How to Make It in the New Music Business: Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician

When How to Make It in the New Music Business hit shelves in 2016, it instantly became the go-to resource for musicians eager to make a living in a turbulent industry. Widely adopted by music schools everywhere and considered "the best how- to book of its kind" (Music Connection), it inspired thousands to stop waiting around for that "big break." Now trusted as the leading expert for "do it yourself" artists, Ari Herstand returns with this second edition, maintaining that a stable career can be built by taking advantage of the many tools at our fi ngertips: conquering social media, mastering the art of merchandising, embracing authentic fan connection, and simply learning how to persevere. Comprehensively updated to include the latest online trends and developments, it offers inspiring success stories across media such as Spotify and Instagram. The result is a must- have for anyone hoping to navigate the increasingly complex yet advantageous landscape that is the modern music industry.

Author: Ari Herstand
Publisher: Liveright Publishing Corporation
Published: 11/05/2019
Pages: 528
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 9.50h x 7.30w x 1.70d
ISBN: 9781631494796

About the Author
Herstand, Ari: - Ari Herstand is a DIY musician who has played over seven hundred shows around the country, has performed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, has charted in the top 10 on iTunes and has had his music featured in countless TV shows, commercials and films. He currently fronts the funk band Brassroots District. In 2012, Herstand launched the music business advice blog Ari's Take (www.aristake.com), which was nominated by L.A. Weekly as one of the best music blogs of Los Angeles.