The following books I have personally read and I highly recommend for artists/bands to grow their careers. They are available on Amazon and other book retailers.
“By the time you’re finished with this book, you will have a clear idea of how you can make it as a full-time musician. Some of you will go on to be world-conquering superstars, and some of you will make solid livings as regional musicians. Neither is “better”. ”
Ever wanted a comprehensive career guide for your music career? Then look no further. In this mammoth but well organized 2nd edition, Herstand covers everything from what the ‘new music business’ is, best practices for growth on streaming services, worldwide royalty collection, direct marketing, and branding techniques, to innovative strategies for EP, album, and single releases, and more.
“The aim (of this book) is to empower artists and show you at a basic level how to set up a business to work for you and build towards the success you desire.”
Don’t be fooled by the really long book title; this ebook is packed with a goldmine of information. No matter if you’re just starting out in the music business or been in it for years, Danelle Harvey will give you no-nonsense, solid strategies from her personal experience as a successful artist. Harvey has you implement manageable, powerful action items while you read the book, as well as providing many valuable resources to use. Each chapter builds upon the previous one so when you finish this ebook, you will have a foundation and a well laid out plan to implement for your own success.
If you’re a seasoned pro or novice singer, then Breathing for Confidence is for you. This is not a dry textbook. Through the story of Jake Taylor, a fictional voice student, Angelina Kalahari illustrates techniques important for optimal breathing, that will improve your self-esteem and health. At the end of each chapter, she recaps how to practice each technique. Kalahari has 35 years of teaching, singing, and acting and directing experience, and has been recognized by Queen Elizabeth II for her contribution to music.
“The DIY playlist guide for Artists and Curators“
This small book is a DIY guide that is packed with a lot of valuable and time-saving information for musicians/artists and curators. As a curator myself, I implemented just one small change to my YouTube channel and saw an immediate impact. Based on Warner’s own experience, the book takes you gives you clear action steps to implement in each short chapter. You’ll learn everything from approaching playlist curators as an artist to improving your own playlists and much more.
Most people just laugh when they hear that the secret to success is giving…Then again, most people are nowhere near as successful as they wish they were.”
This classic bestseller through lively storytelling of the old saying, “Give and you shall receive”, defines the 5 laws of stratospheric success and how to apply each one. The Go-Giver isn’t just for businesses, but for anyone who is in business for themselves such as creators, musicians, artists, entrepreneurs, and more.