Why the Future of the Music Industry is Bright... For YouIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, Russell Rains, a lawyer and Director of the Digital Media Management MBA Program at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX, shares some predictions, opinions and educated guesses about the future of the music business -- and why, if you're brand-new to the industry -- this is the best time in history to have a career in music.
Record Deals and The Future of Music with Don PassmanDon Passman is an entertainment lawyer and author of the essential book, "All You Need to Know About the Music Business." In this clip, Don Passman talks to http://www.artistshousemusic.org about the current state of the music business and where he thinks the business is headed.
Music Business 101 -- Lesson 4: Strategy & EntrepreneurshipIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, George Howard of Loyola University, New Orleans and ArtistsHouse continues his course "Music Business 101" with a discussion of how you, as an artist, can use some common-sense techniques and entrepreneurial strategies to shrink your world, focus your efforts, and get your music heard above the mass of thousands of other artists just like you.
Should You Consider a Career in Music?In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, Roger H. Brown, President of Berklee College of Music, shares his thoughts on whether a career in music is advisable in today's job market, and offers some hints on finding your way into the field if you decide that it's the life for you.
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Why Data Is the Future of the Music BizTopspin Media CEO Ian Rogers gives advice on how to survive in the new music business.
Getting Record Label Attention with Chris BlackwellIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org clip, Chris Blackwell, founder of Island Records, gives his insights on getting your CD into the hands of music industry professionals.
Music Business 101, Lesson 1: "Without This, There is Nothing"In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - George Howard, Professor of Music Business at Loyola University, New Orleans, continues his course "Music Business" 101 with a discussion on two fundamental concepts that you absolutely must understand in order to have any hope of succeeding in the music business -- "The Hedgehog Concept," and an unshakeable conviction that your music, or the music of the artists you are working on behalf of, must be heard.
Income Solutions for Independent and Major Label ArtistsIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Owen Husney, a manager, talks about income streams for artists. He explains that while artists may not receive money from record labels, there are other methods to get paid. Touring and merchandising are major areas. Also, if the artist writes their own songs, they can make publishing monies. The performers can also make record royalties. Husney mentions licensing monies as well, which are from licensing songs for film and television. Also in this segment, Husney discusses the common monetary trap of artists. Many artists overlook the fact that they have to pay the record label back.
The Reality of Artist Development Deals at Major LabelsIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Owen Husney, a manager, talks about today's lack of artist development by the record companies and the importance of a fan base. If bands want quality guidance from a label they need to have already proved themselves independently.
What to Expect in a Recording ContractIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, Maggie Lange, an attorney and Professor of Music Business/Management at Berklee College of Music, describes the major points to be found in a recording contract and what they actually mean for you, the artist, such as: the term of the contract; what your royalty checks will actually contain; and what decisions are taken out of your hands when you sign on the dotted line.
Neil Portnow on Starting a Career in the Music IndustryIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org clip, Neil Portnow, president of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS), gives advice on how to start a career in the music industry. He also discusses the benefits of membership with NARAS.
Moby on Music BusinessListen to the entire interview here.
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Moby and Walter Mossberg,The Wall Street Journal "Personal Technologies" columnist, discuss the ways technology has changed how music is created and how fans acquire and discover music.
Music Business 101- Lesson 2In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - George Howard, Professor of Music Business at Loyola University, New Orleans, continues his course "Music Business" 101 with an extended discussion of the three sides of the "Hedgehog Concept" -- your passions, what you can do better than anyone else, and how you can make money -- and how to turn these three things into a coherent, disciplined strategy for advancing your career in the music industry. He also delves into the second main goal of a music career -- making music that has a lasting effect on the culture you live in, rather than just capitalizing on an of-the-moment trend.
What Does an Artist Manager Do?In this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, artist manager Marc Oswald talks about his job and the "wagon wheel" theory of artist management.
Understanding Copyright Law and Exclusive RightsIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, Maggie Lange, an attorney and Professor of Music Business/Management at Berklee College of Music, explains the five "exclusive rights" that the law grants to a copyright holder, as well as some of the exceptions and additions that apply to music, such as the compulsory mechanical license and minimum statutory rate clauses.
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Starting and Financing an Independent Record LabelIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Syd Butler, founder of French Kiss Records, talks about the various strategies by which he financed his independent record label. He goes into detail about working with the labels first signings, the different income streams labels have available to them, and the importance of saving money for future expenses. He also shares his thoughts on the mutual commitments between the artist and the label that signs them.
Don Passman on: All You Need to Know About the Music BusinessIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Entertainment lawyer and author Don Passman discusses his book All You Need to Know About the Music Business, and offers his thoughts on what artists need to know about business, what they can leave to a team of trusted experts, and the dangers of a rapidly evolving industry.
Music Business 101 -- Lesson 6: Marketing 101In this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - George Howard of Loyola University, New Orleans and ArtistsHouse continues his Music Business 101 series with an introduction to the all-important art of marketing your music to the people who need to hear it. He discusses the concepts of attraction and retention and how they apply to your music, delves into an exploration of Malcolm Gladwell's The Tipping Point and how the concepts explored therein can be reverse-engineered to your advantage, and encourages you to dig into your own values and passions to discover what it is you should be trying to communicate to your growing fan base.
Explaining The 360 Model and why It Wont Save the Music BusinessIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Jay Cooper, a music lawyer based in Los Angeles, explains how several deal structures that have emerged in recent years work: the 360 deal, ad revenue sharing deals, and the strategy of giving away your records and making your money from touring revenue. He also explains why these deals have come about, and how the shift from sole-proprietorships to corporate subsidiaries has changed how record companies do business.
Songwriting Process with Dennis DeYoung of STYXIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org clip, Dennis DeYoung, former songwriter/lead singer for the rock group Styx, talks about his songwriting process and how he finds inspiration.
Getting Distribution for Your Album as an Independent ArtistMike King, a veteran music marketing manager and managing editor of http://www.artistshousemusic.org, discusses some new distribution methods and services that will get your album to consumers without the need for a traditional distribution agreement, which can be nearly impossible for independent artists to secure.
How to write the perfect bioAfter all of the major labels' recoupables, you may make as much money selling 5-8 thousand CDs on your own as you would selling 500,000 with a major.
The Difference between ASCAP and BMIIn this clip from www.artistshousemusic.org - Todd Brabec is the Vice President and Director of Membership for the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP). He talks about the differences between ASCAP and BMI. One of the main differences is the reason each organization was founded. ASCAP is a writer and publisher owned organization dedicated to enforcing the copyright law. BMI is a corporation owned by the broadcasting industry. The two organizations also differ in other ways such as payment formulas. Also in this segment, Brabec stresses the affiliation regulations. Writers have to join one or the other. However, writers are free to switch to the other organization. The significance of a good relationship with foreign societies is covered as well. Brabec also focuses on the importance of having a contact at the performing rights organization (PRO). Also in this segment, he offers some advice. Brabec recommends knowing information such as the PRO's philosophy and if they pay correctly in certain areas.
Two Things That Your Record Deal Absolutely Must HaveIn this http://www.artistshousemusic.org interview, Maggie Lange, an attorney and Professor of Music Business/Management at Berklee College of Music, discusses the two things you must insist that your record deal contain: a release commitment, and a marketing/promotion budget.
