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    "filename": "Startup-Guide-to-Music-Business",
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    "cleaned_text": "startup guide music businessthe association independent music aimorgukstartup guide music businesspresents startup guide music businesscontents aim authors foreword introduction brief history music business strategy business startup fundamentals business copyright recording publishing contracts collection societies funding covering initial outgoings core business skills team around artist launch countdown physical release marketing principles new model ownership data promotion live performance synchronisation third party commercial deals international expansion future wellbeing music industry information reading startup guide music businessabout aim aim association independent music notforprofit trade body exclusively representing uks independent music sector makes quarter recorded music market th year aims members range largest respected record labels associated music businesses world selfreleasing artists next generation entrepreneurs music aim promotes supports exciting diverse sector globally provides range services commercial opportunities practical help members enabling innovate grow break new markets larger end aim member businesses include companies beggars group domino records warp records mute records ninja tune pias release music artists including aj tracey arctic monkeys aphex twin blood orange bonobo danny brown hot chip high contrast little simz new order radiohead many many aimorguk guide association independent music limited rights reserved part guide may reproduced copied manner whatsoever without prior written permission except case brief quotation embodied articles reviews academic papers instance full credit must provided prominently alongsidestartup guide music businessabout authors tim ferrone tim ferrone founder owner wrapped music effectively pay go label hire uk independent music sector campaign management service available domestic overseas artists managers labels wrapped music culmination tims nineteen years recorded music business worked various major independent labels artist management ou reach say hello find details wwwwrappedupmusiccomgee davy head legal business affairs aim gee davy joined aim april oversee legal business affairs aim advisor aim members aspects impact law running independent music business previously gee spent seven years prestigious independent record label publisher cooking vinyl group companies including distribution company essential music partner label fatcat records looking across business activity working artists diverse prodigy billy bragg underworld amanda palmer honeyblood daysofstatic gee started technology studying electronic engineering working briefly telecoms sector following passion music industry music law running successful music events promotion business brother number years gee ardent supporter facilitating independent music industrys continued innovation success supporting evolution digital age regular speaker conferences music industry events interface music technology copyrights legal business industry issuespaul pacifico ceo aim paul pacifico musician music entrepreneur educator ceo aim paul worked finance strategy consulting nearly decade moving concentrate building business specific music last years music paul worked artist session musician creative director diverse range artists quincy jones nile rodgers high contrast prior joining aim paul ceo uks featured artists coalition fac organisation music industry represents interests rights artists paul also founding president international artist organisation iao unites artist organisations different countries speak one voice paul continues perform record musician visiting professor artist startup berklee college musics global masters campus valencia spain paul passionate meeting point creativity commerce helping people startup guide music businessforeword daunting start business daunting figure grow expand diversify specialise well guide intended practical nature deliberately remains focussed things things work rather strategic questions also academic doesnt dwell things work particular way whether took approach aims belief fixed starting point music business start performing gigs others putting others writing recording producing music publicising promoting music business landscape patchwork interrelated specialist areas majority music businesses active across number business areas making virtuous circle activity reinforces others uniting thread soon start make distribute try sell recorded music need know business works money flows everyone start somewhere know business works better chances success business grows needs vision strategy might work one might right another therefore clear strategic pathway instead walk path access specialist knowledge need turn example conferences expert tips networking peers potential business partners may access member aim startup guide help cut noise distil essential information need understand various parts business releasing music work fit together need know make work take business start scale read book cover cover start business hope find easier figure get going running dip various chapters become relevant diversify activities review basics make sure missing essentials ultimately book make everything little quicker little cheaper bit easier understand opportunities challenges regardless size business challenges remain part aims role help share knowledge ensure broad diverse music market levelling playing field big established businesses start ups challenge asked sum takes start build successful music business would say work hard substitute play hard love enjoy learn much find trusted sources information help inform way find balance without burnout common paul pacifico ceo aim startup guide music businessintroduction guide welcome new edition aims startup guide music business essential guide get started grow business working music st century intention guide help understand basics business side music outset improve way run existing music business intended definitive guide music industry operate ordered way one process naturally following another realistically combination activities processes occur number different orders often overlapping compiling guide assumed certain order events outline processes could look like please interpret one size fits solution thing exists might helpful think sections guide pieces music industry jigsaw every business fits together unique way suggestion read book full get overall view refer back specific chapters needed tips references along way digging deeper topic finding detailed information need aim also runs conferences training sessions throughout year various aspects covered guide looking detail new developments case studies aims website also hosts number guides specific business topics plus tip sheets explainers videos sessions various aim conferences training workshops startup guide music business brief history music industry need know order fully appreciate workings contemporary music landscape make money particularly useful understand arrived current model whilst might seem exciting relevant please stay course understanding business developed really help know negotiate negotiate sake quick modern music history recap reading next paragraphs time well spent th century music business th century saw rapid development music industry know time recording music purchasable physical product development recording artist star became well truly established model became norm record company entity chose record got record financing process making end result available general public purchase behold record business born staying much several decades resulted wellestablished business framework recording expensive process required lots studio equipment musicians production personnel manufacture distribution required vast amounts factory space machinery reproduce records means supplying wider retail environment marketing promotion required knowhow network relationships series sometimes dubious processes incentivise media support getting records shelves shops required similar breadth contacts often equally unspoken means ensuring got important window display space short artist recognised undoubted star show needed record company pay perform functions behalf reliance model almost complete absence alternative route market meant record companies artists held balance power usually record companies chose sign often would recorded artist would look presented even means general public would commercially engage artist formats evolved years whether shellac disc vinyl record cassette finally onto digital cd key point record company fundamental role process funding enabling artist reach audience often chose exactly music audience allowed hear result record companies exerted rare power dissimilar early movie business star actors exclusively contracted single studios allowed pick choose movies made compelled release whatever output company deemed suitable creative control loosened somewhat years artists flexed collective muscles able take greater control recorded output necessity operating one recording company bulk career remained throughout bottom line artist wanted record release music option deal record label record company meant career physical era certainly high cost therefore financial risk required launch new artist market along necessary relationships resources artist label contracts therefore unsurprisingly overwhelmingly stacked favour record companies would retain rights release recordings generally without rights ever reverting back artist would also claim lions share sales income recoup outlay generate income fund profits well release music complex deals made recoupable advances offset artist royalties startup guide music businesswhich later meant artists income often low kept control record labels time record company broken even made substantial profit back early days really one type record deal artist whats known work hire basis record label signed artists exclusive recording services complete ownership copyrights recordings made artist period signed usually whole period life copyright many independent record companies started making different deals wanted create different relationship artist business differently order attract artists werent able compete upfront fees advances none demonise record companies existed commercial environment fact individual artist needed record company record company needed individual artist result way system worked time also someone take risk front costs taking artist market surprising market started evolve smaller record companies market pressure ie independents quickest change use new models artist agreements relationships generally acknowledged operate balanced transparent basis artists whole process making money recorded music underpinned two primary elements writer writes song publishing company collects income artist records music record company collects income pays publisher use songwriters song worth noting rest music business many ways making money live performance example virtually exclusive domain artist manager record industry making much money record companies often disinterested artists channels monetisation even though played important role process making breaking star performers instance record companies get directly involved merchandise gig ticket sales recording income alone enough turn new millennium approached seemed like always would however rumblings dissenting foreseen disruptive potential internet begun express concern potential influence industry become set ways digital disruption democratisation hardly revelation observe digitisation music industry changed forever boom years cd gone virtually overnight record business reacted far slowly recognise respond threat opportunity online market presented fell decade half yearonyear decline first piracy eventually legitimate download services finally streaming harnessed potential small digital music files could shared via computer accessed within seconds digital files eventually begrudgingly welcomed new formats internet replacements record whilst downloads still exist market vinyl growing cd remains viable product many major markets perceived industry saviour appeared form streaming model whereby music accessed product level overarching subscription worlds music library customer music paid monthly basis artist share income paid small micropayments listen started smaller revenue stream predecessors might accustomed however market saturation still many years away increasing mainstream adoption streaming subscriptions current market recorded music fired startup guide music businesswith optimism absent best part two decades changes brought transition old world new farreaching consequences shape business done today expectations artists commercial partners labels managers publishers first cost technology massively reduced meaning almost everyone access need record music without necessary use expensive studio like abbey road home studios even able record via handheld device may always ideal work often good enough also distribution market opened online services available anyone sign use get music digital stores world media also experienced revolution advent social media millions blogs vlogs podcasts offering way artists connect fans would impossible old world without media industry contacts years artists offered many ways recording distributing music directly profit margins record business increasingly squeezed labels consolidated reduced employee numbers short process democratisation occurred whereby handful key decision makers traditionally decided music release overtaken whole world options creative talent least theoretically choose engage every single step processand relevant decades since artists gained increasing involvement creative side careers first told songs sing look years artists fought successfully increasing creative control careers artists today expecting significant input repertoire image voices literally metaphorically however artists still largely removed commercial side business feels like far cry today artists able pursue careers number ways build team around best suits vision sense increased freedom modern landscape though also doubleedged sword choice incredibly liberating also lead indecision confusion might best right way go making choices means taking responsibility choices adds pressure know increasing number aspects business guide tools though try help make sense things whether starting artist label manager mix roles wherever starting modern music market options options gamechanger know rights consider example one fundamental aspect traditional recording industry model ownership copyright recordings label underlying songs publisher prerequisite traditional deals artist accept rules wanted game old world artists sell assign rights label publisher new world startup guide music businessthe artist doesnt thing power sell rights wish also lease rights license deals longer shorter period time depending deal artist might choose none things instead release music directly options pros cons associated likely course long career artist days number deals probably mix ou need understand rights work build business creates trades major vs independent traditionally deal one socalled major labels thought require artist give creative control future earnings exchange bigger financial investment access major labels global reach infrastructure advantage deal major clearly business powerful organisation flipside business powerful organisation therefore negotiating power probably much reduced meanwhile independent sector tends made smaller niche businesses may less upfront cash greater specialist knowledge particular scenes offer artist higher degree creative control independents also tend less corporate majors often offer contracts whose terms much favourable artist conclusion democratisation market meant traditional record company functions ar recording marketing manufacturing distribution accounting etc owned controlled much little artist want long finance knowledge business skills allow useful know history recorded music business processes contractual arrangements often based upon old model become job artist around recognise every opportunity moreover balance power constantly shifting every deal reflect said operating outside traditional label structure comes risks sourcing costeffective sufficient knowledge skills experience networks core financing expensive business environment enter clearly one size fits model every artist traditional record company signing route remains hugely viable proposition option work often powerful players however increasing importance artists greater opportunity choose nature agreements relationships level commitment required stage long live record company predicting diy opportunity marked death record company many wide mark record companies still key commercial partners artists continue maintain position heart industry survival modern record company small music enterprise indie level large part due passion adaptability expertise leading charge independent recording sector majors international reach leverage market scale backcatalogues key factors taking artist market still expensive process requires degree funding proportionate artists ambitions options opened investment recordings used come record company host alternative funding sources opened grant funding private investment direct consumer crowdfunding whole host morestartup guide music businessy et major labels continue dominate global market whilst independent labels seeing growth market share exist thriving source talent new lifeblood industry clearly record companies vested interest ensure remain relevant reveals part story combination scale leverage relationships skillset make contemporary record company relevant ever nature relationships artists changed importance relationships remains undiminished independent record company sector led charge respecting valuing harnessing affiliation artist community ensuring even balance power healthier longterm view artists career clearly expensive taking record market making profitable exercise positive experience also extremely difficult infinitely nuanced process need strategic holistic approach get right led us contemporary music business landscape embraces capacity adapt spreads skillsets income generation across many revenue streams possible completely breaking open old world idea record company many record labels longer identify title likely offer mix services across industry artists seeking artists primary commercial partner company funds exploits recordings conversely majors spent years buying distributors labels catalogues well targets consolidation wider media landscape often part group companies includes example tv channels also actively invest digital services stores hoping gain long term strategic advantage market ensure music prioritised anyone elses theory potential completely democratised diy industry might sound wholly liberating reality process evolution revolution difficult know everything everything time makes potential record company commercial music partner important option ever artists starting today uk music market context uk consistently remained top three four recorded music markets world competing germany largest within europe uk undoubtedly benefits global strength english language popular music legacy groundbreaking acts uk dominated global charts uk music recognised around world one countries regularly produce artists succeed global stage uks diverse population openness absorbing influence cultures around world kept uk music fresh relevant generation generation reasons uk recognised musical standard bearer brings wealth positive cultural export opportunities fact recognised governmental levels current data suggests download market shrinking rapidly physical market refuses fall away rate many predicted recovering vinyl sales value rose roughly one fifth cd market thought sales vinyl overtake cds next year however downloads physical releases dwarfed continuing influence streaming undeniably true driver record industrys current growth uk overseas growth market potential continued evolution streaming help make big picture look positive individual artist starting important remember streaming earn even minimum wage would generate several million streams every year even still rights nevertheless decade half uncertainty decline sustained market growth clearly comes welcome development startup guide music businessit essential recognise building successful professional career music make living hard means impossible talent application good team around youso gone history come date lets turn attention bigger picture relates understand music business landscape came help guide understanding work recognise value options ever creator entrepreneur potential opportunities freedoms allows potential business consider realities options available practical level given wider landscape help plan focus accordingl try set realistic expectations stage startup guide music business strategy business many people starting businesses creative industries deliberate roadmap outset business begins founder simply active two distinct advantages terms innovation first allows evolve try different approaches figuring works second allows business pressure test viability micro niches new roles services hadnt previously identified tested many lifestyle businesses common music industry majority labels management companies publicists others thrive basis working projects cluster specialist lifestyle businesses form multidisciplinary team experts deliver precisely needed job hand without large overheads big corporation known nichenetwork boutique approach delivery advantage nichenetwork delivery team remains costeffective handpicked bespoke option particular project downside potential lack coordination fewer fixed structures place poor leadership communication make break efficiency delivery opposite nichenetwork known bulge bracket adopts approach looking mop opportunities market requiring fulltime staff generalists well specialists take anything time work bigger scale nichenetworks carry higher central costs upside bulgebracket operators potentially take bigger projects create economies scale client take advantage downside higher running costs often generalist delivery driven processes way things rather specialism focus around particular project outcome developing business important think sit two models building boutique lifestyle business optimum operating size maintain quality profit balance going scale personal touch try identify whether building business highly personalised service delivers whether business grow times size still genuinely deliver standard better answer yes consider carefully planning achieve scale need get choices make limited roadmap scale drastically reduce likelihood experiencing called choice anxiety equally answer feel business building needs personal touch consider services subscribe systems implement prioritise need assist delivering vision vision business built vision ou ideally able describe vision anyone meet within seconds indicator thinking still needs refinement key benefit clear vision unlocks decision making confidence power speed considering expanding business new area ask whether fits vision could part virtuous circle adding value whole could money time energy sink distracts detracts even could make quick buck may worth saying strategic point view every decision take tested vision help stay track build effective efficient successful enterprise say everything succeed vision business often vision flawed need refinement adjustment need revisiting challenging periodically startup guide music businesswhat consider type business want run going nichenetwork bulge bracket building boutique business personal touch systemsbased operation potential scale take time consciousl work vision writing help focus core elements make clear simple use elevator pitch explain anyone meet less secondsstartup guide music business startup fundamentals number fundamentals business place order commence trading music industry without robust framework function business runs sorts risks trading illegally operating way financially problematic inefficient clearly starting right foundations vital fundamentals include legal structure law required specify whether operating sole trader partnership limited company form social enterprise nature business likely dictate implications repercussions tax uk government department responsible collecting tax hmrc need informed youre startingrunning business type business youre running legal structure also necessary find youre likely start charge vat determined whether income pre specified level ou find hmrc guidance starting business website helpful alternatively consult accountant small business advisor qualified specialist accounting practice accounting simplest keeping record transactions essential managing cash flow also making sure know tax need pay deal income expenses vat aspects managing money business well organised understand rules course keep track things often however important area seek outside help employing accountant expensive specialist bookkeepers help keep track money year help keep top things whilst keeping costs lower accountant review bookkeepers work help end year accounts required regulations government provides guide businesses order ensure compliant various regulatory issues health safety data protection mostly straightforward designed help avoid pitfalls provide safe legal framework within operate business name setting company registering sole trader think name trading name used open bank account register company companies house ou always keep business money separate personal finances choosing trading name whether sole trader company advisable research purchase relevant corresponding web domain names social handles time consider appropriate website content accordingly business bank account separate business account necessary clearly separate business personal finances insurance depend nature business well obvious relating property equipment accidents workplace example also necessary insurance place safeguard responsibilities employer well public liability professional liability cover ensure youre protected potential claims negligencestartup guide music businesswhat understand type business setting creating promoting manufacturing distributing providing service etc think impacts fundamentals ensure fundamentals addressed prior commencing commercial activities writing help shape business plan research sources free small business advice central government local authority banks trade associations sources government funded local organisations offer advice helplines startup guide music business business copyright business releasing music actually business copyright want succeed worth spending minutes understanding copyright actually works underpins majority youre likely youre likely earn income intellectual property copyright form intellectual property many ways intellectual property similar physical property way traded except dealing intellectual creation opposed physical object rights attached songs cannot traded designed specifically protect original creators later part record business focused two copyrights underlying song often known musical work technically music lyrics separately often tend amalgamated solitary song copyright sound recording master recording master song written copyright created recorded another type copyright created imagine two lads liverpool writing song together decide call hey jude head famous london studio record song two copyrights created one protect rights song composition lyrics songwriters hence writers messrs lennon mccartney one protect rights specific recording artist case beatles another artist wants record version song beatles release portion money made new recording go back original writers song copyright note used beatles recording song nothing due back artists via recording copyright fact new recording copyright credited new artist covered beatles original version original new version share song copyright two fundamental copyright streams created two distinct business models designed remunerate two types core creators business songwriters artists models music publishers song writers sell assign lease license copyrights music publishers publishers job try monetise rights collect associated income retaining portion pay onward songwriter obviously better known song songwriter value attached works therefore deals possible administer revenues songwriting takes time knowledge admin go get songs used advantages finding right partner songwriters also join relevant collective management organisation uk songwriter publisher cmo prs music see info collect income public performance creating copies physical digital song prs act behalf mcps second use record companies way songwriters trade rights songs artists also either sell assign lease license rights record companies happen recording made record company could fund process making recordings record companys job try find ways make money rights monetise collect associated income retaining portion pay onward artist record companies expertise project managing releases including promotion marketing design manufacturing elements needed best possible chance successful releasestartup guide music businesshow creators make money rights put simply songwriter writes songs benefit protections copyright earn money exploitation copyrights performing artist doesnt write material focussed deriving income exploitation recording tracks monetising associated sound recording copyright driving revenues areas business live performance merchandise etc creator happens artist songwriter receive parallel streams income publishing recording copyrights copyright actuall start uk copyright said commence work created documented recorded writing physical means example making demo recording video even writing musical score aware different different countries example us copyright must formally registered us copyright office owner copyright song nearly always owned creator least initially exception occurs someone specifically employed create song behalf another eg piece commissioned music advert case whoever paid process owner sound recording owned whoever arranged paid payment crucial element recording take place artists signed traditional recording agreements later would normally record company unsigned even signed artists sound recording copyright paid related studio hire catch arranged deal studio free basis technically sound recordings belong studio owner case home studios ownership could theoretically come whoever paid equipment even electricity supply complex area uncertainty owns particular copyright root cause many lawsuits music industry whenever write record people really important set understanding writing contract least email written form establish expectations others sign repost confirm agreement legal advice always sought make sure understand consequences agreement enter whether formal informal musicians union publishes series simple agreements act useful starting points dont lot experience support legal advisor law firms help template agreements often low cost see long term benefit working way artist team long copyright last copyright song ie songwriters uk lasts years death last remaining writer copyright sound recording uk different lasts years end year first released copyright types take care working internationally durations vary country country important properly understand consequences could affect legally financially legal advice sought cover songs moment song commercially released anyone play song live record without seek permission copyright owner long straight cover startup guide music businesswith changes lyrics substantive elements underlying song release cover may need get mechanical licence collection society mcps fact practice prs music prs music website lots information helpline information song used way change made composition structure lyrics require additional prior approval songwriters publishers worth noting dont give permission cases even take long time must permission order use song way cant make available publicly unless often royalty pay return permission could significant complex area get good legal advice specialist music lawyer going ahead sampling procedure clearing use third party sample seek approval songwriter publisher song labelartist sound recording advance release approval required parties order proceed recording portion denied possible rerecord utilise newly recorded version sampled work instead long song structure remains intact see know copyrights business likel invol ved extent wont ownership permissions crucial whilst much value recorded music business lies ownership recordings also possible derive income copyright creation exploitation curation promotion think ahead make sure right permissions place plan get need legal advice number good music specialist law firms listed aim websites friends aim directory many offer discounts low rates aim members additionall universities queen mary university london offer legal clinics cost musicians union also source valuable advice guidance musiciansstartup guide music business recording publishing contracts recording contracts interested releasing music important understand basis recording record deals types recording deal various types agreement arranged label artist broadly split two types exclusive recording deal sees label become sole rights owner entirety often life recordings copyrights license entails label limited set rights release exploit recordings exclusively usually given period ownership reverts back artist licenses little like leasing recordings label renting label many contemporary label deals cover recording capture songwriting publishing even live merchandise aspects artists business tend called deals signing deal important assess rights responsibilities attach transfer rights artist ask business signing expertise areas captured deal signing artist ask expertise investment capital capacity deliver promising contract contract significant impact artist always advisable everyone involved gets expert legal advice music specialist lawyers key clauses two clauses record deal greater importance primarily set baseline income levels due artistthe advance amount money due artist lump sum usually paid front intended cover artists subsistence well recording new material record company paying creation new recordings owned company artist royalty rate percentage income sales due paid back artist contracts specify base royalty payable artist every sale substantial part rest agreement likely outline ways deductions made base royalty rate payable artist major label recording agreements particular become ever complicated lengthy usually requiring many rights restrictions independent deals independent deals tend straightforward increasingly geared towards transparency easiest way work various split revenue record company usually obliged pay artist royalties sales time amount royalties accrued excess value advance notion known recoupment even artist recouped record company still owns sound recordings basis time recording funded process recouped advance royalties paid artist according terms recording agreement territory clause outlines deal limited geographically speaking uk europe world cases defined solar system known universe minimum commitment used specify minimum content deliverable artist contract specify least release obligations label make recordings commercially available whilst still fulfilling obligations release commitment specific soon delivery recording must released usually relates main territory clauses intended ensure obligation commercial release material timely fashion startup guide music businessoptions refer maximum number tracks albums album cycles otherwise known option periods label entitled pick choose artist may offer recordings another label current label used options released artist sometimes possible current labels permission usually cost released earlier tour support commitment relates minimum financial commitment record company fund otherwise lossmaking touring artist offering signing legal agreement make sure take independent legal advice music specialist lawyer remember paying lawyer client agreements may offer seemingly attractive rates get lower lower get small print equally new label take care overcommit artist find position cannot afford deliver promises made even best intentions dont rely generic templates without understanding legal financial implications agreement bind sometimes long time part financial considerations impact relationships artists well reputation extremely important get right publishing contracts involvement writing songs important understand basis publishing deals number different types publishing agreement tends increase songwriter gains reputation top scale might attract socalled admin deal offers administration lowest possible royalty due publisher full publishing agreement favourable income split favour publishing company advance royalty rate dictate basis agreement advance recoupable via writers royalty rate similar recording agreement described although instance royalty substantially weighted favour writer publishing company opposite historically true comes record deals reflecting greater financial risk taken broader range services generally offered record company clauses regarding royalty rate may vary order incentivise procurement cuts ie songs commercially released sync deals music placements tv film adverts video games etc advances spread across term perhaps triggered intervals delivery specified quantity cuts option extensions see due many fewer recoupable costs lodged writer likely recoup far quickly recording artist elements worth noting exclusivity determine type deal writer signing whether exclusive basis works given period singlesong assignment oneoff basis specific song admin subpublished whereby existing publishing entity assigns rights third party territory clause determines whether deal administered overseas either publishers local country affiliate via subpublishing agreement another company rights period duration publishing company able exploit relevant songs though subject variation often set period perhaps ten fifteen years whilst deals endure entire life copyright term ie years death songwriter whilst rights period specific songs term relates actual writer determines length time songwriter exclusively signed publishing company normally period three years additional option periods assessing options company consider degree startup guide music businesswriter recouped advance well minimum commitment clause designed incentivise writer maintain high standards creatively deliver high quantity songs also actively seek many commercial release opportunities possible example minimum commitment five songs twelve month period would necessitate writer written five songs commercially released within year finally rights granted specifically detail exactly assigned publishing company might usually expected encompass performance mechanical income ie income due recorded music sales well sheet music sync fees understand able utilise key contractual clauses recording publishing agreements particular relating advance roy al ties notion recoupability read much deal types structures see recommended reading section end talk many people pros cons different approaches experiences example attending networking events accept perfect contract every deal compromise clear priorities abilities whenever negotiation dont promise anything cant deliver dont understand full ystartup guide music business collection societies important understand ways exploitation copyright result income coming back course record publishing companies handle royalty flow due sales relatively directly straightforward fashion record downloaded artist paid royalty et writers contributed song recorded session musicians responsible recording string section industry support notion every writer artist compensated work exploited via sale broadcast whether via media live performance apply multitude creative entities make modern music business aside artist writer producers performers musicians arrangers step forward performing rights organisations pros short also known collection societies collective management organisations cmos collective licencing performing rights organisations created reasons cost saving simplification procedure uk music industry applying system known collective licensing occurs majority rights owners collate rights one pot appoint central organisation handle licensing behalf resultant performing rights organisation strike one deal rights owners entire groups licensees instance licensees could radio stations tv channels venues cafes bars etc indeed public commercial entity likely want use music clearly far simpler coming arrangement every single use music every single potential licensee equally licensee come enormous amount agreements every party involved ownership every single track theyre hoping use order ensure relevant creatives fairly compensated public performance work several different organisations created tasked overseeing specific use copyright prs music short performing rights society principle role prs music collect royalties users music uk perform broadcast music public collect behalf songwriters composers publishers hence way concerned artists principle means income derived issuing annual licenses businesses organisations utilise music premises agreement paythrough set rates payable use songs broadcast radio television live performance venues b mcps mechanical copyright protection society whilst mcps operates behalf creatives prs ie songwriters publishers sole purpose collection specific amount every time record either pressed sold downloaded streamed majority resultant income paid back songwriter respective publishing company two independent entities merged operate name prs music c ppl phonographic performance ltd effect ppl performs role prs relation sound recording copyright song public performance scenarios radio tv space music exposed number people also collectively licence ppl instance though royalties collected paid relevant record companies performers equally split basis note ppl prs music collect royalties uk also around world series bilateral agreements equivalent organisations territory vpl video performance ltd vpl perform similar function sister ppl organisation respect music videos hence extends anyone featuring music video artist band member backing dancer featured actor etcstartup guide music businessthe ppl prs music licence ppl prs music formed joint venture order simplify process licensing music public performance providing single point contact entity requiring mentioned licenses joint venture allows occur via one application newly termed themusiclicence collected royalties distributed two parent companies pros work broadcasters prs music ppl issue socalled blanket licence main domestic broadcasters entitles use track administered respective pro without seek permission individual songbysong basis turn broadcasters must provide detailed lists music utilised pros pay correct rightsholders note blanket licenses issued uk broadcasters meaning sky one still required procure licences case case basis prominently lucky chosen ones often profitably us tv film industries obliged seek individual agreements use music productions process known synchronisation later public performance broadcast neighbouring rights performance rights neighbouring rights term used describe performance public broadcast tv radio secondary rights attaching recording copyright master right international collection neighbouring rights become ever important source income industry worth spending moment learning little music played radio uk overseas lot good general information ppl prs websites advanced information aim two guides area well video resources website members startup guide music businesswhat understand principle collective licencing applies pa roy al ties copyright type find wa relevant businesses creators ensure works recordings registered relevant collection societies start keep database works recordings metadata dont rel distributor collection society tools systems companies help check friends aim directory aims website come relevant aim events learn thisstartup guide music business funding covering initial outgoings process maximising artists reach requires substantial investment make business model challenging one many developing artists small labels face difficulties set route market whilst requiring substantial funding order break historically much funding development promotion artist came via record company whilst still occurs much later process using plethora tools data available record companies incentivised wait observe artists market potential develop rather commit early back less likely winner way cost earlystage development swung away record companies places responsibility artist develop level attract substantial investment whilst artists days likely get get signed old world availability social media free low cost tools makes process feasible achievable getting music career ground always said creating buzz many ways still typically number different options generating early stage investment grants contemporary music industry benefits government backed grant funding funding form grants available application number different sources example prs foundation arts council england devolved national governments regional local funding help musicians uk music export growth scheme megs department international trade administered bpi crowdfunding artists increasingly taken direct control early release activity options funding process opened crowdfunding remains popular option spite high profile failure year pledge music collapsed particular reasons proves rule essential read small print crowdfunding nature encourages members public contribute towards project offering incentives products purchase often advance creation result process lends direct artistfan relationship many early adopters eager liaise direct creative talent support career crowdfunding allowed artists viable means raising funding way engaging directly relevant loans though loans remain option music business reality artists often struggle get traditional business loan bank course investors also found though lenders charge interest may involve exchange copyright ownership least ensures intellectual property remains within control borrower private investment trying identify speak language business investment tends strength creatives startup music businesses nevertheless third party investment become increasingly viable means funding projects whether artist entrepreneur simply knows someone might want invest via formal investment programmes looking target music instances programme help package artist investment opportunity seek interested parties set terms resultant deal return initial investment investor may well expect percentage stake forthcoming release get share portion artists income across multiple streams given number yearsstartup guide music businessbrand deals music remains attractive glamorous business one industries hugely keen associate order promote products services underscore brand values energise offering artists create cachet third party brands recognise willing pay association resultant promotional value substantial brand owners principle ambition often reinforce brand identity association definition mean partnering newer developing artists considered better fit target audience notion early adoption applies much commercial partnerships mediawell considered frugal budgeting whilst true upfront costs music promotion expensive worth asking much outgoings actually essential expenditure likely add bottom line day age lot free think everything creative simply considering essentials given piece activity might easy ascertain elements could considered necessities luxuries say business benefit investment merely due consideration given investment made consider investment needs range potential funding options open reach accordingl alwa ys read small print full aware obligations repa yment money kept provided clear deal alwa ys seek specialist legal advicestartup guide music business core business skills worth examining greater depth core principles underpin running business brand values allocate plenty thought constitutes brand values business principles importance want product service business context perceived determine everything type service youre offering market ultimate audience considering want reach help reach possible identify target audience whole business community suppliers advisors investors beyond separating personal business finances essential separate business finances personal money dramatically simplify processes accounting tax preparation could also help event things go wrong means separate business bank account whether set company operate sole trader budgeting advisable make effort budgeting likely expenses consider potential income setting new venture ou research lot likely costs incur looking online consulting contacts industry trial error smaller scale experiments pilot projects think whether require premises website build types insurance staffing transport costs likely accrue onetime expenses regularly incurred costs expenses also help define price point make product service available ie order start try generate revenue costs associated making goods labour packaging shipping processing marketing relevant taxes must considered sales projections many coming music business already involved degree commercial entrepreneurial activity music good basis ascertaining sales projections ideally combined research whether anecdotal literal similar businesses consider know might prepared provide ballpark numbers research artists admire identify different levels within industry see making money learn bookkeeping accounting bookkeeping process tracking recording daily transactions whether sales expenses recording impact financial status words helps track show health business given moment cash flow cash flow single important indicator whether business survive small businesses across wider economy music fail due cash flow problems poor cash flow management biggest single risk business matter good music cant afford pay debts fall due risk going bust maintaining good cash flow making sure get paid due get paid able deliver obligations bills fall due remember cash flow position company vary enormously accounting position number reasons perhaps common late payment invoice one business process need prioritise keeping top cash flow golden rules make sure send invoice soon work actively make sure people pay timestartup guide music businesstax business essential recall business need pay tax profits guide worth assuming approximately twenty percent annual profits need set aside separate deposit account order allocate towards tax obligations due accounting artist accounting royalties due artist extremely complex task one even experienced industry veterans tend outsource third party platform days many platforms available several work commission basis cost nothing front well worth using proper third party system helping run administration particularly comes royalty accounting late getting wrong fundamentally damage relationships artist commercial partner writing business plan writing business plan allow road test proposal identify gaps existing knowledge base also essential circumstances seeking attract third party investment business plan overview document describes business intends generate profit also core elements might want think staffing levels premises managerial leadership operating model course financing words comprehensive blueprint relay business intentions given third party identify commit brand values community vision look numbers separate personal business transactions research employ business forecast process identify employ suitable accountant utilise robust accounting procedures consider outsourcing roy al ty accounting specialist company find details companies tools friends aim directory aim website attending aim events looking area write robust marketing plan stick itstartup guide music business team around artist important understand core team might exist around artist support business needs boundaries role become increasingly blurred recent times nevertheless principles remain understanding roles functions team help formulating strategy artist career campaign manager manager maintain strategic overview across every aspect artists career broadly speaking entails enabling artist free possible focus creative element role whilst management oversees business elements role therefore include involvement aspects far reaching ar logistics legal matters marketing promotion artists health wellbeing important clauses management agreement stipulate basic rate commission due happens rate parties go separate ways legal notion attempts ensure manager always acts artists best interests even may prejudice interests manager highest legal duty care known fiduciary duty lawyer guiding rule business collaboration substantial exchange money undertaken issue regarding ownership exists wise consult lawyer whilst generally suggested guidance tends come cheaply anyone first encountering legal document legalease language utilise understand exactly trustworthy experienced legally trained eye add substantial value prevent multitude later issues employed outset money lawyer could save long run almost certainly worth initial outlay music industry lawyers also tend well networked senior levels within industry organisations making valuable allies connectors earliest stages artists career external input assistance often beneficial booking agent booking agents responsibility procure live performance opportunities artist likely form headline shows support slots festivals artists reach beyond immediate locality agents extensive network contacts capacity understand suitable opportunities exist makes potentially valuable addition team tend work exclusively commission basis gross fees live income accountant often paid annual basis via set fees specific tasks accountants optimise business terms corresponding tax obligations also contribute areas optimal business setup selfassessment book keeping vat returns tour accounting even auditing unsure anything financial recommendation decent accountant worth weight gold blurring role boundaries whilst roles arguably specialist position sometimes necessity oftentimes choice roles end getting combined experienced manager well versed legalease key contractual clauses negotiation tactics example might mean rely less lawyer daytoday issues equally also uncommon days lawyers accountants make move management combining technical training commercial skills entrepreneurial nouse benefit clients ever business necessity remains driver invention problem needs solving solution often found consultation right teamstartup guide music businesswhat understand roles responsibilities value manager lawyer booking agent accountant consider respective importance relative business model consider roles undertaking roles musician make sure clear written agreements setting paid outset get specialist legal advice startup guide music business launch countdown timeline timeline simple document outlines key elements campaign sequential order allows anyone else involved process see intending helps teams coordinate makes possible readily highlight unrealistic deadlines gaps process oversights sequencing issues missed opportunities possible synergies areas improvement addition becomes core document around everything else relates every moving part ie person team refer timeline campaigns encompass specific moment time around build principle focus attention normally would start moment work backwards identify deadlines need whether enough time hit first process creating timeline therefore lies ascertaining key moments likely rather initially focussing going work want work likely achievable purpose document likely separated key areas activity outline exactly campaign begins core elements need created delivered scheduling promotional activities offline digital clearly highlighting key impact points aim focus important elements campaign order allow quick glance understanding ambitions well associated sequencing responsibilities digital release one perceptions digital age able distribute information instantaneously reality digital music distribution established processes developed require time might first imagine processes timing procedure depend nature distribution set whether label example independent third party aggregator services available artist vary accordingly may include elements promotional marketing support synchronisation leads data analytics asset creation retail sellin playlist pitching much come fore recent times streaming consumption increased terms importance worth sometimes taking step back making sure good plan place rushing release track album finished also whilst everyone wants get playlists dont forget highly engaged fans build relationship artist worth significantly revenue time whether sales music tickets merchandise almost number passive listeners hear music playlist may never even know artists name official charts major territories longstanding officially recognised chart systems log sales provide weekly update form chart basic process releasing new material automatically make known relevant chart entity important confirm label distributor behalf feel release may chance featuringstartup guide music businesswhat need order distribute digitall three key elements delivering music distributor include music delivered prespecified audio quality standard format accompanying artwork every release format upload piece artwork must accompany particular specification terms size resolution metadata delivery every finished master recording producer responsible also delivering accompanying label copy details owns copyrights person credited involvement recording process track identified every person correctly remunerated timescale digital distribution possible make tracks available within matter days aiming optimum scenario wise allow four weeks ahead release delivering elements distribution system digital release income every digital download fair assume approximately half value every single track sale make way back owner mechanicals vat sales taxes retailers cut streaming inevitably income due back far less individual transaction varies platform country amount paid per stream quantified third decimal place penny somewhat supports much early criticism around streaming simply doesnt pay sufficiently reality streaming provide promotional channel vital source income many starting revenues tiny look build time really start add deliver constant monthly income business clear make decent money streaming requires large quantities streams individual artist better still combined number streams across number successful artists repertoire owner whilst average pay per user much lower rate downloads likes apple music deezer spotify remain far profitable artists commercial partners per listen populated streaming platform namely outubestartup guide music businesswhat understand use begin employ timelining process map core elements campaign sequential order identify choose suitable digital distributor based upon financial model potential procure pla ylist support ensure release artwork music metadata supplied correct specification distributor four weeks advance release order allow retail sell appreciate digital earnings alone enough support individual artist certainl earl stages understand successful artist often relies combination income streams whereas successful label publisher often relies income comes broad catalogue music startup guide music business physical release physical product still relevant contemporary reality many major territories physical sales still account sizeable portion marketplace whilst sales undoubtedly decline many typically older demographic consumers yet adopt subscription based streaming model preferring notion owning something touch see harder grasp concept cloudbased access whilst appears inevitable sales may well continue decline long cds vinyl somewhat remarkably even return cassette tape account reasonable volumes markets diverse prominent uk usa germany japan clearly relevance consumer remain important physical product right artist whilst difficult paint broad brushstrokes typical music fan genre clear consumers certain types music appear likely purchase physical stock others dance artists operating rapidly moving technology embracing environment might well overlook physicals example whilst heavy metal band could well base income model sale physical product one form another therefore well worth researching similar artists releases give least indication potential uptake said much relies upon type quality product means via communicated typically highly engaged audience likely make purchase even moreso direct artist uber fan seeks opportunity actively engage support making likely purchase higher spec expensive product choosing physical distribution partner distributors simply cater physical market typically choosy artists take limited stock capacity need allocate space inventory items likely sell equally physical distributors consider deal digital rights cannot factored proposition decision may well boil whether intent service physical retail whether artist looking conduct physical sales via direct consumermerch space direct consumer sales regards direct consumer abbreviated dc literally meaning selling straight artist consumer without via third party retailer self fulfilling clearly simpler proposition allowing artist team take direct responsibility matters taking receipt manufactured goods whilst facilitates retention ownership process income come associated logistical issues space keep potentially large quantities stock packing shipping every order dealing subsequent customer queries also requires investment capital upfront stock may may sell see section cash flow fulfilment partner could handle process shipping warehouse customer subsequent customer queries exchange percentage income accrued typically around sometimes flat monthly fee also services print press order require payments stock front alternatives may pay much reduced margin sale beneficial impact cash flow might make drop margin worthwhile distribution retail artists realistically able place merch high street shops necessary secure distribution deal uk likely retail outlets broadly break supermarkets mostly chart product major specialists hmv really sole countrywide survivor independent specialists network independent record stores online likes amazon distributor take logistics customer liaison responsibilities startup guide music businessperhaps true value lies retail relationships capacity procure favourable retail space rates indeed simply sell stock physical retail first instance presence profile physical environment almost certainly lead sales retail sellin process selling retail invariably deal dependant whilst retailer simply wont take stock product believe wont sell even necessary strike deal retailers expect discount works premise increasing proportion quantity stock prepared take return distributor might barter better quality racking shelf space position whilst purchases premeditated many remain impulse buys reliant upon entering consumers consciousness therefore distribution partner require promotional bullet points information much promo team limited space environment necessary fight hard placement making particular importance relaying date accurate promotional momentum sales team order justify sales push retail instores many retailers frequently independent stores recognise value artist performance within retail space driver sales called stores store performances act potential call arms customers effectively attend free live performance conducted within local music retail space opportunity see artist perform intimate setting well meet greet sign merchandise highly effective stimulator sales otherwise quiet times day aim publishes members list independent record stores around uk invite artists perform instores well tech specs requirements information would help incorporate tool release schedule marketing planlikel deal terms procuring distribution partner certainly entail signing associated deal order outline core elements relationship principle amongst term duration agreement last type rights whether physical inclusive digital whether repertoire owner needs provide finished goods territories outlining geographical reach terms royalty split digital split would expected lower distributor physical acknowledging reduced logistical effort digital distribution may base starting place around due distributor remainder going repertoire owner costs timescale physical distribution selling physical product invariably starts manufacture many options available independent artist economies scale principle applies process manufacture produced lower cost per unit cost also determined relative complexity product type manufactured terms timing manufacturer turnaround standard cd ought around four weeks receipt elements delivery finished stock warehouse allowing potential stock issues priming distributor retail sell vinyl timings much greater often running twelve weeks instances repertoire owner requests test pressing effectively sample listening copy check quality prior mass manufacture physical items processes also apply broad range merchandise items sold retail via dc artist repertoire owner generally required provide finished stock hence bear cost manufacture upfront also merchandisers work printondemand type basis reacting orders real time albeit inevitable downside unit cost expensive startup guide music businesswhat need order distribute physicall music audio cd manufacturers request music delivered ddp file format alternatively red book cdr tracklisting also time embed isrcs manufacturing process desired international standard system identification recorded music allows individual track numbers permanently encoded track help ensure correct remuneration creators issued ppl labeldistributor uk vinyl files generally provided wav format standard bit rate bitkhz artwork physical product require delivery artwork every element product front back cover booklet inserts cd vinyl labelon body print need designed delivered onto prespecified manufacturer grids order ensure margin design print manufacture error reduced metadata ostensibly comprised information digital release addition physical product specific information vinyl side splits differing catalogue numbers etc physical release income commercial terms physical sales uk based upon retail price ppd published price dealer price per unit paid retailer repertoire owner vary according prescribed price points price points used make product available might considered full price reduced mid price budget price sometimes employed shift old stock numerous additional intermediate price levels vary according strategic aims product format content etc pay back repertoire owner therefore based percentage ppd may typically around half value retail price albeit subject whatever pricing retailer chooses make available customer clearly much rough approximationstartup guide music businesswhat decide selling physical product right artist decide whether retail presence necessary source manufacturing quotes either setup fulfilment partner prepare selffulfil seeking retail presence locate choose suitable physical distribution partner negotiate terms accordingl ensure artwork music metadata supplied correct specification manufacturer less four weeks advance release date cd twel weeks advance vinyl keep distribution sales team speed promotional activity order aid sellin process retailstartup guide music business marketing principles marketing process generating maximum possible awareness via efficient timeframe expenditure marketing message effectively amplified via tastemakers influencers buyin tastemakers rapidly facilitate growth fanbase reality music business handful key gatekeepers carry even greater influence support significant negative reaction severely obstruct progress artists career extreme circumstances effectively finish industry relies people order magnify marketing message reach mass market marketing plan marketing plan mainly focussed means get buyin tastemakers remains key document campaign armoury plan outline likely demographics target audience artist usp unique selling points campaign sequencing impact points retail support core messaging well key content assets also outlines media ideally right specific individuals make targeting magnifying message target audience three pillars music marketing central element marketing plan giving campaign team tools work help make artist sufficiently distinctive amongst backdrop incredibly crowded marketplace many thousands tracks uploaded given day artistic message becomes vital part fight media consumer attention usually relayed via combination three separate interrelating elements music music core campaign sufficiently distinctive outstanding quality order justify effort involved bringing marketthe visuals imagery video content associated artist often first important component capturing given targets attention ideally sufficiently striking instantly engaging also logical visual reference music applies increasing array elements press shots artwork music videos social media content live backdrops much message message often key contrast artists combination many elements often based around artists narrative logical extension music accompanying visuals expressing coherent simple narrative media consumer easily pick owned channels versus third party channels owned channels sense refer artists website well social media channels basis controlled artist safe knowledge immediate team deciding exactly posted different third party owned channels controlled someone else eg media retail etc artist might hope use gain access following requires owners buy support owned channels one space whereby artist control messaging content posted result remain fundamental part promotional arsenal makes artists social channels else artist homepage digital web presence definitive place communicate outside world startup guide music businesscontent planning consumer targeting social media allowing much direct engagement consumer use suitable cta call action ie action want fans users take engage content arguably important element marketing plan conceived early enough process around release used means communicate sort content needs created creative process order facilitate desired cta digital targeting professional plan also contain plan degree detail digital advertising targeting perhaps advertising offline platforms eg print tv radio order find routes target audience communicate useful information similar related artists context support key moments throughout campaign period digital platforms contain relatively sophisticated ways advertise specifically segmented audiences whether reaching existing fans expanding fanbase eg geographical lifestyle based segmentation impact points campaigns tend built around key impact points moments activity boosted maximum impact identifying communicating points occur fundamental planning process hooks rest campaign built giving clear direction certain activities needed whether led media promotions marketing advertising content content content reality contemporary musician comes social media love hate youd better impact always audience places enormous strain artist maintain dialogue presence regardless point campaign reached answer nearly always creation yet quality content share often quicklystartup guide music businesswhat understand hierarchy tastemakers principle procuring support media consumer leaders order magnify marketing message number people create marketing plan achieve detailing content used attract tastemakers ensure plan clearl rela ys interesting distinctive musical visual narrative themes seamlessl relate include marketing plans content required perhaps plans digital ad targeting help engage deliver content consumers recognise opportunity engaging audience social media best wa engage via regular feed interesting contentstartup guide music business new model ownership data ownership data well copyright business music based copyrights exclusive rights things music generates income whether thats song recording preferable outright owner either preferably long possible use music technically exploitation copyrights owners beginning though additional layer ownership audience customer data although marketing effective impact combined capacity copyright owner reach directly artists audience unlike commercial sectors music business product content owner doesnt usually control ways getting product market presents dilemma effective marketing promotion dont truly understand composition behaviour audience though social media opened capacity artist engage directly fan associated data owned artist platform exists content owner distance potential barriers audience whilst also mercy controls social media platform result emphasis switched called dc direct consumer model selling music direct fan effect acting artist retailer content owner owns fan data well first time allows direct artisttofan relationship controllable fully transparent also creates ability remarket principle lot efficient sell music already engaged attempt reach new potential fans owning data one purchase therefore possible see consumer purchased proactively engage merging capacity track buying habits real time possible enhance optimise sales marketing process every stage making marketing efficient potentially saving cost effort data anal ysis alongside growing understanding importance data ownership recognition increased amount data returning digital platforms inspected however often useful learnings data hidden need greater complex analysis revealed also worth recognising data often reveals rarely final question arguably significant decision making mix result ever greater emphasis placed upon highly skilled data analysts recognise significant amongst insignificant interpret said data increasingly meaningful ways build platforms tools present results advanced campaigns combination insightful data analysis meaningful market research tends give best results terms optimising marketing processesstartup guide music businesswhat acknowledge benefit owning consumer data make steps towards already place appl process remarketing order maximise owned data increase sales look sources services data anal ytics appl combination data anal ysis market research optimise understanding consumer behaviourstartup guide music business promotion promotion music industry amplifies marketing message usually series well established relationships traditionally practice promotion involved drilling onto various types areas media based around ambition getting tastemaker support working individuals relevant networks expert knowledge types areas media importance relationships field promotion perhaps music business even digital age exists strength relationships access prs network contacts usually much reason hired invariably comes cost ongoing need curation increasingly overpopulated market means higher tastemaker influencer exists food chain attention sought increases likelihood tastemakers influencers relying small group trusted promotions contacts time order filter otherwise enormous volume music confronted daily basis know targets one key theme resonates regardless campaign namely need wellconsidered targeting tastemakers influencers ensures highest possible uptake also avoids unnecessary practice carpetbombing people regardless stated preferences fields interest earn bad reputation cases make tastemakers trying reach avoid campaigns run even following campaigns appropriate radio radio uk national radio still often sits top promotional tree promotional wins occur substantial national radio playlist reverberate around campaign team though influencer podcasts playlists increasingly become relevant genres already overtaken radio fortunate uk national bbc stations commercial radio network means offering countrywide radio exposure station generally mostly democratically agreed playlisting policy whereby key personnel required meet regular basis decide tracks added list removed well quotas new music diversity policies station predominantly base broadcasting output upon content playlists major show major national networks tends producer dj whose responsibility contribute opinion playlisting process select tracks spot plays depending individual remit role radio plugger specialist promoter radio identify suitable radio targets deliver music importantly actually plug plugging portion makeorbreak element whereby plugger would expected use experience knowledge radio policy personnel work network relationships order sell given track increase chances getting radio airplay possible playlist places initiatives bbc introducing allows artists capacity upload music direct consideration local bbc radio station potential move higher food chain national level radio exposure democratised process procuring radio support away simply relying upon radio plugging regional radio uk radio network also made large quantity smaller regional radio stations delivering localised output smaller geographical audience significant proportion regional radio stations owned handful companies allowing create centralised content rolled across network certain times day also means process plugging startup guide music businessregionally always done particularly localised fashion getting support central company rolls across rest companys network therefore possible gain near national levels airplay handful key regional radio players regional radio support scale though also essential terms procuring early adopter influencer support form local specialist radio stations shows rather trying get national influencers likely receive attention tv tv performance openings contemporary artists dwindled last decades broadcasters moved away specialised musiconly programming leaving handful good opportunities exist tend lean towards major international artists considered likely deliver higher audience figures pecking order uk tv plugging therefore tends focus small number prime time performance slots mostly within format televised awards ceremonies variety shows reality tv shows presenterled chat shows occasional cameo spots soaps minimal number music specialists music video channels remain important part mix artists delivering official music video content sufficient quality though number mainly musicvideo channels also shrinking line growth digital video platforms strangely audience numbers remained fairly consistent initial dropoff following global embracing outube video based platforms channels opening new countries expansion digital tv channels tend deliver well targeted audiences specific music genres certain shows also make provision feature clips video content segueways advert breaks also impactful way finding new audience feature interviews also offer valuable televised promotional outlet artists opportunities leaning towards topical broadcasts tend narrativeled slots particularly impactful way communicating part artists broader message back story support cause particular interest good tv plugger often pr access types opportunities print online press capacity reach large amounts readers longer exclusive domain handful longstanding print institutions many still exist successfully added online offering digital publications formal informal created transformation printed word media blurred lines professional journalism amateur blogging dramatically increasing amount content places find whilst time reducing audience one publication clear promotional benefits developments ability cater considered niche markets smaller pockets interest could never fully serviced traditional print media much reachable via digital means shared interests groupings often makes targeted audience resulting higher rate conversion reader fan targets generally domain music pr likely spent great deal time effort building relationships order maintain direct line communication significant journalists written assets pr compile individual press releases significant moment campaign individual single track releases albums tours major content release announcements etc press release specific overview normally one page length detailing pertinent information journalists absorb deciding want feature part often also contain reference broader narrative previously mentioned startup guide music businessthe campaign message written communicated much greater length detail artist biography bio isnt necessarily detailed history timeline artists life point opportunity identify communicate particular indepth campaign story main opportunity communicate message discussed identified advance relevant artist also main musical content moment crisis management pr also person turn event unexpectedly unpleasant messaging relating artist leaking media circles inevitably situations develop new information comes light socalled crisis management pr crucial effort taking back element control nature surrounding messaging pressfacing person around artist pr field queries times must attempt steer positive outcome possible close coordination artist management others working campaign social media influencers power recommendation social media digital channels expand become significant need curation also spread however key difference nature influencers whose voices tend come less traditional fields journalism instead pubic domain nature social media provides platform anyone voice steer opinion enabling individuals gain enormous followings short space time net result environment populated large quantity socalled social media influencers specialising particular fields whose audiences buy tone voice branding messaging result carry enormous influence younger demographics particular whose opinion likely swayed power recommendation straight advertisingsuch influencers result high demand potential support given message get audience influencer marketing effectively takes place coming together tastemaker product andor service entirely authentic seamless product consistent influencers established brand values lack authenticity likely immediately apparent resulting limited commercial gain weakening perception brand product alike podcasts podcasting delivery specific audio file via digital means part wider programme uninitiated begun become increasingly important part promotional mix along growth influencers movement traditional media social media many turned podcasting means communicating passions opinions entertainment nature podcasts tend deliver loyal followers highly specialised content make targeting particularly impactful authentically linked music campaign streaming promotions major streaming platforms receive enormous quantity new music given week result need help applying sort sorting process tracks choose support whilst several spotify included opened capacity artists teams pitch directly utilising online forms also capacity pitch directly trusted distribution channels sizeable playlist community club specialist dj promo field club promotion remains core part process building local regional support particularly dance music across country specialist prs club promoters long standing relationships great quantities djs clubs across uk largely control means relaying new material generally done advance release tracks dispersed startup guide music businessacross network frequently across numerous different genre mixes maximise potential uptake djs play provide subsequent feedback better performing tracks feature top sections associated club charts indicating evidence broader specialist interest likely audience interest use existing relationships create new ones key promotional tastemaker targets direct media relations alwa ys likel prove beneficial operating via third party identify key promotional tastemaker targets consider hiring promotions personnel particular fields outlined chapter order enlist support artiststartup guide music business live performance live performance income stream live performance always fundamental income source artists wider music business took increased importance digital downturn followed turn millennium partially put core music fans placing increased value experiences subsequent process sharing social media boom research indicating peer group word mouth influence frequently friends social media posts accounts roughly onethird consumer discovery events would seem logical assume live performance attendance also well placed benefit socalled fomo fear missing factor seemingly increasing influence us recent years record labels common practice among major labels income sources reduced included income stream recording agreements socalled deals argument including label spending lot money resource particularly early artists career raising artists profile fronting tour costs therefore benefit live activity may well opportunity without labels efforts opposite argument particularly established artists label significantly contributing fees artist gain already live shows therefore shouldnt benefit independent labels broad range deals available previously discussed guide many avoided including share live income recording agreements leaving income stream artist help artists cash flow sometimes avoid potential areas conflict independents always included live dont agree practice see point principle take share income different good inspect business feel aspect outset reassess gotouring album standard industry practice ensure significant live performances planned correspond record release combination impact points occurring concurrently makes numerous promotional advantages least combined promotional activity causing artists profile peak opportunities consumer aware artist content maximised regardless whether impact point live event recording addition also possibility co ordinating marketing advertising messaging right fundamentals consistency branding visuals including tour dates posters adverts pr perspective live shows also offer added value able invite host key tastemakers influencers order help spread word ever agent artist reached certain profile booking agents often shortened agent role procure live performance opportunities behalf artists agents roster commonly work exclusive basis earning commission five fifteen percent gross live earnings early stages artists career invariably attract low fees make procuring agent somewhat difficult agents commitment requires absolute belief artists long term potential order justify early efforts bring little income form commission industry role promotional element required extensive network reliable contacts relevant territories book regional national international levels broad range contacts allow greatest opportunity securing right kinds performances whether headliner support slots many festival propositions relevant individual artiststartup guide music businessthis never stop artist immediate team finding opportunities contacts activities artist team agent reinforce raise profile artist agents role particularly early stages artists career replace artist teams activities add bringing contacts play support slots whilst artists start careers booking gigs reality reach difficult spread beyond locality agents first role often help spread artists geographical reach expand live fanbase getting support slots playing second third bill support headlining artist part bigger event risk performing afield empty rooms mitigated somewhat relying draw main artist attract crowd bring following still crucial artist immediate team continue promote gigs order artist show loyal fanbase recommended promoter others get repeat bookings headline shows types deal offer seeking grow audience right established following outside immediate locality next opportunities headline tours agents role book route headline tour based logistics ie sensible geographical reach order minimise travel time reduce tour costs venue suitability population density also upon customer location data available typically comes whatever digital platforms artist already using various types deal agent strike headline performances reflecting negotiating position either promoter artist relative confidence capacity sell tickets typically based upon called door deals meaning income collected night door reality also advance ticket sales sometimes referred hard ticket sales used calculate percentage gross ie costs box office receipts split artist promoter less relevant expenses costs expenses typically include things venue hire security insurance sound engineer fee advertising etc broken detail events completion income split artist promoter variety ways flat deals guarantee artist set fee regardless ticket sales versus deal offer whichever higher artist specified flat fee percentage ticket sales plus deal offer guarantee plus percentage ticket sales alternatively straight percentage split offered based percentage ticket sales guarantee shows promoters scenarios different worth asking basis calculation unclear festivals offer added bill particular festival also important part artists profile build giving valuable credibility mention exposure perhaps large new audiences promotional opportunities might otherwise available even importance artist festivals typically position pay higher fees artist might otherwise attract headline proposition shows mention artist pay associated costs putting show festival offers typically flat fee nature among reasons ticket sales cant attributed single artist promoter promoter individual company whose principle role put live event importantly bear financial risk means even event undersells runs loss promoter still pay whatever costs already agreed startup guide music businessincluding artists fee promoter pocket whatever left expenses artist fee meaning risk considered justifiable financial upside successfully selling large venue shows enormous promotional activities typically take form mailouts existing customer databases flyering postering venue elsewhere placement press adverts relevant publications listings gig programmes well contributing towards costs activity social media advertising campaigns live promotion previously mentioned gig promotion responsibility promoter reality much promotional momentum live shows likely come artist sense fundamental principles artist adhere includes putting great show prominent posts social media profiles targets ad campaigns advance pr promotion fall within direct responsibility artist team around artist tour manager principle role tour manager ensure live event takes place planned take overall responsibility wellbeing artist crew effect also eyes ears manager ground without manager attendance every event alongside artist key role play preplanning preproduction elements tour activity helping budget book resources accordingly ensure every logistical element likely encountered considered advance dealt speedily cost effectively possible tour support artists live fees sufficient cover projected expenses performance allowing deductions agent manager commission signed artist likely look record label help cover resultant shortfall principle rights owner likely want artist live performance profile benefit activity also therefore party hopefully cashrich position record companys responsibility fund shortfall form socalled tour support advance inevitably approved considered recoupable cost offset artist income previously discussed label may feel justifiable take share artists live income result merchandise substantial opportunities generating either income promotional mileage touring beyond core element good performance traditionally significant merchandising works basic premise already interested artist ie gig attendees highly likely make purchase ie merch stand artist makes clear whilst onstage also come front house gig sign merchandise meet greet fans likely merchandise income takings increase considerably many venues would expect take split often around ten percent merchandising earnings return providing facility often written performance agreement always involve promoter providing personnel attend merch desk putting live events concept curation develops within recorded music side industry idea expands world live music putting live event relies mostly combination strength performing artists corresponding lifestyle branding communicated potential target audience handling factors substantial impact likely success event entrepreneurs quick recognise transferability curational skills live recorded music startup guide music businessopportunities become involved live events promotion expanded crowded live market important make event distinctive appealing whilst musical choices made send clear message type event audience branding communicated combination elements including everything choice visual assets including logo media partners used promotion venue location encouraged attend nonmusical activities facilities entertainment food drink options relevant type range accommodation degree event narrative also important artist campaigns relays sense identity artist consumer relate understand roles responsibilities value booking agent promoter tour management roles able differentiate headline support slots festivals associated monetary promotional value differing types deal likel entail use knowledge put place suitable live strategy drive artists career forward ensure promotion live events corresponding record campaign mutual benefit utilise suitable promotional means support artists events understand engage additional financial promotional opportunities live events merchandise beyond consider whether existing curational expertise could applied expanded upon within live events contextstartup guide music business sync commercial deals definition sync sync use music accompany synchronise moving image visual production typically film advert television use plus gaming sometimes even live events sync practical terms refers oneoff licence agreement use piece music conjunction another media instances blanket collective license eg ppl prs already place third parties need music established terrestrial television networks uk bbc itv example blanket licences licence available law ppl prs covers effectively uk music place use music represented across output true others sky tv particularly north american television broadcast film syncs desirable visual media industry primarily emotional connection music provides music evokes high emotional connection people potential substantially enhance feeling message syncs music used help convey story already exists pictures adding impact depth music also carries element credibility brands media often excited associated value sync financial value given sync deal varies enormously depending number elements type media film tv programme etc duration frequency music used artists notoriety production budget value purely financial though whilst syncs clear source recording publishing income also exist highly valuable promotional opportunity many syncs right film example kickstarted helped boost artists careers crucial moments area business procuring sync relies substantially luck terms right music particular opportunity right time capacity licensable within often short timescale music supervisors role music supervisor match music particular visual production clear usage ideally supervisor chosen extensive network contacts across music business also equally extensive knowledge musical styles genres current musical trends generally already part existing production entity hired flat fee basis supervisors contact point visual industry music industry hence play vital role process musical placement increasing chances getting sync many record companies publishing companies increasingly distributors sync licensing departments work hard procure opportunities also specialist stand alone sync agencies working close coordination labels campaign teams forthcoming releases form close relationships music supervisors agencies brands prable element synchronisation associated network supervisors agencies many practical copyright owner generate cultivate therefore usually preferable employ company operate sync agency working behalf repertoire owner syncready housekeeping ease track licensed often difference finalising deal independent labels made usp clearing sync quickly painlessly therefore underlying good practices copyright owners put place order startup guide music businessmaximise visibility possibility music synced ideal scenario copyrights track recording song owned one party allowing music supervisor negotiate one copyright owner representative means straightforward rapid clearance process possible usually case least preferable parties open sync deals principle ready respond short time frame musical content potential sync relevance also ready comprehensive detailed metadata possible well track title artist name licensing contact ideally include performers elements artwork isrc reference relevant musical genre well description key moods themes music might prove relevant songwriter information promotional tastemaker uptake always useful relay help convince artisttrack worthy attention also advisable instrumental versions material ready deliver request audio clashes often required alongside main sync use capitalising upon sync necessary also artist take proactive approach promotion around sync activity majority newlyexposed listeners know name artist track heard starts making track easy find audiences easy associate sync music generally available dsps time broadcast availability sync eg release game also sensible capture actual sync visuals share artists socials allow spread consumers may missed initial broadcast fans particular show video game copyright clearance music licensing clearance famously messy affair involve number people companies ambitions perspectives represents good deal least wanting use track sync must seek licences rights sound recording song composition possible use particular track without rights signed typically sum offered publishing recording entities equal value offering one higher provision almost certain invite denial side offered less sync deal terms many points consider negotiating synchronisation terms equally relevant sound recording songpublishing rights owner perspective include actual product whether specific film tv programme video game example context use ideally relayed via synopsis scene overview duration time music featured media type whether placed within framework perhaps cinema online tv online advert mid movie end credits example term long song exploited context relevant territories sync made available indeed geographical restrictions course fee payable copyright ownerstartup guide music businessgaming use music context gaming exploded recent times fuelled technology increased quantities time users spend gaming engrossing nature many games require similarly immersive use musical content timelines creating video games much longer music business uncommon developers embedding music game eighteen twenty four months advance release fees gaming structured somewhat differently syncs either straight buy flat fee lots rights royalty basis per copy game sold though increasingly online gaming monetised advertising selling copies game lump sums payable hitting given quantities games bought advertising television adverts probably frequent likely opportunity sync income copyright owners artist team part decisionmaking process regarding advertising approach whether association particular brand relevant advertorial treatment way damaging artists message reputation brand whether broader connection artist sync sufficient integrity adverts tend mainly overseen advertising agencies highly specific briefs musical feel lyrical relevance budget given ad third party commercial deals brands need music usually brand owner use music way reinforcing brands identity turning artists whose brand meet brand values even film television syncs brands use excitement showbiz value music energise product using promotional mileage way would otherwise much harder without association artist brand association means opportunity connect artist particular set hopefully shared values chance broaden audience first foremost potential sometimes significant income brand partnerships maximised ideally need mutually beneficial add value connect audiences commercial deal terms various points consider commercial deals mostly based around notions control extent sever terms event association turning sour include details specific service artist required provide essence done accompanying exclusivity brands seek restrict artists similar association competitor geographical reach deal extent either party creative control prevent misuse association eithers perspective agreement duration terms conditions respect severance particularly illegal activity arguably likely advent adverse publicity lastly fee including specific points activities trigger corresponding payment startup guide music businesswhat create relevant sync relationships music supervisors agencies third party brand owners also possible aims sync events networking events year ensure filing sync housekeeping done full order maximise capacity harness sync opportunity potentiall short notice consider employing third party sync agency aim proactivel getting better opportunities artists improve knowledge referring aim sync guide resources available attend aims sync session starting looking start approaching syncs perhaps aims annual sync conferencestartup guide music business international expansion digital platforms allow spread content countries without distinction music operates increasingly borderless music environment creating potential artists find new audiences outside domestic territory potential dramatically increases though employment local market expertise help make connections opportunities represent artist local level go overseas decision make sustained overseas efforts complex one often decision chicken egg situation existing overseas label partner may want see evidence market interest territory ahead committing time effort likewise interest likely element seeking overseas partner keys determining overseas activity research opportunity passion research first copyright owner certain existence relevant audience analysis success similar artists ought provide insight certainly combined naturally occurring overseas fanbase evidenced artists social media channels opportunity uncommon opportunities present artist particular overseas markets little evidence support fanbase might form tour support offer successful international artist creative relationship overseas artist online sync festival offer artist band member able speak particular language passion perfectly possible local partner whether discovery recommendation direct approach express enthusiasm artist interest alone sufficient generate momentum situation may existing evidence local uptake obvious opportunity capitalise upon simply degree excitement justifies putting effort route market whilst digital distribution arrangement allows artist cross borders number alternative routes market add additional interest reach rollout via label subsidiary networks many ukbased independent labels distributors network subsidiary companies partner labels distributors major recorded music markets particularly us germany networks allow domestic rights owner capacity preserve copyright ownership benefits independent approach maintaining high degree centralized control campaign process assigning rights overseas label instances worldwide rights selfowned recording agreement limited uk single territory common practice seek sort overseas recording agreement lucrative sign deals territory byterritory basis time consuming requires considerable knowledge territory also advantages assigning rights one label likely major record label always fewer labels work groups territory often share language legal system basis efforts coordinated straightforward organise licensing limited licensing tends occur artist proven track record substantial industry buzz country position strength comes entering license rather assigning recording rights outright license allows copyright owner give right release record given market local label ultimate ownership copyright retained returned period time startup guide music businessthe pa ygo pa go label increasingly viable option proven pedigree enough funding solid team around hire people direct represent local regional level copyright owner bears costs team must knowhow hiring experienced local team ground key markets whilst retaining complete control process direct communication everyone involved model likely keep higher share available revenues need cash available hire people expertise run team effectively remotely could different part world joint ventures joint venture partnerships tend option wellestablished artists labels proven pedigree seeking greater degree control overseas markets yet without incurring expense knowledge hiring form inmarket setup partnering existing company given territory allow greater control process potentially higher degree financial reward straight licensing option compromise comes form parties contributing towards costs though dividing resultant income equally split net receipts basis export practice selling domesticallymanufactured product overseas known exporting viable option repertoire owners looking dip toe given overseas market requires local distribution agreement allows owner claim net income costs distributing due sales complicated option beyond realm guidelocating overseas partners aside reaching likes aim shortcut identifying right international team matter capacity relationship takes association music business impossible undervalue significance networking keeping resulting relationships live healthy understanding local landscape one key advantages overseas team place gaining indepth knowledge direct access local media retail landscape makeup relative importance key partners varies enormously regional individual territory territory level making information fundamental campaign direct media relations important comes procuring desired promotional opportunities afar absence longerterm relationships cultural technical knowledge bring fraught room misunderstanding value market even allowing intelligent planning modern technology generic asset creation simply substitute artist present market given territory fundamental reality campaign team artist even local media become substantially engaged instant artist spends time particular territory moreover prominent media demand presence artist person hence time market almost certainly help procure better quality coverage bespoke content key potential supporters whether media retail value campaign justify creation exclusive content also countries traditional models required exclusive content order build startup guide music businessmaintain audiences nature content vary relatively straightforward delivered upfront written qa streaming playlist example created whilst artist present marketplace exclusive performance interview generic content value artist market presents immediate problem simply cannot one place time conversely still overarching aim every campaign feed many media outlets consumers possible order generate coverage however possible service everincreasing quantity media despite limited artist access servicing media epks electronic press kits files contain broad spectrum digitally delivered materials seamlessly adapted local use giving media outlet appearance direct access artist decide right time become active overseas markets partners form activity take place start build networks attend conferences networking events potential international services partners tend go aim runs number conferences aim connected aim house great escape attract people aim membership also offers discounts many uk oversees conferences events committed allocate sufficient time market resource content creation effort order maximise impact key territoriesstartup guide music business future need know predicting future business difficult thing et order survive must aware need adapt stands reason adjust best allow maintain business also steal competitive advantage current environment provides clues likely directions music business might take vast majority driven technological developments associated cultures arise result also worth realising music business seems function cycles often inventing equally often referring back earlier patterns trends allowing us recognise past give us valuable clues direction future converging digital media digital media seldom operate entirely isolation whilst music synchronisation long allowed placement musical audio accompaniment visual media potential interactive media far greater occasional hit film soundtrack focus moving focussing listeners attention ability accompany activities gaming leading way area us consumed music important know total value global music business utterly dwarfed gaming industry reality gaming long since taken music go subculture youth whilst could seen lessen music music still essential part mix fact music retains value makes highly desirable addition gaming interactive better recognition soundtracking element gaming nature users frequently play several hours time streaming platforms specifically curated gaming playlists gives enormous potential discovery new music gaming consumers prefer heighten user experience addition music ever increasing opportunities target otherwise difficulttoreach audiences data anal ysis collection subsequent use understanding data remains everexpanding area focus virtually modern businesses music otherwise digital environments allow us attempt understand engage ever key dissemination information useful learnings applied commercial benefit data analysis therefore becomes differentiator truly harnessing data virtual augmented reality notion using technology create virtual environments add real world experience exciting potentially limitless clearly cusp dramatic expansion arenas might reasonably consider music play part process key surely lies understanding technology must substantially add experience order create situation whereby user something virtually simply cannot otherwise real world environment area great potential harness example musiclovers unable physically otherwise attend gigs many potential opportunities enhanced storytelling superimmersive experiences artificial intelligence history music business industry curated business genrebased sorting however combination smartphone technology streaming consumption changing towards either mood activity based models likely discover artist song via revision chill concentration workout playlist whilst still require element curation direct focus startup guide music businesswe dictates want listen every single listening experience logged used create highly detailed individual fingerprint user preferences likes dislikes result unique musical dna every single user given digital platform clear humancurated experience subject one made ai artificial intelligence defined usage computer systems performing kinds tasks usually associated human beings purposes particularly related decisionmaking perception track choices fed streaming platforms algorithmbased playlists built collection vast amounts data recognise match preferences similar users reflect tastes back form alternative track suggestions use ai inevitable experience acquired systems becomes ever complex future collection analysis data harnessed conjunction application ever finessed ai systems emerging markets recorded music business dominated certain territories many decades us via japan germany uk downwards markets effective legal technological systems allowed grow flourish equally potentially enormous markets china russia india far greater population sizes didnt systems result represented opportunities piracy far legitimate commercial counterparts one effects dominance western music culture broader global picture global superstars invariably american occasionally british though reasons vary country country generally combination technological ideological governmental commercial developments historical borders musical expansion broken introduces tantalising proposition music socalled nontraditional markets greatly improved platform break globally considering population india alone greater north america europe combined potential impact development becomes obvious full stack media companies music income becomes ever spread across different sources workers within business adopt ever entrepreneurial approaches companies become less singlefocussed mentality result commonly known within business full stack principle rather departments subsidiaries operating independently one another combining across breadth business extreme right way content creation distribution promotion even retail becomes feasible control input stage process hence benefit processes multiple ways startup guide music businesswhat dont fear progress innovation change inevitable learn recognise harness dont jump onto every new app piece software lands desk fail survive making capacity select informed decision important sta date developments current industry affairs due diligence future aim runs quarterl musicmeetstech mixers covers technology subjects conference programme training sessions year make time project forward consider business look like two five ten years time innovation help hinder much need prepared al ter approach business model go make tremendous success businessstartup guide music business wellbeing music industry modern business world would failure address wellbeing make career music whether musicians people working support careers greatly increased cultural awareness mental health real widespread occurrence thankfully many establishments charities organisations offering support advice better way sign turn input longstanding british charity help musicians uk kindly relayed message publication nearly years help musicians uk providing help support opportunities empower musicians stages lives independent charity whose wide spectrum work includes integrated programme combining health welfare services creative development funding ground breaking research mental health helpline entire music industry hearing health scheme aims prevent hearing problems would otherwise bring musicians careers untimely end ou find helpmusiciansorguk musician crisis eg unexpected event illness accident means heshe cannot work work much subject eligibility criteria help musicians uk offer financial support including paying therapy medical treatment well making payments towards household bills living costs help cope working medical help via british association performing arts medicine including assessment specialist health advice treatment required information appropriate health care practitioners taking account needs musician visiting service understand need signposting sources support step change business debt line medical specialists ou contact hmuk also runs mental health helpline called music minds matter dedicated service anyone music industry trained advisors understand complexity working music listen support help time day night offer emotional support advice information signposting specialist services debt legal advice well access help musicians uk grants free confidential available across uk ou contact music minds matter email mmm helpmusiciansorguk also organisations help aim help signpost ou never suffer alone best seek help early possible finally know power friends networks peers help support us pass useful experience information aim encourages networking related activities anyone know vulnerable need emotional psychological support know help hand please reach appropriatestartup guide music businessfurther information information sources aims website aimorguk aims online resources publicly available information wealth exclusive content aim members guides tipsheets explainers articles video content aims conferences training events aim events conferences training events networking socials annual aim independent music awards opportunities substantial discounts available aim members friends aim directory evergrowing number companies offer services people releasing music pr plugging legal accounting data services venues dsps uk governments small business support services govukbusinesssupporthelpline queen mary universitys law arts service free legal advice creative industries lac qmulacukadvicearts musicians union advice guidance legal support musicians musiciansunionorguk help musicians uk music minds matter mental health helpline email mmm helpmusiciansorguk number groups organisations trade bodies music ecosystem focus specific activities genres areas business may also good sources information support principle ones found listed website uk music set provide collective voice across recorded published live arms british music industry lobbying government policymakers promoting shared interests uk music sector go ukmusicorg information recommended followup reading ou need know music business uk edition passman slackers guide music industry phil taggart getting es roger fisher william ury bruce patton music business essential guide law deals ann harrison secrets negotiating record contract moses avalon music licensing bob kohn note us centric dissecting digital dollar cmu insights diy access guide attitude everything traction startup achieve explosive customer growth gabriel weinberg touring mental health manual tamsin embleton fun kill friends john niven black vinyl white powder simon napierbell big life jazz summers another planet teenager suburbia tracey thorn close edge search global hip hop generation sujatha fernandes startup guide music business"
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