Description
Artist Management for the Music Business provides clear, in-depth information on what to do as an artist manager and how to do it, preparing the reader for the realities ofdirecting the careers of performers in the risky but rewarding music business. The book prepares the reader for a successful careerlooking at the application of classic management theory to artist management,featuring profiles of artist managers, an exclusive and detailed template for an artist career plan, and samples of major contract sections for artist management and record deals. Updated information including a directory of artist management companies is available on the companion website. Artist Management for the Music Business is written for record industry employees who want to know both what to do as a professional artist manager and how to do it as well as for all students studying music business or industry programs.
*Key industry insight for both the new and experienced artist managers *Exclusive planning and management tools *Successful career strategies for managers and the artists they manage *Fully cited text from literature, personal interviews, and personal experience of the author. *Career and business planning for the artist manager including fully detailed and exclusive career plan template for an artist
Reviews
"This second edition offers unique insights and information for those seeking a career in the music business. Allen (recording industry, Middle Tennessee State U.) gives a detailed account of the politics, processes and procedures from the perspective and experiences of artist managers, as well as from his own career of managing performers and other areas of the business. From making the decision to enter this high-risk, high reward career to signing a contract and beyond. Management skills, understanding the music business, budget planning and promotional guidelines are featured."--2nd Edition review in Reference and Research Book News
Contents
1)Professional Artist Management and Its Principles 2)Preparing to Manage 3)Preparing to be Managed 4)Lessons in Artist Management 5)Planning 6)The Artist as a Business 7)Income from Live Performance 8)Income from Songwriting 9)Income from Recording 10)Conducting Business for the Artist 11)The Artist Career Plan 12)Coaching, Leadership, and Final Advice Appendix A: Take 6 marketing brief Appendix B: Artist Management Contract Form Appendix C: Partnership Agreement for Members of a Band Appendix D: Recording Contract Appendix E: Ke$ha's Artist Management Contract Appendix F: Code of Conduct- Music Manager's Forum in Australia