arrangements, and intellectual property protection. Our decades of experience mean we know exactly what legal issues can derail a promising career—and how to prevent them.
Business Structure and Planning
We help establish proper business entities, set up banking, and create the professional infrastructure your band needs to operate as a legitimate business. This isn't glamorous work, but it's absolutely essential for any band serious about making music their career.
SOAP AND SCRUB Recording and Production
This is where the magic happens. In our Soap and Scrub phase, we take your musical ideaa and transform them into professional recordings that capture your artistic vision with pristine clarity. Purple Monkey Dishwasher Studios becomes your creative laboratory, and our 40 years of experience guides every decision.
Song Development & Arrangement
We work with you to refine your songs, exploring different arrangements, tempos, and approaches. Our experienced ears help identify what's working and what needs adjustment before we roll tape.
Creative Direction Setting
We establish the sonic goals for your project. What should this record sound like? What emotions should it evoke? How does it fit into your long-term artistic development? These creative decisions drive every technical choice we make.
Professional Engineering & Production
Our engineers don't just operate equipment—they're creative partners who understand how to capture the essence of your music. Whether you need a live, raw sound or heavily produced arrangements, we have the skills and experience to deliver.
We don't just record your songs—we develop your sound. Every session is an opportunity to grow as musicians and recording artists. By the end of this phase, you'll not only have professional recordings but also a deeper understanding of your artistic identity and capabilities.
RINSE AND REPEAT: Packaging and Promotion Prep
Raw recordings are just the beginning. In our Rinse and Repeat phase, we transform your tracked songs into polished, professional releases ready for the competitive music marketplace. This is where technical excellence meets commercial viability.
Professional Mixing Services
Our experienced mixing engineers bring clarity, depth, and emotional impact to your recordings. Every element serves the song, every frequency has its place, and every mix translates perfectly across different playback systems.
Professional Mastering Standards
Our mastering process ensures your music sounds great whether it's streamed, downloaded, played on radio, or pressed to vinyl. We optimize for all formats while maintaining the integrity of your artistic vision.
Marketing Material Development
While you're developing your visual brand, we ensure all audio elements align with your overall artistic presentation. Consistency across all media strengthens your professional image.
SPARKLING CLEAN Presentation and Launch
This is where everything comes together. Our Sparkling Clean phase represents the full launch of your professionally developed, recorded, and packaged music. With 40 years of industry experience behind us, we know how to make a splash that gets noticed and creates lasting impact.
Promotional Timeline Creation
We establish the sonic goals for your project. What should this record sound like? What emotions should it evoke? How does it fit into your long-term artistic development? These creative decisions drive every technical choice we make.
Multi-Platform Release Coordination
Modern music launches happen across multiple platforms simultaneously. We coordinate release timing across streaming services, social media, radio, press, and live performance opportunities.
Market Timing & Positioning
Using our decades of Phoenix music scene knowledge and industry connections, we identify the optimal timing and positioning for your release. When should you launch? What markets should you target first? How do you build momentum?
