Everything You'd Better Know about the Record Industry

by Kashif

Book Overview

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1885726031
• ISBN13: 9781885726032
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Brooklyn Boy Books
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Good

The record industry is a mysterious and sometimes closed environment where many people try to get in but few survive the first few years. As a rookie you might need a guide to get you through the hardships of dealing with lawyers and media sharks. This book is aimed at the novice , instructing him how to deal with dangers and traps on the way to fame and fortune. The structure of the book is light an d the step by step approach to the problem is helpful for those having trouble understanding this cruel world .

straight to the point

this book is very much on point.it pulls no punches everything you need to know & how to handle your business uncut.not only is Kashif a Solid Musician but He also is a On-Point Author here.this is the kind of Book that any Artist,Group,etc.. heading into the Biz should read backwards & forwards & again & again.you always hear stories of getting Ripped off within in the Business & this Book will safe a many Career from going on "Behind the Music" saying the same Line.

great book

coming from a Great Musical Mind like Kashif i had to read this book.i'm glad i did it's very detailed & honest.i got to read this book a few years back & it broke down so many different things that are taking for granted about the business.very informative & to the point.Kashif is a great Producer & Musician.he use to be with the group the B.T.Express.

What you better have if you're new to the game

This book offers sound advice as well as solid examples of contracts and situations you'll be faced with. It makes a positive yet realistic view of the music biz and puts it all in perspective. It made me feel like I'll be face to face with Kashif one day soon, thanking him for writing this book. Though not a book targeted for a specific field, which does make it handy for all readers, it reveals what to look for in the first place.

THE ARTISTS/WRITERS/PUBLISHERS/PRODUCERS BIBLE!

If you read this book you'll have enough to get on your way as an artist not necessarily as a music entrepreneur. Thought the book is week on the independent label start up side, this is a must read wont feel cheated! Kashif presents the infromation in a clear and concise manner, its almost as if you were engaged in conversation with him. It takes you through every step of record contracts, royalties, publishing, production deals, management, and accounting. I find myself reffering to it time and time again!