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    Jump Into Fame
    Jump Into Fame
    Jump Into Fame
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    Jump Into Fame

    By Sobaca

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    The ultimate guide for breaking into the music industry. You’ve heard the songs, you went to the gigs, you bought the t-shirts and you read the biographies, but now it’s your turn, right? The music industry is seen by many as a direct path to the ultimate party lifestyle of the rich and famous. But there is more to being a successful recording artist than just standing up in front of a crowd and singing, or spending your cash in the glamorous nightspots of London, New York and LA. As an industry that employs thousands of people in producing, marketing, publishing, and promoting musicians, there’s a lot of hard work that goes into making recording artists a success. Take a look inside the world of the music business, see how it works and plot YOUR PATH TO FAME! Break down the barriers by knowing how the business works. Knowledge is power and ‘Jump into Fame’ will help you prepare. In each of these titles you will find advice on the key aspects of the music industry from an artist’s perspective, including song writing, rehearsing and choreography to copyright, royalties and merchandising. This eBook covers a series of topics you will need to understand and address within the music industry. Save yourself a lot of time by preparing professionally and with a clear understanding of what’s involved. Learn what to expect from others and also, importantly, what the music industry expects from you. Beyond the traditional image of sex, drugs and rock n’ roll there is a whole industry generating tens of billions of dollars worldwide, so what does it take to become a part of it? Read advice from professional musicians and choreographers, and get to grips with the basics of the business side of the music industry. Learn about the mysterious rules of music copyright and find out where exactly your riches will come flooding in from with our section on royalties. Get yourself noticed by making your own music video, and protect your assets by retaining ownership of your material, seeking advice from the Musician’s Union on the way. Learn how to put together the professional support team you will need. Many of the decisions you make now will be crucial to your chances of success in the future. With so many pitfalls you need to be aware of how the industry works, what to look out for and how to make yourself stand out from the crowd. If you’re serious about making a career from your talent, then jump in and take the first step on the road to fame!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSobaca Ltd
    Release dateAug 5, 2010
    ISBN9781907290282
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      Jump Into Fame - Sobaca

      Title Page

      JUMP INTO FAME

      A Book By

      Sobaca Limited

      Publisher Information

      Jump Into Fame published in 2010 by

      Sobaca Limited

      5 Fleet Place

      EC4M 7RD

      www.sobaca.com

      Digital Edition converted and distributed by

      Andrews UK Limited

      www.andrewsuk.com

      This book is sold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, resold, hired out or otherwise circulated without the publisher’s prior written consent in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published, and without a similar condition being imposed on the subsequent purchaser.

      Copyright © Sobaca Limited

      Introduction

      You’ve heard the songs, you went to the gigs, you bought the t-shirts and you read the biographies, but now it’s your turn, right? The music industry is seen by many as a direct path to the ultimate party lifestyle of the rich and famous. But there is more to being a successful recording artist than just standing up in front of people and singing, or spending your cash in the glamorous nightspots of London, New York and LA. As an industry that employs thousands of people in producing, marketing, publishing, and promoting musicians, there’s a lot of hard work that goes into making recording artists a success.

      In this guide you will find an overview of the key aspects of the music industry from a musician’s perspective, from songwriting, rehearsing and choreography to copyright, royalties and merchandising. Beyond the traditional image of sex, drugs and rock n’ roll there is a whole industry generating tens of billions of dollars worldwide, so what does it take to become a part of it? Find inspiration in this guide to learn about the art of songwriting, hear some insider advice from professional musicians and choreographers, and get to grips with the basics of the business side of the music industry. Learn about the mysterious rules of music copyright and find out where exactly your riches will come flooding from with the section on royalties. Get yourself noticed by making your own music video, and protect your assets by retaining ownership of your material, seeking advice from the Musician’s Union on the way.

      Chapter 1

      Band or solo artist?

      You’ve seen The X Factor, you’re hungry for fame and fortune, and you love performing, but what can and should you be doing to make your mark on the music industry? One of the first decisions you will make is whether to plump for a solo act or to start a band, although this decision is often made for you. For example, you may be far more comfortable performing with others or you may already know the kind of sound that you want to create, perhaps with a group of friends who share your musical vision. In that case you already know what direction you are going to take but if you are still undecided, think about what you want to achieve and whether that is more likely to happen in a group or as a solo artist. More importantly, think about where your strengths lie. This is a cut-throat industry so if you’re a skilled musician but a less confident singer, consider putting someone else in front of the microphone.

      A truly successful solo artist is typically a confident and talented singer, whose drive and ambition is strong enough to cope with the intense pressure of being in the spotlight. From a business perspective, solo artists who pen their own songs take 100 per cent of the royalties but must also deal with the pressure and responsibility of writing and performing the songs. Very few people make it to the very top in the music industry but being thick-skinned and resilient is a definite advantage to any aspiring recording artist, especially a solo artist. It is also important to remember that the music industry is a business, and whether you are a solo artist or a group, a professional attitude to the business is essential.

      Unless you happen to be born into a ready-made musical family like the Kings of Leon, the Jacksons or the Jonas Brothers, finding like-minded band mates can take some effort. Lots of bands start up in schools and colleges, when friends find musical bonds by liking the same music. U2 started like this, way back in 1976, with some members having virtually no musical talent whatsoever in the beginning. Over thirty years and 145,000,000 record sales later, the band is still going!

      Shops that sell musical instruments are a superb resource for finding musical talent and will often have noticeboards where people post adverts to start bands. If you choose to post an ad, check with the shop owner first and put up a short message describing what you’re looking for. Keep it simple, such as ‘Rock singer seeks band’, and list a few of the artists that influence you, particularly those that you think reflect your own style. Leave your first name, a contact number and possibly an email address where musicians can get in touch. The Internet is also a superb resource, with a number of websites specifically aimed at bringing together like-minded singers and musicians.

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