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The new edition of this classic text retains its tradition as the most comprehensive, up-to-date guide to the music industry in the United States. Richly illustrated, the volume includes complete coverage of all aspects of the music business including songwriting, publishing, copyright, production, artist management, promotion and retailing. There is a detailed section on careers in the music industry with specific advice on getting started in the business and directories of professional organizations. ... Read more

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The BIBLE of the Music Industry!
I bought this book about 2 months ago. I am a young entrepreneur who's trying to start a record label. When I went to the bookstore, this book was referred to me. I skimmed through the book for a minute, and could'nt putit down!! There is'nt an area of music or the music business that this bookdoes'nt cover. David Baskerville is a wizard. He gives sample contracts,documents,agreements, etc. in this book to show you what artists,producers, publishers, etc. sign when entering the business. This book hasphotos of major musical events and important people in today andyesterday's music industry. It is the BIBLE of the music industry. Pick itup!! ... Read more

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A comprehensive guide to getting started and succeeding in all facets of the music industry, from songwriting to performing to studio engineering and instrument manufacturing and repair, The Music Business is an indispensable reference for anyone in the music business--or anyone who hopes to be. ... Read more

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Average
The music industry is an area where you must always watch your back as more and more people try to make it big and step on your dreams and goals to fulfill theirs. A decent guide that presents ways in which not to get involved on other people's business and get the best out of the efforts you are making to succeed. The book also presents the majority of scams and deceit plans that lawyer and other people have installed for you. A book with a medium structure and a not so easy to understand context, a good buy for the emerging musician, producer, etc. ... Read more

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This handy guide provides everything you need to know to go pro, including information about personal managers, music attorneys, business managers and booking agents, record companies, AandR, publishing, songwriting, demo tapes and press kits, self-promotion, and much more. A must for all musicians! ... Read more

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pretty good, but dont agree with some things
i got the book in a decent amount of time. price was ok. i dont agree with everything he states in the book mostly about if you have a bandmember with a boyfriend/girlfriend, or husband/wife replace them. i understand what hes saying, but that is a stupid reason to fire a band member. but whatever im just starting the book

Average
Ok, so you're an aspiring musician, you have released a couple of underground albums and you have a steady but small fan base. If you just don't want to stop at semi-recognition then this book is your guide to stardom. Designed and aimed at small time musicians and novices this book is a simple guide to a complex future, a future that will not come unless you're properly informed and prepared with all the latest information. This book provides exactly that information along with some interesting examples of professional careers. ... Read more

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How to Make It in the New Music Business leads both novice and professional musicians into today's digital world, helping them to take complete control over all aspects of their music, from writing and performing to recording and selling.

Motivating readers to live their dreams, author Robert Wolff shows how anyone can set up and run their own music business and become a highly successful businessman or businesswoman; record major label quality music in their home, aided by tips from music professionals; broadcast that music over their own web site and radio station to a potential audience of over 500 million people via the world wide web; and do it without a major record label's support.

Divided into lessons, the book focuses on such key areas of interest as:

* Lesson One: Old School vs. New Reality: The Digital Revolution Levels the Playing Field
* Lesson Two: Radio & Records: Learning How to Play the Game
* Lesson Three: The Illusion of Needing a Record Deal: Courtney Love's Real World Wake-Up Call
* Lesson Four: A View from Both Sides of the Fence: Steve Lukather on What's Right & What's Wrong with the Music Business
* Lesson Five: Building Your A Team: Who You Need and Who You Don't
* Lesson Six: It's All about the Song: Advice & Inspiration from Diane Warren
* Lesson Seven: Developing Your Sound: Advice from Bob Bradshaw
* Lesson Eight: Finding the Best Recording & Creating Platform for You: Using What the Pros Use
* Lesson Nine: Mixing Your Music: Advice from Bob Clearmountain
* Lesson Ten: Mastering Your Music: Advice from Bob Ludwig
* Lesson Eleven: Launching the Business of "You, Inc"; Powerful Business Strategies That You Too Can Use
* Lesson Twelve: Real World New Music Boot Camp: What You Need to Know About Copyrights, Music Publishing, & Licensing
* Lesson Thirteen: Premiering Your Music to Listeners All Over the World: Three Steps to Broadcasting & Selling Your Music to a Global Audience

The book also includes interviews with some major names in the music business, including Grammy-winning guitarist and composer Steve Lukather, Grammy-winning songwriter Diane Warren, guitar/sound system designer Bob Bradshaw, legendary engineer/producer/record mixer Bob Clearmountain, and sound mixer/masterer Bob Ludwig.

How to Make It in the New Music Business is the any person's how-to, offering step-by-step advice to making it in the music business in one's own way, on own's own terms. ... Read more

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A holistic view of the music business
Recently I was looking for a book to learn more about the music business, contracts, marketing, new ways of distribution, etc. I encountered this book and was surprised by the lack of reviews. But nevertheless I decided to get a sample into my kindle and read the first chapter. After that I bought it and kept reading. The book isdivided into 14 different lessons which are organized in a logical manner analogous to the way you go into starting a business, producing and album and selling it. The book covers a lot of material and it iswritten in a very friendly way, easy to understand, but still using a language that professionals are not to going to find silly (if you know what I mean). If you've been doing music for a while, you will find that many of the things you already do. But there are some not very obvious things that are worth the reading of the book. I am sure it will vary depending on the kind of experience you've had. I will say it is a very holistic , and not that superficial, coverage of the music business. It is a fact that music is changing so fast that without doubt many of the things in this book will soon be obsolete, i.e.software programs, websites, etc. So I hope that there is an update at some point in the future. This being said I don't feel the book is dated in any significant way at this point. If you are interested in music and music business you willdefinitely find some sound advice and a lot of inspiration in this book. It opened my mind in many ways.

Good
Old music vs. new, old methods vs. new methods, digital vs. analog, all these "enemies" are presented here in detail coupled with an analysis of cons and pros of every part involved. The book is a bible for those just starting in the music industry, and a revelation for people that have been in the business for a long time. New technologies and methods take over the old school and many people have a hard time adjusting, this title will help all these people get through the transition easy and without problems.

This book was a great overview
of what is needed in order to suceed in todays music industry.Well written and inspiring it is a very enjoyable read for anyone just starting out in the business or veterans who wish to touch up on all aspects of the industry.I enjoyed the inspiring words from Bob Clearmountain and Bob Ludwig.

Good things 5 stars ... Read more

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Coverage includes: Artist and repertoire workers; Audio recording engineers; Music conductors and directors; Music librarians; Music teachers; Music therapists; Music video directors and producers; Music writers and editors; Musicians; and, Singers and songwriters. ... Read more

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Lose the amateur mind-set and think like a pro! With this book you'll learn: essential organizational skills for optimizing your productivity; the importance of a good attitude and self-confidence; how to overcome the fear of rejection (with 8 sure-fire ways to combat it before it happens!); how to create professional promo materials and deal effectively with the media; and more. This is an incredibly valuable reference book for anyone who wants to make a living playing music written by somebody who actually does! ... Read more

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The potential of the MP3 format is incredible. Using digital music, artists can distribute their music without being at the mercy of the traditional record label. It levels the playing field, giving independent musicians the ability to compete with the "big guys." This book explains how.

With the information in this book, bands will find out how to promote their music by releasing tracks on the net. They will learn clever ways to communicate with fans via the Internet, how to set up a Web site and what features the site should offer, and how to add art and lyrics to MP3 files-thereby making these files a more effective marketing tool.

The book covers everything musicians need to know about the MP3 format, from ripping better MP3 files to editing these files. Readers will learn how to shift music from one media to another with ease, and even how to find lyrics and take music lessons on the Internet. ... Read more

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Lovpro21
The sexy solo pop singer Lovpro21 new dance single
(MAKE IT BOUNCE) expresses sexual content and revitting beats that has the ladies bouncing there rumps in every club nationwide.
Lovpro21 follow up single (FEEL SO GOOD)up tempo beat with a harmony sexually charged chorus expresses how he appreciate the sexual and creative ways a woman makes him feel good.
This hit single is sure crowd pleasure.
This disc catches alot of listeners attention because the music is very different to what we are use to hearing today. This disc tremendously stands out from all the rest.

i recently read two books on promoting MP3s -- conclusion
i recently read two books on promoting MP3s and after some consideration, I think this was the lesser of the two, mainly because of the high cost.You basically pay a lot of money for a glossy cover and some nice pictures.You get the same information, and some better examples, in BUZZ YOUR MP3, an electronic book I discovered here at Amazon.I'm not saying this is a bad book -- it is very well written and the tips are fine -- but why pay so much for this book when you can get something else that is just as good in every way for a lot, lot less?Both books are about using MP3s to further your career.Both are well written.But this one just costs too much.Sorry.

A terrific, "user friendly" guide for serious musicians.
John Hedtke and Sandy Bradley's MP3 For Musicians is packed with detailson how a musician might present music on the web, from communicating withfans and deciding how to feature one's music to locating additionalresources on the web and understanding and using basic MP3 resources.Highly recommended: the specific information tailored to musicians isunparalleled.

Priceless
This book is fantastic!Everything you need to know about MP3s, music promotion and doing it the right way. I love it! ... Read more

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Describes the skills, training, and performance required for various jobs related to music, including concert promoter, sound engineer, song writer, musician, and band manager. ... Read more

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Wonderful book
Now Hiring is one of the most informative books I have read about how to break into the music business. Mary Ann Marshall breaks it down so simply; her interviews are interesting, and she seems to really know her stuff. I recommend this to anyone who is considering making music their career and wants some honest background into the business. ... Read more

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Born in Steubenville, Ohio, an area known for steel mills, entertainers & sports stars (Dean Martin, Clark Gable, Robert Urich & John Havliceck are but a few notables), Sam Wellington decided early in life that he would join ranks with his famous predecessors and go for the gold as well...records that is.Sam loved harmony singing and hit the stage his first year in high school with a do-wop group called "THE JETS," who later became THE FABULOUS FOUR GUYS. After winning numerous area talent shows and hearing the sound of ENCORE applause, Sam was hooked. In spite of a stint in the Navy, College, Marriage and a blossoming career in Journalism & Broadcasting, the show-biz bug had imbedded itself in Sam's psyche forever more.In this, his first book, "WHO WANTS TO BE A COUNTRY MUSIC STAR," Sam Wellington offers the DO'S - THE DON'TS & THE MUSTS of launching and maintaining a music career. More specifically, THE RIGHT WAY - THE WRONG WAY & THE NASHVILLE WAY. Meantime, all along the way, this book offers the reader a fun & informative ride up the charts to national prominence while providing plenty of insight into the heart & soul of the Nashville/Country Music Community. ... Read more

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DOES YOUR CAREERS ADVISER THINK POSH SPICE IS AN UPMARKET INDIAN RESTAURANT? THAT FATBOY SLIM IS A WEIGHT-LOSS AID? OR THAT A ROADIE IS AN AUSTRALIAN MOTORWAY? IF SO, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU! Thousands of people want to get into the exciting, infuriating, glamorous and hard-working music industry, but don't know how to go about it. The fully updated classic How to Make it i the Music Business is a genuine insider's guide for anybody who wants to be a rock star, journalist, publicist, band-manager, DJ, A&R person, songwriter or even a vocal coach. Whether you want to headline Wembley or just make sure Justin Timberlake has all the kiwi fruit he needs before a gig, you'll find How to Make it in the Music Business a unique and indispensable guide. Your music industry career starts right here. ... Read more

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Everyone knows the success stories of the music industry — how Michael Jackson’s "Thriller" blew the roof off and how Clive Davis helped orchestrate Santana’s stunning comeback. Million-Dollar Mistakes presents the stories of when people in the music business were dead wrong. The book details some of the most expensive mistakes ever made by artists, as well as by the record executives, managers, and producers who’ve worked with stars such as Michael Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Madonna, Beyoncé, Kurt Cobain, Ricky Martin, Dido, LA Reid, and dozens more. From contract and copyright screw-ups to sheer arrogance and lying, Million-Dollar Mistakes includes tidbits such as the pitfalls of employing a family member, the marketability of suicide, and the industry’s accepted levels of mendacity and thievery. Some of these mistakes are so embarrassing that the people involved would only speak off the record. ... Read more

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Great Eye Opening Read on Pitfalls
Whenever I feel like adding some gas to the tank, I read this book. It does a great job of capturing the dark ugly mess we call the music industry. This is a great book for anyone thinking of joining the industry and provides real life examples of pitfalls that other artists have endured over time.5 stars!

Good
The music industry is a very harsh world that punished and still punishes the weak and the ones that make mistakes. You must keep your head high and your spirit high if you want to have any chance here, a world in which evolution is speeding and the weak are eliminated in a blink of an eye. Moses Avalon's title has good background information coupled with witty explanations and additional breaking information about some of the more recent success stories. A definite buy for people involved in the business or for someone who wants to enter this world.

Million Dollar Achievement!
Another brilliant traipse through the tangles of the music biz.And in this volume we get the added value of "lessons learned"from a wide spectrum of industry reps.

Moses has more know-how in his little finger than a roomful of music business teachers. Read and master his stuff, or die!

-Peter Spellman

Admit It
A great man once told me "The only good mistake is one you learn something from, and you don't learn unless you admit the mistake in the first place." I'm glad to see a book like this that contains first class mistakes and ways to avoid them. No one explains the dirty ways of the music biz like Moses. So get it, read it, highlight it anduse it to avoid the pitfalls and side tracks that are coming your way.

Moses doesn't just Supposes...he Know'ses!
The book is an easy read as it is written very clearly.Any person who aspires to be in the music industry must pick up this book.This is their bible.People say that in order to succeed you got to be in it to win it but once the point if you don't even know how the game is played?Get this book, learn the system and play by your rules! ... Read more

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Covers the various positions available in the field of music, discussing qualifications, training, job opportunities, and technological advances. ... Read more

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Talented people of all levels can find profitable careers in today's cutthroat music industry with the help of this definitive guide. A wide variety of careers in the music business are fully described - from songwriters and producers to solo artists and band members. The skills and training required for each are outlined and tips for targeting the right markets and income sources are given. This new edition covers such timely topics as self-promotion via the internet and protecting oneself from piracy.





• This replaces 1-58115-020-2 ... Read more

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Profiles numerous alternative career choices
Aspiring musicians often fail to realize how many careers exist beyond that of band member or performer: enter this title, which profiles numerous alternative career choices within the music business. From studio musician to working for a record label, Creative Careers in Music outlines all the possibilities. ... Read more

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This updated and expanded edition includes dozens of new and revised entries that reflect changes in music career opportunities and required skills and training. A valuable resource for teachers and their students, college placement offices, and school libraries, and an indispensable guide for those eager to embark on a rewarding career path. ... Read more

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This book by internationally known writer, composer, teacher and lecturer Seymour Bernstein expounds upon topics touched on in his bestseller With Your Own Two Hands (HL50482589). Bernstein teaches readers the truth about performing careers, offering insights and advice on both personal and musical issues. In Part 2, he discusses the importance of music education, covering both "monster" and "angel" teachers, managers and critics. Bernstein believes that everyone has a right to develop whatever talent they have, for self-fulfillment and self-development, if not necessarily for a career. ... Read more

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Excellent!!!
This book is biography, psychological study, and musical commentary all rolled in to one. His biography would be fascinating standing on its own- from his Jewish upbringing in Newark, NJ, to his involvement in the Korean war (and his harrowing stories from that time in his life), wealthy patronesses, famous piano teachers, and the sort.But he also graces us with brilliant observations on music and faith, piano playing, and challenges the system that schools such as Julliard implement.

Mr. Bernstein has written a gem of a book. Though it is not instructional along the lines of "With Your Own Two Hands", I think it offers plenty of inspiration by way of his own life. Those who are studying music as a profession will find it interesting to see how a person managed to have an excellent career and overcome many difficulties. Those who, like I, are considered "Professional Amateurs" will find inspiration and solace in Mr. Bernstein's advice to those who truly love music but wish not to make it a profession.And those curious about how the music world works will be regaled with wonderful, sometimes funny, sometimes shocking, stories about the musician's life.

Not as advertised.
Do not believe the book description!Frankly, I find it very misleading.This book is NOT a sequel to "With your own two hands".It is the personal memoirs of Mr. Bernstein, and poor ones at that.After reading nearly 100 pages, I could not tell why Mr. Bernstein even wrote the book.Mr. Bernstein relates an incident where a well-known writer implies that Mr. Bernstein has not done enough to write his memoirs.I'm afraid that Mr. Bernstein should have followed his friend's advice. ... Read more

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Offers an overview of careers in the field of music, from singing to songwriting to recording. ... Read more

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Incredible Read!! Miss you Cass!!
This is A VERY rare book about one of the greatest singers of our time...the beautiful Cass Elliot! If you have the chance to order this great title, DO SO NOW! You will not be dissapointed! The book pretty much covers everything about Cass' life and career, and then some. I ordered this book along with the more recent "Dream A Little Dream Of Me: The Life Of Cass Elliot" and they both make good companions together. As A big fan of Cass, I find that this book is required to own as well as the other more recent title I mentioned. The Author writes in A way that grips you from the start. Included are many, many, black and white photos, A complete discography, A listing of her many television apperances, and even A copy of the FBI report on her! If you love Cass...do yourself A favor and obtain A copy of this wonderful book before it's long gone! The money you spend will be worth it!

A FASCINATING LOOK INTO CASS ELLIOT'S LIFE!
IF YOU ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO FIND A COPY OF THIS BOOK (EVEN WITH THE AID OF THE INTERNET, IT TOOK ME QUITE AWHILE TO FIND A PRINTING AVAILABLE), IMMEDIATELY PURCHASE IT! I CAN'T PRAISE THIS BOOK ENOUGH. THE AUTHOR MASTERFULLY CAPTURES THE READERS' ATTENTION RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING. IT IS ALSO A GREAT TRIBUTE TO THE LATE CASS ELLIOT. 'MAKE YOUR OWN KIND OF MUSIC' IS FILLED VERY RARE PICTURES, AS WELL AS MANY DETAILS ABOUT HER LIFE AND CAREER THAT YOU WON'T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE BUT IN THIS BOOK. ALSO, AS AN ADDED BONUS, MR. JOHNSON HAS AN ENTIRE DISCOGRAPHY OF THE LATE SINGER'S WORK LOCATED IN THE BACK. A REAL TREAT FOR ANY CASS ELLIOT FAN! ... Read more