The Craft and Business of Songwriting

The Craft and Business of Songwriting
Author: John Braheny
Publisher: Writers Digest Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995-04-15
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780898796537

Music is a universal language, and John Braheny speaks it eloquently as he helps prepare us for our big musical break--by teaching us the craft of songwriting and revealing secrets of the music business. Includes anecdotes, exercises, and examples from dozens of songwriters, such as Harry Chapin, Paul McCartney, and many others.

The Business Behind the Song

The Business Behind the Song
Author: Scott Brickell
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2023-04-25
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1637630980

Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a new college grad, or a seasoned professional, Scott Brickell’s The Business Behind the Song is a must-have handbook for helping you navigate the often-confusing, seemingly unapproachable world of the music industry. Drawing on his years of experience as a manager for numerous record-breaking artists and bands, Brickell explains the nitty gritty details of what it takes to be an artist, a manager, a promotor, a booking agent, and much more. He shares industry secrets on the formula to a successful song, and he gives invaluable tips on how to put on a successful show and tour. No matter your goal—whether that’s to be on stage behind a microphone or behind the scenes promoting shows—The Business Behind the Song will help you • Understand the industry before you get started • Learn the insider terminology • Identify the goals you need to set for yourself • Create a clear path for your future career • And start your own journey in the music business You can break into an exciting and fulfilling career in the music industry, and Scott Brickell’s go-to guide will show you how.

Behind the Song

Behind the Song
Author: K.M. Walton
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2017-09-05
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 149263882X

A song to match everyone's heartbeat. A soaring melody, a pulse-pounding beat, a touching lyric: Music takes a moment and makes it a memory. It's a universal language that can capture love, heartbreak, loss, soul searching, and wing spreading—all in the span of a few notes. In Behind the Song, fourteen acclaimed young adult authors and musicians share short stories and personal essays inspired by the songs, the albums, the musicians who move them. So cue up the playlist and crank the volume. This is an anthology you'll want to experience on repeat.

Origins of a Song

Origins of a Song
Author: Jake Grogan
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2018-05-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1604337753

David Bowie, tired of the rock 'n roll Los Angeles lifestyle, picks up and moves to West Berlin. Sixteen-year-old Rod Stewart sneaks into a music festival and has a coming-of-age experience. Paul McCartney dreams of his deceased mother. The rest is music history. For lyricists and listeners alike, Origins of a Song is the inspiring collection of 202 true stories behind the world’s greatest lyrics. Delve into the compelling real-life stories behind the world’s greatest lyrics with Origins of a Song. Featuring profiles of 202 musical masterpieces that span genres and generations, this book explores the inspiration and creative process behind each song. Get glimpses into the inception of these timeless tunes, and learn about the individual creative process for these songwriters and musicians. Origins of a Song will not only leave you with a different perspective on your favorite songs, but it will also have you inspired to start crafting some yourself! Author Jake Grogan is originally from Ellenville, New York, and currently resides in Queens. He has a BA from Fordham University, where he studied journalism. The story behind his favorite song, "Dancing Queen" by ABBA, inspired him to pursue Origins of a Song.

The Billboard Guide to Writing and Producing Songs that Sell

The Billboard Guide to Writing and Producing Songs that Sell
Author: Eric Beall
Publisher: Billboard Books
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2010-05-26
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0307875180

The Billboard Guide to Writing and Producing Songs that Sell unveils the secrets to climbing the charts and reaching success in today’s ultracompetitive music industry. Eric Beall supplies his firsthand knowledge of today’s record business, as well as interviews with successful writers, producers, and executives from the worlds of pop, hip-hop, country, adult contemporary, and R&B. The result: a proven approach to constructing songs that open doors, create careers, and communicate to listeners around the world. Key areas explored include: •How does a song become a hit? •What makes a song a single? •Is there a formula for creating a hit? Fun and practical exercises provide opportunities to hone skills and expose specific talents, helping songwriters combine their unique voices to the demands of the commercial marketplace. Filled with fresh ideas that will spark beginners and veterans alike, this book will lead the way toward the industry’s ultimate challenge: the creation of that chart-topping hit song.

Anatomy of a Song

Anatomy of a Song
Author: Marc Myers
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2016-11-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 161185959X

Songs that sell the most copies become hits, but some of those hits transcend commercial value, touching a generation of listeners and altering the direction of music. In Anatomy of a Song, writer and music historian Marc Myers tells the stories behind fifty rock, pop, R&B, country and reggae hits through intimate interviews with the artists who wrote and recorded them. Mick Jagger, Jimmy Page, the Clash, Smokey Robinson, Grace Slick, Roger Waters, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Rod Stewart, Elvis Costello and many other leading artists reveal the inspirations, struggles and techniques behind their influential works .

This Business of Music

This Business of Music
Author: M. William Krasilovsky
Publisher: Billboard Books
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2007
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0823077233

A complete and up-to-date guide to the music industry covers such topics as record industry trends, copyright law, sources of publishing income, buying and selling of catalogues, agents and managers, and music videos.

Boss Up "The Business Behind The Bars"

Boss Up
Author: Ashley Renee
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2017-03-16
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 136582148X

Boss Up "The Business Behind The Bars" is the official guide for the independent artist. Boss Up focuses on the key elements needed to establish a strong presence on social media, introduce your brand to the world and how to protect your music. This guide is intended to provide the business tools and tips needed to successfully self-manage your music career. Are you ready to Boss Up?