Entertainment Business

Let's not beat around the bush, Covid made a total mess for musicians, producers, bands, DJs, road crew, venue owners, lighting engineers, and anyone else involved in the industry. The main lesson that I learnt from it all…don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Now, during the aftermath of it all, we see the cost-of-living crisis, and now a recession. So, we need to find new ways to protect ourselves from anything that could endanger our livelihoods again in the future.

After nearly three decades in the Canadian music business, Bob D'Eith has learned a lot about how independent artists have succeeded or failed. This book delves into the basic tools that every independent artist should have in today's complicated and ever-changing music industry. More than ever before, artists are being expected to develop themselves. That means understanding many parts of the business both traditional and cutting edge. A Career in Music: The Other 12 Step Program examines where the money is for Canadian artists and how to get it.

Well now you have that friend and he’s sick of artists like you getting screwed over.It’s time to put you in the driver’s seat. You are part of a generation who are more aware of inauthenticity and manipulation than ever before. You’re less interested in blindly following and more interested in being shown not only how to do something but in understanding why it’s important that it gets done.

Quer ser ator, mas não sabe se leva jeito? Como decorar suas falas no roteiro? Deu branco no meio da peça, e agora? Como seguir uma carreira na arte? Todo artista, não importa o tamanho da fama e do sucesso, já se viu em apuros - de uma forma ou de outra. Nessas horas, não há muito para onde correr. Quem não pode contar com uma voz experiente para ajudar nessas horas de crise, pode amargar momentos de crise artística e profissional.

挫折しても、大丈夫。つきまとう不安が自分を強くする。―― 元宝塚トップスター柚希礼音。幼いころ内気だった彼女が、6年間もトップを務めるまでになった過程とは。宝塚での経験を織り交ぜながら、次の扉を開くための「心の整え方」「コミュニケーションする力」「生き方」を伝えます。 宝塚退団後初の著書「夢をかなえるために、私がやってきた５つのこと」(KADOKAWA)をダイジェストにして、オーディオブック化しました。

“Don’t bore us, get to the chorus” is Bill Sullivan’s motto, which will come as no surprise to anyone who opens Lemon Jail. A raucous tour diary of rock ’n’ roll in the 1980s, Sullivan’s book puts us in the van with the Replacements in the early years. Barreling down the highway to the next show through quiet nights and hightailing it out of scandalized college towns, Sullivan - the young and reckless roadie - is in the middle of the joy and chaos, trying to get the band on stage and the crowd off it and knowing when to jump in and cover Alice Cooper.

No matter where you are in your career - from unemployed beginner to seasoned professional - this guide will help you find the best jobs in the music or entertainment industry right now. Quit your job, become educated, and make money in the music business today.

In a world where every business, brand, product, and service needs a strong visual identity, it’s critical for clients and creative professionals to work together. And the key to success, as with any relationship, is communication. In Dear Client, award-winning graphic designer Bonnie Siegler offers an invaluable step-by-step guide to how to talk so creatives will listen, and how to listen when creatives talk.

Using humorous and insightful anecdotes, Lance Allred, the first deaf player in NBA history and TEDx star, takes any aspiring fan of TED Talks, "TEDsters", on his journey of hubris, awkwardness and catharsis that was his TEDx experience. Lance walks you through how you find the best odds of where you will be selected to give a TEDx talk, how to prepare and what worked and didn't work as far as: script writing, body language, drafts submitted, post-talk marketing, along with many other details and inside information that allowed him to become a TEDx Star with One Million views within two months.

If you are a musician interested in earning a living outside the confines of the traditional music industry or someone within that industry who wants to expand your horizons and income, then this is the book for you. This easy to follow volume contains the blueprint for successfully mastering the unique and often nuanced world of the house concert performer.

Sound advice from a published songwriter and an experienced singer/musician who once worked for London Records. Twenty-seven songwriting contracts! Some are these the author has used in his past as well as new contracts that he has revised and added additional material to. Unique and informative for the songwriter seeking advice on the music business and what he or she needs to be aware of when signing music business deals. A great reference guide!

"The Songwriting Guitarist" author Mike Meiers shares his extensive knowledge and experience as a songwriter and guitar instructor spanning over a decade. This book presents a system that propelled Mike into commercial songwriting success and continues to secure major sync licensing placements and coveted songwriting guitarist gigs. Beyond mere guitar techniques, this guide delves into the art of songwriting, cultivating the right mindset, and undergoing a transformative journey.

From Words to Music: How to Write Great Songs That Stick with Your Audience is a comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of creating and promoting music. The book is divided into three main sections: songwriting, performance skills, and navigating the business of music.

The Songwriter's Blueprint: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Next Hit is an essential guide for aspiring songwriters looking to hone their craft and achieve success in the music industry. This comprehensive book provides a practical roadmap for songwriters at all levels, covering everything from the basics of songwriting to advanced techniques for creating unforgettable hooks, melodies, and lyrics.

Are you an independent musician looking to promote your music and build a loyal fanbase? The Ultimate Songwriting Starter Kit is the ultimate guide to help you grow your music business and reach a wider audience. This book covers everything from building a fanbase to distribution channels and promotional strategies.

Unlock the secrets to achieving success in character entertainment licensing with this comprehensive guide. Learn effective strategies for maximizing revenue, utilizing intellectual property, and successfully navigating licensing agreements. Our focus is mastering brand licensing, creating captivating consumer products, and staying at the forefront of industry trends.

Whether you're a lover of theatre, a theatre manager or staff member, an instructor, a student, or part of the cast or crew, TheatreBook is for you. TheatreBook is packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes information about everything from marketing to safety, lighting to audio, special effects to costumes.

You could be the proud parent of the next big child star. Naturally, you’d want to support their dreams and help them put their acting prowess to work. But first, a reality check: Even if your kid has plenty of talent, finding success in the entertainment industry can be quite challenging.

Any music professional can tell you that there’s more than one way to have success in the music industry. Jermaine Morgan simply compiled 10 ways that by using your musical skills and resources, any up-and-coming or established musician can become a music success. Drawing from his own experiences working in the music industry, Jermaine shows that it’s possible to have a successful musical career without necessarily becoming famous.

Fresh from his Grammy win for best Latin pop album, this sizzling Latin heartthrob has finally crossed over into mainstream music superstardom. This timely profile of Martin's life starts with his childhood in Puerto Rico and chronicles his rise to a popular Latin singer, his stint on General Hospital, and his Broadway debut in Les Miserables.