Bands/Musicians
By Heather McDonald, About.com Guide to Music Careers
Get all the info you need to take your music to the masses, from finding members for your band to self promoting your music, getting shows and signing a fair contract.
Promoting Your Band
From getting your demo to record labels to making sure your fans know when you are playing, promoting your band is critical to your success. Find out how to make it happen.
Manage Your Band
Whether or not you have a manager on board, there are plenty of things you can be doing to make sure you band is set up for success. Find out how to keep things running smoothly.
How to Book Shows
Wondering how to get your band out of the practice room and in front of a crowd? These guides to booking shows will help you get your name in lights in no time.
Release Your Album
Sometimes waiting around for a label to notice you just isn't going to cut it. Self releasing albums is becoming easier thanks to the internet - see if it can work for you.
Music Contracts
Contracts may not be fun to talk about, and many bands think that worrying about them is so very un-rock'n'roll. However, when money enters the picture, those little things that could have been sorted out by a contract become decidely more important. Just how many bands have to go up in flames before sorting out the business stuff up front becomes the norm? Don't be one of the bands to learn the hard way - educate yourself about music contracts.
Music Royalties
As a musician, your royalties are where you get your paycheck. Unfortunately, this incredibly important subject can also be incredibly confusing. Find out how to navigate the world of music royalties so you get your fair share.
