Setting realistic goals and expectations
The music business is a gamble
What A&R Representatives look for in new talent
Where A&R Representatives look for new talent
When A&R Representatives look for new talent
Contacting the A&R Representative
The reality of solicitation bombardment
Finding the right recording studio
Beware of mixers that say they can master
What does your press pack say about you
Be a contender not a pretender
The importance of live exposure
Conquering the local club circuit
Submitting your demo to a club owner
How to handle crowd situations
Legitimate reasons for non payment
The day I gave my CD a coffee house
How to make the most of your merch
Treat every show like it’s your last
Going from pretender to contender
How a bad sound guy can ruin your night
OK maybe it's time we hired our own Sound Guy
OK Maybe it's time hired a dedicated Road Crew
OK Maybe it's time we hired our own Manger
Something every Roadie should read
OK maybe it's time we hired s Booking Agent or Agency
The Indie Venue Bible can help
OK maybe it's time we got some Legal Representation
Some Legal Documents you may need
Professional Rights Organization (PRO) Affiliation
Setting up a regional tour - Some things to consider
How much the Pros didn't make last year on tour
Top Money Makers on Tour - 2008
How to set up a regional tour - Preliminary Planning Stages
List of some Booking and Touring Agencies
Pay to Play - the Good, the Bad, & the Ugly
Sometimes the smartest thing is to say no thanks
Keeping your eye on the Ultimate Prize
The Price we pay for our Musical Independence
Introducing Poser Rock - an amazing new genera
What Movie Music Supervisors look for
Contacting the Movie Music Supervisor
Commercials are a waste of my time – guess again