Artist managers use contracts to manage and help the career of their talents. Becoming a successful artist manager in the music industry involves a mix of skills, education, and networking.In this video you're going to learn what to include in a management contract between the artist and the manager. One of the most important documents in the talent industry is the agreement that governs the artist (talent) and personal manager relationship. A Performance Contract is an agreement outlining the terms and conditions of a live performance. I break down the common finer points of music industry contracts explain what you're likely to see what you should negotiate for. Manager obtains Artist's consent. Find sample contracts to review. This Tour Management Agreement is a contract between an artist and a tour manager for the tour manager to provide tour management services to the artist. Tour. With between 100 million and 150 million albums sold worldwide, Genesis are one of the world's best-selling music artists.