Management Contract Music Artist With Highest Net Worth In Wayne
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Lil Wayne's long-time manager Cortez Bryant recently sat down for an interview with @shoredrive's Andrew Barber where he revealed that they're working on bringing all of the rapper's mixtapes to streaming services.
After rampant speculation about a bidding war for his services, Drake appears to have finalized a “mega-deal” with Universal Music Group that could net him upwards of $400 million when all is said and done.
Lil Wayne Sells His Masters to Universal Music Group for Over $100 Million.
Jay-Z Helped Lil Wayne Clear His $14 Million Tax Debt With The IRS, WHO CARES ABOUT A SUPERBOWL?
List of largest music catalog acquisitions YearArtistApprox deal 2024 Michael Jackson $600 million 2021 Bruce Springsteen $550–500 million 2020 Bob Dylan $400–300 million 2022 Phil Collins Genesis $300 million6 more rows
The common average rate we've observed is around 15%, but it can differ depending on the scope and specific needs of an artist. The scale of some careers, for example, requires a business manager and a "normal" manager to collaborate, separating the business side from the career strategy.
Music Management Contracts Explained Most managers receive a percentage of the artist's gross income, typically between 15-30 percent.
Many artist management contracts have an initial term of 1-3 years with options to extend for further periods. That's basically the standard term these days, but it could be longer, or possibly even shorter in some situations. Consider the pros and cons of short vs long term.
Comments Section Networking: Attend industry events, music conferences, and shows to meet people in the industry. Research: Look for managers who work with artists in your genre and have a track record of success. Referrals: Ask fellow musicians and industry contacts for recommendations.
Commission Rates As a general rule, managers take a percentage of all income generated by the artist in exchange for their management services. Commission rates typically range from 15-25% of the artist's gross income from: Recording royalties: Sales, streaming and licensing of recorded music.
