Ari Herstand

Examines "every facet of the 'new' business, including how to build a grass-roots fan base--and understand the modern fan; book a profitable tour, and tips for playing live, such as opening vs. headlining etiquette, and putting on a memorable show; become popular on YouTube, Spotify, and SoundCloud; get songs placed in film and television; earn royalties you didn't know existed and reach your crowdfunding goals"--Dust jacket flap.

Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician

How to Make it in the New Music Business

Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living As a Musician Third Edition

How to Make It in the New Music Business

Hailed as an “indispensable” guide (Forbes), How to Make It in the New Music Business returns in this extensively revised and expanded edition. When How to Make It in the New Music Business hit shelves in 2016, it instantly became the go-to resource for musicians eager to make a living in a turbulent industry. Widely adopted by music schools everywhere and considered “the best how- to book of its kind” (Music Connection), it inspired thousands to stop waiting around for that “big break.” Now trusted as the leading expert for “do it yourself” artists, Ari Herstand returns with this second edition, maintaining that a stable career can be built by taking advantage of the many tools at our fi ngertips: conquering social media, mastering the art of merchandising, embracing authentic fan connection, and simply learning how to persevere. Comprehensively updated to include the latest online trends and developments, it offers inspiring success stories across media such as Spotify and Instagram. The result is a must- have for anyone hoping to navigate the increasingly complex yet advantageous landscape that is the modern music industry.

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