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The following excerpt was taken from the book
“Don’t Get Taken – Take Control,
12 Things Every Musician Needs to Know”
written by my friend Tom Sabella of Page2 Management.
If you are seriously considering a career in the music industry,
I highly recommend you get a copy of this book.

Chapter 3: Building Relationships

It’s Not Only What [...]

Why do I need a direct box  if I can plug my guitar directly into a mixer with no problems? We’re glad you asked! It’s easy to ignore DI’s, but they play a vital role in the recording process, both in the studio and especially in live recording. There are several different types of direct [...]

What have you learned about the music business that was a surprise?

I think when you get started in the music business everything’s a surprise. I was really fortunate growing up in New Orleans. I mean I was extremely fortunate! I had no idea how fortunate I was until I moved to upstate New York, [...]

What have you learned about the music business that has surprised you?
Nothing surprises me anymore. The way the business goes now I’ve learned not to be surprised. Like I say, right from my first days when I got to New York – studios were gone, live playing was just about nil. But I got to [...]

Doc Christian gives advice on how to not just BE good, buth how to DO good in this business.

With playing credits including Liza Minelli, Debbie Reynolds, Charles Mingus, Bob Mintzer, David Bowie, Roberta Flack, George Benson, and Nancy Wilson…….a better question to ask is who hasn’t Al Regni played with? Al is currently an adjunct professor at Virginia Commonwealth University. It was truly an honor to interview this world- renowned master musician.
How [...]

Doc Christian is a nationally known radio host, producer and musician. Doc shares with us his journey through the entertainment business on his way to becoming an on-air personality and producer.