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