A new book explains how we got to our age of giant culture companies shaking down artists, why it matters to the rest of us, and what we can do about it.
Even 25 years ago, when I was dating a famous musician (as you'll recall, Brad) who was in a band of four people, it was explained to me that the band made no money off of album sales, and out the money they did make from performing, half went to the venue and ticketers, 10% went to management, and the members of the band were left with 10% each from each gig. I wonder what their percentages are down to now...
Even 25 years ago, when I was dating a famous musician (as you'll recall, Brad) who was in a band of four people, it was explained to me that the band made no money off of album sales, and out the money they did make from performing, half went to the venue and ticketers, 10% went to management, and the members of the band were left with 10% each from each gig. I wonder what their percentages are down to now...