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One part of being a shark is making sure that you get paid. For artists, producers and other creatives this means hiring the right business managers and consultants. Think aboutMusic Business Resources Part 2: Penny Fractions
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I’ve had to explain to several clients of mine that one million streams does not equate to having a platinum single and then shared with them. Album-equivalent streaming units areFrom the Music Corporation of America to Universal Music Group
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Elvis Presley’s legacy as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll is celebrated worldwide, but behind the music and fame lies the same tragic story of exploitation that, from the beginning,
Chasing a Deal: DefJam
As “Still Tippin” was slowly climbing up the charts, Houston began getting more recognition on the rap scene. Houston represented one of the last frontiers for commercial rap and we