If you're going into the studio, ask yourself these questions:
Are you recording an album or a demo?
An album is a larger collection of songs with a bit of variety. They don't all have to be hits, and they don't all have to be under 3 minutes. A demo is a small collection of specific songs used as a showcase. So....
Who are you pitching your songs to?
A record label? A management company? A production company? An agent? General population? They're all different, and all could be looking for totally different things.
What do you want to do with your songs?
Are you hoping your song will get on the radio? Don't bother if it's over 4 minutes (sorry!). Are you pitching your song for a soundtrack? No problem if it's 4 minutes. Just know your market and your songs.
Are you willing to change or re-write your songs?
If you're making an album for you, don't worry about it. If you're looking to be picked up by someone, be prepared to have to change your songs.
These are questions you need to have answers to long before you step foot into the studio. Do the songs need arranging, and do you need to hire session musicians? Have a clear idea or example of what you're looking for. Be open to suggestions. Sometimes the engineer is going to know what to spend time on and what will be a waste just from experience. It's okay to change your mind halfway through the project. Just don't expect it to be free!
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