"Clearly one of the best introductions to the business of music... gives the straight facts, in an understandable way." -Variety
Surveys the history of the music industry, and uses interviews to describe the experience of songwriters, recording artists, and managers, and how they got their start.
"For those who rock and read, here's an insider's look, chock-full of practical tips on getting out of the garage and into the studio." -Playboy
"Siegel's advice will be saving money for you long after your guitar strings have snapped." -Songwriters' Network News
For musicians, songwriters, mangers, producers–this is a must-have guide. Top entertainment lawyer Alan H. Siegel arms you with everything you'll need to know:
* The economic realities of being a songwriter and recording artists, from launching a career to understand a contract.
* Structures and features of various record and music publishing deals, with details on rights and royalties.
* Guidelines for establishing a good relationship with a manager and an entertainment lawyer.
* The language of the music industry–buzz words, acronyms, and jargon–simplified in a comprehensive glossary.
Throughout the book, interviews with music greats such as Marvin Hamlisch, Barbara Mandrell, Clive Davis, and Ashford and Simpson give you the benefits of their experiences breaking in to every aspect of the industry.
Alan H. Siegel (1932 - ) - Author
Siegel is a graduate of the Harvard Law School, and has practiced entertainment law for over 30 years. He is a partner in the New York law firm of Pryor, Cashman, Sherman & Flynn.
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