First Step Records
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First Step Records is a student operated record label and publishing company providing hands-on expe
Mission
First Step is a student-run record label and publishing company that supports and promotes the diverse, quality music of Millikin University. Vision
To establish the reputation of music at Millikin University to the wider community. To provide a meaningful learning experience within the music industry. Philosophy
We believe the product we produce exceeds industry standards. We believe that
12/07/2025
There’s a Millikin University student run music business concert this Tuesday 9th at Lock Stock & Barrel 6:30pm - 15 artists battle to win a $1000 vinyl pressing package from Smashed Plastic Record Pressing. Code FSR2025 makes it free !!
First Step Records Presents: 15 x 15 - Battle of the Bands 15 x 15 is back! This time we’re bringing it to our hometown of Decatur, IL. Featuring short sets from a wide variety of acts!
12/02/2025
Let’s go ! 15 amazing artists in one night ! Student run music business Millikin Universityevent really delivers next week ! $10 or free with code from one of the bands ! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-step-records-presents-15-x-15-battle-of-the-bands-tickets-1975870379494?aff=oddtdtcreator
03/08/2024
It’s getting interesting around here
07/14/2023
Free event later today - what is music business anyway !
What is Music Business, Anyway? What even is Music Business? Why a problem solving mindset? Why is it important??
04/05/2023
First Step Records is excited to announce our first-ever Get Signed! contest in conjunction with Smashed Plastic Record Pressing. Aspiring musicians and songwriters can compete to win a record deal with First Step Records that comes with a prize package valued at over $3,000.
Each participant will be required to submit a song that will be critiqued during a song listening panel at the Midwest Music Expo along with a questionnaire regarding their level of activity in the music industry.
At the panel, artists will play a 60-second clip of their recorded song for the panel industry professionals. Songs will be judged based on five criteria: lyrics, melody, performance, production, and overall impression.
In addition to evaluating the quality of the submitted song, the judges will also take into consideration the contestant’s level of activity in the indie music scene, including factors such as the number of shows they have played, the size of their merch lines, and the number of followers they have amassed. Sign up by submitting the entry form on midwestmusicexpo.com!
05/02/2022
MMX is THIS WEEKEND! Make sure to come out for live music, exciting panels, and a full expo of businesses! You don’t want to miss it! Use the code FSRROCKS to get your FREE tickets today!
10/26/2021
Are you ready for Halloween? We sure are!
Stop by the FSR table in the UC this Thursday, 10/28 to check out the Halloween Percussion Concert CD and get some free candy! 👻
04/19/2021
How to break a band !
The Woman Who Made van Gogh Neglected by art history for decades, Jo van Gogh-Bonger, the painter’s sister-in-law, is finally being recognized as the force who opened the world’s eyes to his genius.
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1184 W Main Street
Decatur, IL
62522