Surviving The Music Biz

Wondering if there’s any secrets in the music biz?  Think maybe there’s something magical that will get you to the top?  Well, maybe there is...

You must know at least the basic rules to live by in order-to succeed at all in the music biz. 

The Basic Rules To Survive In The Music Business:

1. A musical product that consists of at least a cover song.  An original song is great, but a cover song that is already being searched by fans means potential fans for you.  Just make sure you have your own original twist on the song.   The first 20 seconds of the song should be flawless in order to keep your listener interested in the rest of the song.  Imagine how easily you, yourself can flip through different artists/songs if you aren’t interested.  In order for someone to buy your music, they need to really be moved by you.  
2. Drive.  Unending belief in yourself.  Most artists who are successful didn’t “make it” over night.  They committed to the long haul before the public even knew who they were. The chances of having huge success in the selling market are small, but if this is your dream, don’t let that stop you. The sooner you start the better, but it’s also never too late.  As Lou Rawls once said, Do what you believe in. If you believe in your music, then sooner-or-later the public will, too.”  
3. Business savvy.  Most artists HATE acknowledging this.  They believe the idea of “business” and “artist” are complete opposites.  Just because you’re taking over the business side of your art doesn’t mean you’re “selling out” as an artist.  It means you’re being smart.  Constantly search for new ways to teach yourself about the music industry.  It changes all the time.  Keep up with seminars happening in your area and get yourself connected.  Learn about places like Pro Music Records.  Where you create the opportunity to have your music submitted and placed to multiple different labels, TV shows, etc. Check out promusicrecords.com  today to get yourself started on a new path to success.  Check out our twitter and Facebook to see updates on what we're looking for!