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You and the Music Business: Empowering Independent Artists

A Self-Care Guide to Finding Balance and Joy in Today’s Music Industry.

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You and the Music Business: Empowering Independent Artists

By: Tara Shannon
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Introducing You and the Music Business: Empowering Independent Artists, the ultimate self-care guide designed to help you find balance, joy, and success as a music creator in today's dynamic and demanding music industry.

In this enlightening book, author and music industry expert, Tara Shannon, shares invaluable insights, practical strategies, and empowering advice to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the music business. Whether you're a singer-songwriter, producer, or instrumentalist, this comprehensive guide is your essential companion on the journey to achieving your artistic goals while prioritizing your well-being.

Designed to help music creators like you take care of your mental peace and navigate the ups and downs of today’s music industry, this guide will help you discover:

  • The highs and lows of being an indie in today’s music ecosystem (and the weight this label carries on your musical journey).
  • Three stages of your creative cycle and how you can shift your mindset toward growing your fanbase.
  • The core principles of making music your business (and why it’s all about how your music connects with people).
  • The 101 on music industry jargon (and how to not get caught in these traps).
  • Important questions to ask yourself before you go looking for a manager, a booking agent, a producer, and more (plus red flags to avoid).
  • How to find the why in your musical journey and keep your internal compass aligned to your North Star.
  • A simple four point exercise to help you develop and define your brand identity.
  • And much more.

Whether you dream of topping the charts, performing on renowned stages, or creating a sustainable career doing what you love, this book will empower you to overcome obstacles, find your unique voice, and embrace a fulfilling and balanced life as a music creator.

Don't just survive in the music industry, thrive! Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and artistic growth with You and the Music Business: Empowering Independent Artists.

©2023 Tara Shannon (P)2023 Tara Shannon Business Aspects Entertainment & Performing Arts Music Business Career Inspiring Heartfelt Thought-Provoking

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"This book offers incredible advice and is highly valuable for music industry professionals; I feel more comfortable embarking on my journey. One chapter that particularly stood out to me as a musician was the one on Caught in the Trap. It was surprising to learn how we get caught, and the advice is genuine; thank you. With her soothing voice, the author's narration creates a calm and engaging experience.
I appreciated how the author breaks down complex industry concepts into manageable explanations, making them less overwhelming. The use of insightful analogies throughout the book also helps to reinforce the lessons learned, which kept me listening.
Overall, this audio is an excellent resource for anyone in the music industry who feels they need that extra something. It provides practical advice, fresh perspectives, and a calming narrative that can benefit music professionals looking to enhance their careers."

Empowering Independent Artists: A Must-Have Guide

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In the unpredictable terrain of the modern music industry, "You and the Music Business" serves as a comprehensive map for artists, dishing out practical strategies alongside Tara Shannon's seasoned insights. This book stands out for its candid acknowledgment of the indie artist's reality, offering a balanced view that neither sugarcoats the challenges nor downplays the opportunities. Shannon deftly guides readers through the intricacies of industry navigation, from expanding a fanbase to understanding the cryptic language of music contracts, making the book an indispensable toolkit for artists.

Shannon further enriches the narrative with the ingenious 'carpenter business model' analogy, elucidating the concept that artists can scale the size and scope of their business, much like a carpenter scales their projects to match their capacity and resources and grows their industry as big as their dreams. This philosophy empowers artists, highlighting that they can align their business decisions with their personal visions, aspirations, and practical constraints. The guide encourages a holistic approach, where decisions about seeking management or releasing new work are not impulsive but are the result of deliberate self-assessment and strategic planning. By advocating for artists to understand and embrace their unique position in the music ecosystem, "You and the Music Business" doesn’t just chart a path to success; it hands the compass over to the artists themselves, allowing them to set their course and pace in the often tumultuous waters of the music industry. I Highly Recommend this book to not just Indie Artists but also Entrepreneurs outside the music scene!

Must Have Guide for Artists in the Music Industry

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A great book for anyone in the music industry. It can be tough out there and the book places great emphasis on looking after yourself, your wellbeing and your mental health. I love the idea that musicians are selling an experience of themselves and build a connection with the audience to help deliver the message they want to portray through their music. Some great advice and tips for succeeding in the music industry

Great book

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Music is a tough industry for anyone to go into. If you're trying to make it big then the stressors can mount on top of each other and it's easy to get into a dark hole.

This audiobook teaches you all you need to know about being in the music industry - and offers some great tips and tricks along the way.

It gives you the foundational knowledge on how to make it as an indie musician and more. Highly recommended!

Staying sane

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The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Music Creators is an enlightening book that provides invaluable insights, practical strategies, and empowering advice to navigate the dynamic and demanding music industry of today. Whether you're a singer-songwriter, producer or instrumentalist, this comprehensive guide is your essential companion on the journey to achieving your artistic goals while prioritizing your well-being. The author, is a music industry expert who draws on her extensive experience to help music creators take care of their mental peace and navigate the ups and downs of the music industry. This guide is designed to help you discover the core principles of making music your business, the highs and lows of being an indie in today’s music ecosystem, and much more. One of the outstanding features of this guide is that it emphasizes the importance of self-care as a music creator. It provides practical strategies and tips to help you find balance, joy, and success in your musical journey. It outlines the three stages of your creative cycle and how you can shift your mindset toward growing your fanbase, and how to find the why in your musical journey and keep your internal compass aligned to your North Star. The book also provides a simple four-point exercise to help you develop and define your brand identity, which is an essential aspect of success in the music industry. It also helps you to avoid red flags when looking for a manager, booking agent, producer, and more. Overall, The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Music Creators is a must-read for anyone looking to pursue a career in music. It is an empowering guide that provides practical strategies, invaluable insights, and empowering advice to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the music business while prioritizing your well-being. It's a comprehensive guide that is highly recommended for anyone looking to find balance, joy, and success as a music creator in today's dynamic and demanding music industry.

Really loved it

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This book is very thorough and shares amazing advice with music industry professionals. The author's chapter on Mindful Networking was quite eye-opening. I was surprised to hear that networking would be a way to practice mindfulness. The author explains that while you network, you build meaningful connections in the industry without sacrificing your sanity. The narration is done directly from the author and she has the most soothing voice so that along keeps you calm and very engaged. The author goes on to explain some of the industry concepts and breaks them down to a very manageable explanation so it can seem less overwhelming.

I also have to talk about the analyses shared. She shares amazing analogies that again, keep you hooked and help to lock in the lessons you are learning. Great book for anyone in the industry who just feels like they need a little extra something.

Perfect guide to stay balanced

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I know this book is written for independent artists but I feel like every artists needs it especially because you'll understand how to care for your mental health. The book covers everything from the basics of music marketing and promotion to the importance of self-care and mental health. It provides practical advice and encouragement that artists can use to navigate the music industry and achieve their goals.

A book for all artists

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From understanding the highs and lows of being an independent artist to decoding industry jargon, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap for those seeking success in music. Tara Shannon's insights, drawn from her own experiences, are not only informative but also deeply empowering. If you're a musician looking to navigate the industry while prioritizing your well-being, this book is a must-read

great resource

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I am also experienced in the music business for many years and this book is very good for obtaining the proper mindset. The industry has changed alot of the years to the point to where artist need to take an independent contractor approach towards being seen by industry executives or staying in full control towards financial success. This book covers things from this new perspective which is refreshing. The chapters on "Do the math" and "what are the numbers?" are right on point. Artists need to also take the "Self Investment"mindset in dealing with their careers as this book suggest. How should you expect somone to invest in you if you wont yourself. Good book!

A well done book dealing with real truths.

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"You and the Music Business" is a book for music makers like you. Tara Shannon, an expert in the music world, wrote this book to help artists find success while taking care of themselves.

This book talks about the ups and downs of being an independent artist and explains tricky music industry words. It also helps you understand how to turn your music into a business and avoid common mistakes.

I'm an aspiring musician, and this book gave me valuable insights. It made me feel more confident about my music journey. The narration was excellent, making the book easy to understand.

I want to thank Tara Shannon for writing this book. It's a helpful guide for artists like me who want to do well in the music industry while staying true to themselves.

A Guide for Music Creators

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