Are your MP3s up to par?

I have a few useful suggestions for MP3s that you plan on emailing to DJs, labels, etc. First, make sure the quality of your music is the best it can possibly be. If you can afford to get it mastered, by all means, get it mastered. If not, get it mixed as best you can. Secondly, add an image to your MP3. Open the song in iTunes. Right click on it and select Get Info. Select the Artwork tab and upload your photo. When your song is played on an ipod, in iTunes, or Windows Media player, your photo will appear while the song is being played. This helps the listener attach a face to the music. Lastly, make sure the bitrate of the song is at least 192 kbps. All of these suggestions were provided to me first hand by established Atlanta DJs and producers during multiple music conferences that I attended in 2008. Stay tuned for more gems.