Why a Toledo-based music law blog? I say, Why not? Granted,
this isn’t NYC, LA or Austin, but Toledo has contributed musicians to the
worlds of jazz (Art Tatum and Jon Hendricks) and rock (Gary Louris), not to
mention one of today’s hottest EDM exports (Wes Quinonez performing as Le
Youth). And yes, many names could have been mentioned just as easily.
Some local players move on to bigger markets, but return to
Toledo for homecoming shows and special events. Others play locally, but take
off on periodic tours for weeks, or months, at a time. Through digital
distribution, local artists can sell their tracks world-wide. We have a
symphony. There is college-level music education, community college music
technology programs, and Toledo School for The Arts. Our scene includes
buskers, house concerts, clubs, theaters and concert halls. In my own circle of
local friends and acquaintances, I am proud to know several musicians that
support themselves solely by playing (or more precisely, by being paid to play)
music. We still have independent record stores! In short, the business of music
is alive and well right here in Toledo.
Check back periodically for updates on trends
and legal developments impacting local Ohio artists, venues and promoters. Potential
topics include performing rights societies (BMI, ASCAP, SESAC), revenue streams
for musicians, etc. Leave a comment, or if you need guidance on a specific
issue, send me an email.
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