Picture this: you're an aspiring musician or a seasoned pro, staring down the wild world of streaming, TikTok virality, and AI-generated beats. The gatekeepers are gone, and power's shifting to creators like never before. That's where Donald Passman's All You Need to Know About the Music Business, 11th Edition audiobook steps in—your portable roadmap through it all.
Passman, a veteran music lawyer who's shaped deals for the biggest names, just dropped the most current intel. Forget outdated advice; this unbridged audiobook dives into how streaming flipped the script—no more selling CDs, just plays that pay. Artists are cashing in on million-dollar catalog sales, TikTok's propelling unknowns to stardom overnight, and AI's sparking debates on ownership and creativity. He crunches the latest numbers so you don't have to, from royalty rates to Web3 experiments in the metaverse.
Listen on your run, in the car, or while tweaking tracks in your DAW. It's like having a sharp lawyer whispering strategies in your ear, helping you spot pitfalls and seize opportunities. I've revisited this gem through editions, and each time it feels like catching up with an old mentor who's seen it all. Whether you're negotiating your first deal or eyeing that catalog flip, Passman's voice cuts through the noise.
Over half a million copies sold, dubbed the 'industry bible' by the LA Times—this audiobook isn't hype; it's the toolkit for thriving amid chaos. Grab it, hit play, and start navigating the music business with confidence. Your next big break might just depend on it.
