REALM MUSIC GROUP LLC
PEABODY, MA

REALM Music Group LLC is an independent record label and publishing company established in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in 2004, with its current headquarters located in Peabody, MA, just one mile from Boston's Logan International Airport. As a multifaceted music enterprise, Realm offers comprehensive recording studio services including producing, engineering, mixing, and full studio support for artists across all genres. The company aims to produce, promote, and market bands, music recordings, and CD sales through various channels such as distribution, retail, online platforms, digital downloads, media advertising, print promotions, and radio campaigns. MISSION STATEMENT: Realm's mission is to serve independent unsigned recording artists by fostering greater creative independence across all music genres. It commits to delivering top-quality mixing, sound engineering, and marketing strategies to enhance and promote recorded music through extensive distribution networks available in the industry. The label's first artist, Ricky Erik Archer III (stage name "Ricki Erik"), co-founded Realm Music Group LLC in 2004. With nearly two decades of experience touring with bands like Linear and Stevie B— both known for achieving high Billboard rankings — Ricki is a self-taught guitarist and keyboardist, producing his own music alongside managing label affairs. Michelle DeFronzo, co-founder, brings over five years of expertise in studying the music business to Realm. Her background includes nearly a dozen years providing logistic solutions in international transportation and distribution for prominent US companies, giving her strong skills in network development and strategic marketing essential for navigating domestic and global music markets. Virginia Nano manages day-to-day operations as Office Manager, overseeing tasks like CD manufacturing, inventory management, sales services, database maintenance, shipping logistics, and radio tracking for the company's recordings. Her roles are integral to maintaining Realm's operational efficiency. Realm Music Group LLC was incorporated in Florida on June 1, 2004, with its official status noted as reinstated last in April 2023. With its primary focus still on innovative music production and distribution, Realm continues to uphold robust international linkages and expand within the dynamic music industry.