So you’re a solo artist, Band, Entertainer…
Now what?
Anyone can book you and take your money in this world
At TruNorth we want to sharpen your skills to think about your career with a view directed toward longevity.
You can spend your whole life being a musician and wonder why some of your colleagues are living in big houses and living the sweet life! You deserve to take your life and God given talent to the highest level. With our tools and teaching, you can learn the “what to do’s” and “what not to do’s” about the music world.
There are 3 types of people in this world…
People who Let things happen.
2. People who watch things happen.
3. People who make things happen
12 steps TO beginning A MUSIC CAREER
Start with the right makeup of musicians that have similar goals
Don’t do it for the fame. Have fun and enjoy the journey
Love what you write and be original
Invest in your career early on and run it like a professional business
Make a great first impression. Work hard and prepare
Don’t focus on others success. Focus on what YOU are doing
Be open to COVERS and multiple styles and be the MMA of your craft because knowledge is power
Save your money. The fact is that money comes and goes so think about longevity
Realize the best possible content. Be patient. Sometimes you get one arrow to shoot to kill
Remember why you started. Sometimes when you get to where you’re dreaming you forget the 13 yr old you that would’ve done it for fun and free. The music world can make you forget the magic so stay humble and stay hungry
Don’t sign the first deal or opportunity. Better ones will come to you!
Always stay healthy and remember we are a business and we are selling ourselves! attitude and looks are very important in the music world. it’s a very hard pill to swallow but the music business hears with its eyes and ears in today’s entertainment climate.
Youth is not forever so it’s how you raise your future as a band or entertainer, solo artist, whatever your talent and craft is. we care and nurture your artistry. We want you to be successful and have the benefits & education of how to maintain your survival so when you’re retired you can look back at your catalogue and revel in its marvelous view.