Complete Getsigned.com Article List: A&R, record deals, getting signed, bands, music promotion, music law, playing live, touring

Complete Getsigned.com Article List

Music 'Biz News - Oct 18, 2005

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2005 A&R Registry Now Shipping-- Important A&R Contact Updates! - We have the brand new November/December 2005 A&R Registry in stock and on sale at Getsigned.com.

Music 'Biz News - Mar 20, 2005

Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Guitar Books & DVDs Now On Sale at Getsigned.com - Our Metal Vocal Instructional DVDs have become so popular with indie singers, that we had an idea: Why not offer rock & metal GUITAR books & DVDs at Getsigned.com so their guitarists don't feel left out? Check out these extreme metal guitar tab instructional books & DVDs from the best (and fastest) shredders in the world. You'll never miss another Pantera lick again!

Advice: Getting Signed - Mar 20, 2005

The Disservice Performed by American Idol: Why Getting Signed To A Major Record Label Is Harder Than It Looks On TV - Chicago-based attorney Joseph Siprut weighs in on the American Idol phenomena and explains why its message is a disservice to all aspiring artists.

Advice: Music Lessons - Mar 20, 2005

Get Moving!--Singing Better When You Move Your Body - Vocal coach to the stars Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, Scott Weiland, John Rzeznik, more) returns with a great new article on how you can improve your singing...by moving your body! Check it out here...

Advice: Getting Signed - Sep 7, 2004

'Idol' winners aren't singing all the way to the bank - "...'American Idol' is a monstrous moneymaker - for creator Simon Fuller, for the judges, for Fox, for virtually anyone who touches it. Except, perhaps, for the once-unknown singers plucked from places such as Snellville, Ga., or High Point, N.C., and thrust into millions of households each week..."

Music 'Biz News - Sep 2, 2004

Sept./Oct. 2004 A&R Registry Now Shipping! - Many top A&R scouts and executives have either been fired, quit or have moved on to other record labels in the past 2 months. Are your record label/A&R phone numbers fresh and up to date? If you're sending out press kits & demos to record labels and A&R executives, you need to have the newly updated, September/October 2004 A&R Registry.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 5, 2004

Win an Endorsement Deal from Gibson Guitars - "...Gibson Guitar Corp. will host "Gibson A Go Go -- L.A. Rock Show," a multi-act concert featuring a headlining performance by Atlantic recording artists, Shinedown on Tues. Aug. 24th at the world-famous Whisky A Go Go in Los Angeles. The event is designed to serve as a talent showcase to help local, unsigned rock acts that are potentially on the brink of national success. Unsigned bands will be invited to perform in opening performance slots with Shinedown and compete for a Gibson endorsement deal and prize package..."

Advice: Music Law - Jun 30, 2004

Dear Ron: "How Much In Royalties Do We Give Our Fired Guitarist?" - This week, Music Attorney Ron Bienstock (Goo Goo Dolls, Billy Joel, etc.) answers your Biz/Legal questions including: "how to determine record royalties for fired band members", "how much should artists be paid by being on a compilation CD", "who owns the rights to your songs" and much more!

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 30, 2004

The True Meaning of Being INDIE - This week, Guerrilla Music Marketing expert Bob Baker (Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook) checks in with Getsigned.com with a brand new article about the true meaning of being an independent musician. Check out Bob's opinion and see if you agree with him here...

Music 'Biz News - Jun 8, 2004

The Record Producer & Recording Engineer Directory Now Available - The Music Business Registry (publishers of the A&R Registry) have just released The Record Producer & Recording Engineer Directory--a groundbreaking new directory that lists the direct dial phone numbers and private email addresses of 1600 multi-platinum record producers & engineers!

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 3, 2004

How to Use Your Band's Music Gear to Boost Your Online CD Sales - Author Mihkel Raud (How to Build a Music Website That Sells) returns to Getsigned.com this week to share some pretty unorthodox (yet powerful) tips on how to increase your CD sales from your band's web site. If you have an indie CD, you don't want to miss these tips!

Music 'Biz News - Jun 3, 2004

July & August 2004 A&R Registry Now Shipping! - Many hirings and firings have occurred in the past month in the Music Industry. If you're sending out press kits & demos to record labels, you need to have the newly updated, July/August 2004 A&R Registry. Are your record label/A&R contacts up to date?

Music 'Biz News - Jun 1, 2004

Ozzy Looking For 8 Unsigned Bands For OZZfest - "Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne are looking for the next great band to rock the OZZfest 2004 main-stage alongside Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Slayer and more. Auditions will be held coast-to-coast to find eight UNSIGNED, undiscovered bands to take part in a final competition yielding one lucky winner. In-person auditions will be held in Los Angeles on June 11th and New York on June 18th 2004...."

Music 'Biz News - May 24, 2004

May/June 2004 A&R Registry Now Shipping! - More changes have occurred this month in the Music Industry. If you're sending out press kits & demos to record labels, you need to have the newly updated, May/June 2004 A&R Registry. Are your record label/A&R contacts up to date?

The completely updated May/June 2004 edition of The A&R Registry is now available at Getsigned.com! The A&R Registry is the Industry's ONLY A&R directory that keeps you completely up-to-date with all of the activity in the Record Label A&R Depts. in LA, NY, Nashville, Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, Toronto & Vancouver.

Get the latest copy HERE.

Advice: Music Promotion - May 24, 2004

BANDS: What Used to Be Called 'Selling Out' is Now Called 'Building Your Brand' - "...Bottom line, bands are no longer just musicians and artists. As Clem Snide's manager, Dan Efram, inferred in the LA Times article, they're salesmen of their image and potential marketing partners with interested labels. 'Let's face it, said Efram. Building a band is like building a brand..."

Advice: Getting Signed - May 24, 2004

Technology Helps Bands Hit It Big - "...Joe Berman looks for new bands. Typically, that means hanging out in dive bars, enduring hours of unlistenable music by groups whose rock 'n' roll dreams far exceed their talent, praying for the occasional act that shows promise..."

Advice: Music Law - May 4, 2004

Cover Songs: Three Ways to Obtain Mechanical Licenses, for Legally Recording or Distributing Cover Versions on CD - Would you like to record another artist's songs--but don't know where to start? Have no fear--Dale is here! Artist and Guitar One editor Dale Turner checks in with Getsigned.com this week with an informative new article about how you can record famous artist's songs for your own CD projects.

Advice: Playing Live - May 4, 2004

Improvisation & Surprises: The Key to a Great Cover Band - Indie artist Kevin Minihan returns to Getsigned.com this week to share his tips on how you can turn your ho-hum cover band into an exciting, crowd-pleasing, money-making machine!

Advice: Music Promotion - May 4, 2004

Mixing and Mastering Tips for Your Music - Need some tips on how to spice up your home recordings--without spending much money? Author Jeffrey Fisher (Profiting from your Music and Sound project Studio) shares his mixing and mstering techniques that will make your demo mixes come alive!

Advice: Music Promotion - Mar 2, 2004

Dear Po: "Will An Indie Artist Find Fame Faster in Canada than in the U.S.?" - This week Press Kit expert Mike Po (The Press Kit: A Rock Band's Survival Guide, Smashing Pumpkins, etc.) answers more of your music 'biz questions regarding what to include in your press kit, getting signed, being too young for a record deal, being too old for a record deal and much more. Po's your music 'biz lifeline...and you can only reach him here on Getsigned.com!

Music 'Biz News - Mar 1, 2004

March/April 2004 A&R Registry Now Available! - MASSIVE CHANGES have occurred this past week in the Music Industry. The Warner Music Group began the downsizing of over 1000 people. In addition, just this week alone, four other A&R Executives were let go or exited their respective labels.

The completely updated MARCH/APRIL 2004 edition of The A&R Registry is now available at Getsigned.com. The A&R Registry is the Industry's ONLY A&R directory that keeps you completely up-to-date with all of the activity in the Record Label A&R Depts. in LA, NY, Nashville, Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, Toronto & Vancouver.

Get the latest copy HERE.

Advice: Music Promotion - Feb 24, 2004

How to Learn From Your Fans Regarding Your CD Sales - Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records, Part #2) returns this week to Getsigned.com with a brand new article about how talking with your fans regularly will boost your CD sales and put you one step closer to being 100% self-supportive. Check out Tim's music marketing tips here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Feb 20, 2004

Current Opportunities For Indie Label Success - Getsigned.com best selling author Peter Spellman (Record Company Business Plan & Indie Power) posted this great article on his website a few years ago about what it takes to start your own record label and it's just as true now as it was in '99 when he wrote this. Enjoy!

Advice: Music Promotion - Feb 9, 2004

How Going to Parties Can Help Your Music Career - Performing artist and Getsigned.com member Kevin Minihan returns to Getsigned.com this week with even more unorthodox ways to promote your band. Check out his powerful networking & music promotion tips here.

Music 'Biz News - Feb 1, 2004

Special Sale Price on Booking Software GIGORAMA - March 12, 2004, New York, NY--Getsigned.com is proud to announce an exclusive deal with the makers of GIGORAMA--a powerful, easy-to-use gig management/booking software package--which will allow us to offer our users, for a limited time, this handy book & software package for the very special price of just $39.95. That's $30 off the normal retail price!

With GIGORAMA, musicians can easily book gigs, schedule lessons, print ready-to-sign contracts(!), view and print earning/expense summaries and import over 1,200 club and venue contacts from the legendary Recording Industry Sourcebook.

Get your copy HERE.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 7, 2004

How To Write A Music Marketing Plan That Will Help You Reach Your Goals - Author Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records, Part #2) shares his tips on how you can make a music marketing plan that will help you reach your music career goals in 2004.

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 21, 2003

Dear Po: "How Do I Get Major Distribution For My Indie Record Label?" - Our resident music 'biz wise-ass Mike Po (The Press Kit: A Rock Band's Survival Guide, Smashing Pumpkins, etc.) returns this week to answer your questions about starting a record label, getting distribution for your record label, and if band newsletters are really all that effective. Get straight talk (no b.s.)about your music career from Po...only at Getsigned.com.

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 20, 2003

The Four Keys to Musical Success - Self-promotion expert Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion in the Music Business") shares his four keys to musical success. Check 'em out and see if you agree with him here.

Advice: Demo Tips - Dec 14, 2003

Home Recording Tips: "Dear John, How Can I Make My Digital Recordings Sound Warmer and Better?" - Mastering pro John Vestman (Sting, Great White, Hole, Candyman, etc.) answers a fresh batch of your questions this week about getting the best sound out of your digital recording set-up, track-bounce/dump settings, pro mastering secrets and much more! Do you have a question for John? The only place to ask him is here.

Advice: Demo Tips - Dec 4, 2003

Making Records 'Inside the Box', The Computer as a Recording Studio: PART I - This week, we're excited to welcome our newest contributor to Getsigned.com, Producer/Engineer Max Feldman (U2, Lauryn Hill, John Mayer, Dave Matthews, the Mammals, etc.). Each month, Max will share years of recording & production tips & tricks to make your indie CDs sound like the pros!

Advice: Music Lessons - Dec 1, 2003

Singing Lessons December 1, 2003: "Dear Mark, How Can I Sing Like Audioslave & Soundgarden?" - Vocal coach Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, American High-Fi, Goo Goo Dolls, Amiee Mannn, more) answers a fresh batch of your questions this week on how to sing like Chris Cornell of Soundgarden & Audioslave, how smoking affects your singing voice, how to bring out your best voice and much more. Read Mark's answers and ask your own singing question here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 30, 2003

How Artists & Music 'Biz Entrepreneurs Can Adapt to the Changing Music Business - Author Peter Spellman (Record Company Business Plan) discusses the many music industry changes occurring in 2003 and 2004 and how your music career can benefit from these changes. Read his excellent article, "THE FUTURE OF MUSIC CAREERS: QUANTUM CAREER DEVELOPMENT IN A TRANSFORMING INDUSTRY" here.

Advice: Music Law - Nov 30, 2003

10 Big Myths About Copyrights Explained - Think your music is protected on the Internet and beyond? It may not be! Author Brad Templeton exposes the 10 big myths about copyrights here...

Advice: Demo Tips - Nov 20, 2003

Home Recording Tips: "Dear John, How Do I Get a Big Sound Recording at Home on a Small Budget?" - Mastering engineer John Vestman (Sting, Great White, Hole, Candyman, etc.) returns to Getsigned.com this week to answer your questions about pro miking techniques, good low-cost microphones, EQ & compression settings, mastering tips and more! Do you have a question for John? The only place to ask him is here.

Advice: Music Lessons - Nov 20, 2003

Singing Lessons November 20, 2003: "Dear Mark, How Can I Reach the High Notes When I Sing?" - Vocal coach and Getsigned.com singing guide Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, Vertical Horizon, American High-Fi, Goo Goo Dolls, Amiee Mannn, more) returns this week to answer your questions on how to scream in falsetto, holding your falsetto notes, how to reach the high notes when you sing, how to relax your voice and much more. Read Mark's answers and ask your own singing question here.

Advice: Playing Live - Nov 17, 2003

Can�t find a gig? Get out on the street! - Performing artist and Getsigned.com member Kevin Minihan says that the best opportunities to perform your music can be in the most unusual venues--even out on the streets! Check out Kevin's unorthodox gig tips and share your own here.

Advice: Playing Live - Nov 17, 2003

How Much You Should Pay A Booking Agent To Book Shows For You - Want to hire a booking agent to help you book live shows, but don't know how much a booking agent charges for their services? Getsigned.com community guide Jason Appleton and Music Row attorney/artist manager Steve Weaver answer that question in detail in our industry forums here...

Music 'Biz News - Nov 16, 2003

Berklee Press Releases Guide to Becoming Your Own Music Publisher - Boston, November 14--Berklee Press announced today the release of MAKING MUSIC MAKE MONEY: An Insider's Guide to Becoming Your Own Music Publisher, by Eric Beall, Creative Director of Zomba Music. MAKING MUSIC MAKE MONEY provides an insider's view of the lucrative music publishing business, and offers practical tips toward helping writers effectively assume their rightful role as a publisher of their own music--and make the most money...

Advice: Getting Signed - Nov 10, 2003

No Record Deal? Just Sign Yourself! - "...What do David Gray, Damien Rice and Jamie Cullum have in common? Well, apart from being among the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful musical artists to have emerged from Britain in recent years, all of them kick-started their careers by recording and releasing albums on their own independent labels. They are among a new breed of DIY stars, artists who have risen to the top almost entirely under their own steam."

Advice: Artist Management - Nov 10, 2003

How to Pick the Right Manager For Your Music Career - Author and musician Bobby Borg (Warrant, "The Musicians Handbook") returns to Getsigned.com this week with some straight-talk about the colorful world of artist management and shares his tips on what you should look for in a manager and how to go about finding the best one for you and your band.

Music 'Biz News - Oct 28, 2003

Indie Bible 5.0 Released! - INDIE BIBLE 5.0, the all-new updated musician's resource, has just been released. The INDIE BIBLE 5.0 shows you the best places where you can get your music reviewed, your songs played, and your CDs sold in 2003/2004...

Advice: Playing Live - Oct 24, 2003

How To Set Up Your Own Indie Tour, Pt. #2 - Our resident rock legend Mike Po (The Press Kit: A Rock Band's Survival Guide) returns to Getsigned.com this week with Part #2 of his article on why bands need to play live to be self-supportive and how you can set up your very own indie tour. Bad food, cranky club owners, and indie music groupies await you here.

Advice: Music Law - Oct 20, 2003

Dear Ron: "How Much Money Do Record Labels Pay Artists With Typical Record Deals?" - Music Attorney Ron Bienstock (Goo Goo Dolls, Billy Joel, etc.) answers your Biz/Legal questions including: "what percentage should I expect to receive once I sign with a major label?", "how do I get into artist management?", "when do I need an attorney for my band?" and much more!

Advice: Music Promotion - Oct 13, 2003

How Your Shoes Can Affect Your CD Sales - Author Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records, Part #2) explains how your shoes will negatively impact your indie CD sales in this provocative new article!

Advice: Artist Management - Oct 13, 2003

Money-making Music Strategies for Indie Artists - Author Jeffrey Fisher (Moneymaking Music, Ruthless Self-Promotion) returns to Getsigned.com this week with a great new article about how indie artists can get the most return for the moneymaking music investments. Jeffrey's simple saving tips could make you and your band wealthy!

Music 'Biz News - Oct 7, 2003

"Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook" Appears in Jack Black's "The School of Rock" Film - Long-time Getsigned.com contributor and author Bob Baker is enjoying widespread exposure with the appearance of his best-selling Getsigned.com book, "Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook" in the hit film "The School of Rock" starring Jack Black. So, how did he manage to get that kind of high-profile placement? By using the same guerrilla techniques he advocates in the book! Read more...

Advice: Music Promotion - Oct 7, 2003

How to Increase CD Sales at Your Live Shows - "...before you guys go on stage, and your mingling, introducing yourself to new people YOU DONT KNOW, talking up the band, your plans, and whatever else, you guys would DOUBLE your live show sales by simply..."

Advice: Music Law - Sep 29, 2003

Music Law Q&A, October 2003: "Why Major Label Deals May Be Bad For Your Music Career" - Music Attorney Ron Bienstock (Goo Goo Dolls, Billy Joel, etc.) returns to Getsigned.com this week to answer your Biz/Legal questions including: "Should I sign with an indie or major record label?", "Who do I need permission from to record a cover song?", "How do I become a record label mogul?" and much more!

Advice: Playing Live - Sep 29, 2003

Why Bands NEED to Play Live and How To Set Up Your Own Indie Tour, Pt. #1 - Rock legend Mike Po ("The Press Kit: A Rock Band's Survival Guide") returns to Getsigned.com with an info-packed article on why bands need to play live to be self-supportive (and go platinum, of course) and how you can set up your own indie tour playing lucrative regional and national markets. Get out of the garage and into the spotlight with Po's new article!

Music 'Biz News - Sep 22, 2003

Tim Sweeney Releases "Guide to Releasing Independent Records, Part 2" - Author Tim Sweeney has just released the follow-up to his International best-seller, Tim Sweeney�s Guide To Releasing Independent Records, Part #1. In this new audio book, "Guide to Releasing Independent Records, Part #2", Tim promises to teach you proven major label music marketing techniques that will help you sell 10,000 or more CDs in your home market and state/province. Here's a sample of what Part #2 offers...

Advice: Artist Management - Sep 17, 2003

How to Overcome Age Discrimination in the Music �Biz by Learning to Musically Mature - This week, author Bobby Borg (The Musicians Handbook) discusses a sensitive but real issue in the music 'biz today, age discrimination, and offers his advice on how you can succeed in music regardless of your age.

Advice: Getting Signed - Sep 12, 2003

10 Quick Tips To Getting A Record Deal - Getsigned.com note: EMI Records' A&R manager, Matthew Rumbold, goes on the record with 10 very basic (yet effective) tips on scoring a record deal.

Advice: Playing Live - Sep 10, 2003

How to Get Gigs Beyond Your Local Market - "...Scores of groups down the years have organized gig swaps - or co-operative tours. If you can find three or four like minded groups in different cities then you can get your own little circuit going..."

Advice: Music Lessons - Sep 5, 2003

Singing Lessons 9/2003: "Dear Mark, How Do I Sing While I'm Sick?" - September's here, school's back in, and and your Vocal instructor Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, Vertical Horizon, Amiee Mannn) is ready to begin his lessons! This week, Mark answers your questions on how to sing, singing while you're sick, falsetto singing, teaching kids to sing and much more. Read Mark's answers and ask your own singing question here.

Advice: Getting Signed - Aug 31, 2003

Why A&R Scouts Only Want to Sign Unique Talent to Record Deals - Marketing consultant Chris Knab asks the question, "Is your music memorable?" and explains why making UNIQUE music in the midst of imitators will help you get noticed quicker by A&R scouts who are looking to sign new artists.

Advice: Artist Management - Aug 28, 2003

An Introduction to Booking Original Bands - Artist management consultants Scott Curtis and Janet Johnson discuss the competitive world of booking and share tips on how you and your band can stand out in the crowd and get the best gigs available....for the most money!

Advice: Getting Signed - Aug 26, 2003

Record Deals for Artists: Distribution & Demo Deals Explained - A&R scout Ian Steaman (Queen Latifah, Naughty by Nature, House of Pain), gives you the 411 on standard record deals, demo deals and distribution deals and answers your questions about starting your own record label, selling more of your CDs, how to make solid music industry contacts! Got a music 'biz/urban music question for Ian? The only place to ask him is here!

Advice: Music Promotion - Aug 21, 2003

Turning Good Deeds Into Powerful Publicity For Your Band - Music marketing expert Bob Baker ("Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook") checks back in this week with an exclusive Getsigned.com article on how you can turn your good deeds into powerful free publicity for your music career. Check it out here...

Advice: Music Lessons - Aug 18, 2003

Singing Lessons 8/2003: "Dear Mark, How Do I Sing In Key?" - Vocal coach and Getsigned.com singing guide Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, Vertical Horizon, Amiee Mannn, more) is back this week to answer your questions on how to sing in key, creating a raspy voice, making your voice sound good on tape (or CD), finding a good singing teacher and much more. Read Mark's answers and ask your own singing question here.

Advice: Artist Management - Aug 18, 2003

Why Serious Artists Treat Their Bands As Businesses - This week, author Bobby Borg (The Musicians Handbook) explains why you must treat your band (or solo act) as a BUSINESS if you want to be a self-supportive indie artist and shares some great introductory tips on how to get started.

Music 'Biz News - Aug 16, 2003

Warner, BMG Close in on Music Merger - NOTE from Getsigned.com: This merger will only make it harder for unsigned artists to get signed. That's why we've always stressed how important it is for artists to take control of their own music careers - with or without a record deal.

Music 'Biz News - Aug 15, 2003

How Live CDs Can Add Cash To An Indie Artist's Pocket - Note from Getsigned.com: If you are a live act, this article may give you some ideas as to how your band can open up a new revenue stream - live CDs! Read on...

"...They'll probably never replace T-shirts, but live CDs are starting to make headway as the new concert souvenir..."

Advice: Artist Management - Aug 11, 2003

Playing Cover Songs: When Should Your Band Play Someone Else's Music? - Getsigned.com contributors and artist management consultants Scott Curtis and Janet Johnson discuss the pros & cons of playing cover songs and how your band could make some serious money performing them live.

Advice: Demo Tips - Aug 5, 2003

6 Tips to Make Your Home Recordings Come Alive - Mastering engineer John Vestman (Sting, Great White, Hole, Candyman, etc.) shares more great low-cost tips that will make your home recordings come alive!

Advice: Music Promotion - Aug 4, 2003

7 Guerrilla Marketing Ideas That Will Boost Your Music Career - Music marketing expert Bob Baker ("Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook") checks in this week with a primer on Guerilla Marketing and shares 7 low cost, unconventional marketing tips that will boost your music career in no time!

Advice: Music Lessons - Aug 4, 2003

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, August 2003 - Vocal coach and Getsigned.com singing guide Mark Baxter (Steven Tyler, Vertical Horizon, Amiee Mannn, more) returns to Getsigned.com this week to answer your questions on how to sing heavy metal properly, projecting your voice, remedies to strengthen your voice, vocal endurance and more. Read Mark's answers and ask your own singing question here.

Music 'Biz News - Aug 4, 2003

Why New Rappers Would Rather Be Pimps Than Gangstas - "...Ten years ago, it seemed as if every rapper wanted to be a gangsta. Now, everyone wants to be a pimp. 50 Cent and Snoop Dogg strut in full pimp regalia, surrounded by a bevy of beauties, in their new video "P.I.M.P." Rappers like Lil' Jon bounce through their videos holding jewel-encrusted chalices popularized by pimps..."

Music 'Biz News - Jul 30, 2003

Bands: How To Make Your Own Luck - Why does it seem like some artists have all the luck--the best music opportunities, the best gigs, and the best exposure, while some bands do not? Check out this great article from fastcompany.com that teaches you how to be one of the lucky few.

Advice: Artist Management - Jul 30, 2003

20 Things You NEED To Know About Working With A Record Producer - Author Bobby Borg (The Musicians Handbook) returns to Getsigned.com this week with a great new article about record producers. Before you hook up with one, you need to read these 20 tips.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 29, 2003

Billboard's R&B/Hip Hop Conference Set for 8/6-8/8 in Miami Beach - "...This year's event promises industry-savvy speakers, informative panels, and skills-sharpening workshops that will help those in R&B and hip-hop meet the challenges of a changing industry landscape buffeted by consolidation, a slowing economy..."

Music 'Biz News - Jul 29, 2003

2003 American Idol Auditions Coming To A City Near You - In case anyone out there cares to be humiliated on that horrible television show, American Idol is holding auditions in a U.S. city near you. Our advice? Work you a** off, read Getsigned.com articles everyday, make good music and you won't need to audition for these idiots.

Advice: Artist Management - Jul 28, 2003

How To Operate a Successful Self-Managed Band - Getsigned.com contributors and artist management consultants Scott Curtis and Janet Johnson discuss the differences between a band...and a successful band and share tips on how you can transform your band into a money-making powerhouse!

Advice: Getting Signed - Jul 25, 2003

Ian's A&R and Music 'Biz Q&A, July 25, 2003 - Urban A&R expert, former GM of Urban Music for Tommy Boy Records, Ian Steaman (Queen Latifah, Naughty by Nature, De La Soul, House of Pain, etc.), returns to Getsigned.com to answer your questions about press kits, clean versus raw rapping, selling more of your CDs, being too old to be signed and much much more! Got a music 'biz/urban music question for Ian? The only place to ask him is here!

Advice: Demo Tips - Jul 25, 2003

5 Deadly Demo Sins Every Artist Should Avoid - This week, artist manager and 'biz insider Stacy Lefevre returns to Getsigned.com and updates his classic how-to article, "5 Deadly Demo Sins Every Artist Should Avoid." Are you committing a home recording sin? Find out here.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 24, 2003

Backstreet Boy to Open Music 'Biz Academy in Louisville, KY - "...Backstreet Boy Kevin Richardson is opening a music academy in downtown Louisville next month in hopes that aspiring singers, songwriters and producers won't have to leave Kentucky to break into the music industry. Tentatively called 'The Music Workshop', the offices will be a catchall for those curious about a career in music..."

Advice: Music Promotion - Jul 24, 2003

Why Emailing Your Fans Regarding Your Next Live Show Isn�t Working - Do your live show announcements go unnoticed by your email list? Indie music expert Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records) shows you how to get fans out to your shows by building an *effective* email list. Check out Tim's marketing tips here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jul 21, 2003

4 Steps to Unlocking Your Musical Creativity! - Going through a "dry spell" with your songwriting? This week, author Jeffrey Fisher (Ruthless Self Promotion) shares his 4 steps to unlocking your musical creativity.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 17, 2003

Music Retailer to Offer L.A. Indie Bands Live Shows, Free Advertising, 'Biz Opportunities - "...Retailers can talk all they want about supporting unsigned independent acts, but mega-retailer Amoeba Music in Los Angeles is putting its money where its mouth is. As an outgrowth of its Home Grown program -- which affords free positioning and advertising to local performers who have released their own records -- Amoeba is teaming with House of Blues in L.A. to mount two summer shows featuring eight indie artists.."

Advice: Music Promotion - Jul 17, 2003

How to Make Your Band's Website Layout Your Most Powerful Sales Tool - Best selling author Mihkel Raud (�How to Build a Music Web Site That Sells�) stops by Getsigned.com this week to share tips that will help you build a better band website--and sell more of your CDs!

Advice: Artist Management - Jul 16, 2003

Ask Getsigned.com: When Does My Band Need A Manager? - You have music business questions...we have answers! Are you unsure as to when your band is ready to hire a manager to help get you some music opportunities? Getsigned.com contributors and artist management consultants Scott Curtis and Janet Johnson shed some much-needed light on this important subject.

Advice: Getting Signed - Jul 13, 2003

The Eight Reasons Why You Are Not Signed To A Record Deal (2003 update) - This week, artist manager and 'biz insider Stacy Lefevre updates his classic how-to article, "The Eight Reasons Why You Are Not Signed To A Record Deal."

Interviews - Jul 12, 2003

Interview with Mega-Manager Irving Azoff (Eagles, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Jewel, Journey, et al) - Legendary artist manager Irving Azoff (Eagles, Christina Aguilera, Seal, Jewel, Journey, et al) sounds off about the current state of the music industry, piracy, artist management, and much more in this revealing interview by Reuters/Billboard.

Advice: Playing Live - Jul 10, 2003

Renting Vs. Carting Equipment on the Road: Which is Right For Your Band? - This week, session ace and gigging hired-hand RAVI (Hanson) returns to Getsigned.com to explain the pros and cons of Renting Vs. Carting (hauling) your musical & sound equipment on the road. If you're planning on playing shows outside your local market anytime soon, this article is a must-read!

Advice: Getting Signed - Jul 9, 2003

How to Increase Your Odds at Getting Signed to a Record Deal - Author Bobby Borg (The Musicians Handbook) explains the process of getting signed and reveals ways that your music can grab a record label's attention.

Advice: Getting Signed - Jul 9, 2003

Why Patience is Just As Important To Getting Signed As Talent - Author Daylle Deanna Schwartz (THE REAL DEAL--How To Get Signed to a Record Label; START AND RUN YOUR OWN RECORD LABEL, etc.) returns to Getsigned.com with part #4 in her ongoing series on how to reach important music 'biz players. In this installment, Daylle explains why patience is just as important to your music career as talent.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 8, 2003

When Giving Away Your Music Can Be More Profitable Than Selling It - "...Jam band fans use updated technology to trade tunes, employing CD burners and the Internet more often than cassettes and the mail. The result is the same: The bands take a possible hit to record sales in favor of robust concert receipts. Few sign with major record labels, and those that do don't sell many discs. But jam bands boast fans--AND profits."

Advice: Getting Signed - Jul 7, 2003

What Is a Press Kit? - This week, Chicago indie label legend (Limited Potential Records: Smashing Pumpkins, Brainiac, etc.) and best-selling author Mike Po ("The Press Kit") de-mystifies the press kit and explains why having a good one could mean the difference between getting your music noticed...or getting it ignored. Read Po's exclusive excerpts from his informative new e-book "The Press Kit" here.

Music 'Biz News - Jul 6, 2003

2nd Annual DC Hip Hop Theatre Festival to Begin July 15 - "The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities and the New York City Hip Hop Theater Festival will join forces to produce the second annual DC Hip Hop Theater Festival from July 15 - 19, 2003. This free festival will include plays, poetry, dance and music featuring local and national hip hop performers plus panel discussions and workshops..."

Music 'Biz News - Jul 3, 2003

Billboard To Track 'Net Music Downloads - ..."Billboard magazine is charting new territory this week, adding data for the first time on sales of Internet music downloads to its lists of top-selling albums."

Music 'Biz News - Jul 3, 2003

2 Bands with Similar Names Fight It Out In Court - ..."A '70s rock trio argues in court that a platinum-selling boy band has no right to use its name...and then does an about-face."

Music 'Biz News - Jul 3, 2003

Get It In Writing: J. Lo Files Petition Against Ex-Manager - ..."Jennifer Lopez has filed a petition with California's labor commission that accuses her former representative, Benny Medina, of failing to have a valid talent agent's license while managing her career."

Advice: Demo Tips - Jun 30, 2003

How to Make Your Recordings Sound Like the Pros, July 2003 - This week, your Mastering advisor John Vestman (Sting, Great White, Hole, Rocket From The Crypt, Candyman, etc.) shares secret industry EQ settings and mic placements that will make your indie mixes sound like the pros!

Music 'Biz News - Jun 27, 2003

RIAA Threatens Orgy of Lawsuits - "...A recording-industry trade group said Wednesday it plans to sue hundreds of 'individuals' who illegally distribute copyright songs over the Internet, expanding its antipiracy fight into millions of homes...."

Advice: Getting Signed - Jun 21, 2003

Ian's A&R and Music 'Biz Q&A, June 23, 2003 - Our A&R expert, GM of Urban Music for Tommy Boy Records, Ian Steaman (Queen Latifah, Naughty by Nature, De La Soul, House of Pain, etc...), returns today to answer your questions about the music industry--and how you can break into it! Got a music 'biz question for Ian? The only place to ask him is here!

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 20, 2003

7 Steps to Getting What You Want for Your Band and Music Business - Self-promotion expert Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion in the Music Business") lists 7 steps/questions every band or music business must ask itself in order to be successful. Check 'em out and see if you agree with him here.

Advice: Artist Management - Jun 19, 2003

How to Create Your Own Musical Destiny! - Author Bobby Borg (The Musicians Handbook) shows you how to create your own music 'biz opportunities instead of waiting around for A&R reps to call you.

Advice: Playing Live - Jun 19, 2003

How to Get Lucrative Corporate Gigs for Your Band! - This week, session ace and recording artist RAVI (Hanson) says that some of the best money to be made as a gigging musician is performing at corporate events, and this week, only at Getsigned.com, he shows you how to get them!

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 18, 2003

Why Being Popular In Your Home Market Is Important for Artists - Indie music expert author Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records) explains why being popular in your home market leads to bigger and better things for your music career down the road.

Music 'Biz News - May 4, 2003

Record Labels Test Software To Thwart Downloaders - "...Some of the world's biggest record companies, facing rampant online piracy, are quietly financing the development and testing of software programs that would sabotage the computers and Internet connections of people who download pirated music, according to industry executives..."

Music 'Biz News - Mar 12, 2003

Juke box jury computer program 'predicts hit songs' - "...Record companies are to test a "juke box jury" computer program that can tell if a song is likely to top the charts..."

Advice: Playing Live - Mar 10, 2003

Session Work (Part 2): Do You Have What It Takes? - Getsigned.com's Mike Levine concludes his series on becoming an in-demand session player.

Advice: Playing Live - Feb 24, 2003

Getting Studio Work: So You Want to Be a Studio Player? - Have you ever wondered whether you could get work as a session player? Getsigned.com contributor Mike Levine shows you how to be an in-demand musical 'hired gun'.

Music 'Biz News - Feb 24, 2003

U.S. Senate to Probe Payola in Radio - "The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee plans to launch an investigation into alleged payolalike practices by some of the big radio groups that also own concert venues.."

Music 'Biz News - Feb 23, 2003

Eminem's Mom Says She Fears for His Life - "Eminem's mom says she fears for his life. In an interview with the television show Celebrity Justice, Debbie Nelson says the music industry is 'scary' and 'violent' and she's frightened because a lot of people take her son seriously.."

Music 'Biz News - Feb 23, 2003

Big Music's Broken Record - "The recording industry keeps repeating that file-sharing is ruining CD sales. If it looked for some other reasons, it would find lots of them.."

Advice: Demo Tips - Feb 18, 2003

What's In Your Home Recording Studio? - Self-promotion expert Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion in the Music Business") lists the music hardware and software tools he uses everyday in his home/project studio that make his music come alive. Check out Jeffrey's "must-haves" and see if you agree with his choices here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Feb 10, 2003

What Musicians Really Think of 'American Idol' - Music marketing expert Bob Baker ("Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook") recently asked hard-working indie musicians what they thought of the "American/Pop Idol" television program where stardom is instant--although a bit brutal (thanks to Simon). Read their shocking responses and post your own here.

Advice: Music Law - Jan 31, 2003

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, January 2003 - Music Attorney Ron Bienstock (Goo Goo Dolls, Billy Joel, etc.) returns to Getsigned.com this week to answer your Biz/Legal questions including: "Should I sell my beats outright or keep the copyrights to them?", "Is it right to pay the label to give me a record deal?", "What percentage does an indie label usually want of my publishing?" and much more!

Advice: Playing Live - Jan 31, 2003

How to Save Your Hearing When Playing Live - Author Mike Levine ("How to Be a Working Musician") shares his tips on how musicians can save one of their most valuable assets...their hearing!

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 31, 2003

Payola (part 3 of 5), How Stations React If You Try To Pay Them - Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish returns to Getsigned.com with Part #3 in his ongoing series about radio 'Payola' (pay-to-play). In this installment, Bryan explains why, despite the expectations that the artists have, paying to get played on radio almost never leads to regular rotation airplay for indie musicians.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 20, 2003

The Future of Music: Music CDs Versus DVDs - Better music quality, behind the scenes material, interviews with the artists, music videos, concert performances, alternate takes, unreleased demos, and video messages to fans are just a few reasons why Music DVDs are superior to CDs. Self-promotion expert Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion in the Music Business") explains how indie musicians can take advantage of this amazing technology NOW and beat the major labels at their own game.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 20, 2003

Does An Economic Recession Affect Your CD Sales? - Indie music expert author Tim Sweeney ("Guide to Releasing Independent Records") shows you how your band can increase its CD sales and prosper--even in tough economic conditions.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 10, 2003

The Truth About Radio Payola, Part #2: Legal Definitions - Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish returns to Getsigned.com with Part #2 in his ongoing series about radio
'Payola' (pay-to-play). In this installment, Bryan guides you through the legal definitions of Payola and explains why paying to
get played is still a bad strategy for indie musicians.

Advice: Playing Live - Jan 2, 2003

10 Crucial Gig Survival Tips -

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 24, 2002

How A Holiday Greeting Card Can Help You Sell More of Your Music -

Advice: Getting Signed - Dec 9, 2002

How Women Can Break Into Rap (And Still Respect Themselves in the Morning) - Getsigned.com's Urban Music correspondent, Greg Simms Jr., says it's not impossible for unsigned Urban women to get a foothold in this business and to be taken seriously as artists, but it is hard...REAL HARD. This week, Greg shares his tips on how women can break into the Rap game (and still respect themselves in the morning).

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 9, 2002

The Truth About Radio 'Payola', Part #1 of 5 - Veteran Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish reveals the hidden truth about radio 'Payola' (pay-to-play) and shares his tips on how indies can still get radio airplay without shelling out the big bucks here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 27, 2002

The Anatomy of Musical Success - Do you have what it takes to succeed in the music business? Author Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion In The Music Industry") thinks so and says that you already have three crucial ingredients to musical success already inside of you! This week, Jeffrey explains how your HEAD, your HEART, and your STOMACH may determine just how you successful you are in the music 'biz. Found out why here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 19, 2002

Are You Outgrowing Your Music...And Your Band? - Are you you the only one in your band booking and promoting your live shows, contacting radio stations for airplay
and generally, keeping things in order--with no help from your band mates? Author Tim Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent
Records) says you may be outgrowing your band and your music. This week, he shares a checklist of things that may indicate it's
time for you to move on here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 13, 2002

Why Clear Channel is Irrelevant for Indie Musicians - Veteran Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish explains why indie musicians will probably never receive much airplay on the world's largest radio stations--but that shouldn't really matter nor deter you from finding outlets that will play your music. This week, Bryan shares his strategies on how you CAN get significant airplay for your music without going through the major stations here.

Advice: Getting Signed - Nov 11, 2002

HOW TO REACH A&R PEOPLE, MANAGERS & AGENTS: Part #3: Making Initial Contact - Author Daylle Deanna Schwartz (THE REAL DEAL--How To Get Signed to a Record Label; START AND RUN YOUR OWN RECORD LABEL) returns to Getsigned.com with part #3 in her ongoing series on how to reach important music 'biz players. In this installment, Daylle shows you how to actually break through and make CONTACT with A&R reps, managers & agents.

Music 'Biz News - Nov 4, 2002

Online Music Sales Plummet - Sales of CDs and cassettes online have fallen by 25% in the first nine months of 2002, according to a survey. The increasing popularity of CD copying, or burning, and illegal song-swapping over the internet has been blamed for the drop...

Music 'Biz News - Oct 31, 2002

Jam Master Jay, Run-DMC DJ, Killed In Shooting - NEW YORK � Legendary hip-hop DJ Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC was shot and killed in Queens on Wednesday (October 30), according to police...

Advice: Playing Live - Oct 28, 2002

LANDING HIGH-PROFILE RECORDING SESSIONS - Session ace and recording artist RAVI returns to Getsigned.com with part #2 in his exclusive series on how you and your band can land the gigs of your dreams! Ravi reveals the secrets to getting the ULTIMATE session recording gigs here.

Music 'Biz News - Oct 26, 2002

Band Can't Sell Own Music on EBay - When indie artist George Ziemann tried to sell his own music on Ebay--the 'Net's largest marketplace--he was shocked to receive "cease and desist" notices from selling his own music!

Music 'Biz News - Oct 26, 2002

Where Will Today's Pop Stars Be in 30 Years? - Where will today's pop stars be in 30 years? Eminem, Pink, Justin Timberlake, and more -Entertainment Weekly's Tom Sinclair sees their future in his music-critic crystal ball...

Music 'Biz News - Oct 26, 2002

Music, Movie Industry Tells Your Boss About Your Downloads - Groups representing the entertainment industry have begun sending letters to the 1,000 biggest U.S. companies to make sure they're aware of the illegality of file sharing and the possible harmful effects it can have on their internal networks...

Music 'Biz News - Oct 25, 2002

Studios, RIAA warn CEOs on file trading - Record companies and movie studios are turning an anti-piracy spotlight on corporate America, sending a letter to top CEOs this week warning of illegal file trading going on at "a surprising number of companies."

Music 'Biz News - Oct 24, 2002

Music Industry Spins Falsehood - The recording industry says downloading music from the Internet is ruining our business, destroying sales and costing artists such as me money. Costing me money?

Advice: Music Promotion - Oct 22, 2002

Get FREE Stuff for Your Home Recording Studio - This week, author Jeffrey Fisher ("Ruthless Self-Promotion In The Music Industry") says that if you are willing to
part with some of your time, experience, and maybe a tiny bit of cash, you can get lots of cool, FREE things for your home recording studio. Found out how here.

Advice: Music Lessons - Oct 21, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, October 2002 -

Advice: Music Law - Oct 15, 2002

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, October 2002 -

Advice: Music Promotion - Oct 8, 2002

[The Truth About] Indie Publishing Royaltie$ from Radio - This week, veteran Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish is back and reveals the hidden truth about Indie publishing royalties from radio and advises artists what they should do to make the most money from radio airplay. Learn the secrets of radio promotion here.

Advice: Playing Live - Oct 7, 2002

How To Successfully Book 'Follow-Up' Gigs with Club Owners and Bookers - So, you've just finished a great gig at that cool club it took you months to get your band booked into...what next? Your Touring Advisor, author Jeri Goldstein (How To Be Your Own Booking Agent) returns to Getsigned.com with a great new article on how to successfully negotiate and book follow-up gigs with those hard-to-reach, hard-to-please club owners here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Sep 30, 2002

Are You Doing All You Can To Sell Your CDs? - Are you frustrated because your indie CDs aren't selling like they should--and you don't know why? Author Tim
Sweeney (Guide to Releasing Independent Records) says the reason may be because you aren't doing everything you can to make the
sale and he has a few suggestions to make it happen. Tim's tips on selling more CDs at your shows are here.

Advice: Getting Signed - Sep 23, 2002

HOW TO REACH A&R PEOPLE, MANAGERS & AGENTS: Part #2: How To Target and Reach Key (Music Business) Players - Author Daylle Deanna Schwartz (THE REAL DEAL--How To Get Signed to a Record Label; START AND RUN YOUR OWN RECORD LABEL) returns to Getsigned.com with part #2 in her ongoing series on how you can make contact with important music 'biz players. In this installment, Daylle shows you WHERE to look to get the names, phone numbers and addresses for record labels, A&R reps, managers and booking agents.

Advice: Music Promotion - Sep 18, 2002

How To Get Your Music Played On Commercial Radio, Part #1 - Veteran Indie radio promoter Bryan Farrish discusses the basics of radio promotion and shares useful tips on how to get your indie music played on commercial radio.

Advice: Music Promotion - Sep 10, 2002

Indie Artists Speak Out About the Sept. 11 Anniversary - To mark the one-year anniversary of the Sept. 11th attacks, music marketing expert Bob Baker ( "Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook") asked independent musicians from around the world how 9/11 had affected their music and how
they would be observing the anniversary. Read their heartfelt and surprising responses

Advice: Playing Live - Sep 3, 2002

How To Get the ULTIMATE Local Club Gig for Your Band! - Session ace and recording artist RAVI shows you how to get headlining gigs in the hottest venues, get opening gigs for the biggest signed bands, and get exciting session/studio/touring gigs with up-and-coming & established musical acts.

Advice: Getting Signed - Aug 31, 2002

How To Reach A&R Scouts, Managers & Agents - We're excited to welcome our newest contributor, author Daylle Deanna Schwartz! (THE REAL DEAL--How To Get Signed to a Record Label; START AND RUN YOUR OWN RECORD LABEL) Exclusively each month, Daylle will show you the tips and tricks on how to make contact with all those important music 'biz executives here.

Advice: Music Law - Aug 29, 2002

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, August 2002 -

Advice: Music Promotion - Aug 22, 2002

Using FLASH On Your Artist Website - Indie Music Promotion expert author Tim Sweeney (Guide To Releasing Independent Records) explains why you may be
doing more harm than good by using a lot of FLASH on your band's website. Read Tim's new REALITY CHECK and see if you agree with
him here.

Advice: Music Lessons - Aug 19, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, August 2002 -

Advice: Getting Signed - Aug 5, 2002

Which Music Styles An Unsigned Artist Should Pursue In Order to Get Signed, August 2002 - Are you sending your demos out to record labels only to have them rejected--and you don't know why? Maybe the reason is because the type of music you're performing is outdated and "uncool", and it's time you made some musical changes! Greg Simms Jr. returns with a brand new URBAN BEAT column and tells you what musical styles are HOT right now, and which ones are NOT.

Advice: Music Promotion - Aug 2, 2002

How to Impress Your Internship Employer and Become Successful in the Music Industry - Author Chris Knab ("Music Is Your Business") is back with a great new article on the best way to become a successful record executive, audio engineer, indie label owner or music industry mogul. Chris shows you what you need to do in order to get your foot in the music industry door (and knock it down.

Advice: Music Promotion - Jul 23, 2002

Secrets of Free Media Promotion - Self-Promotion expert author Jeffrey Fisher ("How to Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles", "Ruthless Self-Promotion") shows you how you and your band can promote your music---without spending a dime! Jeffrey's easy-to-use Publicity tips for artists are here:

Advice: Music Promotion - Jul 12, 2002

How An Indie Artist Can Get Radio Exposure Without A Recording Contract - Author Bob Baker ("Branding Yourself Online: How to Use the Internet to Become a Celebrity or Expert in Your Field") returns to Getsigned.com with an exclusive article on how your unsigned band can get radio exposure--just like signed recording acts! Learn about the untraditional ways Bob says can land your music on prime drive-time here:

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 19, 2002

Fresh New Ways to Grow Your Music [Business] Career - Self-Promotion expert author Jeffrey Fisher ("How to Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles", "Ruthless Self-Promotion") explains why coming up with new things to sell is just as crucial to your growth as an indie artist as coming up with new songs. Jeffrey shows you fresh new ways your band--as a business--can make a buck here:

Advice: Playing Live - Jun 17, 2002

Why Every Live Performance COUNTS - Want music career advancement? Your Touring Advisor, author Jeri Goldstein ("How To Be Your Own Booking Agent") explains how giving 100% at every live performance--whether the audience holds six or six thousand--can offer you and your music real grassroots career opportunities here:

Advice: Music Promotion - Jun 6, 2002

Like, Want & Need -

Advice: Getting Signed - Jun 3, 2002

How To Make A Hit Urban Song - Urban reporter Greg Simms Jr. lays out the blueprint for making a hit Urban song, today, only at Getsigned.com.

Advice: Getting Signed - May 20, 2002

10 Things You Should Know About Record Deals, A&R, and the Music 'Biz - Ever wonder what "points" are, how much money a band gets when they sign to a major label, what your cover letters should say to A&R scouts, and how much publishing you should give away? No sweat. Let Rick Goetz, Senior Director of A&R at Elektra Records, answer all of your record label and music 'biz questions here.

Advice: Getting Signed - May 6, 2002

Hip Hop: To Bling Or Not To Bling - We're proud to announce the launch of our newest column, URBAN BEAT--How To Break Into the Urban Music Industry, with hip-hop correspondent Greg Simms Jr. Each month, you�ll get honest opinions and analyses of the latest Urban music trends from Greg, insights as to where the Urban music industry is heading, tips on how to get in the game, and thought-provoking discussions about the issues that affect Urban music makers here.

Advice: Music Lessons - Apr 29, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, April 2002 -

Advice: Music Promotion - Apr 26, 2002

Keys to Musical Creativity -

Advice: Playing Live - Apr 15, 2002

The Right Documents for Booking Gigs - Ever booked a show for your band and had such a bad experience, you wished you would have gotten it all in writing with the club owner beforehand? Well, kiss those days goodbye! This week your Touring Advisor, author Jeri Goldstein (How To Be Your Own Booking Agent) shares the right kinds of performance agreements your band should use when booking live shows here:

Advice: Music Promotion - Apr 8, 2002

How To Get Sponsorship Deals That Pay - Indie Music Promotion expert author Tim Sweeney (Guide To Releasing Independent Records) says sponsorship deals can be a good source of income and opportunity if you know what kinds of companies to approach. This week, he shows you the best kinds of companies and how to approach them here.

Advice: Music Promotion - Apr 1, 2002

A Little Moneymaking Music Advice - Self-Promotion expert author Jeffrey Fisher ("How to Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles") shares five moneymaking music tips to help you earn more money from your music AND make your music industry career better here:

Advice: Music Lessons - Mar 22, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, March 2002 -

Advice: Music Law - Mar 1, 2002

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, March 2002 -

Advice: Demo Tips - Feb 25, 2002

Mixing & Mastering Q&As, February 2002 -

Advice: Music Lessons - Feb 18, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, February 2002 -

Advice: Music Promotion - Feb 11, 2002

Your Own Music Library Can Make Dollars & Sense - Are your old songs and unfinished tracks sitting around collecting dust? Polish off those 4-track treasures and start making money off of them! This week, Self-Promotion expert author Jeffrey Fisher ("How to Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles") shows you how to turn those forgotten musical masterpieces into cash-generating hits!

Advice: Music Law - Feb 4, 2002

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, February 2002 -

Advice: Music Lessons - Jan 28, 2002

Vocal Coach Mark Baxter answers your questions about singing, January 2002 -

Advice: Music Law - Jan 21, 2002

Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, January 2002 -

Advice: Music Promotion - Jan 14, 2002

How Others Perceive Your Musical Success May Be Just As Important As Achieving Real Success - Indie Music Promotion expert author Tim Sweeney (Guide To Releasing Independent Records) says it isn't enough to make a
great independent record these days to get the attention of music industry bigwigs---you have to do more! This week, he shows you
what you need to do to in order for your musical act to get noticed, get sponsored or get signed.

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 31, 2001

How To Set Up Your Home/Project Studio To Be More Efficient - Want to make your home studio efforts more productive & profitable? This week, Self-Promotion expert author Jeffrey Fisher ("How to Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles") shares ten ways you can turn your home/project studio into both a hit factory and a lean, mean, money-making machine.

Advice: Playing Live - Dec 26, 2001

Getting Accurate Audience Counts From Club Owners - If you perform your music in bars and clubs you know that your income is dependent on accurate head counts at the door from club owners and staff. Your Touring Advisor, author Jeri Goldstein (How To Be Your Own Booking Agent) explains why you shouldn't rely entirely on the club to tally your numbers and shows you how to make sure you get paid what you're due.

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 10, 2001

How Indie Bands CAN Outsell Major Label Acts - Getsigned.com founder Shawn Fields explains why he thinks indie artists can compete with and even OUTSELL major label artists and shares his tips on how your band can go Gold without a major label deal.

Advice: Playing Live - Dec 5, 2001

Year End Tax Tips For Indie Artists [2001] - Your Touring Advisor, author Jeri Goldstein (How To Be Your Own Booking Agent) discusses how the money you earn and the expenses you incur this year as a performing indie artist will greatly impact your tax liability in 2002. Jeri says you may be missing out on some very helpful deductions--so don't miss her practical tax tips and strategies for American indie artists!

Advice: Music Promotion - Dec 3, 2001

Break Into Soundtracks and Jingles in Four Easy Steps - Self-promotion expert, author Jeffrey Fisher (How To Make Money Scoring Soundtracks and Jingles) shows you how you can earn some serious cash by scoring Movie Soundtracks & Commercial Jingles AND how you can use those 'biz contacts to further your independent music career.

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 26, 2001

When To Throw Out Your Old Music Promotion Strategies - Indie music guru, author Tim Sweeney (Guide To Releasing Independent Records) reveals when the right time is to throw out
your old strategies and start anew and shares 4 tips on how you can get your musical message out to the most people.

Advice: Playing Live - Nov 19, 2001

Impress the Bookers with User Friendly Promo Packets -

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 14, 2001

More Ways To Keep Your Music Fans Coming Back to Your Website -

Advice: Playing Live - Nov 12, 2001

Nurture Your Contacts to Maximize Publicity and Bookings -

Advice: Music Promotion - Nov 7, 2001

How to Use the Press to Promote Yourself For Free, Part 2 -

Advice: Music Lessons - Oct 29, 2001

How to Hit Your Vocal 'Pitches' -

Advice: Playing Live - Oct 29, 2001

How Your Band Can Break Into the [Lucrative] College Music S