Music Industry
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Why Artists Should Never Use a Lawyer Provided By a Record Label
There are instances where the interests of the label and the artist diverge. To protect yourself, you should never allow the label to provide you with an attorney.
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Does Album Sequencing Still Matter In the Streaming Era?
“Some artists have started to think more creatively about how to sequence their albums, knowing that the traditional model of beginning-to-end listening may no longer apply.”
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How to Support a Friend Pursuing a Career In Music
“Sometimes, the best way to support a friend is simply to be there for them.”
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How to Secure a Brand Deal as a Recording Artist
“It’s important for an artist to carefully consider the brand’s values, goals, and target audience.”
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The Role of an Artist Road Manager: 6 Essential Qualifications You Should Have
“You should have a deep understanding of the music industry.”
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Should You Pay an A&R Consultant to Listen to Your Music?
No. But a hiring a consultant can be helpful.
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The First Thing You Should Do After Receiving a $1 Million Advance
Break out the calculator.
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There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Releasing Music
There are multiple blueprints for success. Not all of them work for every artist.
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How to Approach a Meeting with a Record Label A&R
Every conversation with someone in your field is an opportunity to learn.
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When & Why to Hire an Entertainment Attorney
If there’s money at play — and you’re an artist, songwriter, or producer — it‘s time for an entertainment attorney.
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What Do Booking Agents Do?
Live performance is so important that crafting such a strategy requires input from not just a manager, but also a booking agent.
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5 Music Industry Rules to Live By
Artist manager Fee Banks shares his cardinal rules for music industry success.