Running a Band As a Business Book

* Star interviews * Getting the right management * Using the press * Make money merchandising CDs, T shirts and videos * Legal matters * For rock bands and cabaret acts * Big name interviews * Tips from top managers * Written by music business professionals Serious about music? Serious about making a living from music? Whether you are playing Wembley Stadium or the Kings Head, this book gives you the inside information on how to run a money-making band. It covers choosing band members and the band name, deciding on the direction of the project, establishing the business structure, and getting the right management in place. Once you have the framework you can start creating press interest both locally and at national music press level, we point you in the right direction. And don't forget your fans - look after them and they'll look after you. Love it or hate it touring is a must for any band - make sure you do it right and it'll work for you. You'll also find out about merchandising, from band T shirts to tapes and CDs and we make sure you get the legalities right with a chapter on contracts - how to use them, and rip-offs - how to avoid them. Complete with major name interviews with Kevin Nixon (Kula Shaker, Hit and Run) Gizz from Prodigy and Skunk Anansie's Ace and Rich, this is your how-to manual for band success!Read More