Our 7th Year On The Web...

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This "Educational & Informational Music Business Site" is here
 for Beginning, Up-and-Coming, As Well As "Seasoned"
Singers, Musicians, Groups, Bands, Managers,
Songwriters, Publishers, Producers,
Production Companies, &
Indie Record Labels

"How to Get In, Survive and Succeed - Without Getting Ripped Off!™"

A New: "Ask the Professor"

Professor Pooch answers Music Biz Questions sent in by readers...

Quite often people come to me with a few specific questions - and walk out the door with even more questions about more subjects they didn't previously know existed so they could ask about them!

Naturally, the more you learn about the business, you're going to have more and more questions...

To give you a good picture of the kind of questions I get asked - which will give You more answers to things you didn't know you'd have to think or ask about - here's a long page of questions, and my answers to them, and links to more and more pages of questions and answers [archives] - and it's all Free!

7 Archived pages! [Each page at bottom links to the next page]

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A Note To Our Visitors: They say that Records and Music aren't selling... WRONG! Music is selling more than ever!!! It is just selling DIFFERENTLY. Let's face it, for example, how many Artists, Bands, etc., have you ever heard of, that aren't signed to Major Record Labels, get their records "Scanned" when they sell them at gigs and through Web Sites?

It's the Major Labels that are going to have to adjust - adjust to what the Public wants... With the advent of technology and the Internet, as a major source of product, publicity, promotion and sales, the Music Biz is changing rapidly from what the Industry had gotten used to - into a whole "New Model".

Whether you want to deal with the Majors, or would rather go with, or start an Indie Label, we're here for you. We promise to work hard at keeping you up-to-date, because, simply put - it's our "job", as Consultant to the Industry... But do remember, as the saying goes: The more things change, the more they remain the same. That is, you still have to know and be good at "The Basics".

"professorpooch.com" is all about helping people get into the never boring Music Business. No matter whether you're into the Creative and/or Business and/or the Legal side of Music, you should find plenty here to benefit you.

We work very hard to make this Web Site a positive experience: fun, useful, informative, very easy to navigate, fast - and free. Everything is written in easy-to-understand "people talk"! All the links are in the left and/or right columns, and direct you to the exact destination. By the way, there's a lot more "inside" than you think - there's a ton of free insights...

And, please don't be shy about sending in any comments you have on the site. And, if you have any questions about the Music Biz, send them in! We answer them for free on the site under the Ask the Professor link. And, if you want to take a peek into the Professor's brain, check out his "Poochisms"!

Oh... and don't forget to mention us to everyone who's into learning about, or becoming successful in...

"The Music Business"


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How To Get In, Survive & Succeed in the Music Biz -

Without Getting Ripped Off!™



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Testimonials

Mr. Spangenberg,

I just wanted to send a note - what a wonderful website you have created. You have provided encouragement in the music industry without giving false expectations.

I have forwarded your web address to several musicians who may gain a great deal of knowledge just from your site.

Sincerely,
Kerry C. Swartz
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

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What should most importantly be said about David Spangenberg is that he is a straight shooter. He tells it like it is and offers tremendous insight into "The Biz". If you are serious about the business that is perhaps the most extremely difficult business to break into in the world, then pay attention to "the Pooch". He has a lot to offer to help you arm yourself for that most difficult task. Trust in Pooch!

Jim Gallagher
[Grammy Nominated Former Chief Engineer, Sigma Sound Studios, Philadelphia + Engineer for many others including Stevie Wonder for 2 years.]

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This is one fabulous site. I even learned from it. Here's to you Pooch!

professorpooch.com is a measure of Pooch's skill as a musician's best friend. As a music educator, a songwriter and his knowledge about all aspects of music and the music business, makes this site so compelling. He has definitely crafted an artful educational site for all those interested in the music business. He is a definite asset to the music business!

David Eisenberg
Entertainment Attorney
San Francisco, CA.

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Professor Pooch has developed an indepth exploration of the ever changing music business in all aspects. With his ability to share with anyone, seasoned or the novice, interested in the music business, he also adds wit and humor with cartoon images and graphics giving it more life and interest than any site I have fallen upon. Once you get to the site, you will be coming back for more. The site is absolutely fascinating and educational. Just an indication of the breadth of his talents.

Joe Mioriello
Prof. of the Arts
Las Vegas, NV.

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