InSam49

In SAM #49

YouTube has replaced MTV, and MySpace now breaks more new artists than mainstream radio. Yes, the music business has changed and continues to do so. So, just what is the new success model for Music Biz 2.0? In the January/February issue of Singer&Musician (#49),we not only answer that—we share some proven ways to get more gigs, make more money and how to get yourself noticed in the online world.

Issue #49 Highlights-

SPECIAL SECTION: MUSIC BIZ 2.0

- Buying a P.A. can pay off in the form of more and better gigs. Here’s how to do it.

OnLine Extra

You Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Record Deal

- Dollars vs Cents. Sell it yourself, get dollars. Leave it to a label, get pennies.

- Underground Gigging: There’s more to successful gigging than bars and nightclubs.

- Career Counseling Q & A: A music biz lawyer tells you how it’s really done.

TECH STUFF

- Getting the best sound from your digital recorder.

- Percussion tools for vocalists.

Gear Reviews: Yamaha STAGEPAS 500, Rode Podcaster, TC Helicon Create and Correct, Line 6 Spider Valve 212

Iguana, Chicago's oh my god!

ADVICE AND OPINION

On the Road: Mike Aiken talks about the importance of Networking in building your career

In the Trenches:

John Sollenberger tells you how

to get your message to the masses.

My Back Page:

Jake Kelly looks to YouTube

for some Onstage nightmares.

TRAINING

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De-constructing A hit: Phil Parlapiano looks deeply into “Makes Me Wonder” by Maroon 5

-Percussion Discussion: Greg Marsh Talks Timbales

-On Song Writing: Greg Kihn on the essentials of getting paid for your work

-The Biz: Lisa Popeil’s “5 Rules for a Pro”

-Playing in the Real World: Ry Kihn on Writing Charts

-Cybergirl: The Importance of keeping your Web site up to date

-Plus: Vocal Q&A with noted coaches Lis Lewis and Breck Allan

SPECIAL FEATURE:

OnLine Extra: In SAM 49: Vocalists who want to do more than sing will appreciate the tipes and techniques offered by noted percussionist Cheryl Prashker. As a supplement to Cheryl's article, check out these videos featuring PiTTi Hecht, shot at the winter NAMM show in Anaheim, CA.