I want to start by discussing the Chitlin Circuit and its impact on the release and promotion of rap acts today. The Chitlin Circuits’ influence on pop music has been
PRACTICE According to Ericsson and Pool, authors of “Peak,” in their book they state that individuals with exceptional abilities exist in abundance in our world, but their development can be
An advance is precisely that; an advance payment for future royalties. But the bigger advance that an artist, producer, or musician takes the longer it will likely take to recoup
So you’ve worked your ass off to attract a label, publisher, or production company to want to sign you to a deal and they’ve either presented a full contract or
In the world of music, copyright protection is a crucial aspect that ensures that creators are able to benefit from their intellectual property. One of the earliest pieces of legislation
Tin Pan Alley is a term used to describe the area in New York City where music publishers and songwriters congregated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The
Record producers are responsible for the overall sound of a record. This includes participating or giving input on the mixing, mastering, songwriting, composition, and song structure among other things. Sometimes
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In this set of articles, I’m going to break down the main sections that you’ll find in almost any management contract. I’ll also give some tips that will help you
Before signing any contract it’s important to know your obligations. Too often songwriters, producers, and artists sign deals based upon how much money they will be advanced upon execution or
