Rock Star 101 : A Rock Star's Guide to Survival and Success in the Music Business

by Ferrari, Marc

• ISBN13: 9781581152272
• ISBN10: 1581152272
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2002-05-01
• Publisher: Allworth Press

Summary

This handbook offers rock musicians at every level a guide to enduring andriumphing in the music industry. From making a musical discovery toeveloping partnership agreements to choosing the right city to launch aareer, musicians are encouraged to pursue their music goals wisely. There isdvice for bands hoping to sign a recording contract on demo deals, biddingars, entering negotiations, and evaluating releases and options. The crucialoles of the non-musical members of a successful team are defined, helpingeaders to know when to consult attorneys, managers, publicists, agents,ccountants and others. There are explanations of print and grand rights,emonstrating how to distinguish between mechanical, synchronisation, anderformance income generated by publishing, merchandising and endorsementeals. Special sections address the pitfalls and pleasures of life on theoad, staying financially afloat during lean times, and supplementing one'sncome.

Table of Contents

Dedication	iv
Acknowledgments	iv
Preface: On the Road to Stardom: Steps and Stumbles	v
The Game: What It's Really All About	1	(6)
Getting Started: Building the Buzz, Preparing for Battle	7	(24)
Signed, Sealed, and Delivered: Getting That Record Deal	31	(12)
Building the Team: Attorneys, Managers, Agents, Accountants...Who Needs 'Em, Anyhow?	43	(18)
To Deal or Not To Deal: Publishing, Merchandising, and Endorsements	61	(22)
Taking It to the Streets: Perils, Potholes, and Pitfalls of the Road	83	(28)
The Big Picture: Wake-Up Calls, Solo Careers, and Reality Checks	111	(8)
The Money Game: Keeping in Green When Times Get Lean	119	(18)
Stayin' Sane-Help is on the Way: Chemical and Alcohol Dependency	137	(3)
Epilogue	140	(1)
Glossary	141	(3)
Bibliography	144	(3)
Resources	147	(2)
Index	149