About the author
 Ric Taylor grew up a military brat and traveled all over the world, occupying his free time with Music. Being taught guitar by his grandmother when he was six, his first band was early. So, at 11 the career began.
Writing songs all the way through high school, and playing music in Italy at any club that would let him. In college writing and playing music to get through school. After building a Christian following with the band "Believe”, Ric had the opportunity to play music regionally with the band Outta the Blue. During that time, management from Nashville happened to hear the songs and asked me to move. I did, and after an independent record deal, video and touring, he joined the Oh Boy Records family. For the next 12 years this book came together.
Copyright 2006 by Ric Taylor. All Rights Reserved
No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the author.
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Excerpts
- First, Best or Unique
The First, The Best or Unique. Well, if you are first, then that makes you the best, however, being unique makes you first, thus the best. So, would it not make sense to be unique ?
- Move
The car payments, and why are they necessary ? First, of all you will have to move. You are not going to get a major label deal living in Montana. Thus, will need transportation.. You can pick your place, LA, New York or Nashville. So, if you want a major label deal, come to the labels. Chances are good they won’t come to you.
- Psychology
There are many books out there on the music industry, from a business standpoint and the creative side. Books on publishing, record deals, songwriting and I am sure they will provide some valuable information, however, you would be better off buying a book on psychology, because you are dealing with people.
- The Deal
The illustrious record deal. I have read where deals are based upon years, not any more, the deal is based on albums and chances are good even after you sign the deal, you may not see a finished CD until one or more of your songs have hit the charts.
- Publishing
Can make a living as a published songwriter? You sure can. Think about it, if you find a way to get your song recorded by a top artist without giving up control of it. You are looking at publishing income on a million selling album of $ 91,000.00. So, even a piece of that can keep you going.
- Song the ingredients
You can be an artist later, be a commercial success first. The song has to become demanded by many in order to give you the freedom and the flexibility to be an artist later. Superstars know the value of commercial success.
Quotes
On “Eight Year Olds with Money” by Ric Taylor
I have known Ric Taylor for twelve years and I can tell you on a personal and professional level that he has always told me the truth about the music business even when it hurt. I Am a Grammy Nominated Singer, a published songwriter, and a Nashville Recording artist who has used these techniques and strategies to make my career work. Ric Taylor's book is the best how to guide for anyone who is thinking about trying to make their mark in the music business. This is a MUST read and a MUST listen. You cannot afford not to have this information !!!
Tom Wurth, Musician, Singer/Songwriter, Nashville recording artist. www.tomwurth.com
On “Eight Year Olds with Money” by Ric Taylor
I have been involved in the Music Business for over 30 years. I am pleased to see that someone has finally written with compassion and knowledge about the possibilities and pitfalls of the “business of Music”
Erik Wolf, Wolf Mastering, Nashville, TN www.wolfmastering.com
On “Eight Year Olds with Money” by Ric Taylor
Good to finally have insight available to what the Music Business is really about.
Greg Krochman, Owner Classic Ax , Guitar Builder and Repairs, Nashville, TN www.classicax.com
On “Eight Year Olds with Money” by Ric Taylor
Speaking from 30 + years in the Music Business, I can tell you that Ric Taylor’s description of life in the music industry is: Factual, and a great HOW TO guide for anyone with a desire to MAKE IT in the music business.
Joe Frates, Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Las Vegas, NV
On “Eight Year Olds with Money” by Ric Taylor
Ladies, if you are dating, in love or, married to a musician that is working on “making it” in the music business, this book is a must listen or read. You will then understand what he is going through to get there.
Chana Busbee, dating a musician that is using this book now.
On “Eight Year Olds with Money “by Ric Taylor”
There is extensive information on how the business works, and who’s in charge, and of course what it takes to make it happen. However, in every search you will find there is nothing to do with the people who can make it work, and how to get them on your side. It’s about people. Remember that. Even the players who are in control have a personal life, and you have to get into that life. You want to close the deal, find them, learn them, and find a common ground. Any other game is a waste of time.
Disk One
- Introduction
- About the Author
- Guide to the Industry
- Moving
- Relationships
- Human Nature
- Players
- Politics
- Management
- The Deal
- Business vs Music
Disk Two
- Recording
- Artwork
- Publicity
- Marketing
- The Money “Publishing”
- The Money “Recording”
- The Money “Artist”
- The Money “Touring”
- The Money “Merchandise”
- Commodities
- Writers Night
- Who you know vs What you know
- Life of the Career
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