The
Musician's Handbook: Quotes About The Book
"An
exceptionally well-written, thorough, and competent legal and business
book for an author who is a non-attorney. Bobby's book is extremely valuable
for anyone trying to understand the music business."
- Peter Paterno
The Law Offices of King, Holmes, Paterno & Berliner
representing Metallica, Dr. Dre, and Pearl Jam
"The
music business is full of minefields. The Musician's Handbook helps steer
you through them in a way that lets you enjoy the journey. It's packed
with valuable information you'll use time and again."
- Don Gorder
Chairman of The Music Business/Management Department
Berklee College of Music
"I reviewed
your book last night and have decided to use it with my Music Business
class beginning with the new semester in October (2003). I will give the
information to our book store and they will order the designated copies."
- Kenny Kerner
Director/Music Business Program
Musicians Institute (www.mi.edu)
"Although
there are many books dealing with the music business, The Musician's Handbook
has a special and important perspective-that of the working musician."
- Mark Goldstein
Senior VP of Business Affairs, Warner Bros. Records
"In
this day and age, it's irresponsible for an artist to enter the music
industry without having a grasp of the business. The Musician's Handbook
should be required reading by all industry neophytes."
- Steve Vai
Internationally renown guitarist
"If
you're even thinking about pursuing a career in music (or wondering why
it hasn't turned out as expected), The Musician's Handbook is a necessity."
- Jen Frisvold
Managing Editor, Performing Songwriter
"There's
only so much information about the music business that you can absorb
at one time. The Musician's Handbook does a great job of summing it up
clearly and concisely."
- Ian Copeland
Talent agent to Sting, The Police, and No Doubt
"Thoughtful,
insightful, sobering and -- above all -- useful insights and advice for
anyone in need of a roadmap through the tangled jungle that is the music
industry."
- Mark Nardone
Senior Editor, Music Connection
"The
cliché is sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, but it takes knowledge, information,
wisdom, and a genuine love for music to truly survive and thrive in the
music industry. The Musician's Handbook resonates that and so much more."
- Carmine Rojas
Music Director/bassist for Rod Stewart &
David Bowie
"Bobby
Borg knows about rock 'n' roll because he's been in the trenches. He doesn't
theorize-he's lived it . . . It's a refreshing change to learn about the
music business without feeling like your reading a textbook."
- Gerry Gittelson
Music critic/Los Angeles Daily News
"loaded
with real-life, honest, and candid anecdotes and interviews with top industry
professionals. Musicians need to get this book. A must read!"
- Bill Zildjian
VP & Head of Research Development & Artist Relations
Sabian Cymbal Company
"Knowledge
is power. Without it, even the best music by the most talented musicians
will fall on deaf ears, which is why The Musician's Handbook is so valuable.
The wisdom to be gained by reading this comprehensive, easy-to-understand
book will help musicians position themselves to have a successful career
in the music business."
- Gerry Bryant
Secretary of the Board of Directors of California Lawyers for the Arts
"If
you can read this sentence, you are already more than qualified to be
an international rock superstar. If you can read this book, you might
even get your music into the record stores and make some money off of
it."
- Mike Inez
Bassist for The Ozzy Osbourne Band, Alice in Chains
"Trust
is good, but control is better. Good information is key to taking control
of your career, and that's what The Musician's Handbook offers. It's a
necessity for any recording artist serious about advancing his or her
music career."
- Tess Taylor
President/National Association of Record Industry Professionals
"...reminds
aspiring musicians and veterans alike that 'music business' is actually
two separate words -'music' and 'business'."
- Mark L. Heater
American Federation of Musicians Division of Touring Theaters
Booking Agent Agreements and Immigration Matters
"The
information in this book is worth its weight in gold; it can mean the
difference between succeeding or failing in the music business. This book
is a must-read!"
- Dina LaPolt
LaPolt Law, P.C.
"I'm
not saying that you'll fail miserably and die penniless and alone if you
don't read Bobby's book, but why take the chance?"
- David Darling
Producer (Boxing Gandhis/Brian Setzer/Meredith
Brooks)
"...An
invaluable layman's guide to the music industry."
- Randy Castillo
Drummer for Ozzy Osbourne and Motley Crue
[Note: Randy tragically died
after endorsing an earlier edition of this book]
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