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

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And how are you seeing the heritage artists stay alive now that the master bundle of rights are not as valuable as they once were? Where are their businesses headed? There you have it. My top 10 essential readings when it comes to the music business. Of course, there are many more to read, including various articles and online courses. But these, I feel should empower you a lot and come to your aid when you step into the music world.

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

Sure it’s an ocean of artists out there and music listeners don’t pay a lot of money but it’s also easier than ever to record and publish the art form that is music. You can do it sitting from your home for practically free. All three may offer different viewpoints, but one key driver of success they all share: hard work. Talent is necessary, but will only get you so far. The rest relies on focusing your efforts on the right places — like establishing a constant presence on social media — playing frequent shows, and building a strong and loyal fan base from scratch. 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. Thank you so much for taking some time to talk, Don. How did you find your way to the music industry?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.

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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. Donald Passman’s iconic music guidebook was first published in 1991. Nine editions later, this book is still a go-to bible of the business, providing advice for musicians, managers, promoters, and publishers alike.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. You mentioned the digital landscape has experienced the biggest change of all the music industry areas in the past few years. Are there any other major changes about how to make it in the music industry that you outline in the Eighth Edition of All You Need to Know about the Music Business? 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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Donald S. Passman is the author of All You Need To Know About the Music Business and a graduate of the University of Texas and Harvard Law School. He practices law with the Los Angeles firm of Gang, Tyre, Ramer, Brown & Passman and has specialized in the music business for more than forty years. I was also told that Van Halen actually didn’t have a lawyer during their biggest touring years. This allegedly cost them millions of dollars.Start Your Music Business by Audrey Chisholm Esq. is a brilliant, easy-to-read guide for all those in the industry who wish to start a music business. The author is a well-known music attorney who has seen a lot. This book is her way of presenting her knowledge and ultimately helping out new music entrepreneurs. Jeff Goins’s Real Artists Don’t Starve is basically a self-help book for all those wanting to pursue a career in the creative field. It’s great for easing the worries and tensions people feel before they step into or part ways with the industry.