Producers: What They Do & Why You Should Consider Using One
Working as a producer for the last ten years, I’ve recorded with all kinds of artists, from “fresh off the boat” newbies to those whose experience in the world of music doubles or even triples my own. In every case, my role as a producer stays essentially the same. It’s that role that I’m going to describe in this article.
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Congress To Address Copyright, Licensing Laws
This fall, lawmakers in the second session of the 110th Congress are expected to address a number of important issues that could affect songwriters and their livelihoods. They are planning hearings and the introduction of several pieces of legislation to remedy inequities and reform antiquated laws.
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Watch Out for Work-for-Hire
A work-for-hire agreement essentially states that a person or company who commissions a work from an author retains actual ownership and is, in fact, considered the legal author of the work.
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BMG's Ron Stuve on Making It in Nashville
Relationships and connections are important for helping songwriters to achieve success in any field, but in the country music genre they become crucial. Here, Ron Stuve, VP, A&R/General Manager, Nashville at BMG Songs, discusses some of the ins and outs of the Nashville scene.
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You Are a Living Brand (Part 2)
Whether it's your packaging, website, performances, e-mails, fax cover sheets, t-shirts or whatever emanates from you — the brand — it needs to scream, not whisper, about who and what you are.
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You Are a Living Brand (Part I)
The biggest stars are, almost without exception, great marketers; they are performers who embrace the notion that building — and maintaining — an emotional bond with their audience is critical to their success.
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How To Score as a Film Composer
As with most pursuits in the music business, building relationships is key to a successful career in film composing.
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Getting Your Song Into A Film
As with nearly all aspects of songwriting, the best path to getting a song placed in a film is by knowing the right person.
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Songwriter101.com Lights First Birthday Candle
We are now rapidly approaching the 10,000-member mark and have something special planned (Don’t we always?) to celebrate the occasion.
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Songwriter101.com Presents Panel at DIY Convention: LISTEN NOW!
Listen to the entire panel discussion featuring hit pop, urban, and country songwriters.
2922 hits | 4 comments | added on 02.28.05