All You Need to Know About the Music Business: Seventh Edition |  | Author: Donald S. Passman
Publisher: Free Press
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Media: Hardcover
Edition: 7
Pages: 480
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Dimensions (in): 9.5 x 6.4 x 1.6
ISBN: 1439153019
Dewey Decimal Number: 780.2373
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Publication Date: November 17, 2009
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Since the advent of file-sharing technology in the late 1990s, the music industry has been challenged to reinvent itself. What has it done? How have the record labels repositioned themselves to cope with these massive changes? How does all this affect creative artists?No one understands the music industry -- from the technology, to the legalities, to the new industry practices -- better than veteran music lawyer Donald Passman. In this completely revised and updated seventh edition of All You Need to Know About the Music Business, which the Los Angeles Times called "the industry bible" and which has sold hundreds of thousands of copies over the last eighteen years, Passman offers executives and artists, experts and novices alike the essential information they need not only to survive in these volatile and exciting times, but also to thrive. Drawing on his unique, up-to-the-minute experience as one of the most trusted advisors in the industry, Passman offers new information on: - The new 360 model of record deals, wherein record companies share in nonrecord revenue - The Copyright Royalty Board's latest decisions regarding online transmissions - The developing customs on new technologies such as streaming on demand, ringtones, and digital downloads - Updates on recording and publishing deals, as well as film music He also gives guidance on fundamental issues, such as how to: - Select and hire a winning team of advisors -- personal and business managers, agents, and attorneys -- and structure their commissions, percentages, and fees in a way that will protect you and maximize these relationships - Master the big picture and the finer points of record deals - Navigate the ins and outs of songwriting, music publishing, and copyrights - Maximize concert, touring, and merchandising deals Everyone in the business -- musicians, songwriters, entertainment lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, managers, record company executives -- is scrambling to figure out what's going to happen in the future, and Passman is in the thick of these changes. Anyone interested in a music career will need this comprehensive and crucial guide to making it in one of the world's most dynamic industries.
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One of the holy trinity of music business books December 12, 2009
Randi Reed (Los Angeles, CA USA)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Speaking as a music business consultant, if I had to recommend only one music business book for someone who wanted to break into the music industry, this would be it. Donald S. Passman's All You Need to Know About the Music Business is one of what I refer to as the Holy Trinity of music business books, along with This Business of Music and Mark Halloran's Musician's Business and Legal Guide.
Passman is well respected within the industry, with musicians and music industry executives alike. He explains complex concepts and legal terms well and is adept at breaking down the complexities while maintaining terminology music industry professionals need to know.
While This Business of Music remains the comprehensive music industry Bible, its legalese can intimidate those new music business concepts or those who are unfamiliar with contract language. Therefore, Passman's All You Need to Know About the Music Business serves as a great starting point to the concepts and terminology of the music industry. I especially recommend it as a prerequisite to This Business of Music.
Take this book with you everywhere! it should be your go to guide! February 16, 2010
J. Halsey
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
As a student taking a music business bachelors program, I can tell you that this book is like a road map for making your way through the music industry without getting caught in the spiders web of lies, deceit, and backhanded or cut-throat deals.
Whether your a musician trying to get a Good record deal or someone who wants to make a career in the music field, Donald Passman's book reveals secrets and truths that could cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars to find out from industry professionals. The most astonishing thing is that and It really is easy to read and understand (not like a text book, but like a novel you can't stop reading). I'm telling you the truth when I say that this book is worth its weight in gold! If you really want to get into the music business, then you shouldn't hesitate in dropping 25 bucks to get "All You Need to Know About The Music Business!"
The Real Deal December 17, 2009
W. Simonetti (New York, NY)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
An incredible thorough explanation of all sides of the music business. You will find some info incredibly fascinating, other pages you won't want to look at, but the author does a tremendous job of allowing the reader to move from section to section without losing continuity or flow.
A great pickup if you are interested in learning more about the music industry as a potential career path. I interviewed with a finance guy at Warner Music Group, and he said this was "The Bible" of the music industry; I see his point now.
Great purchase!!! May 16, 2010
Matthew Ephraim
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you want to be in the music business this is a must have!! I work on music row in Nashville and people refer to this book all the time!! Great seller and brand new for a cheap price!!!
Donald Passman Educates & Entertains April 1, 2010
Glory Reinstein (Colchester, VT)
How often does one read a dry industry book? Donald Passman's "All You Need to Know About the Music Business" is not only informational, but entertaining at the same time. This book is a MUST read for anyone in the music industry.
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