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Joe Taylor Jr.

Who’s Responsible for What Happens at the Club?

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Hosting Concerts

Yes, unregulated social clubs can cause problems in neighborhoods, especially if liquor’s involved. But a bill working its way through Philadelphia City Hall may have a chilling effect on live performance in the region without really doing much to solve…

If You Dream of Doing the Work, Do the Work

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Essentials, Music Management

Here’s a pretty rough profile of the Class of 2010 at Middle Tennessee State University’s Recording Industry Management department. The RIM leverages its Nashville connections well, and it’s got one of the best reputations in the world for developing music…

Music Management Skills: Build Your Professional Development Library

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Music Management

Sure, I might be a little biased, having written my own music management book, and everything. But, some days I feel like a handful of books should be required reading for anyone wanting to get into this business. Furthermore, I’ve…

Today’s Recommended Links April 15, 2010

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Featured Links

Southern Culture on the Skids goes independent, stays true to fans – California Chronicle It’s One of Those Days in the Music Business – CMT.com (blog) Rounder Records Acquired by Concord Music Group – CMT.com

Music Management Skills: Organize Your World

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Music Management

I recently found myself leading a productivity seminar once a month here in the Philadelphia area for professionals from a variety of different fields. Overachievers in the group share a common ability to stay focused, regardless of the systems they…

Music Management Skills: Learn to Stop Over-Analyzing

/ Joe Taylor Jr. / Music Management

It’s easy to be a music management novice with your head in the clouds. You’re dreaming about the great things you’re going to do with your first band. You’re looking at all the great letterhead and logo ideas you’ve scribbled…