I need help with the music biz?
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vocal chords are muscles also,our lips are controlled by muscles,so the more you work them the tighter and looser they can be made to get,so singing in one tone or the same genre does not excersise them at all.\nget some vocal prep ideas from operatic sites,or singers,you may seek some background on mariah carey also,see if there is any prep ideas in her back ground
849179
go to a store that sells only music or a store that sells only old music. either should b able to help u.
78434
Find someone to help you book some gigs, get a band (if you dont have one) and get a van to travel to the gigs and to sleep in.  Be willing to take ANYTHING to get your music out there.  It will also be a very big help for you to have a self-recorded and self-pressed CD for sales at the gigs.  If you don't have extra ways of making money, you'll starve.\n\nI did this for a while back in the early 80s.  It was a lot of fun, but we were always dirty and hungry.  We'd play in front of anyone and any size crowd.  We never really 'made it', but it was fun for a while.
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There are a couple of options.  You can try to join the union, it is a great resource for companies that can help you submit music for various movies.  I work for a PR firm that reps a few people that have had their music placed in movies and TV shows. Its more of a "who you know" game. Because of the PR firms founders connections, we were able to get our clients on shows like 90201, Valentine and some Lucas film projects. When your connected, its still a little challenging to get the track picked, but the most important thing is getting someone of power to listen to it.  I had one project where we submitted a song for a movie with Denzel, the song was rejected, however when the music director was working on another project, he remembered the group and called us up for another track.  That track made it to the other project.   Start networking and be cautious of people who claim to be in charge of something. There are a "ton" of middle (wo)men who never get your music in the right hands. Make sure you are dealing with the decision makers in the industry or hire someone who has those connections to do the foot work for you.
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It depends on your style of music.  If you are an independent, I suggest purchasing "Indie Bible, Sixth Edition."  It is a book that contains publication information, radio stations, independent vendors, websites, and promo information.  It gives you addresses, phone numbers, and important tips for all around the world.
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Contact some recording studios - alot of them have onsite producers who should be able to help you. When it comes to production of your discs, our band uses a company called ace copydisc. Their website is www.acecopydisc.co.uk - can't remember their phone number off hand but can find it if you want it. They give great advice and their design service/ duplication service is excellent and affordable.  Good luck.
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First off, find out who is head of A & R at the company. Check the Billboard directory. Then send it to them personally and package it distinctively. Use your imagination. Some companies will get hundreds of CDs to audition on a monthly basis and quite frankly they won't have time to listen to half of them. Same in sending your stuff to radio stations and reviewers.\n\nTry to make a name for yourself performing. Get some reviews. Participate in things like South by Southwest.\n\nThe best way to get anywhere is to audition for management and being able to demonstrate to them that you can make money for them. Most importantly...it is the personal contacts you make that will help you. Even if you think your local music reviewer is an idiot, don't let anyone know you think that way. Join organizations like NARAS, attend the receptions, mix with other members. Some will be extremely helpful to up and coming musicians, but they have to know you are there. \n\nAudition for gigs...sometimes you will have to play for free, but that is how it goes sometimes.\n\nAlways keep in mind that however much you see yourself as a musician and artist, a record company must, at some point, consider your earning potential. Also remember, that the larger the record label, the greater their expectation for earnings will be. Smaller labels are more likely to be interested in what you are trying to do. If you are only in it for the money, look for a bigger label.\n\nAlways consider what you might have to offer that is unique...what will make you marketable. An agent can help you develop an image, but until you reach that point, you need to think like you are your own agent and work on your marketing...and I am not taking T-shirts or posters...it is getting your name before the public in reviews...in the newspaper...on local radio...branding, etc.\n\nOf course you can start your own label...but then you probably won't get anyone to distribute your stuff!\n\nThe music business is really a relatively small world. Most of the survivors remember what it was like getting started and as they age, they are often interested in helping younger musicians along, assuming they aren't burnt out on things. Remember you can learn from them, and my guess is that many of them will tell you that these days it is more about business than it is about music.\n\nGood luck.
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I have seen groups solicite in their web site. If you have a small but loyal fan base they can really help out. \nOffer them "exclusives", access at a performance or bounus tracks or something. If you don't have a manager ... maybe you need to get one to keep the business side going while you create.
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First thing you need to do is understand that you may not make it in the music world no matter how talented you are. Then make a demo. You can't go anywhere in the music business without a demo. The next thing you need to do is make your demo look interesting. If they don't like it from the start, they won't listen to it. Then, find an address to send your demo to. Send it with your name, phone number, and address. Finally hope they accept you and think you're worth the time and money.
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it is great what u are doing. haven't heard your music but you do what u love, admirable!\nwell make it at home as good as you can, let friends and others hear it and ask what they think needs readjusted, in soundquality, not in structure. take the good advice to heart, maybe change something, send your music to www.cdbaby.com and see... maybe you can find more sites like that but i enjoy cdbaby very much, i like their set up.\nand get gigs!download or order or get from anywhere (inter)national lists where you can perform and send send send.\nask for a reply.  Go yourself to the places that you can with your demo.\nFaith!\nopenness!\ngood luck happens to those who seek it!
32260
yeah... go to LA... start performing... if you're any good, they'll let you play bigger an bigger venues- most famous musicians were scouted that way by other musicians/proucers/executives.  Musical talant has almost nothing to do with getting a record deal tho- it's all about style... they've gotta be able to sell you! You need the right energy/attitude/taste for your genre... the most talented musicians I ever met would never even dream of seeking a record deal for that reason
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This offer looks too good to be true. They need your email address, so they will probably send you even more spam. You probably have to download a program, which could be a troyan horse that takes over your computer. The music they offer is probably not made available by the artists for free. When something looks too good, it always isn't.\nCheck music under a Creative Commons license instead.
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go to the music section and it should give u instructions
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Explore the world of free and legal music.\nhttp://baseportal.com/baseportal/goodsounds/howto
361841
There are normal accounts and music/band accounts. Make sure you open a music account if you haven't.
198052
I own my own DJ service now, but I started working for someone else.  I started just running a camera and jumped thru the ranks.  Decided it's better on my own.  It's not that expensive to get your own stuff.  I recommend www.musiciansfriend.com great prices and selection.
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google it, grab newspapers in your area, if you are interested in the music industry. other than that, if you have the talent, you will be found