The Business Behind the Song: Navigating a Career in the Music Industry
The Business Behind the Song is Scott Brickell’s guide to navigating music-industry careers, from performing and managing artists to booking and promoting shows. It focuses on industry terminology, career goals, songwriting, and putting on shows and tours.
At a glance
- Covers roles including artist, manager, promoter and booking agent.
- Includes guidance on song success, shows and tours, according to the listing.
- Aims to help readers learn industry terms, set goals and map a career path.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated coverage spans both performing and behind-the-scenes music careers.
- The 352-page format provides room for coverage of several roles and career topics.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Forefront Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | April 25, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1637630972 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1637630976 |
| Weight listed | 1.1 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 x 1.1 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Aspiring artists and recent graduates exploring music-industry work.
- Music professionals seeking an overview of roles such as management, booking and promotion.
- Readers looking for introductory guidance on industry terms and career planning.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a narrowly focused reference on a single music-business specialty.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with a smaller two-star share. That offers only a broad indication of reader sentiment and does not explain why readers rated the book as they did. The listing describes a wide-ranging career guide, so readers should judge whether that broad scope fits their needs.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does The Business Behind the Song cover?
The listing describes coverage of music-industry roles, industry terminology, career goals, successful songs, shows and tours.
Who may find this book useful?
The listing presents it for aspiring artists, new graduates and established professionals interested in music-industry careers, onstage or behind the scenes.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 352 pages.
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