Christine Santelli

Emerging Musicians, Essentials, Established Musicians, Music and Reviews

Tips For Music Placement

No Comments 04 February 2012

Here are some tips for getting your music placed in TV shows, films, and other media: The best title for a song is the one that describes the song, not a new-agey title; A song must quickly evoke a mood or feeling; Always have an instrumental version available; Songs written and sung by female song [...]

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jackson browne

Music and Reviews, Videos and Podcasts

Jackson Browne Occupy Wall Steet

No Comments 04 February 2012

Jackson Browne and Dawes debut a new song at Occupy Wall Street. Video.

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Bob Geldof

Emerging Musicians, Music and Reviews

Boldness has power, magic, and genius

No Comments 04 February 2012

I should have posted this long ago but here it is.  Bob Geldof’s SXSW 2011 keynote address on St. Patrick’s Day.  He talks about musicians today not taking chances, not making statements.  He called it “continental navel gazing.” Musicians are the people who can comment on society.  Ask questions.  Shine light on issues.  With all [...]

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mumford & sons

Music and Reviews, Music Industry News

Mumford & Sons – Is it the money?

2 Comments 24 May 2011

$325 million dollars can certainly go a long way to make any band famous.

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single

Emerging Musicians, Music and Reviews

Focus on Singles not LPs

No Comments 06 April 2011

In the time it takes to complete a seriously good full-length album an artist could easily release two solid three-song EPs or a number of singles with remixes that help reach an audience that may never have heard your band. A great single release will get good blog coverage, is right for a low budget video, and perfect for the podcaster.

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friday

Music and Reviews

The Heart and Soul of “Friday”

No Comments 06 April 2011

Why is Friday, the Rebecca Black sensation, and some might say the worst song they have ever heard, so damn catchy? He tapped a song structure that’s embedded in our minds, one that’s been the foundation of dozens, even hundreds of hit records over the last half a century.

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The Scene L.E.S.

Music and Reviews, News, Videos and Podcasts

The Scene: L.E.S. Coming Soon!

No Comments 06 April 2011

Check out soon a new reality TV show from Jimmy Lloyd Productions, host and producer of Jimmy Lloyd's Songwriter Showcase airing on NBC, is on its way to you soon. The show captures the passion, drive, struggle and soul of song writers. The competition and pain that goes into making a name for yourself. Check out the trailer here.

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das rascist

Music and Reviews

Brooklyn Bands at SXSW

1 Comment 10 March 2011

Check out these great Brooklyn bands while at SXSW this year.

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sxsw music

Music and Reviews, Music Industry News

SXSW 2011 Showcasing Acts

No Comments 24 February 2011

SXSW is has announced the third round of 2011 Showcasing Acts! Which ones are you going to be checking out? Which ones should I be checking out? Comment and let everyone know who your favorite act is.

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Super Bowl Commercials Music Licensing

Legal Issues, Music and Reviews

Super Bowl Music Licensing

No Comments 10 February 2011

Super Bowl XLV Was A Great Place To Have Your Music Heard In TV Commercials. There was so much music in commercials, it was amazing. These days, music licensing in TV is one of the bright spots in the music business. I made a list of the songs I heard and was able to identify and write down. There may have been a few more, but I caught most of them.

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Casey Benjamin

Music and Reviews

Winter Jazz Fest 2011 Slideshow

1 Comment 09 January 2011

Slideshow from an incredible Winter Jazz Fest January 2011 featuring Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Chris Dave and Casey Benjamin of The Experiment, Tia Fuller, Mimi Jones, Chelsea Baratz and Maurice Brown, Solomon Dorsey and Marcus Strickland.

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Welcome to The Jazz Lawyer Blog.

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Look for regular posts on the latest developments, deals, and news in the music industry. Articles are categorized under "Essentials" (the nuts and bolts of the music business); "Emerging Musicians" (what unknowns need to know to get started and build a following), and; "Established Musicians" (what veterans of the music business need to know to be successful in this new business landscape).

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