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Study Notes
Introduction
- The Live Music Business: Management and Production of Concerts and Festivals
- Third Edition by Andy Reynolds
- Book dedicated to the study and management of live music concerts and festivals
Chapter 3: Booking Agents
- Booking agents find paid engagements (film, TV, radio).
- Agents secure shows or tours for bands, singers, or DJs.
- Booking agents don't organise or produce shows themselves.
- They work with artists (and managers) and concert promoters.
- Booking Agents negotiate performance fees based on projected ticket sales.
- Agents create contracts between promoters and artists.
- Promoters pay a deposit (often 50% of the negotiated fee) before the concert.
- Agents collect revenue from ticket sales, deposits, and performance fees.
- Booking agents' role has evolved in the digital age (post-Napster).
- Agents now connect with artists and representatives (A&R, publishers, lawyers).
- Booking agents earn a commission (typically 10% for standard or rock, pop, and alternative acts, 15% for DJs).
- No UK regulation for the precise commission rate, but 10% is typical for traditional artists.
Booking Agents' Earnings
- Booking agents earn commissions based on their client (artist)'s gross income from performance .
- The commission percentage is negotiated by the booking agent.
- Commission percentages are commonly set at 10% for contemporary live music and 15% for DJ performance.
Regulations for Booking Agents
- Booking agents in the US are regulated by state legislatures and entertainment unions.
- Some US states require booking agents to be licensed and pay bonds, sometimes as much as $50,000 to trade as booking agents.
- Specific US entertainment unions (AFM and SAG-AFTRA) will require licensing .
- UK booking agents must adhere to the “Employment Agency Act 1973” and “The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.”
- These regulations prevent agencies from charging for photographs or registration fees.
Agreements and Contracts
- Booking agents typically operate with a handshake agreement (no contract) in the UK.
- US agents have contracts with their clients based on the agreements between the union, the artist, and the booking agent.
- Agent contracts outline duties and responsibilities, including: commission rates, territories, terms, taxation, work permits / visas, and travel.
Commission Rates and Payment Schedule
- A commission rate of 10% of gross performance fees is a standard in most live music.
- Agents can be responsible for tasks that aren't directly related to live performance - for instance film and TV endorsements.
Territory
- Booking agents often require exclusivity in a territory (e.g., North America).
- Booking agents may need different booking agents for different territories, based on demand.
Taxation
- Booking agents must advise clients on local and international taxation issues related to live performance fees.
Work Permits and Visas
- Booking agents assist with work permits and visas for artists performing internationally.
- Obtaining permits and visas is a time-consuming and costly process.
Opening for Other Artists
- An artist can open for an established act as a way to gain experience and exposure to a wider audience.
- Booking a support act involves detailed arrangements including dates, venues, and financial terms.
- There may be a clear plan in place, helping the band get recognition.
Headlining Club Shows
- Club shows (400–1000 capacity) are a common way for new artists to build a following and gain experience.
- Establishing a profile with headlining club shows makes it possible for an artist to earn a living from their music.
College Circuit
- Colleges and universities offer new artists a stage to build their brand.
- The agent/manager must liaise with college departments and/or college music agencies, finding suitable dates and times, and deciding on ticket prices that balance promoter and artist finances.
- The age of the target audience can affect price and venue.
Festival Slots
- Booking festival slots, with their large audiences, can boost an artist's profile.
- Agents deal with promoters two years ahead of the festival .
- Some contracts stipulate no competition (radius clauses) for the artists at a certain locale.
Showcases
- Showcases put artists in front of music industry professionals and tastemakers.
- A manager would create a showcase event and invite record industry representatives to observe the band.
Identifying Times for Performance
- Availability of the artist and featured artists is a crucial factor in determining tour dates.
- The artist's availability for recording releases and other activities must be considered.
Other Outgoing Deals
- Booking agents make outgoing deals for festival appearances and opening slots.
- Negotiating deals with promoters involves time, skill, and expertise.
Initiating the Deal
- The deal is defined as the financial and contractual terms of an artist's performance.
- The booking agent initiates negotiations from two primary positions: either responding to a promoter's request or by proactively approaching suitable promoters for an artist.
Example of an In/Out Deal
- Specific examples demonstrating the negotiation process involved in arranging live performance deals are now included.
YouTubers
- Musicians who have fame through YouTube are increasingly touring and able to secure shows with mid-scale venue capacities.
Gross Potential
- Gross potential is the total potential income, calculated (capacity x price per ticket).
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Explore the vital role of booking agents in the live music business in this quiz based on Chapter 3 of 'The Live Music Business' by Andy Reynolds. Learn about their duties, negotiation processes, and how the industry has evolved in the digital age. Test your knowledge of how booking agents secure gigs and earn commissions.
