All You Need to Know About the Music Business: Eighth Edition

"All You Need to Know About the Music Business: Seventh Edition" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Donald S. Passman that provides insights and information on the music industry. This book is considered a must-read for musicians, music industry professionals, aspiring artists, managers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the music business. Key topics covered in this seventh edition of the book may include music contracts, royalties, publishing, licensing, touring, merchandising, digital streaming, and the impact of technology on the music industry. Donald S. Passman shares his expertise and experience in navigating the ever-evolving music business landscape, offering practical advice and insights into the inner workings of the industry. The book provides valuable information on topics such as music publishing, record deals, marketing, promotion, branding, intellectual property rights, and the role of streaming services in the distribution and consumption of music. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities that artists and industry professionals face in the digital age, including the importance of social media, crowdfunding, and data analytics in building a successful music career. With its easy-to-understand language, real-world examples, and practical tips, "All You Need to Know About the Music Business" equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions, protect their interests, and navigate the complexities of the music industry. The seventh edition updates readers on recent developments and trends in the industry, providing a relevant and up-to-date resource for understanding the current state of the music business.

I was a little nervous when I saw this was a 512 page book by a lawyer. Ugh. Nothing against lawyers, I just don't share their lingo. I anticipated a long haul and drudgery to get through it. NOT SO!!! This guy rocks. He doesn't bog it down superfluously or try to boast in eloquence/intelligence. He just calls it like it is and adds in a bunch of hilarity. I've been totally interested from page negative 5. I don't really know how many pages the preface stuff takes up, hence the negative 5. However, even those pages are filled with comedy. He has quite the writing style. Very reader friendly. A breeze and a joy to read. Thank you, Mr. Passman!

An important absolutely necessary book. A great and humorous read. This is the 4th edition of the book that I've purchased how ever it's the 1st that I've purchased from Amazon. It's a must read by a must read author. He's a high powered entertainment attorney, Donald Passman. Passman manages many high powered recording artist's careers, and these are big names that you would recognize. Donald knows from many years of practicing law in the music industry, just what he's talking about, and he writes in everyday common terminology, not legal terminology, which makes this book an entertaining and easy read. It reads like a conversation. It also contains just about everything anybody would need to know about the music business. I've gotten every new edition because the music business keeps changing and I want to keep up on every change. This particular book came to me in excellent condition. Cudos to the book store that sold it to me. And it came quicker than they said it would quicker than expected.

I have taught Music Business classes in college several times and always used this as the text book. Students love the real world examples of how much money actually ends up in the hands of an artist after everyone else gets their cut. Brilliant stuff. Passman's style is almost too casual at times but the information is useful enough that I can overlook his folksy approach. The publisher and author have done a good job of keeping new editions in print that deal with emerging technology. I used to have a couple editions on the bookshelf but for the most recent switches to an ebook so it's always handy now even when I'm mobile.

Donald Passman provides lots of information and a thorough understanding of his knowledge about the music industry on many aspects of how the music industry works, the changes that have taken place, and the new challenges the music industry has had to adapt too. He includes plenty of examples on the different levels and association between music, film, television, PRO, and they're functions within the industry of making music a viable product for artists, record companies, film companies, and consumers alike. The book is a must read for anyone interested in getting a good understanding on how the music business works, and more importantly what has changed with the new business model in producing, marketing, and selling an artist's, songwriter's, or a composer's music. As a required course book from Berkleemusic, the resources and Mr. Passman's knowledge of the music and film industry puts into prospective the many challenges artist, songwriters, and composers will encounter, and how to he provide many example and explanations on the steps required to becoming better prepared for what the industry requires in order to be successful in the music buisness.

This book offers a great perspective for a lawyers point of view. A very honest and candid explanation of virtually EVERY aspect of the music business. It's a very good book for those interested in hearing a bit of the nitty gritty that goes on in our wonderful but hectic world of music (behind the scenes). This book is not for ones that don't know the basics of the music business. Start reading this book after you have some experience with terminology and work in the biz in order to gain the most out of it. Something invaluable that this book offers is the tips and tricks in wording for going into negotiations as an artist and as the company. Take these tips and soak them in because they come from someone with YEARS of experience and most importantly SUCCESS!!!!

I really enjoyed this read! Very informative and educational. The music business can be a beast. So arm yourself with this most important weapon when taking on the industry. It covers pretty much everything I think a beginner in the business should know. From start to finish it is vital information. Whether it be management or artist development and general structure. It leaves nothing be questioned. I was just starting out when I bought this book and now I'm more than confident of what I need to do to get to the next level of my musical career. It's a must-have as far as I'm concerned. To be great at anything requires preparation and proper instruction of proven techniques from those who have done it successfully. This book is a great example of that! Now I know the biz! That's what's up!

Really good book. The only problem i found is that 40 pages are missing and more than 50 pages are double printed. Check it when you buy your copy!

Donald Passman passes on the inside track on how the music business works. And sucks. Yep, even the unpalatable stuff is here. Essential reading for anyone hoping to make a living out of music. Dream on! It doesn't work like it used to. I gained some experience of the UK music industry during my time with WEA, CBS, Virgin, BMG and Universal from mid '70s through to the mid '90s. Passman certainly knows the industry inside out and helpfully shares it here. Fascinating reading and totally insightful. Great book. Not so great industry.

I bought this book as used but it has just arrived in perfect and excellent conditions! it's also very interesting, very useful if you work in the music industry or you simply want to make music! i recommend it!

Um dos melhores livros sobre o assunto Music Business. Esclarecedor e objetivo é muito abrangente. Realmente tudo que você precisa conhecer.

Great book, well written, easy to comprehend! A must-read to anyone who wishes to understand a little bit more the music industry.

I highly recommend Donald S. Passman's "All You Need To Know About The Music Business" book. Especially if you work in the music industry or think about to start working in the music bizz, whether as an artist, producer, executive or manager. It's a MUST BUY.