There are loads of careers in the music industry - performing, writing, producing, engineering, working in numerous different roles in the record industry. These are some useful links to take you in the right direction.
How To Guides on all aspects of music industry
Showcase International Music Book This is a phone directory for the music industry, listing thousands of record, publishing and other companies. You may find that your library has a copy. Or buy it for £55 from: Phone: 020 8977 7711
E-mail: orders@showcase-music.com
Music Industry Manual Specialising in dance music and DJing, this directory lists nightclub venues, equipment, labels, shops, distributors, promotors studios and more. It covers the UK and international. It is the bible for DJs and dance producers.
Music Week Directory Music Week is the trade publication for the UK Music Industry. Each year it publishes a directory listing thousands of useful contacts in every area of the business. It costs £55 but it's free to subscribers, so your local library may have a copy. Or call 01858 438893.
Although concentrating on North West England, this directory contains extensive national listings for record companies, publishing companies, venues, management, media and training. It's priced at £30 and tailored towards unsigned artists. T: 0161 907 0029
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MusicLeader, a UK-wide Youth Music initiative providing access to training and development for music leaders and project managers at every stage of their career. Register free online for further benefits.
