Author Archives: Quinton J Sheer Esq.

About Quinton J Sheer Esq.

Providing legal solutions and strategies for Entertainers and Athletes. I am not just a lawyer. I am an educator seeking to teach, to protect, and hopefully, to inspire those around me to follow their own dreams.

How to Be Your Own Agent and Other Tough Love Advice for the Motivationally Challenged Musician.

Posted on May 17, 2013

We’ve read the stories. We’ve dreamed the dreams. And we’ve wondered, ‘how do I get to play stadiums filled with breasts that let me drink Jagermeister off of them?’ Sure, we all know it takes hard work and luck to … Continue reading →

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A Musician’s Guide to Retirement: From Their Day Jobs

Posted on April 12, 2013

By Quinton J Sheer, Esq. The secret to a successful music career is free, easily available, and most artists want nothing to do with it. That statement is surmised from many industry professionals sharing that the questions they get asked … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Getting Off the Couch

Posted on January 31, 2013

THE BENEFITS OF GETTING OFF THE COUCH By Quinton J Sheer, Esq. I’ve always loved going to see independent music shows. I get to hang with friends, meet new people, and hear some good tunes. But all too often regular … Continue reading →

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WWDMD? Or What We Can Learn from Orlando’s Jam Band Scene

Posted on January 31, 2013

THEY’RE STILL ON THE COUCH!!?? Music fans’ awareness of shows has never been higher – with social networking event posts, evites, and tour apps. And can you tell me why my Google calendar has imported every single event by every … Continue reading →

Posted in Beyond The Bars | Tagged a&r, dave mann, funkus, indie music, jam bands, jambando, music advice, music festivals, music management | 2 Comments

Size Matters – So Put on a Good Show

Posted on November 2, 2012

TIPS AND THOUGHTS REGARDING STAGE SHOWS FOR LOCAL AND TOURING BANDS BY Quinton J Sheer, Esq. A confetti cannon to the face can sure ruin a good night of local music. Live shows are a chance for a band to … Continue reading →

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Not All Music Placement Services Are Created Equal.

Posted on August 6, 2012

With the traditional A&R services of a label as common as the great Florida skunk-ape there have been many new independent and corporate run businesses that have popped up to fill the void. They can run from hands off online … Continue reading →

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GET THAT GIG…GET IT!

Posted on June 26, 2012

Old News But Bad News: The dream of getting a major record deal, complete with a million dollars and free drugs, is a thing of the past for all but a handful of artists. The Good News: With that dream … Continue reading →

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THE BUSINESS ETIQUETTE OF THE ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS

Posted on May 24, 2012

There’s a time and a place to let that freak flag fly and if that place is not onstage or in front of a camera, it’s not the right place. All societies and groups have unwritten rules for properly interacting … Continue reading →

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The Florida Music Festival: What to Know Before You Go. (Part II)

Posted on April 10, 2012

Networking is Not an N Word It’s not a bad thing. Nothing to be afraid of. It sounds stuffy but really means “saying hello with beer.” Understand that you will learn far more at a music conference than you … Continue reading →

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The Florida Music Festival: What to Know Before You Go.

Posted on March 27, 2012

Music festivals and conferences are a necessary tool for every artists looking to build a fan base and make important friends. But all music conferences are not the same. Before you pack the van (or in this case walk) there … Continue reading →

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