| 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: MusicSource
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