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The Business (8th edition): (8th edition)

Ann Harrison

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Virgin Books
29 October 2021

Music; Media, information & communication industries; Music industry; Copyright law

The music industry bible, the essential guide to the law and the deals.

This essential and highly acclaimed guide, now updated and revised in its eighth edition, explains the business of the British music industry.

Drawing on her extensive experience as a media lawyer, Ann Harrison offers a unique, expert opinion on the deals, the contracts and the business as a whole. She examines in detail the changing face of the music industry and provides absorbing and up-to-date case studies.

Whether you're a recording artist, songwriter, music business manager, industry executive, publisher, journalist, media student, accountant or lawyer, this practical and comprehensive guide is indispensable reading.

Fully revised and updated. Includes-

The current types of record and publishing deals, and what you can expect to see in the contracts

A guide to making a record, manufacture, distribution, branding, marketing, merchandising, sponsorship, band arrangements and touring

Information on music streaming, digital downloads and piracy

The most up-to-date insights on how the COVID-19 crisis has affected marketing

An in-depth look at copyright law and related rights

Case studies illustrating key developments and legal jargon explained.

By: Ann Harrison
Imprint: Virgin Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 162mm, Spine: 38mm
Weight: 652g
ISBN: 9780753558980
ISBN 10: 075355898X
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 29 October 2021
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ann Harrison runs her own successful legal consultancy. Former head of the music group at a leading media and entertainment law firm, she specialises in copyright and contract law for artists, producers, managers and publishers. annharrison.co.uk

Reviews for Music: The Business (8th edition): (8th edition)

The most comprehensive and accessible guide to the workings of the British music industry. * Daily Mirror * An invaluable guide to the legal minefield. * Guitar Magazine * An indispensable companion for any up-and-coming musician. * Future Music *