Words that can make or break a band
by Tamara Halbritter
Some people say a band’s success results from 60 percent image and 40 percent talent. And we all know musicians who have made a career out of 90 percent …
“Scream Icon” Claim Falls on Deaf Ears
by Stephen M. Stern, executive editor
What began as a statement of religious hypocrisy ended in screaming silence. Life met art when Green Day performed their song, “East Jesus Nowhere,” live against a …
Tips to get your music licensed into film, TV, advertising and games
Teri Doty, editor-in-chief, speaks with Winston Giles, founder of Music Licensing Directory
For independent artists in the music industry, music licensing can mean everything. Knowing how to approach …
The benefits of trademarking your band name
by Stephen M. Stern, Esq., executive editor
Many bands set out to leave their mark, but very few actually do. Not because they lack the star power or magical riffs or lyrical connection. …
How to prevent bottom-feeders from getting your prized strat
by Stephen Stern, executive editor
After musicians play their last riff, most hope to find nirvana. But the family and other people left in their wake may end up in dystopia, …
[pdf layout=”1″ width=”1280″ height=”1024″ bgcolor=”FFFFFF” allow_full_screen_=”1″ show_flip_buttons=”1″ flip_timelaps=”6000″ ] Understand the basics to get a happy ending
by Stephen Stern, executive editor
The words “my lawyer” or “contractual obligation” often substantially increase heart rates, blood pressure and anxiety levels. This …
[pdf layout=”1″ width=”1280″ height=”1024″ bgcolor=”FFFFFF” allow_full_screen_=”1″ show_flip_buttons=”1″ flip_timelaps=”6000″ ] How to negotiate licensing as an independent artist
by Winston Giles, founder/director of The Music Licensing Directory
The “new music industry” has arrived, and it’s constantly emerging and bringing with it …
In the kinetic world of shagging and in vitro fertilization, artists still hold the top spot for reproductive rights. That’s according …
How to sharpen your business and law skill sets
by Stephen M. Stern, executive editor
From be-bop to pop, from rap to classical and everything in between, musicians go to the beat of a different drummer; however, they all seemingly …
