11 CONTRACTS THAT EVERY ARTIST SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER MUST KNOW

(Reference). The indispensable resource for anyone in the music business. Every business arrangement in the music industry comes down to the written agreement between the parties engaged in the project at hand. When you're co-writing with other songwriters or making publishing agreements, recording agreements with independent record labels, or film sync license agreements for music used in TV, film, the Internet and commercials, what is in writing is what ultimately governs the deal with you and your business. Whether you are the publisher, label, studio, producer, engineer, or artist, The Music Business Contract Library contains over 125 different contract templates and forms that you need, along with Greg's professional experience in commentary on how he has used them and why. This massive library comes with a CD-ROM, which delivers over 125 forms in fully editable Microsoft Word format for use in your own business.

Developed & taught for a Major Art Institute, by the Author. Updated for the 2020s. Includes Complete, Step-by-step OnLine Copyright Registration Procedure This course shows you how to become a Successful... Songwriter, Artist-Songwriter, Producer-Songwriter, and/or Publisher Step by Step, in Simple, Easy-to-understand "People Talk," Including How to Negotiate Songwriter/Publisher Contracts... If you wish to become a successful Songwriter [the Creative end], you should know how the Music Business operates and the correct steps to take, in the right order, to achieve that success, including possibly, the right Publisher [including yourself] to help you on your way. Likewise, if you wish to become a successful Music Publisher [the Business end], you must choose the "right" Songs and Songwriters [including yourself], and know what steps to take for you to successfully help yourself move up the "Road to Success". Simply put, the left hand must know what the right hand is doing [or should be doing] and each must know and understand the Music Business plus everything they can about the other side, if they wish to become successful on their side. Both "jobs" are very important, even if you're a Songwriter who is or wants to be their own Publisher. Upon completion of this course... 1. As a Songwriter, or Singer/Songwriter you will know how to write a marketable song that someone will wish to "buy". 2. As a Music Publisher, Artist, or other producer of musical material, you will know what to look for in a creative and marketable song. 3. You will be able to protect (Copyright) your musical material correctly and safely. 4. As a Songwriter, Singer/Songwriter, Artist or Music Publisher, you will be able to record your musical material, both demos and masters, correctly & cost-effectively. 5. You will be able to choose the "correct" people to aid you in the recording process, if/when needed, (including Musicians, Singers, Engineers, Sound Designers, Arrangers and Producers, ) and be able to deal with them financially, contractually, and personally. 6. You will be able to choose the correct Recording Studio for your needs and know how to deal with them, financially and otherwise. 7. You will know who will be interested in hearing your songs and be able to place your musical material in "the right hands" either personally, or through an "Agent". 8. You will be able to read, understand and negotiate the important points of Songwriter/Music Publisher Contractual Agreements. 9. You will know what Music Publishing Companies do, how they "operate", and how Songwriters and Publishers make money. 10. You will be able to start and run Your own Music Publishing Company - the easy way. by David J. Spangenberg [aka Professor Pooch] Music Business Career Guidance Educator/Author, Consultant, Mediator Entertainment Contract Specialist

Updated for the 2020's! The Author began his career as a Recording Artist, Songwriter & Producer, but has spent the last 35 years Guiding Music Business Careers, providing Music Business Education & Career Guidance Services for both Creative and Business individuals and companies, including handling their Entertainment Industry Contract needs. The Author also developed and taught the Artist Management, Music Publishing & Entertainment Law Courses, among other Music Business-related for the Art Institute of Philadelphia for 8 Years... This complete course shows you how to become a Successful... Producer and/or Production Company and/or Indie Label Step by Step, in Simple, Easy-to-understand "People Talk" Covering the Creative, Business, & Legal sides Learn at Your Own Pace! If you wish to become a successful Producer in the Music Business, you should know how the Music Business operates and the correct steps to take, in the right order, to achieve that success. Likewise, if you wish to become a successful Production Company or Indie Label, you must choose the "right" Artists, Producers, Songs and Songwriters (including yourself), and know what steps to take for you to successfully help them (and therefore, yourself) move up the "Road to Success". Upon completion of this course... 1. As a Producer, you will know how to produce a marketable recording that someone will wish to "buy". 2. As a Producer of musical material, you will know what to look for in creative and marketable Artists and Songs. 3. You will be able to protect yourself and your recordings correctly and safely. 4. As a Producer, you will be able to record your musical material, both demos and masters, correctly & cost-effectively. 5. You will be able to choose the "correct" people to aid you in the recording process, if/when needed, (including Musicians, Singers, Engineers, Sound Designers, Arrangers, and Producers, ) and be able to deal with them financially, contractually, and personally. 6. You will be able to choose the correct Recording Studio for your needs and know how to deal with them, financially and otherwise. 7. You will know who will be interested in hearing your recordings and be able to place your musical material in "the right hands" either personally, or through a Manager or Agent. 8. You will be able to read, understand and negotiate the important points of Producer Contractual Agreements. 9. You will know what Producers & Production Companies do business-wise, how they "operate", and how they make money. 10. You will be able to start and run Your Own Production Company. 11. You will be able to start and run Your Own Indie Record Company. David J. Spangenberg (Professor Pooch) Music Business Career Guidance Educator/Author, Consultant, Advisor Entertainment Contract Specialist

The title says it all. This revised, updated and expanded edition offers savvy dealmaking techniques, methods to protect musical works, and career-building and money-saving tips for musicians. It is an invaluable primer for artists and songwriters who feel like they are at the mercy of industry pros. Among the topics covered are: choosing agents, managers and attorneys, sending out material, record company deals, distribution, streaming, royalty rates, copyrights, music publishing contracts, creating one's own publishing company, trademarks, music videos, issues between band members, touring, and music for film, television and multimedia.

New for 2018 Edition Includes Complete, Step-by-step Copyright Registration Procedure by David J. Spangenberg [aka Professor Pooch] Music Business Career Guidance Educator/Author, Consultant, Mediator Entertainment Contract Specialist Step by Step, in Simple, Easy-to-understand "People Talk"Including How to Negotiate Songwriter & Publisher Contracts This course shows you how to become a Successful... Songwriter Artist-Songwriter, Producer-Songwriter, and/or Publisher If you wish to become a successful Songwriter [the Creative end], you should know how the Music Business operates and the correct steps to take, in the right order, to achieve that success, including possibly, the right Publisher [including yourself] to help you on your way. Likewise, if you wish to become a successful Music Publisher [the Business end], you must choose the "right" Songs and Songwriters [including yourself], and know what steps to take for you to successfully help yourself move up the "Road to Success". Simply put, the left hand must know what the right hand is doing [or should be doing] and each must know and understand the Music Business plus everything they can about the other side, if they wish to become successful on their side. Both "jobs" are very important, even if you're a Songwriter who is or wants to be their own Publisher. No matter which way you want to do it, it's all here... Upon completion of this course... 1. As a Songwriter, or Singer/Songwriter you will know how to write a marketable song that someone will wish to "buy". 2. As a Music Publisher, Artist, or other producer of musical material, you will know what to look for in a creative and marketable song. 3. You will be able to protect (Copyright) your musical material correctly and safely. 4. As a Songwriter, Singer/Songwriter, Artist or Music Publisher, you will be able to record your musical material, both demos and masters, correctly & cost-effectively. 5. You will be able to choose the "correct" people to aid you in the recording process, if/when needed, (including Musicians, Singers, Engineers, Sound Designers, Arrangers and Producers,) and be able to deal with them financially, contractually, and personally. 6. You will be able to choose the correct Recording Studio for your needs and know how to deal with them, financially and otherwise. 7. You will know who will be interested in hearing your songs and be able to place your musical material in "the right hands" either personally, or through an "Agent". 8. You will be able to read, understand and negotiate the important points of Songwriter/Music Publisher Contractual Agreements. 9. You will know what Music Publishing Companies do, how they "operate", and how Songwriters and Publishers make money. 10. You will be able to start and run Your own Music Publishing Company - the easy way.

The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Industry. Millions dream of attaining glamour and wealth through music. This book reveals the secrets of the music business that have made fortunes for the superstars. A must-have for every songwriter, performer and musician.