Musicians Please Educate Yourselves on the Music Business

[@jamesm.3967]

I haven’t even watched the whole video and I know you’re doing a good service. Thank you. It’s the Music BUSINESS. ALWAYS has been.

[@Ahn-Ree]

The real thing is that there are a lot of people looking for instance gratification.They just don’t don’t want to to read. We’re as knowledge is power thanks for sharing this information.

[@Prince_CK31]

Thank you so much for this. Getting the book ASAP!!! It's always best to enter any situation with your eyes open. Music is no different. It's a business like any other. And when money is involved best believe, greed, envy, backstabbing, sabotage, alot of Machiavellian moves are going to be made.

[@eddyvideostar]

To Kyrikeys195: I like your list of the negative human emotions of insincere danger lurking. The regular call center, job, and office politics are difficult enough; hence, the music business will run one ragged if not equipped regarding insincere sapiens who sink and suck the succumb-able dry!

[@kannon3979]

Knowledge is Power!!! You'll be a weapon the more you equip yourself with the ins & outs of the music industry and you'll never get taking advantage of. Confessions of a Record Producer (5th edition) by Moses Avalon is a good book as well.

[@selectasanipremium]

Just saw your comment and was reading the preview on google reads, I’m hooked already. Would check it out thanks

[@eddyvideostar]

Dear Bro Bolo: This is the most sobering and salient title given to any video title. Classic. Calligraphed in clay. *Before one begins to study music,* he must calculate his destination, direction and how to arrive. There is nothing sadder than wasting life learning, having *no stage -- only a fish bowl,* being scoffed at by brothers blaring their Beamers, Benz, bling and biatches -- while not even being able to blow out beans from your butt!

[@dylanevansmusic9781]

Yes... 100% NEED to have this book if you are or want to work in music in any way. I'm a sudent at Belmont University studying music business and production and this was the Music Business class textbook. We were required to read about 8 chapters of it but I read it all. This book is essential. Very happy that you added the fact that the music business world changes every single day because it really does.

[@therealsilveo]

The 11th Edition has released as of october of 2023. I had grabbed the 10th Edition after watching this video. But now I have both. Just wanted to share this information

[@nikokotoulas]

On the live stream yesterday, I literally was wondering what book I read at one point that helped me understand the space. You hit the exact book I was thinking of on the head, thanks for all the value boss

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

Midi cord pack guy. 😀 You are very skilked on the keys but I need to create My own melodys rather then using midi packs. I can see why people buy it though. Also Bolo is on the Unison Midi cord pack add which is your compatition.

[@nikokotoulas]

@@HOLLASOUNDS haha Bolo just did a review for ours, so he's coming to the good side :) On the note of melodies, a lot of artists get melodies from other songwriters and change them around. Plus a lot of genres (like Hip-Hop) were sampling melodies, etc. So while I get people writing their own melodies, sometimes even the greatest songwriters get inspo from other ones :)

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

@@nikokotoulas Really Bolo has a review of your pack? That's cool I'll keep a look out for when that's posted. Yes your right many mainstream producers use midi pack or pre made loops or melodys, The main problem with midi packs is it can make some producers kinda lazy (in My opinion) and try to short cut there way to making music. I'd probabaly use yoir pack as inspiration rather then straight copy your work. EDIT I use loops made by other people in My beats alot.

[@cocorich4274]

Thank you

[@kamosebeats6494]

I bought this book at savers for $3.99 it’s the 5th edition, I was very happy to come up on this 1 here. It’s a blessing..I’m going to get the 10th edition soon.

[@Moneyemusic_unlimited]

I don't have "smash hits" but I have songs in movies, Smithsonian Institute Videos, broadcast productions, and on Grammy winning Albums. You do need a knowledge of the music business, but if you aren't affiliated with the right sources you won't likely be compensated. And if you don't know who's supposed to pay you, you shouldn't do work for anyone until you find that out upfront.

[@halfwaymark33]

For those who dont know, the audio version of the 11th edition of the book is now available with your Spotify account. Stoked to dive into this.

[@knormalday708]

I'm sad to say that I've had this book for years and never fully read it. Now is the time. Thanks bro.

[@SimonePhoenix]

THAT is the definitive book! Thank you for teaching & may unlimited success forever be yours, honored sir. Bless up. 🙏🏽

[@JenniferKasime]

Ok I need manager

[@glenesis]

Passman's book is the one I started with 35 years ago. It was the clearest I've ever read. At 58 I feel like I need to go take a class in Music Business again. Between the MLC, Songtrust, and my aggregator, it's so confusing as to all the places I need to register to collect all my compulsories these days and the government did NOT simplify things. Thanks for telling people this! They need to know. I have a degree in Pro Audio & Business. I took all the classes. And it's all our if date now. Good luck everyone!

[@eyem1ofnothing]

Just want to let you know how much your videos help me. When I doubted myself cause I thought I was too old to chase my dream, you did a video about not being too old to chase your dreams. That's just one example of how your videos are always on time for me. I'm working on owning my own record label, independent of course, and in the process of learning the business and now this video. Every time I need an answer your videos answers all my questions right on time. Thank you and keep doing what you do.

[@jamierice9313]

Glad you put this video out. This book is recommended by so many people to start getting some knowledge on the industry. If people don’t think they need to learn the music business side they better watch that movie Cadillac Records.

[@EliakimMaombo]

i was reading this book yesterday and to day i found this channel what a blessing bro more winnings ,,,,,,every artist need to understand about changing art to business

[@davidscott2095]

Thank you for continuing to be a Blessing, Bolo.

[@allpositivenetwork]

Bolo your channel and content is great. I watch your vid regularly. I still have a copy of the first edition from over 20 years ago along with books by Kashif and Moses Avalon. You are correct that artists should educate themselves. It is necessary for any profession anyone should enter. Books like these have been around for a while and the sad part is that every time smart artists start learning the industry and trying to do the right thing, the rules are changed and they must educate themselves on something new. CDs and physical media is almost irrelevant now to contacts in 2021. Artists are learning about streaming and 360 deals and they keep moving the goal posts. The goal of a label is to make as much money as possible without paying the artists lol. Keep on educating everyone, you're doing a great thing.

[@christopherosby1]

I had some credits on Amazon. Just bought the book a few seconds ago. Thank you for the continued knowledge.

[@jmelzzz]

“As you know… I really don’t care.” 😂

[@slayawde2]

Darrell Digga Branch's "The Beat Game" is a good read as well!

[@waitisthatcobalt]

BRO REELED ME IN FOR THAT PRODUCT PLACEMENT!

[@TribeMan.]

Thank you sir I've subscribed

[@Wyzray-ug]

Am here watching from Uganda, nice piece of mind bro

[@marcopolo65789]

man 200 pages in and this book testing my patience but hey man, the advantage/protection we gon have after is gon be pricelss ✊🏾 stay strong yall

[@jmdyt3626]

I’m looking to go to uni next year and do a music performance and music business course as I hope that will educate me

[@abraddembe7593]

This is really so important, thank you so much for making this information available to the music industry

[@datonic_2wjd]

Very impactful knowledge. Thank you Sir for such a helpful video. Please keep on doing the good stuff, God Bless ya. 🙏🏿

[@danticbeats1]

Big brother you are on point education is the key....

[@JULIAAMBROSEMUSIC]

I love making music and I really want to understand the music business part of royalties and getting compensated so Thank you for the valuable info and I will look into purchasing that book!!

[@merylymal6441]

Donald Passman has taught me a whole lot.

[@frazieryearby629]

👊🏿🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 appreciate it always looking for a good read

[@jgwmain]

I have that book and I always treat it like a Bible.

[@HUSTLER-AT-HEART]

Great book I’m reading it now

[@Jaguardon_]

Just got it, about to dive into it, thanks for the info homie 💪🏽

[@Keenasanimalsrock]

@WeDroppingGems deserve their roses. They’re constantly educating those that wanna learn, but it’s so unfortunate. More than than 68% of singers and rappers are leaving lot of money on the table from the lack of education when it comes to music business.

[@VthatGuy1]

Great book, reading it now, very informative

[@pree1k357]

Needed this !

[@JayOhN]

Looking forward to reading this thank you sir!

[@TonyThomas10000]

"The Music Business Advice Book: 150 Immediately Useful Tips From The Pros" by Bobby Owsinski is also a good book. A lot of information from different pros!

[@10bbremer]

It is a game. Figure out the rules then play to win.

[@jaquelinneitzel5462]

I’m choosing BA because I want to pursue a career in the Music industry, specifically in Audio Engineering/ Music Production. What I decided to do is get music business certifications rather than a degree and pursue BA as a bachelors degree so I get a knowledge not just for music but overall business. Marketing and management are big in the industry just like with contracts, sales etc. As far in the technical part, I decide to do trade school for AE/MP along with some course certificates. I thought of going to school to learn overall for music like Fullsail or NYU , The New School.. but I couldn’t afford it , and also because I didn’t want to waste time with evaluation, and audition process. But I did apply for scholarships and if that opportunity comes then more knowledge but pretty much I’m self teaching myself. But I was thinking bout this , reading books about the business and industry is great , definitely will check this out and use books form library as well!!

[@dmajormusic114]

Top info my bro👏🏽💪🏽

[@713jmilly]

What’s good Bolo 🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@6ix6ix8ight.Records]

U changed my life bro 😂🔥🔥🔥I'm definitely subscribing thank u bro, this will help me for my life

[@briancase6180]

Damn, I got the ninth edition. :) I'll have to upgrade. Thanks!

[@Payvics]

Legend 💪🏾

[@Cashnova_will_be_a_goat]

appreciate the gems bro

[@BaeBeCon]

Appreciate it OG

[@CommonSenseRevolutionTT]

great advice!!

[@MadACeTeeMack]

I've had this book for a minute; great read

[@ElevateJesus]

Thank you Bolo!

[@dahoodmozart6107]

💯I got that same book last week with a music theory one as well

[@Khazulduhuens]

you are awesome brother greetings from germany

[@88keyz]

It's a good thing I just got some new eye glasses I'm about to do alot of reading lol 👍🏾🙏🏾👍🏾🔥

[@CMane]

The good ol’, ever changing, music industry. Great foundational book tho. Fr Fr..

[@brillventures2073]

Amazing content ❤

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thanks!

[@joshuawatson6776]

Thanks for the advice, trying to get this business side down.

[@88keyz]

This kinda funny I had the 9th edition in my Google play books already I started reading it a long time ago lol this time I'll finish reading the 10th edition foe sure lol thanks much appreciated 🙏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾

[@88keyz]

On page 43 lol I won't do another up date thanks again for the reminder about this book I should have finished the 9th edition a long time ago 🙏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾

[@emanuelwhitehead6039]

How long it you to read the book

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

Good points there Bolo, I'll order the book. Peace.

[@Thebookofsams]

Respect bro ✊🏿

[@StudioVibe-w8f]

😢bless up 🎉🎉🎉

[@zacky575]

That book is amazing!

[@stayfly-bb4po]

Moses Avalon is good too

[@tcmuze]

Yes, Sir!! GEMS!!

[@Legendarystat00]

This is the Book Ali from the St. Lunatics read that made him the music mogul he is today

[@BoloDaProducer]

Anyone can read a book about anything but you must comprehend what your reading. This book has helped me out in so many ways. It’s a really good book if you can comprehend what your reading. But there was way more to that situation then we would ever know.

[@StacheHouseProductions]

Ok BOLO 🙏🏾🔥

[@ayandaBenny]

Is good the Business of music

[@phillyjoe1176]

I have that one and many more 😉💯

[@natashanatural]

Yes i have this book

[@Khauyfish]

WE got this

[@Victoria-qk3mu]

Great Video ❤

[@BoloDaProducer]

Thank you!

[@bmint]

Very valuable information that I need.. thank you! Side note.. Any Canadian artist managers here seeking new talent? 🤘🤠👍

[@Jackpot-jay]

Really appreciate the info

[@PeteOnTheBeat]

Nice one. Thanks!!

[@byrolyn8182]

GREAT VIDEO!!!!!

[@wienernoose8982]

Great info 😊

[@YariBeatsMedia]

Don't base your choices on greed because nobody wins.

[@samfisher7154]

Thanks bro

[@myfathersson3751]

Thanks for the gems

[@Heit]

Real ish

[@10bbremer]

Spotify pays $.002 per stream. Good luck!

[@mmebuckz3637]

This don’t mean anything if y’all music not getting listened to💯 build a fanbase

[@T0ri-h4]

I base in Nigeria, I think the music business works differently here. I'm not sure, though. But do you think this book will be able to help me?

[@discowolf25]

2:10- Only successful dude on KZbin I’ve heard admit it. Respect from man to man because that’s the hard truth. I have tracks with talib kweli...guess what? I got ripped off, he got ripped off, the studio got ripped off. That was 09’. This book is what I read directly afterwards because Talib himself told me to read it. He realized I was talented beat wise; not so much business cuz i jus didn’t think things fully through at 17 years old. To be fair that was the dj sumn talk case that year so, things were changing sample wise. I mean when the band “The Band” sues you...you’re better off swimming w caimans lol. I’m just glad it ended up being on the studio’s management cuz god that was scary AF bro.

[@Calvraith]

Bro lowkey songs like Muhammad Alai jr baki

[@MartyMar908]

He is coming out w another revision this October, do you suggest to wait till then or still cop the latest one out as of now ?

[@BoloDaProducer]

I’d get the new one

[@camilolym]

THANKS

[@brandonb3572]

i just pulled this up skipped through basically just says read this book and you talked about stuff but nothing of giving info

[@emanuelwhitehead6039]

Did read the entire book?

[@TonyThomas10000]

Are you able to make a livable wage doing music via streaming, publishing, licensing? I think most musicians would say no...

[@jimmi274]

Bolo that hat just won’t do……ROLL TIDE!!!

[@BoloDaProducer]

I’m ride ride all day 🐘

[@PaulLanham-ct5wm]

I'm Going To Open A Music Label And Music Studio In Louisville Kentucky I'm The Best Worker In History I'm At The Top Of The Workforce Ever In History

[@apriljackson4278]

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[@darrickvann637]

Thumbs up man.

[@I.E.Productions]

#RealTalk

[@KofiReign-ud4ti]

👍💯

[@osamabinladen2075]

another course

[@Kingeagowl]

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