Product Description

What They'll Never Tell You about the Music Business reveals what most savvy music executives already know-and hope that readers never find out! This insider guide discloses the hidden dynamics and often unfortunate consequences of what really happens when a deal is prepared, contracts are signed, and promises are made-and alerts musicians, attorneys, songwriters, and anyone else interested in the music business to the potent dangers lurking beneath the surface of this incredibly competitive industry. Twenty chapters cover virtually every aspect of the music industry, including recording agreements, record royalties, artistic management, music publishing, music marketing and promotion, merchandising, copyright infringement, and the international music business scene. What's more, the information in this invaluable reference is all explained clearly and concisely with no legal jargon. For anyone involved in the music business, here is your source of inside information!

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #419298 in Books
• Published on: 2002-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 292 pages

About the Author
Peter M. Thall, an attorney for over 30 years, is a member of the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers and board member of the prestigious New York Festival of Song. He lives in New York City.

Customer Reviews

Could have more clarity
This is a good one but is not as clear & comprehensive as "Everything You Need To Know About The Music Business" (Donald Passman)

Add it to the library
I highly recommend this book to gain greater insights in the Music business or any business. It was a great buy along with a couple of manuals I purchased from Musicbrains.net entitled the Indie label Kit.

Excellent
The hardships of surviving on the music industry can be easily compare with the jungle, where nothings is what it seems and danger lurks around every corner. This book is a guide that explains all the dangerous species and all the hazardous area, but also revealing the safe zones and undisputable truths about a world dominated by the strong ones. A good book with great references that has and will be appreciated by many.