Music, Money And Success: The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Industry

The music and entertainment business means money for songwriters, composers, recording artists, musicians, music publishers and record companies. Whether it's videogames, worldwide blockbuster movies, television programs which make instant stars, advertising commercials touting products via hit songs and records, cell phone ringtones or downloads and subscription services, Music Money And Success tells you how the business works and where the money comes from in every area of music. Whether you're just starting out, looking to move up to the next level, been making a living in this business for years or are a major superstar, Music Money and Success is the blueprint for your financial success. This well reviewed book is now in its fifth edition and has been completely revised with updated information.

• Now includes a section of entertainment law contract templates

Written by well-known industry insiders, Jeff Brabec, VP of Business Affairs for Chrysalis Music and Todd Brabec, VP of ASCAP

Endorsed by Billboard, Vibe, the American Bar Association, The Hollywood Reporter, Library Journal, Entertainment Law Reporter, and many others

Todd Brabec, Executive Vice President and Director of Membership for the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Jeff Brabec, Vice President of Business Affairs for Chrysalis Music Group, are Deems Taylor Award winning writers for excellence in music journalism. They are graduates of NYU School of Law, former recording artists, writers, and entertainment lawyers who frequently present seminars and workshops about the music business. They are adjunct professors at the USC Thornton School of Music.