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The Guidebook to Self-Releasing Your Music - by Matthew Whiteside (Paperback)
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Highlights
- The Guidebook to Self-Releasing Your Music is a must-have resource for anyone looking to release their music-equally valuable for first timers as well as for seasoned experts who want the latest information on technology and industry developments.
- Author(s): Matthew Whiteside
- 222 Pages
- Music, Business Aspects
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Book Synopsis
The Guidebook to Self-Releasing Your Music is a must-have resource for anyone looking to release their music-equally valuable for first timers as well as for seasoned experts who want the latest information on technology and industry developments. Matthew Whiteside focuses on the areas that musicians can manage themselves, and highlights-with humour and encouragement-the potential benefits and pitfalls along the way.
Review Quotes
"In explaining the processes so clearly he makes it all seem more feasible than daunting. If self-releasing is on your list of things to do, Matthew's book is very highly recommended."
- Phil Ward, Sound on Sound
"This is essential reading for anyone starting out as a self-employed musician, and a fabulous resource for those interested in self-releasing recordings."
- Carla Rees, Pan, The Journal of the British Flute Society
"A roadmap offering clear and actionable advice for artists starting out on a path of bringing music to the world. The author, a musician himself, demystifies the process, covering aspects such as recording techniques, the streaming landscape, understanding royalties, and carrying out effective promotional campaigns."
- Matt Butler, Music Producer / Writer / Arranger / Engineer
"A one-stop guide to support a musician of any genre, at any stage of their career, in recording and releasing their music from start to finish...Conservatoire education never touched on half of the topics covered in 'The Guidebook to Self-Releasing Your Music'."
-Iona Fyfe, Folksinger
"An essential resource for anyone who wants their music to be heard. The author's expertise and passion for empowering others shines through every chapter...A wealth of information on every stage of the self-releasing journey, supplemented by links to resources on the author's website. The analysis of the issues surrounding streaming royalties are as clear-eyed, intelligent, and honest as any discussion of this topic I have seen."
-Stuart MacRae, Composer
"A comprehensive guide...written in a warm, knowledgeable way that speaks from experience. The author covers the importance of creating a 'brand' from both an artistic and business perspective- something that few creatives have a grip on."
- Scanner / Robin Rimbaud, Electronic Musician