Still not quite sure what to make of it. I got a reply with a sample contract attached.

It's in MSword format here...
http://s93744050.onlinehome.us/RecordingContract.doc

I'm gonna spend a few days picking it apart in detail & see how it goes. I'm a little concerned about the way he avoided directly answering some of my questions... almost like a pre-written script...and I don't like the obvious name dropping of a 'famous' movie.
But hey, it doesn't cost anything to ask questions. Figure it this way... if they're legit, they won't mind me being cautious and grilling them on their business. ie, they won't mind me 'considering' their offer for a few weeks or more and contacting an entertainment lawyer. If they're shady they'll either get impatient and stop writing or get pissed off and move on to the next mark.