- Paperback: 304 pages
- Publisher: Backbeat Books; 3rd edition (27 Jan 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0879308745
- ISBN-13: 978-0879308742
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 18.8 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,091,258 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This enlightening book is not about how the music business should work, but how it does work. Industry insider, Moses Avalon tells it like it is - how producers dip into budgets, artists steal songs, lawyers write contracts in code - and shows readers how to survive these and other unfortunate situations. Deconstructing actual major-label record deals, Avalon dissects each party's involvement and offers perspective on their actual roles, how much they get paid, and what's really on their agendas. Engineers, managers, producers, artists, labels, and lawyers each take their turn in the hot seat. Avalon also outlines realistic alternatives for newcomers, such as "baby" production deals and vanity labels. This third edition includes new insights for indie artists, such as tips on independent A&R and digital-distribution scams.
About the Author
Moses Avalon has produced and engineered records for Warner Brothers and BMG. His work with Grammy-winning recording artists has earned him five platinum records and several Billboard and Ampex Golden Reel awards. In 2003 he advised a California Senate panel in its investigation of recording industry practices. Moses Avalon writes under a pseudonym because of the sensitive nature of the material his books cover.
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No matter what aspect of the business you pursue, over time you will find yourself talking to more nonmusicians than actual music makers. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
No matter what aspect of the business you pursue, over time you will find yourself talking to more nonmusicians than actual music makers. Read the first page
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I originally purchased this book, I wasn't expecting much from it at all. But once I began reading, I was blown away. Moses Avalon brings us behind the scenes of the record industry and exposes the hidden flaws, shams, pitfalls and rip-offs in the industry. More than that, he gives case studies and solid (sometimes) sneaky survival tips.This book is terrifyingly addictive and a wealth of information is avalible on every page. For any aspiring musician or anyone interested in the music business, this is a must read!
Format:Paperback
I bought this book from Amazon quite a while ago, and I find myself reading through it again. The only thing I would have against it is that it is USA based, and their music laws differ from ours. Apart from that, it is packed with information and explains what really goes on behind the scene in the music business.
5 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A real harsh view of the music industry, enough to put anyone off even trying. However this kindof perspective is essential to anyone silly enough to want to get into the biz.
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