It's Called The Music BUSINESS.: Recent Episodes
Bobby Drake
A morning read, and my take on those reads as it relates to pursuing a career as a songwriter and producer in the business.
Temporarily suspending the podcast for the next two weeks while I clean up the digital warehouse and make it proper for guests...YOU!
Have you ever wondered how it all adds up or what you might need from the Harry Fox Agency? Listen Up.
So why arent you part of a working union if you're trying to be a working artist? Listen Up.
The definition of what a producer should do is sometimes too narrow and doesn't express why you need one. Listen Up.
More money is available if you are the performer of your works but islts a little tricky to navigate. Listen Up.
How is it that some artists POP out of nowhere with all this support while others struggle along forever? Listen Up.
So theres a couple of things you're going to want to pay close attention to on those PRO statements, Listen Up.
So these are really great ideas for getting through those difficult conversations when you do not like the record or want to keep pushing it. Listen Up.
So these sites you definitely want to check to see if they are still active, but going down the rabbit hole of Google Search will lead you in the right direction. Listen Up.
Having those conversations in the writing session is the best place for them because here's how the splits work. Listen Up
So everyone wants to collab but no one wants to talk about the basics? NO you can't take your party BACK. Unless.. Listen Up.
The ins and outside (an overview) of a sub publisher and what that means overs eww as for your music. Listen Up.
How many competitions are there? Lots, here a brief non comprehensive list though. Listen Up..
Remember when Aloe Blacc did the Kaepernick commercial for the Superbowl and we were all mad at Spotify's payout( still right?) ? Well, DON'T KNOW his situation, but feels like this is what he should've got on the front end of that deal...Listen Up.
Same grit same determination but the splits in terms of market share are important factors to consider. Listen Up.
THE NUMBERS!!! Please, consult an Entertainment Attorney with ANY negotiation first. Listen Up.
The infamous....placement. Synchronous Licensing and all its glory. You think you know what's required but do you? Listen Up.
SESAC has a Value Factor and you NEED to hear about along with all their breakdowns on payments as well. Listen Up.
The wrap up on the BMI numbers for royalties concerning tv performances and whew-is it detailed! Listen Up
What EXACTLY does ASCAP do to get money from television for songwriters/publishers??? ... Listen Up.
Strap in it's a mouthful as we dive into the breakdowns (circa 2013 check today's #'s) of revenue per song per category in television for songwriters
Theres more than just finishing your song, there is how do we define what the song is for airplay. Here's a list of those genres on the charts
I mean if you take into account that no record performs without hard work you can plan your royalty streams according to the truth and not the fantasy. Listen Up;
Sandy beaches, champagne and untamed massages that would be the life...but it's not. I think you see where this is going, Listen Up.
Compilation Albums are always tricky. There are some good guys out there I hope...I know I've been part of a few. Here's what to look for to avoid the oke-doke. Listen up.
Theres no easy way to say this but the world's not fair (IKR). Which means at times you will run across someone that wants your money and will use your dreams to get it. Let's stop them. Listen up.
The ways in which someone is compensated will always determine their level of effort... believe that and listen up.
So, someone tells you that if you cut them a check they'll make the rejection go away huh?? Listen to this series FIRST.
Can you imagine, attorneys who are open to working with you to get you deals??? Well, not exactly but close. Listen up...
Everyone says they know but we still hear horror stories every quarter so what should you do?
Is there a reason why you should pitch to artists that dont have major label backing? Why I believe there is...
A little more detail about how the contract offer works with a Staff writing position for a music publisher.
Top sheets are these wonderful tools that give you all the info you need but where do you get tip sheets? Listen Up...
The one thing that you need to do with a good song is get it out, but what is "getting it out?" Today we break down the first step in pitching your song, in under 10 min.
Picking up from yesterday, I go deeper into "This Business of Songwriting" by Jason Blume and the relationship steps that occur to get a songwriting staff writer position.
A morning read of "Damn Good Advice (For People With Talent)..." by George Lois and "This Business of Songwriting..." by Jason Blume and how they relate to the efforts of writing a song every week.