Rule 33: Being a Shark part 1

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 about

Music Business Resources Part 2: Penny Fractions

Penny Fractions is written and published by David Turner who’s written for various music publications such as Rolling Stone, The New Yorker, Music Business Worldwide and Pitchfork. He writes on

How Do Streams Turn Into Sales

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 are

From the Music Corporation of America to Universal Music Group

MCA records would start as a talent agency in Chicago, evolve into a top agency in Hollywood before breaking into the music business and serving as the cornerstone to what

The Formula For a Successful Record Label

The formula for operating a successful label hasn’t changed since the 1940’s and 50’s. If you’ve managed to break one act with a hit song you’ve already established a promotional

‘Elvis’ A Cautionary Tale about the Music Industry

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,

A Modern Minstrel Show

In “Cowboys and Indies: The Epic History of the Record Industry” written by Gareth Murphy details the birth of the modern record business. One of the first popular recordings was