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BOOK OVERVIEW - 8 Year Olds With Money - Author: Ric Taylor
The story behind this book, as simplistic as I would like to make it, unfortunately that didn..t happen. Many years of frustration and strive culminated this book. Never giving up, and that is what you will have to do to make it happen. However, now, you have the tool you need. A dream has never been achieved without a plan, and to make a plan you have to have goals. Without goals, you have no where to go. Think about it, if you have goals and don..t hit them, you are still much further along than you would be without goals.
Yes, it is a game sadly enough, but when you..re dealing with people it..s always a game. The best player in the game will win. Be unique and you will be the best player. So, learn to play your own game, and keep in mind, don..t offend.
I chose to write this book after spending 30 years in the industry. I have been an artist, I am a songwriter, publisher, record label executive and even a sound engineer. Everything I learned about this business was from hands on experience and being a good observer. Remember you can learn more from a fool than from the wisest man in the world, if you pay attention.
I remember thinking about the stories I heard of artists, record labels, and the road shows. It had almost intrigued me. It was soon to become non-believable.
All I ever wanted to do was help young amazing talent get the shot they deserved. So, I am sharing all the knowledge I..ve gained with you. Why, because someone needed to tell the truth. Enjoy.
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Member Since: 1/20/2007
Band Website: angelynn.com
Band Members: All The players that do not want to fight the industry, mearly intend to change it
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Book Reviews: 8 Year Olds with Money - By Ric Taylor

I have been involved in the Music Business or over 30 Years. I am pleased to see that someone has finally written with compassion and knowledge about the possibilities and pitfalls of the "Business of Music"!
- Eric Wolf, Wolf Mastering, Nashville, TN

Good to finally have insight available to what the Music Business is really about.
Greg K., Owner Classic Ax, Guitar Builder and Repairs, Nashville, TN

Speaking from 30+ years in the Music Business, I can tell you that Ric Taylor's description of life in the music industry is: Factual and a great HOW TO guide for anyone with the desire to MAKE IT in the music business.
Joe Frates, Musician, singer/songwriter, Las Vegas, NV

Ladies, if you are dating, in love or married to a musician that is working on "making it" in the music business, this book is a MUST listen or read. You will then understand what he is going through to get there.
Chana Busbee, dating a musician that is using book now.

I have know Ric Taylor for twelve years and I can tell you on a personal and professional level that he has always told me the truth about the music business even when it hurt. I am a Grammy nominated singer, a published songwriter, and a Nashville recording artist who has used these techniques and strategies to make my career work. Ric Taylor's book is the best how to guide for anyone who is thinking about trying to make their mark in the music business. This is a MUST read and a MUST listen. You can't afford to not have this information!!!
Tom Wurth, Musician, Singer/Songwriter, Nashville Recording Artist
Sounds Like: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM - 8 YEAR OLDS WITH MONEY!
Disk 1:
1. Introduction
2. About the Author
3. Guide to Music Industry
4. Moving
5. Relationships
6. Human Nature
7. Players
8. Politics
9. Management
10. The Deal
11. Business vs. Music
Disk2:
1. Recording
2. Artwork
3. Publicity
4. Marketing
5. The Money - "Publishing"
6. The Money - "Recording"
7. The Money - "Artist"
8. The Money - "Touring"
9. The Money - "Merchandise"
10. Commodities
11. Writers Night
12. Who You Know vs. What You Know
13. Life of the Career
14. Labels (workings) a comparison

Record Label: Angelynn Inc.
Type of Label: Indie

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