Music Veteran's New Book Explains ABC's of Entertainment Industry

New York, NY--You'll never make it in the music world if you don't understand the business basics of the fiercely competitive industry, everything from trademarks to the importance of “branding." That's the message of “Learning the ABC's of the Music Business: A Guide to Getting Started," by Jennifer Lang, a singer, songwriter, producer and entrepreneur with 10 years of music industry experience.

“My music fuses an old school sensibility with R&B sounds, but my book is aimed at music industry newcomers and hopefuls whatever their genre," said Lang, who's garnered up-tempo reviews from magazines like Billboard and launched her own label, J-Lynne Records. “I have a passion for my music, but I also approach music as a business. My book shares the business tools that have been key to my success and the success of my many colleagues."

“Learning the ABC's of the Music Business" explores lots of hot topics, like how to sell CDs without a record contract and how to get your music on download sites like Apple iTunes and Musicmatch.com. But it also delves into important but seemingly mundane subjects--taxes, licenses, hiring business managers and lawyers--that creative types often shy from.

Lang graduated from the University of Arkansas, where she attended on a music scholarship, before settling in New York. She's worked as a session vocalist and a TV host in addition to writing and recording her own songs, including “So I Say To You," a single from her new album, “Just A Lang Thang." Praised by Billboard magazine for its “amble soul," the song is being promoted through online radio and syndicated radio networks.

Lang, whose business ventures also include selling gifts and clothes online, is available for media interviews. To purchase “Learning the ABC's of the Music Business" at the special price of a $29.95, visit http://www.MusicBusinessABC.com. #