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Topic History of: why is it so hard to get a manager?
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GG |
I don't know that anyone could find a real manager that would not demand to be a partner.... at this point in time.
It does take an enormous amount of resources at the start and who is going to pay it?
I'm no particular fan of Lou Perlman, but he had crazy money into the backstreet boys before they saw dollar 1.
Truthfully, deep into that act anyone of those kids could have been replaced. They could not have kept going without that funding. Then they sue him for being a 1/6th partner. Of course he's not a music manager per se, yet without him they simply don't happen.
Management may be the most thankless job in our business. |
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DJKZ |
JK hit the nail on the head perfectly with his analysis of management and managers. The best person for your act is less likely to be a big name who wouldnt have time for you unless they are currently without a major act. Find someone who is a good business person and who loves you and your music. Until you find that person, wait and unfortunately DIY. |
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Martin k |
And this cost me a lot of money at the time.
One of the agencies on my ex-fringe of the business, signed most of the major acts to a management deal.
I`m not talking major money here, but up to three bands a night, suddenly working for one management company, lost me rather a lot of 15% commissions.
However, within a year, most of the bands that I knew personally, were left with less work than they had before, as other agencies/management companies would not touch them.
My manager is also my partner, and travels on most of trips we do, with us, and I would not want it any other way. Granted we are not or even likely to be a major act, but we get by, it`s like a family on the road now, and I know where every penny is. |
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Kev |
On the flip-side, a few artists I've met have already got management who are doing f*** all for them and the contracts are binding. I've walked away because as a producer I want to be sure other people are putting in as much hard work and commitment as myself.
In these situations I'd advise not to seek managment until you've got something to offer, a bit of weight on your side which will ensure you can land someone worth-while instead of being forced to take what you can.
If there's no management interest right now, maybe there's a good reason? Maybe it's actually doing you a favour in the long run? |
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Bemuso |
UB: there's a small directory in the back of the Music Managers Bible (or the MMF Guide to Pro Music Management).
My favourite music directory is the Unsigned Guide (Google it) and there's more in there - also a load of useful info.
The snag you always have with finding a manager is that the good ones are managing people, and it's very resource intensive to do it well. They tend not to have the space to do another act justice.
Sadly, it will always be easier to get a crap manager than a good one, but your quest is righteous... keep on it. |
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