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Stop Wasting Money: Avoid Music Industry Scams! B. Vaughan and Brian Onrea discuss how to navigate the music industry without falling victim to scams. They stress the importance of educating yourself about where to spend money and being wary of false promises from individuals or courses that exploit your desire to "blow up." #MusicIndustryScams #ProtectYourMoney #EducateYourself #IndependentArtists #MusicTips #ScamAwareness #SmartInvestments #MusicBusiness #ArtistSuccess #AvoidTheTraps

Check out this insightful Op-Ed on why vinyl continues to resonate with music enthusiasts. The article highlights the five core reasons behind the enduring appeal of vinyl and the impressive growth in record sales. Find out more here: https://ift.tt/6j98uA5

Social media can make those facing depression, anxiety, or other mental health struggles, feel more alone and isolated. But, the reality is that this is something that affects millions of people every day, whether or not you see it on the outside, including some of your favorite artists and athletes. Tune in to your local Audacy, Inc. station or the Audacy app tonight at 7pm local, to hear some of those stories, and be reminded that you are never alone. 🙏 #mentalhealth #talksaveslives #anxiety #depression #socialimpact #nationalsuicidepreventionmonth

I always had to work alongside being a recording artist as making music pay enough for it to become a full time career is hugely challenging. Only a small percentage of musicians and producers go on to “make it” and if you have no financial resilience or safety net, you have no choice but to work alongside trying to launch your music career. I managed a record shop alongside recording and DJing and had a sympathetic employer who was himself a musician (he was in the Darts if that rings a bell for anyone). Working class people struggle to get through the door across all of the arts, not just in music. It’s a societal-wide problem. It does not help that so few of the gatekeepers are from working class backgrounds. It’s the same in charities. 1 in 6 charity CEOs went to private school. Less than 6% of children in the UK are privately educated. So 94% of charity CEOs should come from state schools. Go figure. If you want to read more about elitism in the UK there is a great report from the Sutton Trust and the Social Mobility Commission here albeit 5 years old https://lnkd.in/em6q3TTg

This latest report from Youth Music makes for an interesting, if slightly depressing read... Social class is found above all else to influence a young person's chances of forging a career in the music industry. Those from lower income backgrounds are significantly less likely to be earning money through music than those from higher income backgrounds - even if they have both studied music at school, college or university. Not a huge surprise - lack of industry contacts, affordability of instruments and private lessons (when music facilities in schools are so severely lacking) and the fact that 86% of internships in music and the arts are unpaid (sorry, but is this even legal?), all contribute to working class kids having a much harder time of breaking through. Here's hoping that whatever happens on 4th July, there is more investment in the arts and more focus on levelling the playing field for everyone who dreams about a career in music. We can't keep expecting amazing charities like Youth Music to shoulder all the responsibility.

The Big 3 in Music: Contracts & Controversies Exposed Explore the intense battle between the biggest artists in the music industry as we dive into contract disputes and bot controversies. Discover how these top stars navigate challenges and protect their image in a billion-dollar business. #MusicIndustry #Big3Artists #ContractDisputes #Drake #TaylorSwift #Beyonce #BotControversy #MusicBusiness #ArtistRights #IndustrySecrets

If you are a Public Sector HR pro, this event is for you! We're already seeing some crazy swings in federal employment law, so it will be great to get some guidance from the experts! #GovernmentHR #PublicSector #PSHRA

Gang Violence in the Music Industry: Breaking the Cycle Discover the truth behind the misconceptions of gang affiliation in the music industry. Join the discussion as we address the impact it has on up-and-coming artists and the importance of unity. Share your thoughts in the comments below. #GangViolenceAwareness #MusicIndustryTruths #UnityOverDivision #BreakingTheCycle #UpAndComingArtists #CommunityBuilding #RapIndustryIssues #StopTheViolence #MusicIndustryUnity #SupportEachOther

Music Industry Struggles: My Hustle Story Rising music star, SPEAKER_01, shares his inspiring journey, revealing the harsh realities and challenges faced in the industry. From scams to car tows, he emphasizes the importance of resilience and hard work for success. Listen to his raw, honest account! ['#MusicIndustryStruggles', '#ArtistLife', '#ChallengesInMusic', '#HipHopJourney', '#IndependentArtist', '#MusicHustle', '#RealTalkMusic', '#BehindTheScenesMusic', '#MotivationMusic', '#SuccessStory']