(Book). It's been 10 years since Confessions of a Record Producer published real-life numbers showing what artists made on so-called "hit records" and how producers, labels, managers, and even the artists' own lawyers conspire to cheat them out of royalties. It's the only publication that tells the real story of how artists get ripped off and how they can protect their assets. In a special 10th Anniversary Edition, author Moses Avalon, one of the industry's most sought-after consultants and artist's rights gurus, has updates on all of the old shams and many new ones created by the internet and the ongoing transformation of the music industry. * Detailed numbers on how new royalties from digital downloads are calculated, collected, and manipulated. * Deep inside the new so-called "360 Deals" offered by the major labels. * Plus a DVD-ROM containing private lessons from Avalon's Workshop. Groundbreaking charts and graphs show industry consolidation, who owns what, and where the future of the music business is headed
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Confession is good for the soul! Over the years, among many other like-minded authors, a stockbroker, a "dirty" ballplayer, a "lapsed" librarian, a corporate headhunter, and an advertising man have all felt the need to atone in print either for their own misdeeds or for those of their profession. Here Avalon pseudonymously exposes the ways the recording industry can take advantage of budding artists. Avalon started in the business 15 years ago as a studio engineer and went on to produce records. He has also composed soundtracks for several independent films and now consults for artist managers, record labels, and investors. Avalon examines the various stages of the record deal. He explains the role of each person involved and suggests what that person's self-interest is. He also contrasts the differences among deals at the major labels, independents, and vanity labels, and he discusses "baby" deals between artists and production companies. Avalon's final cut is a medley of stories, rumors, and myths about ways people can be or have been "ripped-off." Though sometimes too blunt, Avalon provides a caveat that novices could miss out on elsewhere. David Rouse
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"A must read....Unlike books that explain industry workings in theory, Confessions is firmly rooted in reality....Useful as a trade guide and fascinating...can be enjoyed by anyone wanting to roll the dice on a career in music, as well as future industry weasels looking for some helpful grifter tips." -- Smug, August/September 1999
"As educational as Aesop's fables...Every musician, or at least one member of every band, should pick up a copy of this book." -- Jam Rag, December 1998 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
"As educational as Aesop's fables...Every musician, or at least one member of every band, should pick up a copy of this book." -- Jam Rag, December 1998 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Excellent livre, spécialement parce qu'il donne le point de vue d'un non-avocat sur certains termes et usages en vigueur dans cette industrie aux Etats-Unis. Pour les lecteurs intéressés par les spécifités du marché non US, je recommande Tout Le Monde Vous Dira Non (H. Mansion) écrit dans un style aussi désopilant que ce qu'il décrit est...dramatique !
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read this book! I heave read it many times and still go back to it regularly, excellent resource nice job! the other contract book is good to, (a little more difficult to read due to its nature) but also an excellent resource!!
this guy is really good!
did i mention i record music for a living.
By SC
Format:Paperback
As a songwriter of many years but a relative novice when it comes to the "business" this book is a must read. It covers the topics that are important for people to know like publishing. It arms the reader with the knowledge that gives you the power of confidence when dealing with the business side of the music business. I can see why the lawyer left a less than favorable review. The book gives away some of their secrets and and makes you aware of some of their behaviors that manipulate deals in your favor and not. I can see why the lawyer would take issue. Too bad. The author calls it as he sees it. Well written and keeps you interested chapter to chapter.
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The Real Deal - Highly Recommended
Not only is this book (and it's sequel, "Secrets of Negotiating a Record Contract") the real deal, so is the man who wrote it. Read more
Published on Sep 20 2003 by JM
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Beware.
This book contains serious mistakes concerning copyright law and record industry contracts that undermine the ability to trust what seems to be good advice elsewhere in the book. Read more
Published on July 29 2003 by Windu, Esq.
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Moses Avalon's "Confessions of a Record Producer" is dead on point. Outstanding easy read. If you're in the Music Business, if you care about Your Creations, You and Your Families... Read more
Published on April 25 2003 by Open-ended
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great book !!
i had checked this out not to long ago , and i tell ya that it is s very awsome , must read book !
Published on April 24 2003 by George W Hart
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secrets revealed - get this book......now!
seriously, if you are in a band, this is your manual. everyone is out to get you and take advantage of you, get this book and learn how to read between the lines of the evil... Read more
Published on April 2 2003 by "epowellllewope"
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Best Book on the Business I've Ever Read
When I picked up this book I expected another boring book from some out of touch "has been" trying to make a buck. Instead I found a book full of insight. Read more
Published on Mar 15 2003 by David Jackson
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Will make you less of a sucker
A very good book with excellent information to avoid getting caught in scams. And fun to read. Will successfully destroy all your ideals about this business.
Published on Feb 22 2003 by Joe Nathan
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Confessions of a Record Producer
This book provides some useful information, but contains quite a few errors. It seems Mr. Avalon (who for some unexplained reason is apparently afraid to use his real name) has a... Read more
Published on Nov 25 2002 by Nick
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Real World Picture of the Music Industry
This book is excellent! It gives a real world picture of the music industry and record deals. The author tells it like it really is, the good and the bad. Read more
Published on April 4 2002 by "tish-ann"
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Moses has the key to success
I love this book and can't put it down. I take it to work with me everyday.It is like the bible to the music biz....you will get hustled without it.bottom line... Read more
Published on Feb 11 2002
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