The Music Business Explained in Plain English: What Every Artist and Songwriter Should Know to Avoid Getting Ripped Off!

The title says it all. This revised, updated and expanded edition offers savvy dealmaking techniques, methods to protect musical works, and career-building and money-saving tips for musicians. It is an invaluable primer for artists and songwriters who feel like they are at the mercy of industry pros. Among the topics covered are: agents managers attorneys sending out material record companies distributors the effects of the internet explosion royalty rates recording contracts copyright music publishing contracts creating one s own publishing company trademarks music videos issues between band members touring music for film and television jingles