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Managing Artists in Pop Music: What Every Artist and Manager Must Know to Succeed
Managing Artists in Pop Music What Every Artist and Manager Must Know to Succeed Author:Mitch Weiss, Perri Gaffney A guide to the secrets of successful management in the popular music business, designed for music managers and artists. Using a story as a thread ("a week in the life of a music manager"), it presents scenarios from a manager's work life along with the legal and business skills to master them. Through stories of real-life famous artist manager t... more »eams, the authors analyse, criticise and detail what a manager ought to learn to be an effective advisor and representative. Co-written by a performing arts manager and an actress/journalist, the volume is designed to teach future music managers and artists how to acquire clients, negotiate contracts, develop an image, administer taxes and finances, and deal with promoters, media, attorneys and unions. A special chapter tells artists what to look for in a manager, how to sign fair management contracts, and how to avoid career manipulation. There are industry guidelines, sample contracts, sure-fire career tips, and a photo of acclaimed industry icons.« less