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   <title>About.com Music Careers: Most Popular Articles</title>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sending a Demo]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Ever wondered how to get labels to hear your music? The right approach to sending your demo to record labels will get your songs into the hands of the people who need to hear them. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[MySpace Music]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Some people think that MySpace Music has turned the music biz on its head while others think it is one more nail in the coffin of good music. Love it or hate it, you can't ignore it, so find out if MySpace might be able to help you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Artist Manager]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Love music, but can't play? Artist management may be for you. Find out what a day is like in the life of a band manager and how to get started in this field. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Create a MySpace Music Page]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Many bands find that MySpace Music is the place to be for them. Find out how to cash in on the free MySpace buzz and create your own MySpace music page. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Promoter]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Promoters work hand in hand with agents and bands to make shows happen. They get the word out about upcoming events and make sure there is a full house to hear the band. Find out what being a promoter involves and decide if this job is right for you.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Self Promote]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The ability to self promote your music can make the difference between playing to a packed house and a lifetime of musical obscurity. Find out how to make sure your music is getting heard by being your own best promoter.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Make a Music Video]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Music videos used to be the exclusive domain of major labels, with the mega budgets to shoot the videos and the pull to get them on MTV. That has all changed. Not only can you shoot a music video yourself for very little investment, there are plenty of new ways you can get your cheap music videos to your fans. Find out how to become your own best music video director and follow this step by step guide to recording a music video.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Record a Demo]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Learn how to record a basic demo that showcases your talent without breaking the bank!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Agent]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you want to be the one who makes the tours happen, then the job of a music agent may be for you. Agents work with promoters and bands to make sure concerts get booked - find out more about how this job works, and how you can become an agent yourself. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Create a Promo Package]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you're going to get the attention of the media, labels, promoter, agents, or just about anyone else in the music industry, you're going to need a professional promo package. Learn how to create a promo package help put your album at the top of the listening pile. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Bands 101]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you want your band to be a success, you have to manage your career right from the start. Find the basic things that every band should do to get a shot at the spotlight. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Gig Booking Basics]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Get over your gig booking phobia with this step by step guide that takes your from getting a promo package together to taking the stage. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Manager Contract]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Before your sign a music manager contract, there are a lot of factors you need to consider. Signing a bad contract can have repercussions for a long time. Before you consider signing, consider the advice laid out here.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Demo Don&#039;ts]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Have you been sending out demo after demo, but nothing seems to be happening? These demo no-nos could be stopping you from getting the record deal you want. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Album Press Release Template]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/albumpress.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you want to sell records, you have to let people know the music is out there. A well written press release will help you get the word out. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Get a Gig]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Playing live is the best way to build a loyal fan base for your band, but getting a gig can be hard work. With all of the competition out there for stage time, find out how to make sure your band makes it to the top of the heap. Also find out to get in front of the right audience for your music. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Get Paid in Your Music Career]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Sure, you're in music for the love of it, but eventually you're going to want to know how to get paid in the music industry. Find out more about music industry incomes and how different people in different music careers make money in music. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Business Rules]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/p/musicrules.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The music business is highly competitive, and getting a foot in the door can be notoriously difficult. If you have music business aspirations, however, there are a few things you can do to make yourself stand out from the competition. Following these rules can help you get noticed for all of the right reasons - give them a try if you want to get ahead.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Start a Record Label]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/bb/startindielabel.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are you thinking of getting into the record label business? Find out what you need to know before you launch that label, so you have the best chance for success. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Find Musicians]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[You've got the songs, now all you need are the people. If you're not sure how to start your band member search, these tips will point you in the right direction. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Jobs Pros and Cons]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you love music, there are plenty of music careers from which you can choose. The question is - which one is right for you? Learn how to choose a music career so you end up with a job in music you love.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Big Four Labels]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/BigFour.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[EMI, Sony BMG, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group together make up the list of Big Four record labels, also known as major record labels. Find out more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Record Producer]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiccareerprofiles/p/producercareer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Record producers can be as important (and let's be honest - more important in some cases) that the musicians in the studio. Music producers can have a very active role in shaping the sound of an album, although some producers take more of a backseat role. Learn more about work as a record producer, how to become a record producer, music producing jobs and more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Demo Dos]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[You know the record demo don'ts, now learn the record demo dos. These tips will help you help yourself to the best chance of getting some label attention for your demo. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Backline]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you're an aspiring agent or manager, or if you're a band who books their own gigs, &quot;backline&quot; is a word you'd better get used to. Find out what it is, and whose job it is to worry about it. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Door Split]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/doorsplit.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Door split is a term you might hear from a promoter when you're booking a gig. What does it mean, and what makes a fair door split deal?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Indie Label Contracts]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Being a small label is never a good reason for being a label without a contract. Indie label contracts don't have to be complicated, and they protect bands and labels alike. Find out how to come up with an easy contract that will help make sure everyone involved in a deal is on the same page.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[MySpace Music Promotion]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Love it or hate it, MySpace music promotion has become an important part of building a fanbase for your music. That said, promoting music on MySpace isn't as easy as it seems. Find out how to use MySpace music the right way. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Promoter Contracts]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Contracts are a good way for music promoters and bands alike to ensure their show goes off without a hitch. Find out how to write a contract that is fair to both parties and covers all the important points. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Journalist]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiccareerprofiles/p/musicjournalist.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Not all music jobs are on stage or behind the scenes - someone has to be write about the music and let the fans know what's going on. Music journalists get to stay on the cutting edge of all of the new music releases and music news, and thanks to the internet, there are lots of new opportunities in this field. Find out how to become a music journalist. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Keep Fans at Shows]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Playing a show is a great way for musicians to earn new fans, but to make the most of every concert you have to do a little bit of gig promotion work at the show. Find out how to make sure your audience comes back to hear your music again and again. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cover Art Designer]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiccareerprofiles/p/artworkdesigner.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Having the perfect artwork makes a great record that little bit more special. Even with the rise in digital music, album covers and CD covers still matter to people - some digital music sites even let people download the artwork and liner notes with their songs. Find out how to break into album artwork design and what the job is like. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Promoter]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/Promoter.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are the responsibilities of a music promoter? A music promoter can be hugely influential to your music career, so understanding their role is key.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Digipack]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/digipacksleeve.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Digipack sleeves may look nice, but they're not the answer for every release. Find out more about this style of CD packaging. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Industry Investors]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/p/musicinvestors.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You've got the dream, the drive - now you just need the dollars. Getting music industry funding can make or break your music career, but it can be hard to know where to look. Find out about these common sources for music money to see which of these music investors is right for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Find Distribution]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Distribution is the key to getting your album in the stores, but finding it easier said than done. Find out how to get started and what to look for in a distributor. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Promo Emails for Bands]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[People in the music industry get bombarded by emails all day, every day. To make sure your promotional email gets read, you need to have the right approach - straightforward, simple, and to the point. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Promote a Gig]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Good promotion is the key to a good show, but if you are a first time promoter, the job can seem so large you may not know where to start. This guide will help you make sure you don't leave any promotional stone unturned. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Gig Booking Step by Step]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/ss/gigsforbands.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Get over your gig booking phobia with this step by step guide that takes your from getting a promo package together to taking the stage. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tour Press Release Template]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/a/tourpress.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You want bums on seats for your shows? Then you need to let people know they're happening! A tour press release is what you need to get media coverage of your upcoming show - this press release template shows you how. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Business Funding]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/ht/payformusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Deciding you want to work in music is the easy part. Paying for a music career? Now that's hard work. Find out about your different music business funding options so you can keep your music career dreams alive. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Start a Band]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/ht/startaband.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[First things first - before you can do anything else with your music, you need to form a band. Putting your band together means building a foundation that you can work from to get your music heard - and making the wrong choices can lead to oh-so-much hassle. Learn more about starting your new favorite band. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sony BMG]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/p/SonyBMG.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Profile of Sony BMG Music Entertainment, one of the so called &quot;Big Four&quot; music companies. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Belmont University]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/belmontuni.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Belmont Univesity's Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business program is world renowned, especially for its music internship programs. Get information about Belmont University Music Degree program and find out if the school is right for you.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with R. City]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/rcity.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[R.City, brothers Teron and Timothy, are about to release their major label debut, Wake the Neighbors, but you already know all of their songs. How? Because as songwriters, these guys have written for just about every big seller you can think of. Find out how they went from performers to songwriters to performers again and how they used their songwriting talents to get people to notice their own music. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Indie Label]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/IndieLabel.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Indie Record labels are self funded label not connected to one of the Big Four labels. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Berklee]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/Berklee.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Berklee College of Music is one of the oldest and most respected music degree programs in the world. Discover what is on offer at this Boston based school and see if this college could be part of making your musical aspirations come true. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Who Pays for Recording?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/f/recordingcosts.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Should the band pay for recording costs, or is that the responsibility of the record label? Find out whose name should be on that studio invoice.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Business Terms]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/musicterms.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you want to walk the walk, you have to be able to talk the talk. Use this crib sheet to brush up on your music industry vocab so you always sound like you're one step ahead of the game. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Who Pays for Gig Promo Costs?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/showpromocosts.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Is it the bands responsibility to pay to promote their own shows, or does the promoter have to foot the bill? Learn how the cost of shows should be distributed. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Spot a Bad Deal]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/ht/baddeals.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, the music industry is rife with people looking to make a quick buck off of your dreams. Spotting a bad deal will save you a lot of heartache down the line. Learn the signs of a deal that should have you running in the other direction. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Twitter for Music Promo]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicpromotion/ht/twitterformusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Twitter is taking the internet by storm, but can you use it for your music career. Find out how musicians can use Twitter to promote their music. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Long Lost Record Labels Part 1]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/ss/topreclabelsone.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sometimes it just doesn't work out. That's a lesson everyone in music has learned at least once the hard way. But just because it doesn't work out doesn't mean it wasn't great. Case in point? Check out these top five record labels that might not still be around but made a big splash while they were. These labels still influence the music and the labels that have come after them, so &quot;failed&quot; doesn't enter the picture. Here's to you, much missed record labels. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Take Band Photos]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/ht/bandphotos.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Having a good band photo can help you get more press - find out how to take a band photo that is sure to get some attention. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[One Sheet Template]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/onesheettemp.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[One sheets, or record sales sheets, are used by distributors to sell releases to stores. Information that could help the store sell your album should be included on the album sales sheet, as well as information the record shop needs to know, like the dealer price for the record and the formats. Find out how to put together a good one sheet that shows your music release in the best light possible. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should I Go All Digital?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/digitalalbum.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[With CD sales falling, many bands and labels are wondering if a digital only release is the way to go. Find out the pros and cons to see if this is the solution for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Become the Opening Band]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/ht/betheopeningact.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Playing as the opening band at a big show is a fast way to get your music to a larger audience. Find out how to get that coveted support band slot. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Agent]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/Agent.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Agents - you've heard about them, but what do they actually do? Find out what to expect from an agent as a band - or what to expect to be doing if you think you might want to become an agent.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Guest List Dos and Don&#039;ts]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/guestlist.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Everyone is your best friend when you have control of the guest list, but managing it properly is important to building good relationships and getting your music heard by the people who can help you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Concert Promotion Costs]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/concertcosts.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're a music promoter, the cost of putting on a show obviously makes all the difference to your bottom line. Find out more about the concert costs you need to know about before you book that gig. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should I Self Release My Album]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/selfreleasefaq.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If the labels aren't biting, a self released album could be the way to go. However, self releasing a record isn't as easy as it sounds - could it be right for you?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Performance Rights Groups]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/p/performingright.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Performing rights agencies make sure songwriters get paid when people use their work. Learn about the different groups out there and find out who should sign up. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Ron Mexico]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/ronmexico.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Ron Mexico, the brains behind Ron Mexico City, XXL Mag's Negro Please column and several other net based projects, discussed how he got started and offers advice for aspiring music bloggers and writers hoping to follow on his footsteps. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Careers - HowTos]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/cs/ht.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An index of HowTos for the Music Careers guide site.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>careers</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mechanical Royalties]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/mechanicalroyal.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Understanding mechanical royalties can get a little complicated for bands, labels, and publishers alike. Learn the basics and find out who should be getting what.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pay To Play?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/f/paytoplay.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When you're trying to book shows, you may come across promoters who offer to put on a show for you, if you pay a fee to play. Is this a good idea? Is it ever OK for a promoter to charge you money to play? Find out.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Band Breakups]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/a/bandbreakup.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Band breakups can be emotionally rough, and they can have serious repercussions for everyone's music careers as well. Find out how to handle band breakup. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[360 Deals]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/360deals.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[360 deals are becoming an increasingly common deal structure for major label contracts, but not every thinks they give the artist a fair shake. Learn more about these multiple rights deals and why they're so controversial.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Licensing vs. Distribution]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/f/distribution.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many smaller labels are faced with a decision between licensing and distribution, especially when it comes to getting their albums out in foreign territories. What's the difference, and which one is better for you? Find out the ins and out, and the pros and cons.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Internet Radio Royalties?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/f/internetroyalty.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You've no doubt heard a lot about the internet radio royalty debate, but you might not know the basics. Learn the facts so you can make an informed decision about this issue.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Francis Macdonald]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/a/fmacdonald.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Need advice on how to start a label...be a manager...be in a band...promote you music..and well, just about every other music biz dream you could possible have? Then Francis Macdonald is your man. Get top notch advice that is just the right mix of inspiration and reality check from this music industry everyman.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tour Manager]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/qz/g/tourmanager.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Tour managers are there to make life on the road go more smoothly. Learn more about their responsibilities and what the job entails. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pay for Opening Bands?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/openingfee.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many bands get their start as opening acts. How much should you make when you play, and what kind of deal should you avoid?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Band Member Contracts?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/bandmemcontract.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Band member contracts are a tricky line to walk, and a lot of artists feel uncomfortable even considering them. These contracts, however, may be important for your band - find out why. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What is a Session Musician?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/sessionmusician.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Session musicians take part in many tours and recording sessions. Understanding their function, and how they should be paid, can save you a lot of trouble down the road. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[In The City]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musictradeshows/p/inthecity.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[In The City was founded by Factory Records mastermind Tony Wilson as a forum for people working in the music industry to swap ideas, discuss the issues of the day - not to mention see some great bands. It's a real music lovers trade show - this is the place for people who work in music for the love of it, and as such it's full of passion and energy. It's a great music trade show for indie bands and labels especially, but everyone shows up. Learn more about In The City. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Musician Blogs]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicpromotion/ht/musiciansblogs.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A music blog is one more way for musicians to use the internet for music promotion and to connect with their fans. Find out the best way to make a music blog work for you to promote your new releases, tours and more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hip Hop Producers and Reps]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/a/producerreps.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Hip hop producers and hip hop beatmakers occupy a unique space in the music industry, and getting started in these field often requires a different approach that in other genres. Find out more about getting started as a hip hop producer and beatmaker and what role representation plays in the process. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Herts Uni Music Degree]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/hertsunimusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[University of Hertfordshire launched their Music and Entertainment Industry Management degree in 2006 with a focus on training entrepreneurs who have both a deep knowledge of basic business skills and specialized understanding of the rather unique world of the music business. It boasts the most varied music business curriculum in the UK and draws students from around the world. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Domino Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/dominorecs.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Domino Records has grown to become one of the most influential indie labels ever. Find out how they made it happen and how they keep their place on top.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should I Quit the Band?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/quitband.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Bands are like any relationship - sometimes they just don't work out. Find out when you should jump ship and when you should stick around to work things out. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Band Photos - Color or B&amp;W?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/bandphotos.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Good band photos are great for your website, and they also help you get more press coverage, but they can be expensive. Having the right kind of band photos, however, is crucial to getting the most bang for your buck. Find out how to make your band photos work for you.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Performing Rights Royalties]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/prr.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are performing rights royalties and who should get them? Find out.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Rough Trade Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/roughtraderecs.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Rough Trade Records has been an indie music success story for more than 20 years. The label has a habit of discovering &quot;the next big thing&quot; - a golden touch that hasn't dimmed over the years. Find out how Rough Trade has made it all work and what you can learn from how they have done things. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[U of Miami Music Degree]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/universitymiami.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[University of Miami's Music Business and Entertainment Industry degree program is one of the most highly respected music degree programs around. They offer both an undergraduate and graduate music degree program as well as a student record label. Find out more about University of Miami's music program and see if it is right for you.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sonicbids]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/p/sonicbids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sonicbids acts as gatekeeper for just about every music festival and trade show imaginable, not to mention tons and tons of music promoters. Learn more about the company, including the controversy surrounding them. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radio Plugger]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiccareerprofiles/p/radioplugger.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Do you want to help influence the radio playlists? Then you may want to become a radio plugger. Radio pluggers promote music to radio stations in hopes of getting the artists they worked for played on air. Learn more about radio PR and radio plugging, including how you can find a plugger if you are the artist and how to become a radio plugger if you think it might be the career for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Universal Music Group]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/p/Universal.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A brief history and profile of the world's best selling major record label, Universal Music Group. This mega label plays hosts to many of the biggest names in music, but their past is not without controversy. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[EMI]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/p/EMI.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A look at the history and the future of EMI, one of the world's largest record labels. Trace the label from its early days to its glory days to its complicated future.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Distribution]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/Distribution.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Distribution is the key to getting an album into the shops. Find out what is involved and what kind of distribution deals are common. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Apply to Music School]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/bb/applytomusicsch.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music industry related degrees can be hard to come by, and good programs are even fewer and further between. Before you devote your time and money to a music degree program, learn what to look for so you'll come out with the best education possible under your belt. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[SXSW]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/industryevents/p/SXSW.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[All the information you need about America's premiere music festival]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[When to Send a Press Release]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/sendpressreleas.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You know that you need a press release if you want the media to talk about your new album or your upcoming show, but WHEN you send that press release also plays a role in the coverage you get. Find out when to send your press releases for maximum exposure]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Rider]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/Rider.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Riders are an important part of any gig promotion contract. Find out what exactly it is, and what you can expect to get. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Sound Engineer Kas]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/a/qandawithkas.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Think that sound engineering might be the music industry career for you? Seasoned sound man Simon Kasprowicz (aka Kas to his friends) shares some insight into the job and his advice for getting started. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do I Need a Work Permit?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/workpermit.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Touring can take you across many national borders, but what about the legality of those border crossings? Depending on your circumstances, you may need a work visa in place before you play. Find out how entertainment work visas apply to you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mixing or Mastering]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/mixingormaster.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The difference between mixing and mastering confuses a lot of people who are new to recording process. Find out the different between these two important parts finishing touches on your record.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Warner Music Group]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/majorlabels/p/warnermusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Get this story behind Warner Music Group, one of the top selling record labels in the world. Find out smaller record labels this Big Four label is behind and see which artists call Warner Music Group home. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Happens on Gig Night?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/shownight.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are you worried about what will happen on the night of your first gig? Here's everything you need to know about how concerts run behind the scenes, so you have one less thing to worry about before your first show. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Manager]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/g/Manager.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Artist managers run the day to day business side of things for musicians. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[NYU Steinhardt Dept of Music]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/NYUSteinhardt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Interested in a music or music business degree? Then the Steinhardt School at NYU may be the place for you. Get the lowdown on what the school has to offer and how you can get a chance to study there. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[A&amp;R]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/artistandrep.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A&amp;R people hold a lot of power at a record label; they have the power to make and break deals. Find out more about artist and repertoire. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stow College Glasgow]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/stowcollege.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Music Industry program at Stow College is Glasgow gained prominence when the student run record label released the debut album by Belle and Sebastian - a huge success which won the school a lot of respect. Find out about study opportunities at Stow College and decide if it is right for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Columbia College Chicago]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/colmbiachicago.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Columbia College Chicago offers hands out experience for budding music industry pros. Their faculty is award winning and the location offers tons of opportunities for students to get their hands dirty in the real world. Find out if this could be the school for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Ferris State Music Management]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/p/ferrisstateuni.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Ferris State University's Music Management degree program is designed to train students to be ready to take on many different roles on the business side of the music industry. Find out if this degree program could be right for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Dave Hahn]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/davehahn.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Dave Hahn's Chronicle of a Cruise Ship Musician blog offers a glimpse into life in a very unexamined music career. In this interview, he lets us in on what it's like to play music for the cruise ship masses, as well as how he makes sure that budding cruise ship musicians out there can find his blog. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Long Lost Record Labels Part 2]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/ss/topreclabelstwo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sometimes it just doesn't work out - that's a lesson everyone in indie music has learned at least once the hard way. But just because it doesn't work out doesn't mean it wasn't great. Case in point? Check out these indie records labels that might not still be around but made a big splash while they were. From Upsetter Records to Enjoy Records, these labels still influence the music and the labels that have come after them, so &quot;failed&quot; doesn't apply. Here's to you, much missed record labels. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Write a Music Funding App]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/ht/artscouncilfund.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Getting a music project off the ground isn't cheap, whether you want to record an album, start a record label, or any other idea you have cooking. There is help out there in the form of music business loans and music business grants from arts councils (subject to where you live), but if you don't go about applying for music business funding the right way, you won't stand a chance of getting the cash you need. Find out how to write a music business funding or arts council application.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[PR]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/musicpr.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music PR is a big part of promoting your album - it's how you get those reviews that make people want to check out your music. Learn more about music publicity and when you should shell out for it. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do I Need a Demo?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/doineedademo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[With the changing music industry, the role of music demos are changing, too. Do you really need a music demo? The answer depends on what your goals are. Find out if you should start recording music or if you should go demo free. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[CD Baby Review]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/resources/gr/cdbabyreview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[CD Baby offers an easy option for indie labels to get their music into the hands of their customers, without having to worry about a more traditional CD distribution deal. It gets lots of praise, but is it worth the hype? Find out. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[MySpace Page Clean Up]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/qt/myspacecleanup.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does your MySpace music page need a little work? Set aside some time and clean up your MySpace music page to get the most out of it. Here are the things you need to know to make your best MySpace music page.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Join BMI or ASCAP]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/joinbmiascap.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Royalty collection groups like BMI and ASCAP can make sure you get what you are owed is someone uses one of your songs. Find out how to sign up to get the protection you need. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Book a Venue]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/gigsandtouring/ht/bookavenue.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your first step in promoting a gig, whether you're a musician or a promoter, is to book the venue. Find out more about how to book a club or book a venue for a music show, including how to negotiate a good price and other ins and outs of club bookings. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lyor Cohen Profile]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/p/lyorcohen.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lyor Cohen is an unlikely pioneer of hip hop music, but he is one nonetheless. He has been instrumental in the careers of many of hip hops biggest stars and has also been one of the most successful and revolutionary thinkers in the major label music industry. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Jewel Case]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/jewelcase.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Jewel cases are one kind of CD packaging. Learn more about them and your other options when it comes to designing your CD packages. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[M&amp;D Deals]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/mandd.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[These kinds of deals are getting harder to find, but for an upstart indie labels, they can give you a real leg up on getting your business off the ground. Get the details on this kind of distribution deal. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Matador Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/matadorrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Matador Records is about as close to a major record label as indie label can get. In fact, the label has been under the major label umbrella more than once in its lifetime but has always gone back to indie ways. The story of Matador is interesting not just for the success the label has had but for the way it illustrates to the difference between the indie and major label music worlds.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sub Pop Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/subpoprecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The name Sub Pop Records will forever be synonymous with Nirvana, but there is much more to the record label than that. Sun Pop is a model of how indie labels can make it big with innovative thinking and working hard to court their fans. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[News Press Release Template]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/a/newspress.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When you get some good news about a project you have been working on, don't keep it to yourself! Make sure you share that news with the media to get some extra press coverage. This template will help you spread the good word.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[One Sheet]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/onesheet.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[One sheets are sales tools for new releases, and the name gives a very important clue about what form they should take. Find out more about music one sheets. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sound Engineer]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/qz/g/soundengineer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sound engineers make sure the songs the bands are playing sound great to the audience. Learn more about this job and if it might be right for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Seymour Stein]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/p/seymourstein.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[One of the most important tastemakers in the music industry, Seymour Stein hasn't so much reacted to trends as making them himself. He's discovered artists as diverse as The Talking Heads and Madonna and has managed to survive decades in the music industry - no mean feat. His story is a model for all aspiring label types out there. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Good Cities for Music Jobs?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/musiccities.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does where you live make a difference for your music career? Find out if you need to relocate to make it in music. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Apply for Music Business Funds]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/bb/beforemusicloan.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Paying for a music career is just about the hardest part of keeping the whole thing going. Bands, record labels, promoters, music managers, agents and often face a constant battle of completing their projects while paying the bills. But how you get your music business funding and what you do with the money makes a big difference. Find out what you need to know before you try to get a loan to start a record label or any other music business purpose. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Career Solutions]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/disappointments.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Working in creative industries can be fraught with disappointments, and the music industry is no exception. The trick is to find the right solutions to your music business problems. Find out how to handle some common music industry problems. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Does My Label Owe Me?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/f/labelmoney.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your album is selling, but you haven't seen a dime of profits yet. Your label must be ripping you off, right? Not necessarily.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do I Need a Contract?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/f/needcontract.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You're working with a lot of people in your career - bandmates, labels, agents, managers, promoters - do you need a contract for each one? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sugarhill Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/sugarhillrecord.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sugarhill Records introduced rap music to a mainstream audience, having released the first rap single ever to make the Billboard charts. The record label ushered in a new era in music, but there was trouble behind the scenes. Learn more about the history of Sugarhill Records. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Creation Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/creationrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Creation Records story is a good contrast in indie music and major label music, and the difficulties many small labels face when their bands become bigger than the label. Success was both saved and destroyed Creation in equal measures, and there's a lot to learn from how their story. Find out more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Russell Simmons]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/p/russellsimmons.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you love hip hop, you owe Russell Simmons a thank you. In the early days of rap, Simmons fought like no one else to take hip hop out of the underground and to the mainstream audience. He's had a hand in too many of rap's biggest moments to count, and he's still hip hop royalty today. Learn more about how he pulled it off. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Rod Hsiao of Live 365]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/resources/a/live365question.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Rod Hsiao of internet radio company Live 365 shares what it is like on the front lines of the internet radio royalty battle. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>careers</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Update Your Music Promo Pack]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/qt/updatepresspack.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music promotion packs/music press packs are your calling card when you want to promote your music, but it gets stale pretty fast. Is your music press pack up to date? Find out if you need to get your music promotion kit an update. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Points]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/points.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music producers often get paid a deal that gives them points on a record - find out what album points are and how they affect a deal. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Prepare for a Music Trade Show]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/industryevents/ht/musictradeshow.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're going to attend a music trade show or convention, you need to be prepared to get the most out of it. Here's everything you need to do to get ready for a music trade show or music convention so you walk away with good connections. ]]></description>
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         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Catalog Number]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/cataloguenumber.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[In discussions about record labels, you might hear the term catalog number being used a lot - and if you want to have your own record label, catalog numbers are something you're going to have to become very familiar with. Learn more about music catalog numbers - CD catalog numbers, record catalog numbers and more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Postcard Records Profile]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/postcardrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Postcard Records was short lived, but extremely influential. It helped cement Glasgow's reputation as a music city, and the bands on Postcard Records paved the wave and inspired the sounds of succesful acts that thrived long after Postcard Records had closed up shop. Get the story behind the music.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do I Need a Record Deal?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/recorddeals.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Do you need a record deal? It seems like you can't go a single day without someone talking about how much the music industry is &quot;changing&quot; - but in real terms, what does that mean for you? One thing many musicians wonder about is if they should bother trying to get a record deal at all. Find out if your should get a record deal or release an album by yourself.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Who Pays Mechanicals?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/paymechanicals.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Who is respsonible for footing the bill for mechanical rights royalties and how are they distributed? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[CMJ Music Marathon]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musictradeshows/p/cmjmusicmarathn.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The CMJ Music Marathon gets circled on the calendar by music industry types and music fans alike. It has all of the panel discussions and networking events that the other trade shows have, but the main focus of CMJ is the music, with tons and tons of bands filling venues across NYC nightly.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>careers</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Build a Music Press Database]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/qt/musicquicktip1.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The music business quick tip for success for the week of Sept 1 2008 involves building a music industry media database.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>careers</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Spend It]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/spendingmoney.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're lucky enough to get funding for your record label or music project, you could soon find yourself in the red again if you don't make good choices about how to spend it. Find out how to prioritize your record label expenses, and the best ways to spend your music business loan or music business grant. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>careers</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Advance your Gig]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/beingamusician/ht/advancegig.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Want to make sure show night goes smoothly? Then you need to advance your gig. Find out how to make sure everything is set to go off without a hitch. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Ed Pybus]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/qandawithedsl.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[SL Records is like the little indie label that could, doing what often seems like an impossible task in the music industry - running a great indie label, releasing great music that you love and keeping the whole thing running year in and year out. Here, Ed Pybus of SL Records shares how he's managed to pull this whole thing off and some advice on how you can do it, too. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Touch and Go Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/touchandgo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Touch and Go Records is one of indie music's biggest champions. This fiercely independent record label has grown tremendously over the years, and along the way, Touch and Go has been committed to giving a leg up to other indie labels that share their ethos. Learn more about this indie music success story. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should I Ask for a Big Advance]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/advances.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The lure of a big advance check can be pretty tempting, but is it really all it is cracked up to be? Advances have pros and cons; find out how to make the best choice for your band.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Demo Recording Costs?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/democosts.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A music demo is a demonstration of your songs and your sound, and it is your calling card when you're trying to land a record deal, find a manager/agent, get a promoter to put on your show. A record demo is an important thing to have, but does that mean your demo recording costs have to be through the roof? Find out. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[payola]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/i/Payola.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A look at the music industry issue of payola.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Clive Davis]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/p/clivedavis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Clive Davis is something of a rock star among major music execs and thumbs up or thumbs down from his had made or broken many a career. He's always something of a controversial figure, but there is no denying he has spotted some of the biggest selling artists in music history. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Popkomm]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musictradeshows/p/popkomm.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Germany's Popkomm music trade show and festival brings together bands and music industry workers from all over the world. Popkomm is part networking and part artist showcasing and has gone up and down in popularity over the years. Find out if Popkomm should be on your music calendar. ]]></description>
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         <dc:date>2008-10-12T10:46:15+0000</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hire Music PR?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/hirepr.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music PR can be extremely helpful in getting the word out about your band, but it comes with a hefty price tag. Find out when you should stump up the cash for a professional and when you should try to do your own music promotion in house. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Apply to Music Trade Show]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/industryevents/ht/appymusicconvo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[For musicians, the best way to make it a music industry convention or music industry trade show is to get picked for a showcase gig. Find out how to apply for a music industry showcase gig and what the judges are looking for. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Factory Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/factoryrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Factory Records managed to have a tremendous impact on the music industry in spite of bankruptcy and questionable business plans like losing money on every copy they sold of their most popular release. Factory Records might not have had the world's best business plan, but the label certainly knew good music when they heard it and they certainly knew how to get people excited about it.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Promo Package]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/promopackage.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're going to make in this business, you need a good promo package. Find out what exactly a promo package is, and what should be in yours. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Midem]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/industryevents/p/midem.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Profile of one of the most important events on the music industry calendar, Midem. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Mr. Len]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/qandawithmrlen.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many of the best indie labels are run by people who know what it's like to the be the artist themselves, and that is certainly the case with Smacks Records. Here, Mr. Len talk about why he stared Smacks, how the label is different and how he deals with competing with bigger labels with deeper pockets.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Nettwerk Music Group]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/p/nettwerkmusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Record labels are all frantically trying to find a way to work in the new music business created by the internet, but Nettwerk Music Group is trying to lead the way. Get the story behind this record label and music management company that was called the &quot;next-gen music company&quot; by Wired Magazine. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Lauren Barberena]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/a/TallGirlPublish.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Publishing is an often overlooked, but every important part, of a musician's career. With her legal background and her experience building her own publishing company, Lauren Barberena knows this too well. Get the scoop on the publishing world from the inside.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Choose a Music Career Part One]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you love music, there are plenty of music careers from which you can choose. The question is - which one is right for you? Learn how to choose a music career so you end up with a job in music you love.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tray Card]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[CD tray cards are an important part of your liner notes and CD packaging. Find out what they are, where they go and what your options are when you make them. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Red Book]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/qz/g/redbook.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you get CDs manufactured, you might hear that you have to deliver a master that meets Red Book specifications. What are CD Red Book standards and are they becoming outdated? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Make a Music Industry Contact]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/qt/musicbizcontact.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Who you know matters a lot in the music industry, but that doesn't have to be as scary as it sounds. The music business contact that could make all the difference to your music career might just be an email away - all you have to do is reach out. Take this opportunity to reach out and try to make a new music industry contact.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[NXNE]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musictradeshows/p/nxne.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[North by Northeast Music festival has something to offer both industry types and music fans. Find out if the NXNE music festival and convention should be on your calendar. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Swap a Gig]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/qt/gigswap.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you don't have a music agent on the case for you, one of the easiest ways to get a show out of town is work out a friendly gig swapping arrangment with another musician in another town. Find out how bands swap shows and how it can work for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tour Support]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Touring is expensive, but if you're lucky enough to have some tour support behind you, some of the burden can be lifted. Find out how music tour support can help you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tray]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The tray is the part of your CD case that holds your CD in place. Learn more about the different types available. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sonicbids - Your Stories]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/resources/a/sonicbidsusers.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sonicbids seems to be everywhere these days - but is that a good thing or a bad thing? Here, Sonicbids users detail their experiences working with Sonicbids. Find out what they had to say. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Juan Chavez]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/a/juanchavez.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Juan Chavez shares a little bit about life as a Berklee College of Music student and his accomplished salsa band, Dile. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Blair McDonald]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/blairmcdonald.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Nettwerk's Blair McDonald has seen the music industry from all sides - from behind a drum kit, a label mail room, the big office at a major label, and the helm of his own indie to name but a few. Here, he shares some insight on the future of the music biz, what he's learned from being inside and outside the major label structure, and why Nettwerk is defending fans against RIAA lawsuits.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Ron Mexico ]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/ronmexico_2.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Ron Mexico, the brains behind Ron Mexico City, XXL Mag's Negro Please column and several other net based projects, discussed how he got started and offers advice for aspiring music bloggers and writers hoping to follow on his footsteps. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Honest Jon&#039;s Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/honestjonrecord.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[From London's famous home for serious music fans came one of the world's most eclectic labels, Honest Jon's. Honest Jon's Records only has one rule for the music they release - that it be good. Learn more about Honest Jon's Records. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Smacks Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/smacksrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[New Jersey based underground hip hop label Smacks Records started changing the way labels work with their artists way before everyone else was talking about it. Run by Mr. Len of Company Flow fame, Smacks is all about making sure the artists get a fair deal and the support they need. Find out more about how Smacks has made it work and what artists are in their catalogue. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stax Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/staxrecords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Stax Records, home of Issac Hayes, Otis Redding and many more, Stax was the antidote to the hit factory soul coming out of Motown. Though the label appear here in the indie label list, it has actually been both indie and major label subsidiary. Find out more about the history of Stax Records. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stones Throw Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/indielabels/p/stonesthrowrecs.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Stones Throw Records is a little label with a big impact on hip hop. Like many indie labels, it is run by someone who has been both artists and label boss, something that influences its way of doing business greatly. Learn more about Stones Throw Records, including how to send your demo to Stones Throw.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Choose a Music Career Part Two]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/otherindustrycareers/bb/choosemusicjob2.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you love music, there are plenty of music careers from which you can choose. The question is - which music industry job is right for you? Learn how to choose a music career so you end up with a job in music you love. Don't miss part one of the Choose a Music Career series to see pros and cons of more music jobs. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[SMES]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musictradeshows/p/smestradeshow.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Location can be a problem for a lot of artists - if you don't live near a big music city, getting heard is that much harder. For urban artists in the Southeastern US, the Southeastern Music and Entertainment Summit hopes to make things a little easier. This three day event gives artists based in the region a chance to get their music in front of music biz execs as well as providing them with education on how the industry really works.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Music Business Angels]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/bb/musicbizangels.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're struggling to pay the bills in your music career, the thought of a music business angel or other music business investor can sound like a dream come true. That dream could turn into a nightmare really quickly if you don't give the whole deal careful consideration. Find out the pros and cons of working with a music business angel.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Jay Flanzbaum]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicindustrybasics/a/jayflanzbaum.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Booking a show that runs smoothly from start to finish is a Herculean task - many people simply don't know how much there is to get done. Thankfully, help has arrived in the form of Onlinegigs. Jay Flanzaum, creator of Onlinegigs shares a little about the creation of the company, shares a little bit about what the website has to offer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Playlist]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/playlists.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you have a new single out, being on the playlist can be like winning the lottery. Learn more about coveted playlist spots and how they can help you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Promo]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/promo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A music promo is primarily used to generate press coverage or obtain radio plays for a new release, but there are other uses. Find out more about music promos and how they differ from music demos.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[P.D.s]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ip/g/perdiem.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Per diems, or PDs, are the way bands cover their living expenses while on tour. Find out more about music per diems and how much they should be.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Glastonbury Music Festival]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musicfestivals/p/glastonbury.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Glastonbury is one of the largest and oldest outdoor music festivals in the world. Every year, up to 900 acts entertain crowds of 100,000 music lovers in the English countryside. Find out more about the history of Glastonbury and how you could get a chance to play. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Go to a Music Convention]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/musicconvention.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Music industry conventions and trade shows can be great for your music career, but they can also be a colossal waste of time and money. Find out when musicians can benefit most from music industry conventions. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Serchlite Music]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/companyprofiles/p/serchlitemusic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Serchlite Music has had a hand in everything from the production of Nas' groundbreaking [i]Illmatic[/i] album to compiling CD comps for ESPN magazine readers, and many things in between. Get the story about this music production/promotion powerhouse company headed by MC Serch and CC Smooth. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Erin Copeland]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/educationandexperience/a/erincopeland.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are you wondering what a music degree could do for you? Get the lowdown from someone who has been there - a grad from one of the top music school. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Demo]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/glossary/g/demo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A music demo is one of the most basic tools of the music industry. Find out what a demo is and how one is used.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Digital Distribution]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/digitaldist.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many people think that it is just a matter of time before digital music distribution surpasses traditional, physical distribution. Learn more about this music distribution option. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sarah Records Interview]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Sarah Records was always a label with a difference, never wavering from doing things their own way and rather then depending on political rhetoric for PR making sure their convictions shaped their business practices. Here Sarah Records founders Clare Wadd and Matt Haynes discuss setting up the label, the bumps they encountered along the way and their views on the music industry in the 21st century.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sonicbids Q&amp;A]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[You asked, they answered. You submitted your questions to online band/promoter matchmaker and festival submission site Sonicbids, and Lou Paniccia, Artist Relations Manager at Sonicbids, answered them in full. Find out what he had to say about the registration fees, the CMJ incident and much more. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tony Wilson]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Factory Records' Tony Wilson was a music industry one off who is sorely missed. His Factory Records label released incredibly influential music and Wilson himself was actively involved in shaping the independent music industry. He also a dedicated campaigner for a devolved parliament for northern England. Find out more about this music industry maverick and his inspiring story. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Stephen Pastel]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/stephenpastel.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Stephen Pastel is no stranger to indie bands or indie record labels. His band The Pastels is one of indie music's long lasting and most loved bands, and his 1980s label 53rd &amp; 3rd is a shining example of how just how much impact even the smallest of labels can have on the course of music. Now running Domino subsidiary label Geographic, Stephen is again in the position to introduce the world to music it didn't know it loved. Here, he talks about the label and what he's learned from The Pastels.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A with Scott of KFM Records]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/interviewsandbios/a/scottmacdonald.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[KFM Records is one of Edinburgh finest labels. It's eclectic catalogue, covering indie, hip-hop, electronica and post rock, has been wooing fa,s and the industry, for the last 8 years. The label was founded and is run by by Scott MacDonald, musician, property developer and former world BMX Champion. We caught up with Scott for a wee chat about music, The Simpson and the death of the record label. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Gatefold Sleeves]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/ah/g/gatefoldsleeve.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Want to make your records look even cooler? Then a gatefold sleeve might be in order. Gatefold record sleeves look great, but they can get pricey. Find out if they're right for you. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tech Spec]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/qz/g/techspec.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[[p]If you play live, music tech specs are part of the game. Learn more about the role that tech specs play in gigs.[/p] ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do I Need Legal Advice?]]></title>
         <link>http://musicians.about.com/od/musiciansfaq/f/musiclegaladv.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Hiring a music attorney can be expensive, so you don't want to spend the money when you don't need to - but this is one expense you don't want to skimp on when you DO need an attorney. Find out when you need music legal advice and when you can skip the music lawyer. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should I Pay for Music Dis