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Distribution Agreement

Many independent artists agree to allow independent distributors to distribute their music according to a distribution agreement between both parties. Major distribution deals also exist in which the label agrees to manufacture and distribute a release.

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The New Formula for Success in the Music Business

The old method of promoting a new act in the music business was for a record company to invest at least $500,000 in studio time with a good producer, the cost of a good video, the advertising budget, and the cost of the first promotional road tour.

Jazz band performance. Couple of musicians - a drummer and a singer in a nightclub.

Practicing And Performing Music

There is a perception that performing and practicing music are two very different activities. I think that the relationship between performing and practicing is deeply intertwined and at a certain level the distinction between the two virtually disappears.

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Starting a Mobile Disco

The pros (and woes) of starting a Mobile Disco

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Distribution Agreement