What They'll Never Tell You about the Music Business: The Myths, the Secrets, the Lies (and a Few Truths)

Book 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!


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.


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The music industry is at a turning point. Over the next decade, global controversies over complex copyright and royalty issues brought about by changes in technology and by the Internet will continue to rage, and the resolution of those conflicts will have profound consequences. Never has it been more important for the millions of people worldwide who care about music -- both music business professionals and consumers -- to have at their fingertips the facts necessary for making informed decisions that will bring the promises of the future to fruition.


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