A number of our clients have been asking what’s been going on with bookings this summer. Is it always this hard? The answer is, “no.” Sure, getting bookings is one of the toughest things for an emerging artist to deal…
Call Me Today About Music Management!
My new book is ready to ship on Wednesday!!! Join me this afternoon for a FREE conference call to get your questions answered about starting a career in music management, managing your own career better, or finding someone you can…
3rd Annual Acoustic Live Talent Series accepting submissions
Industry judges will advance acts to the final showcase for a chance to win great prizes. Submission fee’s only $15.
Blink-182’s Barker launched own label
Travis Barker of Blink-182 launched his own label, La Salle Records. In the spirit of Dave Matthews’ ATO Records, Barker stated that he’s not signing any specific genre, he just wants great music. Barker believes that artists should help other…
Call to Arts!
Artists Helping Artists (AHA!) is announcing its CALL TO ARTS! SUMMIT IV which occurs ALL DAY on Sunday Nov 7, 2004 at Beverly Garland’s Holiday Inn in Universal Studios/Hollywood. The CALL TO ARTS! SUMMIT IV will be a large gathering…
Don’t complain to us when the RIAA raids your dorms…
Duke is going to issue every incoming first-year student with an iPod. To… erm… download lectures. Yeah. That’s the ticket.
Grants for Emerging Latin Songwriters
The ASCAP Foundation and Heineken USA have teamed up to launch a new music grant program for emerging songwriters in key music cities around the country. The Heineken USA/ASCAP Foundation Grant Program will benefit emerging Latin music songwriters in the…
The New Business Model
We’ve been referencing the U.K.’s Sanctuary Group as the model of a strong music business keiratsu — management, booking and label under one roof. In the old school of business, you’d never want to trust one company with all three…
Calling All “Grow Your Band’s Audience” Readers
If you purchased a copy of “Grow Your Band’s Audience” in either book or download form, we have a new resource for you! The new and improved GYBA members area lets you download the latest version of the book and…
Grow Your Band’s Audience Seminar 7/16/04
Another edition of the classic workshop where artists discover their perfect gig and meet five types of tastemakers who can help grow their audience. You can learn more about these tips and techniques in Grow Your Band’s Audience, and you…
2005 DIY Music Festival Call For Entries
The 2005 DIY Music Festival is now accepting entries for its annual awards ceremony and showcase, which teams top independent talent with nationally-recognized acts as part of the 2005 DIY Convention in Los Angeles.
Seeking Performance Coaches
We’re compiling a listing of music *performance* coaches (as opposed to *business* coaches like us). If you’re a performance coach or know one we should be listing, e-mail me or drop a line in the comments below…