Anything for a Hit

Anything for a Hit
Author: Dorothy Carvello
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0912777931

Dorothy Carvello knows all about the music biz. She was the first female A&R executive at Atlantic Records, and one of the few in the room at RCA and Columbia. But before that, she was secretary to Ahmet Ertegun, Atlantic's infamous president, who signed acts like Aretha Franklin and Led Zeppelin, negotiated distribution deals with Mick Jagger, and added Neil Young to Crosby, Stills & Nash. The stories she tells about the kingmakers of the music biz are outrageous, but it is her sinuous friendship with Ahmet that frames her narrative. He was notoriously abusive, sexually harassing Dorothy on a daily basis. Carvello reveals here how she flipped the script and showed Ertegun and every other man who tried to control her that a woman can be just as willing to do what it takes to get a hit. Never-before-heard stories about artists like Michael Jackson, Madonna, Steven Tyler, Bon Jovi, INXS, Marc Anthony, and many more make this book a must-read for anyone looking for the real stories on what it takes for a woman to make it in a male-dominated industry.

The Business of Music Management

The Business of Music Management
Author: Tom Stein
Publisher: Business Expert Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2021-03-25
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1953349676

Readers will gain vital and accurate knowledge about the music business, how musicians get paid, the legal framework for business, and will learn to recognize and leverage opportunities through overcoming the inevitable obstacles to success in a rapidly-changing industry. The author offers valuable insights into the niche readers might fill with their career, and discover their unique path to success. Readers will come away with a greater understanding of the scope and demands of the music and entertainment industry.

How to Survive and Succeed in the Music Industry

How to Survive and Succeed in the Music Industry
Author: Teri Saccone
Publisher: Straightforward co Ltd
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781903909256

The first book to combine the various strands of a very complex business milieu and introduce the reader both to how the industry itself operates as well as the overall business environment that underpinds the industry. This will be an invaluable resource to budding musicians who are attempting to obtain a foothold in the music business.

Surviving The Game: How To Succeed In The Music Business

Surviving The Game: How To Succeed In The Music Business
Author: Sahpreem A. King
Publisher: WOT Digital Press | A Wealth of Thought Publishing Company
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2012-05-06
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0983757720

Multi-platinum music producer and author of Gotta Get Signed How To Become A Hip Hop Producer, Sahpreem A. King is back with his long awaited follow up, Surviving The Game How To Succeed In The Music Business. In this book, Sahpreem takes music business newcomers by the hand and teaches them how to succeed in the music business the do-it-yourself way. In addition, Sahpreem talks about music publishing, marketing and promotion, starting an online record label, the power of social media, and making money from your music without being signed to a record deal. Music is a business. That’s what this book is all about. For a whole host of justifiable reasons, there have been numerous other books that have been published about the “talent side” of the music industry. What distinguishes this book is the author’s firsthand experience in the industry from both the talent side and the business side. Artists from all genres of music, managers, producers, A&R directors, entertainment lawyers, PR consultants, label executives, and the public at large will benefit immeasurably from reading and studying King’s advice and good counsel. Sahpreem King’s practical approach on how to get into the music business, and how to do well as a result of your passion for the art form and your willingness to grind and work hard every day, is informed by his years of experience, first as a DJ and recording artist, and then as a successful producer. The book is more than an industry insider’s view. Sahpreem tells you what to do and what not to do, from imparting to you his basic knowledge about music to the deeper wisdom that he has acquired over the last twenty years.

The Music Producer’s Survival Guide

The Music Producer’s Survival Guide
Author: Brian M. Jackson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 686
Release: 2018-03-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1315519755

A music-career book like no other, The Music Producer’s Survival Guide offers a wide-ranging, exploratory, yet refreshing down-to-earth take on living the life of the independent electronic music producer. If you are an intellectually curious musician/producer eager to make your mark in today’s technologically advanced music business, you’re in for a treat. This new edition includes industry and technological updates, additional interviews, and tips about personal finances, income, and budgets. In this friendly, philosophical take on the art and science of music production, veteran producer, engineer, and teacher Brian Jackson shares clear, practical advice about shaping your own career in today’s computer-centric "home-studio" music world. You’ll cover music technology, philosophy of music production, career planning, networking, craft and creativity, the DIY ethos, lifestyle considerations, and much more. Brian’s thoughtful approach will teach you to integrate your creative passion, your lifestyle, and your technical know-how. The Music Producer’s Survival Guide is the first music-production book to consider the influence of complexity studies and chaos theory on music-making and career development. It focuses on practicality while traversing a wide spectrum of topics, including essential creative process techniques, the TR-808, the proliferation of presets, the butterfly effect, granular synthesis, harmonic ratios, altered states, fractal patterns, the dynamics of genre evolution, and much more. Carving out your niche in music today is an invigorating challenge that will test all your skills and capacities. Learn to survive—and thrive—as a creative-technical professional in today’s music business, with the help of Brian Jackson and The Music Producer’s Survival Guide!

Making Music in Looking Glass Land

Making Music in Looking Glass Land
Author: Ellen Highstein
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 1991
Genre: Education
ISBN:

THE CLASSICAL PERFORMER is a unique, straight-forward account of how emerging artists can develop & maintain careers in the classical music field. Through specific examples, supported by comprehensive resource sections following each chapter, this book explores issues rarely covered in the traditional music curriculum, including networking, public relations, management & self-management & stage techniques. Copies are available from CAG Publications, 850 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10019.

Surviving the Music Business

Surviving the Music Business
Author: Terrance Wilburn
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-09-11
Genre: Music
ISBN:

SURVIVING THE MUSIC BUSINESS: The Break Free Secret Blueprint to Take Back Control, Skyrocket Your Music Career, Outsmart the Industry, and Build Your Dream Success Are you a musician, producer, or creative professional struggling to break through the barriers and find lasting success in the music industry? Look no further than this hard-hitting, no-nonsense guide, authored by a seasoned industry insider with a proven track record of guiding artists to extraordinary achievements. "SURVIVING THE MUSIC BUSINESS" is your tactical, step-by-step blueprint for navigating the complexities of the modern music landscape and carving out an empowered, sustainable career on your own terms. Packed with actionable strategies, invaluable insider secrets, and straight-talking advice, this essential resource will empower you to: - Negotiate Ironclad Deals: Master the art of contract negotiation to secure the most favorable terms and maximize your earning potential, whether you're an emerging act or an established pro. - Harness the Power of Digital Marketing: Leverage the latest social media, streaming, and online promotional tools to cultivate a passionate, engaged fanbase and reach new heights of success in the digital age. - Build an Unstoppable Support Network: Forge lasting connections with industry movers and shakers - from renowned producers and marketing gurus to seasoned managers and experienced educators - who can open doors and accelerate your career ascent. - Develop an Unbreakable Entrepreneurial Mindset: Adopt the habits, principles, and success strategies of the music industry's most resilient, innovative achievers, so you can overcome any obstacle and turn your wildest creative dreams into reality. Whether you're an ambitious up-and-comer or a seasoned veteran, this transformative playbook will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take back control of your career, outsmart the industry, and build the music success you've always envisioned. Authored by a true industry insider, "SURVIVING THE MUSIC BUSINESS" is an indispensable resource for any aspiring or experienced professional seeking to thrive in the ever-evolving world of music. "The Musician's Playbook" series Book 1: SURVIVING THE MUSIC BUSINESS: The Break Free Secret Blueprint to Take Back Control, Skyrocket Your Music Career, Outsmart the Industry, and Build Your Dream Success Book 2: 12 Producer Secrets: The DIY Guide to Music Production and Home Studios Book 3: The 48 Laws of Music Marketing: Proven Strategies to Grow Your Fanbase, Increase Streams, and Maximize Your Music Career

The Anatomy of a Record Company

The Anatomy of a Record Company
Author: Logan H. Westbrooks
Publisher: Ascent Book Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780692851524

This revised second edition provides a historical perspective of the music industry before the era of the Internet and the major disruption in the business aspect of music. Originally published in 1981, "The Anatomy of a Record Company", was written as a textbook for a class taught by Logan Westbrooks at California State University, Los Angeles. It was one of the first books of its kind written about the music industry, and it became a collectors item. Also included is The Harvard Report that was commissioned by Columbia Records Group (CBS Records) in 1972.

Confessions of a Record Producer

Confessions of a Record Producer
Author: Moses Avalon
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2006
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780879308742

Provides an exposâe on the record industry, discussing how musicians and producers can protect their rights, and includes information on how producers dip into budgets, artists steal songs, and lawyers write contracts in code.

Small Business Survival Book

Small Business Survival Book
Author: Barbara Weltman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2006-05-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0471793965

Owning a small business can be a fulfilling and financially rewarding experience, but to be successful, you must know what to do before starting a business; what to do while the business is up and running; and, most importantly, what to do when the business runs into trouble. With a combined fifty years of small business experience between them, authors Barbara Weltman and Jerry Silberman know what it takes to make it in this competitive environment, and in Small Business Survival Book, they show you how. In a clear and concise voice, Weltman and Silberman reveal twelve surefire ways to help your small business survive and thrive in today's market. With this book as your guide, you'll discover how to: * Delegate effectively * Monitor cash flow * Extend credit and stay on top of collections * Build and maintain credit and restructure your debt * Meet your tax obligations * Grow your business with successful marketing strategies * Use legal protections * Plan for catastrophe and disaster recovery Whether you're considering starting a new business or looking to improve your current venture, Small Business Survival Book has what you need to succeed.