The Apple Tree - 20. Chapter 20

That is such a one sided contract since  Tony's own written songs were out there I think they could have found another record company willing to go with different conditions.It used to be the norm for record companies to select songs for the artists like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin but when the Beatles came along and they wrote their own songs that started to change.Two albums a year was common in the sixties and seventies until some artists with some leverage told the record companies 'You'll get it when it's done".Two albums a year today is almost  more rare these days but not unheard of.

Here's a thought  record one of Tony's concerts for kids at the hospital and then make and sell a DVD for charity something to do with kids.

Stardom carries some awefull people, the studio managers are money hounds without any care for the artist , I am glad that they are going to go at it by themselves, the shack has become a sanctuary for them

1 hour ago, weinerdog said:

That is such a one sided contract since  Tony's own written songs were out there I think they could have found another record company willing to go with different conditions.It used to be the norm for record companies to select songs for the artists like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin but when the Beatles came along and they wrote their own songs that started to change.Two albums a year was common in the sixties and seventies until some artists with some leverage told the record companies 'You'll get it when it's done".Two albums a year today is almost  more rare these days but not unheard of.

Here's a thought  record one of Tony's concerts for kids at the hospital and then make and sell a DVD for charity something to do with kids.

Where were you when I wrote this story?  There are only a few chapters left. I did do a little research but I'm not that familiar with the artistic side.

Refreshing to read of those giving back to the world unselfishly and expecting or wanting nothing in return. The priceless reward is knowing you made someone else happy. The investments of a lifetime. 

2 minutes ago, mikedup said:

Stardom carries some awefull people, the studio managers are money hounds without any care for the artist , I am glad that they are going to go at it by themselves, the shack has become a sanctuary for them

Yes, so it seems.  Money is an excellent motivator 

Just now, Chris L said:

Refreshing to read of those giving back to the world unselfishly and expecting or wanting nothing in return. The priceless reward is knowing you made someone else happy. The investments of a lifetime. 

And a smile is the payment for a lifetime

The music business is full of unscrupulous, no good vermin!!! Tell 'em to go jump in a lake!!!!

"Tony, your agent will begin to pressure you to sign another contract before your current contract is up. Don't sign anything till I tell you it's ok. Under the provisions of the current contract, you are obligated to make two albums a year and they have the right to select the music. I'll make sure that any new contract will not contain any requirements and that you have the sole choice of music. They might not like it and in fact, they won't like it, but we have an ace up our sleeve, the music department's recording studio. We could build our own and the public will like you just as much. From now on you sign nothing without my approval." 

31 minutes ago, drsawzall said:

The music business is full of unscrupulous, no good vermin!!! Tell 'em to go jump in a lake!!!!

"Tony, your agent will begin to pressure you to sign another contract before your current contract is up. Don't sign anything till I tell you it's ok. Under the provisions of the current contract, you are obligated to make two albums a year and they have the right to select the music. I'll make sure that any new contract will not contain any requirements and that you have the sole choice of music. They might not like it and in fact, they won't like it, but we have an ace up our sleeve, the music department's recording studio. We could build our own and the public will like you just as much. From now on you sign nothing without my approval." 

Yea, money hungry vultures. There is a price to pay for fame, some are willing to pay and some will take their chance on their own or with a loving partner. Let's see what Jim has up his sleeve

The way the music company, or agents are using him make me almost glad that I only ever sang in the church choir. You hear, so many stories like this where the agent or the manager as ripped the artist off or tied them into contract so tight that they never make any money for themselves. So glad Tony has our hero in his corner. Making the singer only sing the songs they want is so wrong in so many different ways. If the talent in there then it needs nurturing and encouraging. Still waiting for my CD... the ladies in my shop would just love to have him come in and song to them.

13 hours ago, Kev said:

The way the music company, or agents are using him make me almost glad that I only ever sang in the church choir. You hear, so many stories like this where the agent or the manager as ripped the artist off or tied them into contract so tight that they never make any money for themselves. So glad Tony has our hero in his corner. Making the singer only sing the songs they want is so wrong in so many different ways. If the talent in there then it needs nurturing and encouraging. Still waiting for my CD... the ladies in my shop would just love to have him come in and song to them.

I bet, but I think they prefer to seeing you.  Maybe you should sing to them. 

20 hours ago, weinerdog said:

That is such a one sided contract since  Tony's own written songs were out there I think they could have found another record company willing to go with different conditions.It used to be the norm for record companies to select songs for the artists like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin but when the Beatles came along and they wrote their own songs that started to change.Two albums a year was common in the sixties and seventies until some artists with some leverage told the record companies 'You'll get it when it's done".Two albums a year today is almost  more rare these days but not unheard of.

Here's a thought  record one of Tony's concerts for kids at the hospital and then make and sell a DVD for charity something to do with kids.

I read a story on another site (I am currently reading it for the 4th time, I love this story so much!) where the central characters are a rock star and his entertainment lawyer rep.  They are introduced by the star’s brother and (of course) rockets go off!   I think I actually may have found it from a side comment from @Carlos Hazday.
 

One of the things I like about the story is the detailed explanation of the background of the entertainment industry.  Not only does the lawyer explain their personal relationship, but he explains how the industry works, contracts work and even what it can be like on tour! The author is quite detailed and really opened my eyes to some of the garbage that can go on from the recording companies’ side.  You can just know that whatever is in the story, it’s actually much worse in reality.  In the story, like the Beatles, when he finally was able to get out of all the contracts, the singer actually started recording on his own label (to his great advantage)!  The only thing he lost from that were the platinum records when his sales set records (his partner solved this by making their own!).

3 minutes ago, Clancy59 said:

I read a story on another site (I am currently reading it for the 4th time, I love this story so much!) where the central characters are a rock star and his entertainment lawyer rep.  They are introduced by the star’s brother and (of course) rockets go off!   I think I actually may have found it from a side comment from @Carlos Hazday.
 

One of the things I like about the story is the detailed explanation of the background of the entertainment industry.  Not only does the lawyer explain their personal relationship, but he explains how the industry works, contracts work and even what it can be like on tour! The author is quite detailed and really opened my eyes to some of the garbage that can go on from the recording companies’ side.  You can just know that whatever is in the story, it’s actually much worse in reality.  In the story, like the Beatles, when he finally was able to get out of all the contracts, the singer actually started recording on his own label (to his great advantage)!  The only thing he lost from that were the platinum records when his sales set records (his partner solved this by making their own!).

IMaybe I should have read that story before I wrote mine. I would guess the author either knew someone or had done some exhaustive research. 

6 minutes ago, CLJobe said:

IMaybe I should have read that story before I wrote mine. I would guess the author either knew someone or had done some exhaustive research. 

That was definitely my impression.