The guys behind
Exchange Bureau Music have a simple philosophy when it comes to their fledgling business, capitalize on Detroit’s rich heritage and strong brand name.
The founders, who go by their stage names Paul and Josh, started the music label last November with the idea of putting out music that is either made in Detroit or by Detroit-based bands. Any way to tie the far west side-based label’s music to the Detroit is the excuse it’s looking for to supply good music to the masses.
"Somehow there has to be that tie to the city," says Paul, co-owner of Exchange Bureau Music.
The label has 13 releases so far from its 25 artists on its roster. They mostly have an electronic or hip hop influence, but Exchange Bureau doesn't want to limit itself to genres. It's willing to do rock or other types of music as long as it has that tie to the Motor City.
Exchange Bureau also plans to expand its shows to be surprise-specific. It wants to throw tours where people attending won’t know which artists or what type of music is being played until the spotlights turn on.
"It could be anybody on our roster," Paul says. "It could be an electronic show or a hip hop show. You never know."
Right now the music label plans to stick to its founders and artists. However, they want to bring on some interns this summer and possibly expand its payroll toward the end of the year to help manage its shows.
Source: Paul, co-owner of Exchange Bureau Music
Writer: Jon Zemke