Major label signed artist as well as unsigned and independent artist in many cases still need to know the basics. Many artist have signed to companies and toured the world to end up broke and working dead end jobs.  It's good to have enthusiasm and passion, but at the same time make sure you are dealing with the basic fundamental things that you need to do and know what to look out for.  In today's business, you can produce and market digitally without signing the old prehistoric contracts. Veteran entertainment industry insider and marketer explains the basics of what one should really do to build a successful foundation and music career.  Related articles Keller Williams is on an 'endless pursuit' of entertaining himself Chance the Rapper has some words for all those who think he's no longer an independent artist Father John Misty - "Generic Pop Song #3," "Generic Pop Song #9," & "Generic Pop Song #16″ Label Serv...

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