The first reference book all about the business side of gospel and urban music. Hip-hop and RB hold 25 percent of the consumer music market. Another 20 percent is held by religious (gospel and Christian) music; soul; disco; dance; and jazz. Herersquo;s the first reference book to offer sound business and legal advice specifically tailored to these areas of the music industry. Securing a record deal; starting a label; publishing music; marketing and promotingmdash;this is the information that todayrsquo;s musicians need. With insightful examples; quotes; and anecdotes from dozens of top artists and executives; This Business of Urban Music is entertaining as well as informative. Author James J. Walker; Jr.; is a leading entertainment lawyer; representing such well-known clients as Cole; Jamie Foxx; DMX; and many others. Now he brings his years of professional expertise in litigation; business; intellectual property; and corporate law to This Business of Urban Musicmdash;at a price every aspiring musician can afford.From the Hardcover edition.
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