All You Need to Know about the Music Business: 10th Edition

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All You Need To Know About the Music Business has...become a fixture at college entertainment law departments as well as a must-read for any aspiring music industry execs.” Start with three of the most popular books about the music business, written by authors who all speak from experience and offer a road-map to success, based upon their own unique perspectives.

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The book was first published in 1991. It is now in its tenth edition. Over the years, it has charted the extreme change that the music industry has undergone. From the addition of MTV to the MP3 revolution and now streaming services, the book has updated itself to the point that it’s still very relevant. There are many people in this world who like to keep the knowledge secret and don't wish to share it with others... Because they think that someone will get ahead of them Touted as a must-have, The Plain and Simple Guide to Music Publishing by Randall D Wixen is a great book for learning everything you need to know about music publishing. Artists usually suffer from this mostly due to ignorance. This book will, however, change that. I strongly recommend everyone to read this book, not just once but many times... Best investment in my life And that passion element is really interesting. I work in marketing, so I talk to people all the time about what really makes them unique. “Dude Releases Record” isn’t really press worthy. Of your most successful clients, would you say that most of them had interests and passions outside of music that they also pursued?For more than thirty years, All You Need to Know About the Music Business has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to the music industry. Now in its eleventh edition, Passman leads novices and experts alike through what has been the most profound change in the music business since the days of wax cylinders and piano rolls: streaming.” Bobby Owsinski’s The Music Business Advice Book is exactly what you need. Over the course of five years on his podcast, Owinsiki compiled a list of 150 invaluable tips from 130 industry pros and synthesized them into this book.

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The book contains a lot of interesting chapters including protecting your name and music, sampling legally, avoiding legal issues, and how to collaborate with other musicians. You should look into this one. Conclusion For more than thirty years, All You Need to Know About the Music Business has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to the music industry. Now in its eleventh edition, Passman leads novices and experts alike through what has been the most profound change in the music business since the days of wax cylinders and piano rolls: streaming. For the first time in history, music is no longer monetized by selling something—it’s monetized by how many times a listener streams a song. And also, for the first time, artists can get their music to listeners without a record company gatekeeper, creating a new democracy for music. Thank you so much for taking some time to talk, Don. How did you find your way to the music industry? An understanding of the music business world isn’t the only thing you should be familiar with. You should also take some time to study the legal aspect if you want to run a business smoothly.Herstand started as a musician and eventually founded Ari’s Take, a company that focuses on music business education and helping independent artists. In 2016, he came out with this book and it instantly resonated with a lot of artists. The music business is one of the most competitive industries out there. For decades, the best a good band could hope for was to tour extensively, praying that a talent scout was at one of their shows or somehow got their demo (and actually listened to it) and then signed them to a label deal. But to say times have changed is an understatement, as big as the business itself. This book covers all the bases of building a lifelong career in music – both onstage and off, breaking down the giant industry into easily digestible chunks.

All You Need to Know about the Music Business: 10th Edition

Exactly. And they also don’t care how many times they are told “No,” or how many obstacles are put in front of them; they just keep moving. Donald Passman is one of the most trusted music lawyers in the world. In this easy-to-use manual, he draws upon his unparalleled experience to provide a clear-eyed explanation of how to create, sell, share and protect your music. Being an artist manager is a lucrative and fun job. But the reality is that not everyone can do it. It takes a lot of patience, grit, and skills to succeed in making a name for yourself and your clients. When your book is in its 10th edition and remains the authoritative tome on its subject, you’re probably doing something right." Paul Allen’s Artist Management for the Music Business is a deep exploration of the world of artist management. It presents vital insights into what it means to be a manager with sample plans for career plans to contract sections.Finally, All You Need to Know About the Music Businessisn’t told by a musician at all, but rather a lawyer who’s worked in the business. The book has been consistently updated for over 20 years, and offers both current and timeless advice for anyone looking to make it in this fiercely competitive field. The Realist’s Guide to a Successful Music Careerpairs a successful indie musician, Umphrey McGee’s Joel Cummins, with author Matt DeCoursey. The book pulls no punches when it comes to practical steps to becoming a professional, with testimonials from celebs like Robbie Williams and Huey Lewis. Whether you're a musician or songwriter, an agent or a manager, this is the essential guide to everything you need to know about the music business. Read more Look Inside Details It’s an unprecedented era for artists right now. Home-recording is easier and more accessible than ever, as is interacting with fans from a phone, and building a following from your bedroom studio. If you’re making music and hoping to make it big, definitely add these to your reading list. 1. How To Make It in the New Music Business Herstand walks you through everything here from the ground up, citing his own personal experience, quitting his barista job and diving in fully to be an independent musician. The book explains the importance of things like establishing a constant presence on social media, getting songs placed in film and TV shows, and building a grassroots fanbase. And of course, earning money to keep your career going for the long haul.