I want to be a singer... I am in my 12th year of choir and plan on continuing it. I have worked hard and won many awards from my schools! I just don't understand why people have to pay money they probably don't have just to do something they love, when people doing it... some don't even enjoy it!! someone explain please?!
2006-09-25 13:24:46 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
You dont necessarily have to pay anything to be a singer. I mean the only investment you would probably have is time and possibly spending money for proper voice lessons and a demo tape. If you are really talended, you need to network to the proper group of people. You need to make things happen for you. Network to some good people in the industry and get a demo made. Make sure you get a demo producer that is not taking you out for the money. Good Luck.
2006-09-25 13:33:27 · answer #1 · answered by Clock Watcher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Music companies have found it is more profitable to only establish a few stars and to establish them into huge larger than life musicians. Which is why we have both Simpson sisters with major record deals and you get the shaft. But you can't blame the record companies only. The consumer makes the choice on what he/she wants and apparently that's it. Start a band or something. If you're really talented you should be able to write music, play an instrument, and sing it. Otherwise you're just a highly talented choir singer. I think the cream will generally rise to the top in anything so just work ur *** off.
2006-09-25 20:30:23 · answer #2 · answered by JonFugeEverybody! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are looking to "break into the business" you are probably going after it in the wrong direction. A reputable producer will tell you that if you are good you don't pay a cent! If you are marketable the producer will take care of everything you need with his/her own funds. Any monies they get will be from your product. Of course you pay them back, but that is eventually. If you are participating in local talent shows you have to buy an outfit; school plays you have to buy an outfit, church choir you have to buy a robe, etc. of course you will pay for these local functions. When you are dealing with REAL MONEY you don't pay up front. Try to hook up with a producer that has known clientel. You may have to leave your "hood" to do that, but if you want it you gotta jump out of your skin!
2006-09-25 20:39:36 · answer #3 · answered by CAM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I beleive thats called a payola. Thats when people pay a record company to record their album. If you think the music industry is shady try construction.
2006-09-25 20:29:27 · answer #4 · answered by Aaron A 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetheart, if you have to pay that much, you're being scammed! All you need to take is singing classes, try hard to get your talent and songs out there, and someone will take you under their label. It shouldn't cost you a WHOLE lot...
2006-09-25 20:27:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
open mic night, or find a giging band to mentor you. they'll probably let you shout a time or 2 as well. dont $h!+ when you decide to buy your mic.
quality does make a difference. believe me, i always thought marshall was just a name till i played the sheriff!!!!!!! no wonder he dont need deputies.
2006-09-25 20:56:44 · answer #6 · answered by l8ntpianist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is what I think,you will get all of your money back once you start making Cd's,and stuff like that,it's really not that bad if you really think about it.
2006-09-25 20:31:37 · answer #7 · answered by Kay Kay H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because after you pay all those seemingly pointless fees to get started, it'll all pay off when your rich and stuff.
2006-09-25 20:26:42 · answer #8 · answered by Meg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋