There's so many films going on in New York and so many independent filmmakers who need help. There's no concept of how it's done, how it's organized, how it's negotiated. They'll work through it with me, the director, and producer. They'll have the creative input but ultimately, it would have to serve the need of the film. I think that process is something that artists are really intrigued about and every artist I've contacted wants to work in film.
Nothing is free.
The only time that really happens is when you have a very solid relationship with an independent artist. But, if I know Sting and he's my friend, he doesn't own his masters. The other thing is, independent film should be showcasing independent music when they can. I think that's a really wonderful marriage. I always encourage hiring a music supervisor early on in the process, especially if you don't have a lot of money.