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Manuel is a passionate, driven, and techsavvy AV technician, artist and music composer with over ten years of experience, specializing in the captivating world of music and entertainment.

Manuel is an expert in creating soundtracks for short films, feature films and video games.

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If anyone or any company believes that your music will not generate revenue for them, they will have no interest in your music. It’s as simple as that. Remember, the music industry What Is A Musician? - For some individuals, the role of a musician may be difficult to comprehend. They may struggle to understand: 1 - the nature of a musician's talent or job, 2 - why musicians work around the clock, and 3 - the concept of a fanbase and the boundaries musicians set with fans. Let's delve into each… is all about money!

There are a few primary sources of income in the music industry, including but not limited to:

  • Record sales
  • Songs played on the radio
  • Music in films and television
  • Concerts
  • Songwriting
  • Producing
  • Merchandising
  • Advertising
  • CD-ROMs/DVDs

As an aspiring artist An Artist Portrait (Part One) - This is a fantastic article written exclusively for my Weblog by Frank V. Cahoj. Please feel free to comment here or send him emails. He'll be happy of this. An Artist Portrait (Part One) My name is Frank Cahoj and I have been an artist since I was born. I can say this in confidence without… looking to break into the music business, you’ll need three crucial people on your team, working for you daily:

  1. Personal Manager – The most important of the three, they should have contacts in the music industry, oversee all your affairs, advise you on what to do, help promote your music, recommend producers to hire, guide you on signing deals, and manage your tours. A personal manager typically takes 15% to 20% of an artist’s gross earnings and has strong connections with record companies’ A&R, Marketing/Sales, and Promotion departments.
  2. Music Attorney – A good attorney specializing in music will know how to properly negotiate and structure deals for the artist. They should have solid contacts and be trustworthy. Expect to pay between $100 and $200 per hour for a good music lawyer. If an attorney believes you’ll get signed, they may forego a set fee and charge a percentage of the artist’s earnings. In larger cities, the fees may be higher.
  3. Booking Agent – They book concerts and special appearances. A Personal Manager can help the artist choose a good agent.

If you achieve significant success and start making substantial money, a good Manager/Accountant will be necessary to manage your tax situation, review royalty statements, finance tours, provide investment advice, and help manage your finances.

Getting noticed by sending your demo to record labels is not impossible; however, 99.9% of the time, your material will not be listened to. Even if you have the best song in the world, it may not be heard. Record labels want to limit their liability, so they don’t listen to unsolicited music. They don’t want to hear numerous songs and then be held liable if someone claims their material was copied.

If you decide to send your CD to a record label, send “solicited” material. First, establish a contact, preferably someone in the Artists & Repertoire (A&R) department. Call and talk to someone first. After sending your CD, follow up to make sure the targeted individual received your material, and follow up again to check if it was listened to. Submit 3 to 6 songs, and include a bio and a picture of yourself. Again, this is not the preferred method for submitting your material to major record labels.

Until you have music industry advisors in your corner promoting you and creating a “buzz” about you, your demo won’t reach decision-makers at record labels. Record companies receive thousands of unsolicited CDs daily. Most likely, your CD will be tossed into a bin in a remote area filled with overflowing bins of CDs.

Record labels prefer to work with artists who have a history of record sales. These artists may have produced and sold their CDs locally or regionally. Record labels want to work with artists who have done their homework and have a “buzz” about them. MC Hammer, before becoming famous, performed his own material and sold his records until a major label signed him. MC Hammer had significant leverage in negotiating a favorable contract because he had already proven his ability to sell records on a local level.

Record companies aim to limit their liability. When you’re signed, you’re seen as an investment that requires funding, and they expect a substantial return on their investment. The better you can demonstrate your marketability, the higher your chances of getting signed.

When signed to a record label, you, the artist, will record songs for the company. The label then duplicates the master recording and sends it to a distributor. Distributors are wholesalers who sell CDs to retail outlets like Best Buy, Sam Goody, and Tower Records. The record company invests in promoting and marketing Marketing and Music: Any Song Can Become Famous? - Today let's dive into a topic that's been buzzing around a lot: the relationship between marketing and music. We all know that marketing plays a massive role in the music industry, but does it actually hold the power to make any track a hit? Or does talent still stand a chance? First off, let's address… your music, hoping to sell records and make you a superstar, thus generating wealth.

However, achieving this success isn’t easy. It requires hard work from a talented team of individuals working together. Many people work behind the scenes to turn an artist into a superstar.

Record companies can be categorized into four groups:

  1. Major label record companies – have the resources to handle promotion, sales, marketing, and distribution. Examples include Arista, Atlantic, Capital, and Sony.
  2. Subsidiary labels – have agreements with major labels for funding in exchange for a portion of the subsidiary’s revenue.
  3. Independent labels – distribute records through major labels, usually with limited staff. They discover and sign talent, ensure music is recorded, and contract with major labels for promotion and other functions.
  4. Self-distributed labels – have no association with a major label and distribute music through independent distributors.

The A&R department serves as talent scouts, responsible for discovering new artists. Although an A&R representative might sign you, it doesn’t guarantee that your CD will be produced and released. High-level executives can cancel your contract if they think your CD won’t sell.

There are many factors at play, including promotion, radio play, and distribution. Major labels have the financial power and personnel to give you a solid chance at becoming famous. However, the music industry is a business, and it’s essential to remember that everyone is looking to make money. The moment you’re no longer profitable, you may be dropped in favor of another promising artist. Unfortunately, record companies don’t often invest in developing artists, and second chances are rare.

Retailers like Tower Records typically require a distributor for your CD to be carried in their stores. A strong distributor ensures your CD is available in enough locations to generate sales. Major labels use large distributors with better access to record stores.

Distribution via the internet is increasingly popular for both record labels and artists. However, unsigned artists still need to work hard to create a buzz around their music. Ultimately, signing with a major record label is the best route for success.

In the music industry, the most critical contract for an artist is the record contract, which outlines royalty rates and other terms. Understanding how royalties are calculated and having a competent music lawyer can ensure you receive a fair share of the profits.

While it’s all about the money, there are many other factors at play, including advances, deductions, and reserves. Artists must be aware of these details and how they impact their earnings. Additionally, don’t forget to account for taxes and other expenses such as personal managers, attorneys, accountants, agents, and other costs.

Aside from the primary royalties, artists can also earn from record clubs Trance Music - Free Flowing Electronica - Have you ever found yourself dancing in a club, utterly absorbed in the melody, feeling as if the trance music is flowing through you and guiding your body's movements? This is an experience I've had numerous times during carefree nights at local techno clubs I've often wondered which type of techno generates this unforgettable sensation… , compilation CDs, samplers, premiums, film soundtrack albums, music video sales, greatest hits albums, foreign royalties, and master use licenses.

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