Making a name for yourself in the music business can be a frustrating task, to say the least. For some musicians, this is because they are going about it all wrong. While sending your information to a multitude of record labels certainly won’t hurt, it’s not actually the best way to find success. Here are 6 tips for finding that “big break” you’ve been searching for.

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2014 International Music Conference in Atlanta was packed with a load of music business tips about the the music industry, how to make it in the music business and the independent music artist.  The panelist were the perfect artists guide throughout The International Music Conference. 

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Most artists are too busy writing songs and studying sounds to worry about writing checks and paying for services, those are the kind of things a business manager takes care of. On this episode of REN101, Renman talks about what the job of a Business Manager entails.

Marc Geiger is one of the main power brokers in the Music Business. He runs Worldwide Music at WME and books all sorts of monster tours, and he is #9 on Billboard's Top 100 Players of the Music Industry. So, how did Marc get started in the business and end up as one of the most successful players? Marc walked the tried-and-true path of going to college and jumping onto the concert committee, booking shows. Marc talks how that led him to starting his own company from within college, being a late-night DJ for a radio station, and ultimately closing down his own operation to work for the bigger Avalon Attractions. With plenty experience early on working in the Concert Business, it's no shock that Marc eventually grew into being one of the most powerful Agents in the Biz today!

You are interested in getting started in the music industry and I can't think of a more exciting profession. This has been my profession since 1983 and this has been quite a ride and grateful for what I have experienced all these years. I getting started in the music industry, there are no shortcuts. The time that it takes to build your brand, have people interested in your product, and willing to accept potential leans years in getting to your ultimate destination....finally making it! While there are those asking about getting started in the music industry, there are those that walk away, because the early years and, even some of the middle years are tough times financially. They sometimes walk away. This is sad... I have a solution for those who are struggling to financially while trying to make there mark in music.

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The Ultimate Guide to Music Marketing for Independent Musicians & Bands by the Music Marketing Guru is aimed at demystifying the confusing and intimidating world of music marketing. This nearly 300 page opus is written specifically for independent musicians and bands and will give you the knowledge you need to market your music as effectively as possible. You will have a huge advantage over anybody who doesn’t have access to this information. It is THE KEY to successful career making music. 

Music Business Tip: Andrew shares the #1 Mistake bands, artists and musicians make when marketing music on facebook (social media in general) Rather than trying to trick or bribe someone into liking your page why not let it be genuine? That's how you gain true fans, that's how you make it to the next step, that's how you make it in the music business, with true fans.

Whats Good! My name is Thir13een and I make educational videos every Monday and Thursday. I give tips, create beatz, teach tutorials and sometimes do album reviews! Most importantly, I love music a lot and want you guys to enjoy doing what you love too.  Related articles Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our Broadway World - 3/17; RAGTIME in D.C., HAMILTON Parody in Chicago, SWSX and More! Police: Legendary musician Chuck Berry dead at 90 Vladimir Ashkenazy: British musicians must maintain European links Why Irish Musicians Are Blessed With The Gift Of Gab Image Curation: How Compelling Pictures Can Help Your Brand Why It Is Important to Balance Creating and Curating Content Bus driver ploughs into parade in Haiti Rob Mazurek Interview Dave Chappelle Reflects on Prince's Passing Dave Chappelle Reflects on Prince's Passing

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