Rock Star 101
A Rock Star's Guide to Survival and Success in the Music Business
Author: Marc Ferrari
Pages: 176

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A successful rock guitarist shares with musicians at every level firsthand knowledge of how to endure and triumph in the music industry. Rock-and-roll dreams become realities with this guide--the only book on becoming a success in the business written by a successful, real-life rock star. Aspiring music professionals will learn to negotiate contracts, evaluate releases and options, and consult with management. They will also find expert advice from entertainment attorneys and promoters, distinguishing between income generated by publishing, merchandising, and endorsement deals. This guide includes special sections on choosing the right city from which to launch a career, staying afloat during lean times, supplementing one's income, and avoiding the pitfalls of life on the road. Whether one is a member of an unsigned band or an established professional, here is a treasury of inside information not available anywhere else.