Music Industry Articles

1). How To Set Up a Home Recording Studio By : BHJ
Studios fall into three basic categories, Home studios, Project studios and Commercial studios. It's pretty obvious what a home studio is. Many people working in the music industry, and even the TV and film industries, have their own studios at home. They put them in the spare room, the garage, the basement, an outhouse - even in a corner of a bedroom sometimes.
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2). Finding a Manager By : Jaci Rae
Finding a manager can be hard, but it can be done.
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3). The Changing Face of the Music Industry By : Kael
When was the last time you paid $12 or more for a CD? For many, it has been years. It’s really no wonder why so many people have stopped spending their hard earned money on overpriced CD’s. People used to go out and buy a CD because they heard one song on the radio that they really liked, and a lot of times that CD would only have one or two hit songs on it.
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4). What Should You Look For In A Good Mastering Engineer? By : Hans Klein
It’s just plain criminal… Mastering studios that take your hard-earned money and then give you mastered tracks worse or no better than the original mix! You see, good mastering is balancing act. Because as soon as you adjust one part of the audio track (such as boost loudness), then several other factors change as well. When looking for a mastering engineer, there are 5 important qualities you should look for: 1.
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5). 6 Important Questions You Must Ask Management By : Jaci Rae
There are at least 6 important questions you must ask yourself when you are seeking representation.
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6). The Inside Scoop On Music Mastering By : Hans Klein
Music mastering is an essential part of every hit record. Yet, few new (and even some “established”) musicians have a good understanding of what mastering is and why they need it. This often leads to many selecting the wrong mastering studio… and making many unnecessary mistakes in the recording and music mixing phases (which affects the mastering later on).
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7). Magnanimous Music Mogul Maneuvers Magnificent Marketing By : Jaci Rae
Music and Marketing, learn from the experts
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8). ABC's of the Music Industry By : The General
Music is an art, however, when it comes to the music industry Music is about money! If anyone or any company feels that your music will not make them money, there will be absolutely no interest in your music. That’s it in the nut shell. Remember, to always remember this. The Music Industry is about Money! There are a few sources of money to be made in the music industry.
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9). Viral Marketing for Your Music – Internet Success By : Jaci Rae
Traditional radio airplay, standard brick and mortar distribution and being signed by a major record label are no longer the only means of getting your music noticed. It’s all about Viral Marketing and Buzz. Thanks to digital distribution and the massive appeal and easy access to the Internet, unknown musical talent now has a chance at real success.
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10). The Revolution Of High-Tech Recording Industry By : Jenny Le
Today, music is one of the biggest entertainment industries in the world. This market is hotter for many reasons. First of all, customers’ demands and tastes are higher and more diversified than ever. Second, the number of people and companies working in this field are increasing at such a dizzy speed that it creates a very large pool of tough competition, and of course, to survive, they have to be unique and distinguished.
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11). Record Pools – Are You Swimming Yet? By : Jaci Rae
Record pools can help your product gain national and international exposure and sales. Record Pools, what they are and how you can use them.
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12). How to Make the Most Money Touring By : Jaci Rae
If you dream of touring, you need to follow this advice in order to maximize profit and stay in the game.
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13). Winning Big or Indentured Servitude? Don’t Set Sail Alone By : Jaci Rae
In the highly competitive world of the music industry, it is never wise to sail alone. American Idol, Nashville Star and other reality based shows may not be the best route for aspiring stars.
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14). New Rules for the New Year: What is coming in the Music Industry? By : Jaci Rae
The music industry is on edge. With the new rules for indie artists paving the way, what will become of the dying relic? J
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15). Guerrilla Marketing By : Jaci Rae
How you can use guerrilla marketing, tips, tricks and ideas that will help you make money and sell online.
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16). Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, American Idol, Nashville Star - Who Really Wins? By : Jaci Rae
Equipping yourself with the right marketing strategies and networking with others in your field is the most important thing you can do.
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17). The Music Industry- Here Is What A Young Artist Needs To Know To Be A Star By : Stan Medley
Music may be an art, but the music industry is a business. What any business ultimately wants is a reasonable profit for its time. So, there are a number of things that career development people and most others in the music industry are looking for besides talent.
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18). The Music Industry -- How To Lose Money And Ruin Your Career With A Number One Hit Song? By : Stan Medley
Any career development person worth his salt, wants you to have a career that is constantly rising. The most important tool to acomplish this is survey technique. Why does your career development person do this? Because you can actually lose money and ruin your career with a poorly planned number one hit.
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19). Can You Still Find A Gem In The LA Music Scene? By : Ron Powers
Review of three bands playing at the Whisky a go go Saturday, January 6, 2007.
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20). Making Music Contacts to Further Your Career By : Ty Cohen
I cannot stress how immensely important it is to make music contacts in this fast-paced music industry. Whether a record deal is your goal or independent music is more your gig, you still need to meet and network with as many people as possible.
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21). Press Releases for Promotion By : Ty Cohen
Sometimes, when you are dealing with independent music, you are going to have to do a little self-promotion. Have you ever thought of writing a press release?
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22). Communicate Professionally in the Music Industry By : Ty Cohen
If you are looking to get out of the independent music scene and seek a record deal then one of the best assets you can have is to know how to communicate with music contacts.
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23). Getting Your Independent Music Heard By : Ty Cohen
You are absolutely ecstatic because you have written all your songs, produced the music and your CD is complete!!
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24). Get the Most Out of Goal Setting In Your Music Career By : Ty Cohen
As you may know by now, goal setting for your music industry career might be one of the best steps you ever take...
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25). Careers in the Music Industry By : Ty Cohen
There are tons of other jobs in the music industry besides being a musician. It is often found that these jobs are less commonly discussed...
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