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  • "10 Actions To Take *NOW* To Triple CD $ales Overnight!  By : Kenny Love
    Musicians learn ten actions that can triple their music sales.
  • 7 Great & Fun Ways To Earn Your Living In The World of Music  By : Duane Shinn
    There are lots of ways to make a living in the music industry, and very few of them have anything to do with getting on stage and performing, or trying to crack the lineup on American Idol.
  • Agents and Managers: What They Are & What to Expect  By : Ty Cohen
    A manager offers a service to you that involves zoning in on your fortes and weak points. They can direct you to the type of instruction you need, depending on your current experience and talent.
  • Alternative Rock Band Soul Asylum Bio  By : Rich Stephenson
    Soul Asylum is an American alternative rock band that formed in Minneapolis , Minnesota in 1983.
  • Are You Ready for a Record Deal?  By : Ty Cohen
    Is it a waste of time to try and get a record deal in the music industry today? Well, that is a question that each independent music artist must answer themselves. But, if you are one of those people who would love a record deal for whatever reason, then read on.
  • Benefits of a Mentor in the Music Industry  By : Ty Cohen
    Mentoring is a connection that is established with a person who is a specialist in their area. The mentor is always more experienced than the mentee. The mentor shares their experiences, and the lessons they have learned.
  • Budgeting Your Independent Label  By : Ty Cohen
    When calculating how to start a record label, you will need a budget. A simple way to break things down is by using categories, Income and Expense. Keep it simple because I am going to gather that most of us aren't accountants. Remember though, these are only your expected costs and profits...
  • Communicate Professionally in the Music Industry  By : Ty Cohen
    If you are looking to get out of the independent music scene and seek a record deal then one of the best assets you can have is to know how to communicate with music contacts.
  • Exploring Demo Deals  By : Ty Cohen
    Demonstrational recording deals are not to be confused with actual recording contracts. These deals are made with either an investor or usually a record label itself. They can be considered a prerequisite to music contracts
  • Five Ways to Market Your Band  By : Ty Cohen
    If you are a musician then you are a business yourself. You are in the business of marketing yourself or figuring out how to promote your CD.
  • Get the Most Out of Goal Setting In Your Music Career  By : Ty Cohen
    As you may know by now, goal setting for your music industry career might be one of the best steps you ever take...
  • Getting Your Independent Music Heard  By : Ty Cohen
    You are absolutely ecstatic because you have written all your songs, produced the music and your CD is complete!!
  • Goal Setting for the Aspiring Musician  By : Ty Cohen
    Goal setting is often a difficult subject because it requires planning and organization. Planning for the future doesn't have to be tedious and stressful.
  • How Do I Get My Demo Heard?  By : Ty Cohen
    Just how do I go about getting my demo heard? This is a famous question among aspiring musicians looking for a recording contract. Honestly, the bigger the label, the lesser your chances become of them listening to the demo you send them.
  • How Musicians Can Use Podcasts to Publicize Their Music  By : Duane Shinn
    Podcasts are excellent ways that you can inexpensively and quickly get your music out there to the public, which is extremely important to your success as a musician.
  • How the Internet Aids Independent Music  By : Ty Cohen
    The World Wide Web has reformed every aspect of the world from social interaction to business to music. A couple of years ago Indie bands played in garages, family functions, and cafes.
  • How To Market Your Music Online  By : Kevin Sinclair
    As a musician you know that marketing your work is extremely important if you want people to purchase your work. One particularly good way of marketing your music is through the Internet, though many musicians are left confused as to where they should start.
  • How to Record Your First Demo CD  By : Kevin Sinclair
    Recording a first demo CD is a big step in the direction of being a professional musician. It is not every day that an artist steps up and decides to present themselves professionally to the world, which in effect is what a demo CD really is.
  • How to Structure Your Song  By : Ty Cohen
    As a beginner writer, you are probably wondering how to write a hit song. Luckily, you don't have to be an extremely experienced music composer to be a good song writer.
  • Identifying Which Music Industry Avenue is for You!  By : Ty Cohen
    So, now you are an independent music act with top quality unique demos, a thread of media clips, an extremely presentable demo kit and an ever-growing fan-base.
  • Improve Your CD Promotion  By : Ty Cohen
    While working on how to promote your CD in the best way possible you may need to keep the following things in mind. Keep an eye out for any types of new music promotional ideas because they are great musician resources.
  • In the Music Industry: It's Not What You Know...  By : Ty Cohen
    How many times have you heard the old cliche, "It's not what you know, it's who you know?" Well, I know I have heard it a thousand times.
  • Independent Labels of All Shapes and Sizes  By : Ty Cohen
    While exploring how to start an Independent record label, you will find that they appear in all shapes and sizes. Depending on who you are and what your expectations may be, you can decide how large or small your label is. Deciding how to start and run an independent label is totally up to you and that is the beautiful thing about owning your own label.
  • Independent Music Marketing Without Selling Out  By : Ty Cohen
    Is it true that in the world of independent music that marketing is considered a sell-out? Well, whether that is a stereotype or completely true, it does not matter because it is not a sell-out, at all!
  • Indepenedent Artists and Radio Stations  By : Ty Cohen
    You have finished planning and recording now you want to know how to promote your CD to radio. No problem, you have come to the write place for some ideas. Promoting your CD to radio may take a little time and will take lots of organization so get ready.
  • Indie Profits: It's No Secret  By : Ty Cohen
    It is no secret...As an Indie Label, your artists will see more profit per record sold than they would if they had a deal with a major label. This means your business' Return of Investment is greater than major record labels'. This is awesome to know if were thinking about how to start and run an independent record label.
  • Know the Industry  By : Ty Cohen
    Some artists and musicians are dying for recording contracts but do they really know how the music industry works? Before signing any music contracts, you need to educate yourself on the industry itself.
  • Learning the Business Side of the Music Business  By : Jaci Rae
    If you don't learn the business side of the music business, you might end up bankrupt. Paying attention the bottom line is essential if you want to succeed.
  • Lucky You! The Music Biz Has Changed  By : Ty Cohen
    It will never be the same, the ball is now in the court of the artist instead of the major record label. It used to be that huge record labels controlled the music industry but today, that is not so.
  • Making Music Contacts to Further Your Career  By : Ty Cohen
    I cannot stress how immensely important it is to make music contacts in this fast-paced music industry. Whether a record deal is your goal or independent music is more your gig, you still need to meet and network with as many people as possible.
  • Music Contracts & Royalties Defined  By : Ty Cohen
    Artists often wonder how their royalties are going to be computed when they sign music contracts. This is truly an important question because basically determines how much money is going to end up in their pockets.
  • Music Contracts and Clauses  By : Ty Cohen
    There is no perfect music contract for every single situation. First and foremost, it is important that you have a wide variety of music contracts to choose from and that you and all parties involved understand the content within each specific music contract.
  • Music Contracts for Managers  By : Ty Cohen
    If you are in the music industry, then you have probably considered hiring a good music manager.
  • Music Contracts: Business is Business  By : Ty Cohen
    Business is business and that really is that bottom line. This applies to all businesses especially those that involve the music industry
  • Music Offers One of the Most Exciting Careers  By : Alex1
    The contemporary music industry is an exciting career choice with a huge and ever-expanding variety of options. There are many types of schools and programs that can prepare you for career paths both on stage and behind the scenes. Read on to find out more about music careers and education...
  • Musicians and Mailing Lists - "Real Business" Tips for Rockstars  By : Aaron Trubic
    In all of this talk about freeing musical restrictions and the evil record biz, sometimes we forget that we are actually IN this business of music. With that said, always be on the lookout for nuggets of wisdom from the rest of the biz world to help build your enterprise.
  • Musicians: Building your Fan Base  By : Lathum
    Building a fan base is an important step for any band interested in elevating their recording and performing career. With attention and planning, even a modest following can become a powerful tool to support an artist's work and expand their popularity.
  • Musicians: Overcoming Stage Fright  By : Lathum
    Many artists have become acquainted with the paralyzing cold-sweat sensations that shake limbs and turn stomaches into spin cycles when performing before an audience. While natural composure relieves a few fortunate artists from these stage fright symptoms, there are simple steps the rest of us can take to combat the trepidation.
  • Press Releases for Promotion  By : Ty Cohen
    Sometimes, when you are dealing with independent music, you are going to have to do a little self-promotion. Have you ever thought of writing a press release?
  • Recording at Home Using a Computer or Hard Disc Recorder  By : Paul Warren
    A brief look at the basics you need to get your home recording set-up under way;
  • Recording Contracts and Your Rights  By : Ty Cohen
    Your rights when it relates to recording contracts and the ones you are giving up are important to understand for any newly signed artist. This will be identified as your "Grant of Rights" clause in your new music contract.
  • Recording Contracts Can Be Confusing  By : Ty Cohen
    Over the next few minutes, we are going to review three important areas that you might find covered in recording contracts. Recording contracts can be quite overwhelming, especially if you have had no experience with them. You will find that they are lengthy and extremely detailed. They cover many areas and these are just to name a few, the word record, term and option.
  • Royalty Free Music - Licensing & Copyright  By : Gilles Arbour
    If you want to use music for your website, in multimedia or traditional media productions you need to know about music licensing. Website designers, video makers, TV show producers and all other creative artists are constantly looking for music for their productions.
  • Self-Promotion for Recording Contracts  By : Ty Cohen
    Is it truly harder to get a recording contract than ever before? Maybe it is because the music biz seems more about the business side rather than the music side these days.
  • Set Up Your Own Recording Studio  By : Kevin Sinclair
    If you want to get the right sound on your CD, it will take more that just having the right equipment to set up your own recording studio. In order to ensure everything is in the right area, you must consider the ways in which you space your things out as well as how you can work with then while in your recording studio.
  • Songwriters: Collaborate for Success  By : Lathum
    While there is no shortage of successful songwriters who prefer to work alone, the caliber of music that's been created by collaboration suggests that two heads are better than one when it comes to songwriting.
  • Songwriters: Important Copyright Information  By : Lathum
    Many songwriters hesitate before sharing their creative property for fear of other artists stealing their original ideas. This is where a copyright comes in.
  • Ten Tips To Help You Produce A Better Song  By : Kevin Sinclair
    Although recording has afforded us the luxury of new wonders and expectations being met within the music scene, old style needs should be in place to give your songs that extra significance and listed below are some tips to help you perfect your arrangement prior to the start of recording.
  • The Business Side of the Music Biz  By : Ty Cohen
    What do you know really know about the business side of music? The music industry is not just glitz and glamour for the successful.
  • The Independent Record Label Dream  By : Ty Cohen
    Owning your very own record label is a dream that will become a reality for many. Anyone can do this! From the artist who just wants their music heard, to the manager, promoter or producer who is sure they have found the "next big thing." Maybe you are sick of trying to secure another release with some other label. So, why not make your own label a brand in itself
  • The Key to Rockstar Riches isn't the Music or the Look  By : Michael Gulbin
    Becoming a famous rockstar isn't just about luck.
  • The Timeline of Your Own Record Label  By : Ty Cohen
    If you are trying to learn how to start and run your own record label then you have come to the right place. Positioning your record label, along with producing and selling your first records will take time. But how quickly things progress along will depend...
  • Three Basics for Success in the Music Industry  By : Ty Cohen
    The music industry is full of talent that may never find success. It is unfortunate that it may take years to get a record deal, even if you're awesome! And in the independent music world, it still takes hard work to succeed, even with the increased amount of opportunities for this group.
  • Tips On Buying Used Music Gear  By : Victor Epand
    This article talks about the advantages and disadvantages of buying used music gear. This can be very helpful for the aspiring musician if they need to buy equipment.
  • Top Eight Tips for Indie Artists  By : Ty Cohen
    Over the next few minutes, I am going to go over some music promotional ideas, offer advice on selecting musician resources and show you how to promote your CD without emptying out your wallet.
  • What Do Musicians And Businesses Have In Common?  By : Fred Hueston
    This article will show you how your band or music can be promoted and marketed just like any other business
  • What Does A&R Really Want?  By : Ty Cohen
    So, you are looking for a killer music contract but you can't seem to figure out what A&R Reps really want.
  • Who Can Start an Independent Label?  By : Ty Cohen
    Are you a struggling artist who just wants their music to be heard or are you someone who is frustrated with the major labels and everything that comes along with them? It doesn't matter who you are or what you have accomplished, anyone who has the desire can learn how to start an independent label.

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