Erich Fackert

Attention:All Serious Singers, Song Writers, and Music Producers

If You Want A Career In The Music Industry Then I Seriously URGE you To Read This Article, TWICE.

I’m glad my headline got your attention.

Seriously, I am so excited with the information I want to pass on to ALL aspiring Music Artists and Producers that I did not want you to pass my article by.

My name is Anthony, and recently my brother asked me to help him find an on-line source for him to be able to produce some songs he’s been working on for a while. He had no problem when it came to writing the songs, but he was not sure of the whole music production stuff. He was looking for a site where he could download some instrumentals and some beats, hoping to be able to produce something that he could showcase his songs with.  Read more... (699 words, 1 image, estimated 2:48 mins reading time)

For some people, music isn’t just something they enjoy listening to, it’s a passion — a calling. Music is a cornerstone of their lives. These people are driven to work with musicians and producers in the music industry, and they find true fulfillment in audio recording and music production. They love it, and they can think of no better career that would make them happy than to have a job in audio recording.

Music engineer and training schools offer premier sound engineering, music production, and audio recording classes with two state-of-the-art campuses in Phoenix and Gilbert Arizona. Top-quality music engineer training and audio recording job training for people who are serious about working in the music industry is in high demand.

Music engineer training and audio recording job training should be extensive, comprehensive, and relevant. Industry professionals are often the ones that teach the latest music production and sound engineering techniques, and train students on the most current music recording technology so they are ready to being their career in music from the moment they graduate.

Music Engineering Job Opportunities

Graduates from good, accredited music recording conservatory can find work anywhere within the music industry. They can find employment as sound engineers, music producers, game audio engineers, concert sound mixers, movie sound engineers, and wherever a skilled and talented recording technician is needed. They can even work with individuals and bands as managers or become accomplished musicians themselves. The possibilities and opportunities are endless for those who have true passion and the desire to succeed.  Read more... (376 words, 1 image, estimated 1:30 mins reading time)

During my recent trip to China for the Music Matters conference in Hong Kong, I met up with Christine Wang in Beijing. Ms. Wang started in the music business as a MusicDish intern in 2007 and went on to rise up the music ranks to Supervisor of International Marketing Department at Sony Music Entertainment China. Her insights and experiences gained working Sony’s international roster in China should be of interest to anyone considering breaking into its music market. (see also Music Matters – A Window Into The Asian Music Market)

[EDF] So let’s start with the basics. What are your department’s [International Marketing Department] primary responsibilities?

[CW] Our department is responsible for everything related to international repertoire, including publishing, production, press releases, marketing, promotions, events, and strategic marketing. It is all focused on promoting international artists on Sony Music’s roster in Chinese territory.

[EDF] And what are your specific functions as department supervisor?

[CW] My functions include everything above, with a focus on production, preparing all press releases, artist/album information and artist promotions across all media platforms. In addition, while we have a digital department, I am also responsible for online marketing as well as over ten artist global websites plus Sony Music official site updates. In short, we are a small version of a label, except for the A&R function.

[EDF] Right, your roster is given to you. But what a roster I must say! What are some of the artists/projects that you have worked on this year so far?  Read more... (1305 words, 1 image, estimated 5:13 mins reading time)

To buy dvd selections has become a thing of the past. If you cannot remember the last time you had to buy dvd music, you are not alone. In the event that you decide to pack up your music Dvd collection, you will be joining millions of people who have joined the online music revolution.

The online music revolution has surpassed the launch of compact discs and dvd sale options to replace vinyl records in the eighties.

This revolution was spurred on by technological improvements for the compression of audio DVD music which is digital that makes it a practical move to distribute music online and convert PC’s into juke boxes which are digital and can hold thousands of songs.

A lot of impact on many various industries is a result of the digital music revolution and dvd sale options.

Although it will probably be a long time before the total effects are clear, many people are even now, taking advantage of the many opportunities that this industry of digital music has created. There are industries which have evolved because of it and are putting a lot of traditional businesses under a lot of pressure.

One reason for the rapid increase of this industry is that music is universal in nature. Playing quite a significant role in everyone’s lives, music is popular in almost every culture. Everyone has their own personal preference when it comes to music and buy dvd records as a result. This is why radio stations and record labels have thrived through the years.  Read more... (385 words, 1 image, estimated 1:32 mins reading time)

It will not be a hard job for you to name some of the renowned artists of this entertainment industry. But individuals may also have come across few musical talents still struggling to establish themselves in the arena of music in spite of possessing every quality and capability to attain the top. Music licensing companies provide these budding talents with a procedure known as music licensing to protect their original compositions. These method of music licensing gives the fresh talents a chance to get their composition placed within numerous entertaining commodities including video games, movies, TV commercials and websites. Music library basically acts as the efficient medium where these original compositions of these talented people get published so that the producers can notice these creations. To get their creations placed within films or other entertainment products, however, these artists are required to opt for licensing their music for movies.

A list of songs or catalog is maintained by the music library. These music is obtainable to be used in various entertainment products. These are very significant section of this industry of music as these serve to be advantageous for all budding talents. If individuals wish to become a super star of this music industry, the first step for them is to get their original creation published within music library. However, before individuals get their musical composition published in the music library, they must license their creation. If the producers find any music appropriate for their movie or other entertainment product, they will surely contact the artist to get permission from them.  Read more... (504 words, 1 image, estimated 2:01 mins reading time)