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This irreverent biography provides a rare window into the music industry from a promoter’s perspective. From a young age, Peter Jest was determined to make a career in live music, and despite naysayers and obstacles, he did just that, bringing national acts to his college campus at UW–Milwaukee, booking thousands of concerts across Wisconsin and the Midwest, and opening Shank Hall, the beloved Milwaukee venue named after a club in the cult film This Is Spinal Tap.

Legendary entertainer Gary Owens draws upon his four decades in radio, TV, film, and animation to show you how to break into the voiceover business and carve out a million-dollar niche for yourself with your voice. Sprinkled with priceless anecdotes and tips throughout from well-known actors, producers, and agents, Owens gives you the inside track on becoming a successful DJ, newscaster, announcer, sportscaster, commercial or cartoon voice, or other type of voice artist.

«Вера, надежда, резня» — книга о внутренней жизни Ника Кейва. В основу издания легли десятки и сотни часов разговоров по душам с журналистом Шоном О'Хаганом. Это глубокое, вдумчивое исследование корней, питающих жизнь и творчество знаменитого музыканта. От первого лица и без утайки, в диапазоне от детских лет до наших дней, Ник обсуждает вопросы искусства и веры, музыки и свободы, любви и скорби, свою рабочую этику, а также случившуюся с ним в последние годы драматичную трансформацию.

This is a guidebook made by Steve Stacks. Who is an Official Musician/Producer. It will incorporate these categories: Promoting, Creating Beats, Copyrighting, Live Performance, Industry, Sync Licensing, Merchandise, Performance Rights Organizations, Digital Fingerprint, My Personal Achievements. Made to help ease the stress along with guide you to a more successful journey.

Dear actor or writer or creative in Los Angeles: You moved to LA with talent, willingness to work hard, and determination to be successful—no matter how hard it got. But is pain and suffering the price of success in the entertainment industry? Or is there a better way? How to thrive in LA while hustling in Hollywood shares invaluable wisdom gleaned from hundreds of successful Hollywood creatives about how to make it as a professional working creative in Hollywood while living a life you love. It can be done!

PARTY BOYS is the amazing true story of how a family from a small farm town in Canada built an entertainment empire in New York City where more than 40 million people danced, laughed, and had the time of their lives.

"Hired Musician" is a co-authored work about how to make a living as a musician. Mat Maxwell and Seth Costner have distilled their years of experience into a comprehensive guide that's as informative as it is engaging. Raw, real, and written for aspiring and established musicians alike, "Hired Musician" is your roadmap to getting and keeping gigs.

Sync music is vastly different from what is on the radio and that is the challenge. I won't reveal any secret techniques with this book. I just want the next Sync Agent or Music Supervisor to not have to stop what they are doing to explain the differences. This is just for those in need of being spoon-fed on this topic. Hopefully, this book will fill that enormous need...

Childhood piano lessons are more than just learning to play an instrument. They foster discipline, creativity, and problem-solving skills that benefit children in all areas of life. This book will show you how piano lessons can unlock your child's potential and set them up for success in music and beyond.

Das erste Sach-Hörbuch mit konkreten Tipps, Erklärungen. Musik Millionär – Reich durch Musik ist das erste Hörbuch mit konkreten Tipps, Erklärungen und Anweisungen, wie man es im Musikgeschäft zu Reichtum, Anerkennung und Erfolg bringt. Dein Masterplan zum Erfolg im Musikbusiness Konkrete Verhaltensregeln für eine erfolgreiche Karriere werden vorgegeben, mögliche Risiken und Fallstricke aufgezeigt und Vermeidungsstrategien veranschaulicht. Der im Hörbuch beschriebene Masterplan ermöglicht es dem Hörern, erfolgreich Millionen im Musikgeschäft zu verdienen.

In the world of music, entertainment and the nightlife. Few jobs are as exciting and fulfilling as the mobile DJ. This short book will give you a solid overview on what to expect when starting up your mobile DJ business. All the Dos and Don'ts about what goes into running a successful DJ business. This book is filled with pure content and no fluff. It'll give you a direct view of some really interesting facts and tips that the average person would completely miss.

In this valuable resource guide for both beginners and professionals, veteran songwriter, producer, arranger, vocalist, music director, and educator Larry D. Batiste shares practical advice and tips from his decades of experience in ways that are bound to help all listeners improve their songwriting skills. Through this book, listeners will learn the craft of professional songwriting, including the ins-and-outs of song structure, lyric and melody writing, and the essential elements of a hit song.

Unlock the secrets of professional recording artists and step confidently into the exciting world of studio recording with Master the Recording Studio – the comprehensive guide to help you quickly transform from a studio novice into a recording pro! In Master the Recording Studio, you’ll learn: How to choose the right recording studio for you and your budget, how to properly prepare your music and instruments, the psychology of performing and collaborating in a studio setting, expert recording tips and techniques used by the professionals, and how to cut out distractions.

Immerse yourself in a symphony of positivity as this book weaves together a tapestry of affirmations designed to nurture confidence, ignite creativity, and foster a mindset of success. With chapters dedicated to various facets of a musician's life, from skill cultivation to collaboration, mental well-being to gratitude, this book is a heartfelt companion for those who seek inspiration and empowerment in the pursuit of musical excellence.

"Rock the Party!" ist ein praxisorientiertes Handbuch für angehende und erfahrene Event DJs. Das Buch wurde ursprünglich unter dem Titel "Der Allround DJ" veröffentlicht und ist nun in einer aktualisierten und erweiterten Version erhältlich. Mit einer Fülle an wertvollen Tipps und Tricks vermittelt es fundierte Kenntnisse für ein erfolgreiches Event-Entertainment. Von der Planung und Vorbereitung bis hin zur Umsetzung der Veranstaltung, bietet das Buch umfassende Anleitungen für die richtige Songauswahl, den Einsatz von Equipment uvm.

The fourth volume of the Solo Acoustic Musician series expands on subjects only touched upon in earlier volumes. Michael Nichols chooses in this book to focus on a unique musical environment and subculture — the “open mic” event, at which performers sign up to play. Some are amateurs, some are professionals, and many are Solo Acoustic Musicians. Michael once again strives to give you a truthful and transparent look into a Solo Acoustic Musician's lifestyle by sharing his experiences at various types of open mics, as a performer, as a host, and as a member of the audience.

There is no shortage of talent in the music industry. There is however a lack of "inspiration" and "information". So many talented artists dream of leaving a 9-5 job in hopes of pursuing their music dreams. These Beats Ain't Free is an intuitive guide that is focused on helping producers, engineers, artists, & dreamers from all walks of life develop the tools to make their "Passion" their "Paycheck".

Amidst one of the greatest eras of potential the music business has ever seen, the rules are constantly changing. So why follow them? You Are the Consumer challenges you to redefine success on your own terms. Beyond a manual—it’s a manifesto for artists, creatives, and executives ready to break away from convention and build a brand that’s authentic and undeniable.

In Solo Acoustic Musician (SAM) 2, Michael Nichols expands on the information and perspectives shared in his first book, delving deeper into the world of the SAM by interviewing a half dozen of his peers, as well as a man who repairs and restores guitars: the essential tool of the SAM’s trade.

Many Artists do not know the business and they go through a lot of trial and errors and even go broke. I want this book to be a quick guide to the music business. Things you need to know.