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A positive contact with
a artist manager or booking agent can be a
valuable way to network yourself. The Manager is
usually very influential in determining what and
who's material is going to be performed by an
artist. Selecting a manager can be one of the
more important building blocks in the success
chain. The relationship that evolves takes a
great deal of trust. This should never be a
quick decision unless the Manager has a well
known track record of proven successful
relationships with the artists. Always remember
that the manager works for the artist, but may
make a recommendation that the artist may not
agree. Here is where the elements of trust come
into play. An artist may have to concede their
personal desires to the decisions of the
manager. Good communication is paramount and
neither party should ever be apprehensive about
setting up a meeting or discussing differences
of opinion in decisions to be made. managers
usually charge a commission on an artists or
bands earnings. The rate may really fluctuate
depending on the qualifications and experience
of the manager. The rates may be as low as 15%
up to 50% The manager cannot survive without
the artist and the artist needs the management
to bring their talents to the right material and
then displayed to the right people.
Bookings agents have an obvious
function. Their job is to locate and negotiate a
place for the artist to perform. Booking agents
are usually paid a commission of about 10% of
the proceeds for each event the booking agent
sets up for the artist. Occasionally the
manager or management firm will also handle the
booking. This is more prevalent in Management
Agencies. If you are trying to locate venues to
perform, you probably will need the help of the
Booking Agency. Many balk at the commission at
first, but find that the commission is more than
made up with the quantity of the bookings and
quality of the venue. They want you to earn as
much as possible which will increase their
earning potential. In looking to select an
agent, you may want to find an agent that books
acts similar to your own. They will already be
familiar with the venues that are looking for
your type of act.
Their are many record agents,
managers and agencies across the country. We are
compiling a listing which will continue to grow
at at Grand Central Music.com . View the
listings at
the:
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