The Working Musician: The Essentials of the Music Business for New Artists

The internet has given artists the ability to share their music with the world instantly. But many artists jump in without knowing exactly what they're getting into. What resources are available? How have other artists used them? What kind of success can you hope for? What happens when your band breaks up? What happens if your band gets signed? All these questions are addressed in The Working Musician: Essentials of the Music Business for New Artists. Featuring interviews with artists like Timothy Nordwind of OK Go, Chris Arbisi of White Trash, Matthew Taylor of Moses Mayfield and others, this book can help new artists learn about the history of the music business, what resources are out there, how to manage their business, what to know about copyright, and advice from people who have been there. 

About the Author 

Genevieve Burgess earned her Bachelors degree in Music and her Master of Music Business and Entertainment Industries at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. She has worked with OK Go and Nicole Henry as well as Cat 5, an independent student-run music publishing company. She has been a musician herself since she picked up a flute at eight years old. She regularly writes for several websites, including Pajiba, Not the It Girls, Persephone Magazine, and others. You can also find her on Facebook and Twitter. 

Paperback: 188 pages
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches