The world is full of countless musicians, singers and emerging talent who desire to pursue a music career, but don't know where or how to begin. BREAKING INTO THE MUSIC BUSINESS AS A LOCAL INDIE ARTIST quickly places you in an immersive experience within your local music economy as you gain knowledge, confidence and self-empowerment. BREAKING INTO THE MUSIC BUSINESS AS A LOCAL INDIE ARTIST speaks to developing and experienced music artists in an easily digestible three part format. From a virtual over-the-shoulder vantage point, readers gain insight on a wide range of music career development topics including, DEVELOPING A MARKETABLE ACT, FINDING YOUR MARKET, PRICING YOUR PERFORMANCES, LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICTS, LOCAL ARTS AND TOURISM, SOCIAL MEDIA, DEVELOPING YOUR IMAGE AND BRAND and much more. WHAT'S INSIDE THIS BOOK Section One: Pricing Your Performances Working With Prospects and Clients Section Three: Taking Your Act to the Stage AUTHOR QUOTE: As a musician and musician's advocate, I know first-hand that life for the indie music artist isn't for the faint of heart. I've always been a firm believer in sharing knowledge, and very passionate when it comes to the woes and concerns of those who view music as a career objective. These are the very reasons I decided to develop the series. -Maurice Johnson - Musician / Author / Motivationalist"