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So you want to be a rock star. Or the next pop sensation. Or a country music artist. Or perhaps you’re more intrigued by vital roles behind the scenes. The Realist’s Guide to a Successful Music Career reveals all the ins and outs of building a viable career in today’s ever-changing music business. With blunt honesty paired with expert insight and encouragement, this empathetic guide covers everything from building your brand and expanding outreach, to finding and playing gigs and smart touring, to critical marketing and developing your sound.

Digitally Independent is a step-by-step guide to success for independent music artists. It discusses in detail about how independent artists can start from the beginning. In order to start their realization of being their own business. The book is written by Melissa B. an independent singer/songwriter and network engineer, who has successfully structured a independent label. In addition to her music career, Melissa B. is extremely passionate about supporting young women interested in engineering and technology.

“Don’t bore us, get to the chorus” is Bill Sullivan’s motto, which will come as no surprise to anyone who opens Lemon Jail. A raucous tour diary of rock ’n’ roll in the 1980s, Sullivan’s book puts us in the van with the Replacements in the early years. Barreling down the highway to the next show through quiet nights and hightailing it out of scandalized college towns, Sullivan - the young and reckless roadie - is in the middle of the joy and chaos, trying to get the band on stage and the crowd off it and knowing when to jump in and cover Alice Cooper.

I will show you five passive-income sources and three active-income sources as an independent DIY musician. I will highlight passive- and active-income streams for independent musicians and recording artists. These are the way you can maximize your income and take advantage of the ways you can make money even if you weren't aware of it.

This is a guide for the music business and solid musicianship in general. This is for the working musician who may play on the weekends for a hobby but aspires to do more.

Author Adam Cruz takes you on a fast-paced journey through the complicated world of streaming music. In his distinctive narrative style, he details the effects that manual interplay have had on royalties and chronicles the diminishing value of music, the rise of streaming services, and the changing attitudes of music lovers. Cruz also shares tips and tales from his days of running a widely popular NYC disco label at the turn of the millennium.

Dre Baldwin shares content marketing ideas for a music band.

Many bands form quickly, jam out a few tunes, write a song or two, and wish to immediately hit the stage. This guide will help new bands develop a plan to network, form an online presence, and get their songs presentable. Do not hit the stage (if you're a new band) until you listen to this short audiobook.

This book chronicles the rise of the internet’s most recent flash in the pan celebrity, Lil Tay. Though she temporarily vanished from the internet on June 4, 2018, she still boasts more than 2.5 million followers on Instagram, and each of her YouTube videos had millions of views despite the fact that her first videos only appeared in December of 2017. Very little is known about her personal life, and much of what is known has the potential to be fact as well as fiction.

The Entrepreneurial Muse explores principles of entrepreneurship in a classical music setting, inspiring students, emerging professionals, and educators alike to gain the broader perspective and strategic understanding required to negotiate the complex and ever-changing landscape of a professional music career. Listeners will acquire strategic and observational tools designed to expand their view of possible career paths in classical music, stimulate creative thinking about how their unique skills can find value in the 21st-century marketplace, and realize their professional goals.

No matter where you are in your career - from unemployed beginner to seasoned professional - this guide will help you find the best jobs in the music or entertainment industry right now. Quit your job, become educated, and make money in the music business today.

Do you struggle with auditions? Have you ever been frustrated by your audition results? Do you feel like something is holding back your audition preparation? Then this book is for you!

Are you playing your first green-field music festival or outdoor show soon? Not quite sure how it all works on the other side of the 'Artists Only' sign? Don't worry; help is at hand. In this mini-guide, concert tour manager & live sound engineer Andy Reynolds gives you his tips on making the most of your first festival slot. Andy has toured with bands and singers for more than 25 years, and works on loads of open-air, green-field, type festivals, such as Glastonbury, Roskilde, Coachella, and Bonaroo each summer.

Sound advice from a published songwriter and an experienced singer/musician who once worked for London Records. Twenty-seven songwriting contracts! Some are these the author has used in his past as well as new contracts that he has revised and added additional material to. Unique and informative for the songwriter seeking advice on the music business and what he or she needs to be aware of when signing music business deals. A great reference guide!

Che cos'è esattamente un promoter discografico? È un amico, un confidente, un "motivatore" e a volte anche uno psicologo: insomma, chi conosce gli artisti meglio di chiunque altro. L'autore, manager e promoter da anni sulla scena musicale italiana, ci racconta cinquanta aneddoti inediti, curiosi e spesso divertenti su cantanti famosi incontrati nel corso della sua carriera. Abitudini, piccole manie, scheletri nell'armadio.

Jana Pochop compiles years of experience as an artist, a booking agent, a tour manager, a venue booker, and a social media fiend to share some of her best practices for independent artists of all levels. Topics include web presence, social media strategy, crowdfunding strategy, fan base growth, touring tips, booking strategy, and some personal stories from Jana's seven years on the road.

If you're an independent musician who wants to know how take your band on an up-and-coming tour, and not come home broke we might add, then this guide is for you. It is so simple to just do it yourself, promoting your band along the way. And with useful tips for how to travel on a budget, you will soon be a successful touring artist.

This audiobook covers how to make money with your music in publishing, TV, film, and other media; the seven most-common types of music publishing deals the music producer, recording artist, or song writer may encounter; and key terms you need to know. This book will help you navigate some of the challenges you may face as a music recording industry professional.

I programmi audio di Area51 sono un nuovo modo per avanzare nella tua crescita personale e mettere subito in pratica ciò che ascolti. Sono dei veri e propri seminari live che puoi ascoltare quando desideri, per restare sempre in connessione con i contenuti del programma e riconnetterti a essi in qualunque momento tu voglia.

Paradoxe entre l’abondance pour le consommateur et ses choix de plus en plus restreints ; mépris  de la propriété intellectuelle, donc incapacité  d’assurer un revenu décent aux créateurs ; modèle  d’affaires ne servant que les monopoles (70 % à  85 % des revenus publicitaires engrangés par  Google, YouTube, Facebook, Netflix… ) ; "indifférence" politico­juridique, car les gouvernements  ne semblent pas vouloir remédier à cette situation.

Since 2001, the US Department of State has been sending hip hop artists abroad to perform and teach as goodwill ambassadors. There are good reasons for this: Hip hop is known and loved across the globe, acknowledged and appreciated as a product of American culture. Hip hop has from its beginning been a means of creating community through artistic collaboration, fostering what hip hop artists call building.

In today's competitive marketplace, a great team is essential for any artist who wants to lead a long-lasting and lucrative career. Not only does such a team help an artist to develop their skills, but they can assist with building their brand and reaching new audiences, too.

Studies show that today, the line between being a musician, a businessperson, and a salesperson have become largely blurred. Not only is this a risk for you if you’re trying to succeed in this business, but it also creates an empowering opportunity for you to master the industry. Are you ready to learn how?

This guide won’t take you from zero to 10,000 dollars overnight. Instead, it will show you the first steps to building a business that has the potential to scale toward a six-figure income. I will pull back the curtains behind my business. I’m sharing the mind-set, the tools, the proven strategies, and the knowledge that I’ve obtained over the years that I’ve been selling beats online.

Being a successful musician takes more than playing well. This audiobook helps musicians of all styles and levels manage the business side of their career. Megadeth bassist David Ellefson draws on 20 years of recording and touring experience to share his knowledge of how the music industry works - from the musician's perspective. Explores the key areas of management, recording, promotion, touring, and career image.

Immerse yourself in a symphony of positivity as this book weaves together a tapestry of affirmations designed to nurture confidence, ignite creativity, and foster a mindset of success. With chapters dedicated to various facets of a musician's life, from skill cultivation to collaboration, mental well-being to gratitude, this book is a heartfelt companion for those who seek inspiration and empowerment in the pursuit of musical excellence.

"Rock the Party!" ist ein praxisorientiertes Handbuch für angehende und erfahrene Event DJs. Das Buch wurde ursprünglich unter dem Titel "Der Allround DJ" veröffentlicht und ist nun in einer aktualisierten und erweiterten Version erhältlich. Mit einer Fülle an wertvollen Tipps und Tricks vermittelt es fundierte Kenntnisse für ein erfolgreiches Event-Entertainment. Von der Planung und Vorbereitung bis hin zur Umsetzung der Veranstaltung, bietet das Buch umfassende Anleitungen für die richtige Songauswahl, den Einsatz von Equipment uvm.

Dear actor or writer or creative in Los Angeles: You moved to LA with talent, willingness to work hard, and determination to be successful—no matter how hard it got. But is pain and suffering the price of success in the entertainment industry? Or is there a better way? How to thrive in LA while hustling in Hollywood shares invaluable wisdom gleaned from hundreds of successful Hollywood creatives about how to make it as a professional working creative in Hollywood while living a life you love. It can be done!

Childhood piano lessons are more than just learning to play an instrument. They foster discipline, creativity, and problem-solving skills that benefit children in all areas of life. This book will show you how piano lessons can unlock your child's potential and set them up for success in music and beyond.

Das erste Sach-Hörbuch mit konkreten Tipps, Erklärungen. Musik Millionär – Reich durch Musik ist das erste Hörbuch mit konkreten Tipps, Erklärungen und Anweisungen, wie man es im Musikgeschäft zu Reichtum, Anerkennung und Erfolg bringt. Dein Masterplan zum Erfolg im Musikbusiness Konkrete Verhaltensregeln für eine erfolgreiche Karriere werden vorgegeben, mögliche Risiken und Fallstricke aufgezeigt und Vermeidungsstrategien veranschaulicht. Der im Hörbuch beschriebene Masterplan ermöglicht es dem Hörern, erfolgreich Millionen im Musikgeschäft zu verdienen.

PARTY BOYS is the amazing true story of how a family from a small farm town in Canada built an entertainment empire in New York City where more than 40 million people danced, laughed, and had the time of their lives.

"Hired Musician" is a co-authored work about how to make a living as a musician. Mat Maxwell and Seth Costner have distilled their years of experience into a comprehensive guide that's as informative as it is engaging. Raw, real, and written for aspiring and established musicians alike, "Hired Musician" is your roadmap to getting and keeping gigs.

Sync music is vastly different from what is on the radio and that is the challenge. I won't reveal any secret techniques with this book. I just want the next Sync Agent or Music Supervisor to not have to stop what they are doing to explain the differences. This is just for those in need of being spoon-fed on this topic. Hopefully, this book will fill that enormous need...

This audiobook gives all of the tricks that I have used to gain millions of streams from my indie music. The book tells you how to leverage today's technology to gain global growth with your music. It is a fun listen with an array of tips and tricks to help grow your music online in 2024 and beyond.

But like any art industry, there’s competition, dos and don’ts, and tricks of the trade that no one likes to tell. Achieving that music dream seems out of reach, and the overwhelming reality of building your music career can sap the joy out of your beloved passion.

For 25 years, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has defined Cleveland’s image as the “Rock and Roll Capital of the World.” But while the Rock Hall has become an iconic landmark for the city of Cleveland and for fans of rock and roll around the world, it was just one missed phone call away from never being built in Cleveland. If the prominent singer and actress Lesley Gore hadn’t contacted radio personality Norm N. Nite in August 1983, the Hall of Fame would not be in Cleveland—period.

From Words to Music: How to Write Great Songs That Stick with Your Audience is a comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of creating and promoting music. The book is divided into three main sections: songwriting, performance skills, and navigating the business of music.

Are you ready to take your music career to the next level? Say goodbye to struggling in obscurity and hello to making waves in the music industry with "The Do-It-Yourself Music Promotion Guide - Promote new music in 10 easy steps"! In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover the insider secrets and proven strategies to effectively promote your music and build a loyal fanbase. Whether you're an aspiring artist looking to break into the scene or a seasoned musician seeking to expand your reach, this book has got you covered.