AUTHENTICITY The music industry is filled with a plethora of artists who come from diverse backgrounds and have unique styles. In this competitive environment, it’s easy to get lost in
Taylor Swift began her music career as a country singer-songwriter, and over the years has evolved into one of the biggest pop stars in the world. Growing up in Wyomissing,
So you’re a recording artist, you’ve been presented with a recording agreement from a major record label, and you’ve hired someone to review the contract. The advance is enough to
The southwest leg of the circuit was dominated by the promoter, businessman, and sometimes gangster Don Robey. Berry Gordy before Berry Gordy; J. Prince before J. Prince. “What Don Robey
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
A redline is a document that highlights the changes made to a contract. A proper contract redline is essential to ensure that all parties involved in the agreement fully understand
Image Comics is a unique and groundbreaking publisher in the world of comic books. Founded in 1992 by a group of high-profile creators including Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, and Rob
