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All Area Access: Personal Management for Unsigned Musicians (Paperback)

by Marc Davison (Author) "My love affair with music began back in 1962 when I was six years old..." (more)
Key Phrases: merchandising booth, gig file, unsigned act, New York, State College, Hey Spike (more...)

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Take charge of your musical destiny! All Area Access is your map for the road to musical success. Author Marc Davison puts his many years of experience as a musician and artist manager into this book. Topics include: starting a band, booking gigs, press and the media, recording, copyrights, merchandising, touring, finances, managers, agents, record deals, and much more - everything you need to know and do to market your act and your music.

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Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Hal Leonard (October 1, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0793581346
ISBN-13: 978-0793581344
Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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merchandising booth, gig file, unsigned act, label reps, club booker, band fund, unsigned bands, club file, copyright claimant, tape duplication, college radio, press kit, tour circuit, road report, headline act, advance sheet

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New York, State College, Hey Spike, Asbury Park, Last Tribe, Mental Gentleman, New Jersey, Sal Minela, Los Angeles, Pearl Jam, Rolling Stone, Smells Like Teen Spirit, Village Voice, Year Born, College Music Journal, Defense Records, Fender Twin, Grateful Dead, San Francisco

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2.0 out of 5 stars Ok for beginners, June 4, 1999

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I first saw "All Area Access" at Tower Records in Los Angeles. It's got a nice slick cover, and a flattering prologue in the front. I didn't have the cash on me, so I bought it through Amazon.

I am a musician who's been working the L.A. scene for about 3 years. There is a lot of truth in "All Area Access," but I sort of get the impression that Marc Davison wrote the book because he couldn't make a living by playing in, or managing bands for that matter.

He provides some sample forms which are helpful. Things like call sheets and finance spreadsheets, but they are very poorly laid out on the pages. The illustrations are a little weak, and the typos are out of control.

I liked the book, and would certainly recommend it to beginning musicians. Those of you who have been around would be better suited with Donald Passman's "All You Need to Know About the Music Business," which can also be found here at Amazon.

Also for beginners, there's a book called "The Real Deal." It covers a lot of the basic questions that young musicians and managers might have.

Thanks for the time!

Jason Walry - Seriously Feline Los Angeles, CA

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5.0 out of 5 stars My Testimonial on All Area Access, August 30, 1999

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An unbelievable wealth of information!! After reading thisbook non-stop, cover to cover, I set out immediately applying themethods, using the forms, and walking the talk. Guess what? In less than a month, I have label interest in one of my songs, and I co-host the hottest writers Showcase in Houston. This book made it possible for me to overcome the gnawing fear I used to have about looking like a rank amateur and in front of booking agents, and club owners. It has always been my dream to see Houston area writers and performers get the same attention and pay as the NashVegas crowd, and now it's really beginning to happen!! Thank you Mr. Davison - If you are ever in Houston, please allow me to comp your drinks and thank you in person for writing this book - oops, gotta go - my cell phone is ringing AGAIN!!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Basic and practical, March 26, 1999

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I am an industry professional who recently purchased All Area Access.

This book is aimed toward the begining bands out there. It takes a step-by-step approach to explaining the various challenges that an up and coming band will face.

Strangely enough, there are many typos and gramatical errors in the book. Even the illustrations appear to be incorrectly printed on the pages.

If you are new to the business, this is a fine book to have in your collection. If you are looking for a more advanced explanation, I suggest getting Donald Passman's book, All You Need To Know About The Music Business.

All in all, this is a very honest book, written by a very normal guy. It's a great place to start, but leaves a lot to be desired.

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