Music School for Songwriting, Business, Production, Management, and More

Most music schools and books about the music business seem to concentrate on making music and doing deals. While those subjects are very valuable indeed, it's equally important to arm one's self with the knowledge of the street — some practical advice that may be passed over in books and … Read More

A bio is the cement that holds a press kit together. It should: 1. Create an identity.2. Define a musical style.3. Lead the reader directly to the music. Who needs bios? Recording artists, songwriters, performers and producers all benefit from well-written bios. "Send your tape, bio and … Read More

I recently wrote about recognizing opportunity and then seizing it. In this article, I'm going to make it even easier for you. I'm going to show you the fastest, cheapest, and easiest way to make money with your music. I'm surprised you haven't figured it out for yourself yet. You stare at it … Read More

If you want your songs to stand the test of time, you have to build them solidly from the ground up. These are ten things you'll need: The cornerstone: a unique title, a dramatic situation.The title is the emotional center of the song. Come up with as suggestive a title as you can, one that … Read More

To better understand the role of the music publisher (which is, in effect, that of an agent, manager, lawyer, and business advisor to the songwriter), the following represents a brief summary of some of the music publisher's responsibilities: Singles and Albums: One of the primary roles of the … Read More