A few questions please.

[Kira]

Hello to all participants of this group!
It's very useful and helpful groups, I like it, thank you for
establishing such forum.
I came to USA less than a year ago, I am Russian and I am almost 21
now. A few months ago I started to write songs what I write is lyrics
and main tune or melody, not arrangement. In 4 months I wrote 10 songs
in English.
I have many artistic ideas and business ideas on how to promote and
market my music and how shows should look on stage, I can dance and I
look not bad.
Obviously I have not much experience of being on stage and no
experience at all in USA.
Well questions are:
1) I am solo singer, what I mean by that that I have not live
musicians but I sing live to minus phonogram, backing , instrumental
track. Is it acceptable or having live musicians is the must thing?

2) I am at the very beginning of my way, and obviously it's very
difficult for me to be my own manager, where and how to find manager
who would be interested in working with beggining artist.

I have many many ideas and I am willing to work a lot and hard, but as
most of beginners in this way I have not money to pay for big
promotion and so on.

I appreciate any advice.
Thank you for answers in advance.

Kira

[Kira]

I want to add that I am very serious about my career in show business
and I do not need right now someone big to help me, I just need a
smart manager who would help me to book shows, promote songs, request
radio play, help me register cd's and so on, more like personal
manager who would work on percetage basis not on payment in advance.
Thanks

[schof...@yahoo.com]

Do you have a myspace page where someone can get a sample of your music?
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From: Kira <K.kir...@gmail.com>

Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2008 11:48:24
To: Steps to Stardom \"How to make it in the music industry\"<Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: A few questions please.

[Kira]

no I am yet working on my tracks I just wanted general advice about
live musicians and managers for beginning singers. Is it mandatory to
have live musicians for pop/soft rock singer? And is it possible to
find people who interested in working with notexperienced singers and
if yes where to find such manager. I live in SF CA. Thanks

On Nov 2, 1:27 pm, schofiel...@yahoo.com wrote:
> Do you have a myspace page where someone can get a sample of your music?
> Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone with SprintSpeed
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> From: Kira <K.kiroc...@gmail.com>
>
> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2008 11:48:24

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[foyd schofield]

It isn't hard to find a manager but a good one isn't that easy to come by. One thing you will need is some way that a potential manager can hear a sample of your music. When you have that in place let me know so that I can send it to a few good managers for you.  Floyd Schofield --- On Sun, 11/2/08, Kira <K.kir...@gmail.com> wrote:

[jkw...@aol.com]

Is it better to have a manager in your area or would it be beneficial to have a A-list manager in say Ny, atl, or LA? Also my music page is www.myspace.com/therealjmill If u could recomend some managers my way, that'll be great.

Ive recently released my own EP, on itunes, rhapsody etc and i just had a song off of the EP put on the new installment of ROCKSTAR games Midnight Club LA available on ps3, Xbox etc. A good manager would really help. Thus far i have done everything on my own.

Thanks

J-Mill
www.How2rap.com This is a book i wrote and dedicated a site to it. For rappers

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From: foyd schofield <schof...@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2008 8:05 PM
To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

[foyd schofield]

If i was you ,I would want a manager in LA, New York, or Atlanta only if they are in the mix of the music industry daily. I wouldn't want a manager who is out of the loop trying to get themself in. J Mills if you redo "like dat" and make it more commercial with the same hook you can have a hit on your hands. Floyd Schofield --- On Sun, 11/2/08, jkw...@aol.com <jkw...@aol.com> wrote:

[Xavier Ridley]

do you know any good managers?

[foyd schofield]

I know a lot of good industry managers. Floyd Schofield --- On Mon, 11/3/08, Xavier Ridley <thebo...@gmail.com> wrote:

[jolita sakmanaite]

Hello,

 

I would like to ask does it has a big impact when music labels make a decition to sign an artist or not if she is a great artist-vocalist, marketable, but does not have that good songwriting skills, is it better to wait until your songwriting skills improve or not to concentrate on songwriting and try to get a record deal singing other great songwriters songs, co-write.. Big thank you.

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Sincerely,
Jolita
908-209-1763
www.myspace.com/jolitabrilliant

[Xavier Ridley]

im looking for a good manager in ny. could you refer me to 1?

[jolita sakmanaite]

In other words if there a great vocalist who has radio finished top 40 tracks, it's probably does not matter much for label if an artist wrote them as long as the package is marketable? Or  it is better to have your own songs,even if they are not that top 10 friendly, but more reflecting artist, personal, more CD matterial?.. or the best to have both? Thank you.

[foyd schofield]

Do you have a myspace where I can send a few of them to?

[Emo D]

Hi everyone! I am looking for a good manager in Los Angeles! Can anyone please help with this? www.myspace.com/emmanueldagher Thanks! --- On Tue, 11/4/08, foyd schofield <schof...@yahoo.com> wrote:

[Xavier Ridley]

My myspace is under reconstruction rite now so the best site of mine to send them to is:

 http://www.majorcontacts.com/xtra
 http://www.loud.com/datboyxtra

[Xavier Ridley]

but if they would prefer my mysapce then its http://www.myspace.com/convenantrecordsmixtapepromotions

[Brandon Lee]

Im ditching this group. No one ever responds to anything i post. I have asked for help and havent gotten any.

 

This was a waste of my time!

Brandon Lee

[jolita sakmanaite]

Hey me too, I haven't got any responseregarding my last question.

[jkw...@aol.com]

B patient pimpin--dont b so ez to give up....this the music bizness....and 2nite is A historic event takin place so that cld b the delay.

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From: Brandon Lee <brandon...@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 9:32 PM

To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: A few questions please.

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[G.I. Girl Music]

I agree.  I  have learned that the music business thrives on relationships; building and maintaining them.  Music biz execs tend to be very busy folks.  This guy started this group as a way to give back others without charging a fee.  Do NOT start out by burning bridges!  LiL'BiT www.myspace.com/msLiLBiT --- On Tue, 11/4/08, jkw...@aol.com <jkw...@aol.com> wrote:

[Brandon Lee]

Im dont mean to burn bridges. I have seen a lot of activity but have gotten no helpful responses what so ever. I have been on this for a while. Ill stick with my current contact within disney.

 

I was just hoping for some more direction.

 

Good Luck Everyone

[foyd schofield]

You must be patient. I try to answer as fast as I possibly can but it isn't always as fast as people like. You must remember that I have to run a consultant firm; I have to deal with and represent 7 platinum celebrities; and I have to answer to 4 major labels daily. My schedule is crazy but I still get to as many questions as I possible can. No matter what you choose to do, you must work on your patience if you re going to succeed this industry.    As for your question, in this day and time labels want to sign artists that have the full package. They are not using their money to develop artists anymore. If you don't have great song writing skills, find a person who do. You can find song writers that will work with you almost anywhere. Post on craigslist and myspace, that may help. Floyd Schofield --- On Wed, 11/5/08, Brandon Lee <brandon...@gmail.com> wrote:

[foyd schofield]

Thank you little bit for your reply to this gentlemen. How is your projects coming along? Floyd Schofield --- On Tue, 11/4/08, G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> wrote:

[foyd schofield]

Thank you for your reply! Floyd Schofield --- On Tue, 11/4/08, jkw...@aol.com <jkw...@aol.com> wrote:

From: jkw...@aol.com <jkw...@aol.com> Subject: RE: A few questions please. To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 9:50 PM

[foyd schofield]

Do you have a CD with about 5 songs? I like a "song for da brothers". If you can mail a cd to:   Schofield and Company LLC Attn: F. Schofield 240 Spring Street Griffin GA 30223     I have a manager that may be interested in you project. Floyd Schofield

[foyd schofield]

It's best to have both. Floyd Schofield --- On Mon, 11/3/08, jolita sakmanaite <brill...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Xavier Ridley]

Thank you. Appreciate it. Yes I can send you a 5 song demo. I'll send it out today.

[jolita sakmanaite]

Thank you,  I am very grateful for a great answer. I allready know good songwriters, just was not sure what to do. Don't worry about the pretensdions, we did not knew about your business. P.S. something I would add, can't be too patient in this business too, because there is people who just waste your time.

[jolita sakmanaite]

Dear Foyd, I have one more big question, I co-wrote this song "Murder of Love" with sweden and norvegian songwriters, however I am not sure is a hook is strong enough producer thinks as well the same, as a representor of Platinum celebrities maybe you could say if I should really not record this song, if I send you it? I am Pop, powerful voclals.

[jolita sakmanaite]

By the way dear Foyd if it's not a secret it's very interesting maybe you could name a few celebrities you represent?

[foyd schofield]

Due to company policy, we do not disclose the artists names that we work with signed or unsigned. Floyd Schofield

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[G.I. Girl Music]

************************************************ Mr. Schofield, Sorry for the delayed response. You are very welcome.   As for my projects, things are not working as fast as I would like them to.  Patience, right?  I’ve gotten some outside help on a few issues, but for the most part, I’m in this all alone.  I’m managing myself, which is extremely difficult, but I’m learning a whole lot along the way.   Hope I don’t regret this later down the road, but I kind of shied away from the major company that approached me a few months ago.  After doing some research, I found out that all of their artists and songwriters are in the Country music arena; I know that Rissi Palmer is doing big things right now (she’s the first Black female to have a big hit on the Country charts), but I feel that I’m definitely more urban/pop.   In addition, I been approached by several indies, a major distributor, management companies, and countless producers (at least 50), and cover bands since mid-July, all from MySpace site.  So handling all this while trying to find a steady corporate gig to finance everything has been overwhelming.  But I keep pressing on because I truly believe in the product I offer.   Do you have any advice on how artists can manage themselves efficiently until a deal happens, yet still have time to actually make music?   Sorry for being so wordy tonight! Thanks a mil, LiL’BiT (www.myspace.com/msLiLBiT) P.S. I written over 100 songs in the last two years, but they all have the same sound quality as “Rebound Love” (ruff drafts recorded in my tiny apartment) so I’m waiting for a opportunity to record them better before I post them online.   **********************************

--- On Wed, 11/5/08, foyd schofield <schof...@yahoo.com> wrote:

[Jkw...@aol.com]

Lil Bit, I just finished reading your story....and I just want to say keep following your dreams.  I can relate to doing everything yourself and I know how hard it can be financially with out any celebrity sponsors.    I've invested time in money into myself instead of waiting and hoping a major would hear my stuff.  So I agree, the things I have learned I could never experience in a school or book. (Just My Opinion)  So keep pushing and kicking Lil Bit

 

I recently had one of my songs picked up on a big video game company and I'm definitely looking into licensing my music...  I hear this is a great avenue for a indie to take--So Mr. Schofield if you know how I can get my music reviewed for films/games/commercials etc please send the info my way.

 

 J
WWW.HOW2RAP.COM
www.j-mill.com
www.myspace.com/therealjmill (Request Me)
jkw...@aol.com
"Much Success"

New Single EP"Certified Hu$tle" Out Now!!!!!

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[foyd schofield]

I will reply to your email tomorrow because I am on my way to a late meeting. Floyd Schofield

[G.I. Girl Music]

Hi J...   Thanks for your message.  I will check out your sites very soon.  And congrats on your recent success.  I wish you even more!  LiL'BiT --- On Wed, 11/5/08, Jkw...@aol.com <Jkw...@aol.com> wrote:

From: Jkw...@aol.com <Jkw...@aol.com> Subject: Re: A few questions please. To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

[foyd schofield]

The best route for you to go is to get a music publishers that have experience, a track record, and specialize in placing music in films, commericials, movies, etc. For commercials you can also contact advertising companies that produce TV  commercials. From my experience, I would contact a publisher in L.A.  Floyd Schofield

--- On Thu, 11/6/08, G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com>

[foyd schofield]

If you do not have this book, go to Amazon and get it. It will really help you out. This Business of Artist Management by Jr. Xavier M. Frascogna and H. Lee Hetherington (Hardcover - Nov 1, 2004) Floyd Schofield

--- On Wed, 11/5/08, G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> Subject: RE: A few questions please. To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008, 8:32 PM

[G.I. Girl Music]

Thank you very much.  I will do so.  I just added that book and your company's "Steps to Stardom" DVD to my wish list.  I truly appreciate what you're doing here.  LB

[jolita sakmanaite]

Oh cool, I try to find that DVD in amazon may I ask how is the company called that released it?

[jkw...@aol.com]

Okay....Thanks

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From: foyd schofield <schof...@yahoo.com>

Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2008 6:55 PM

To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: A few questions please.

The best route for you to go is to get a music publishers that have experience, a track record, and specialize in placing music in films, commericials, movies, etc. For commercials you can also contact advertising companies that produce TV  commercials. From my experience, I would contact a publisher in L.A.  Floyd Schofield

--- On Thu, 11/6/08, G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: G.I. Girl Music <gi_gir...@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: A few questions please. To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2008, 12:50 PM

Hi J...   Thanks for your message.  I will check out your sites very soon.  And congrats on your recent success.  I wish you even more!  LiL'BiT --- On Wed, 11/5/08, Jkw...@aol.com <Jkw...@aol.com> wrote:

From: Jkw...@aol.com <Jkw...@aol.com> Subject: Re: A few questions please. To: Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com

[schof...@yahoo.com]

The dvd is titled: Steps to Stardom Volume One "How to make it in the music industry."

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From: "jolita sakmanaite" <brill...@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2008 20:07:16 -0500

[jolita sakmanaite]

Found it.

[jolita sakmanaite]

Hello, 

I would like to ask a question how to invite music managers to y show?  Where is the best to get contacts? Thanks you.

Sincerely,

Jolita

On Sun, Nov 2, 2008 at 4:57 PM, <schof...@yahoo.com> wrote:

Do you have a myspace page where someone can get a sample of your music?

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From: Kira <K.kir...@gmail.com>

Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2008 11:48:24

To: Steps to Stardom \"How to make it in the music industry\"<Steps-to-Stardom-How-to-ma...@googlegroups.com>

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XOXO,
Jolita, 9178298062.
www.myspace.com/jolitabrilliant, www.Twitter.com/jolitabrilliant,
www.youtube.com/brilliantou,
www.Zazzle.com/jolita

[amith boteju]

i have contacts give me a call 346 205 6565 chandi

--- On Mon, 8/31/09, jolita sakmanaite <brill...@gmail.com> wrote:

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[jolita sakmanaite]

Hello, 

I tried calling you. It says number doesn't exists.