Robert Reynolds is an attorney concentrating in entertainment and copyright law with the Las Vegas firm of Callister & Reynolds. Among the clients he represents are The Killers, Louie XIV and Ryan Shupe and the Rubber Band.
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Robert Reynolds is an attorney concentrating in entertainment and copyright law with the Las Vegas firm of Callister & Reynolds. Among the clients he represents are The Killers, Louie XIV and Ryan Shupe and the Rubber Band.
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Robert Reynolds discusses the things to look for in a manager. When you start out the most important assets are the contacts and connections your manager builds. As you become bigger your manager needs to be organized, on top of things and run the band's business. When selecting a manager make sure they have the experience and time in their schedule to handle your band. Mr. Reynolds also discusses how to make it. He states that young, attractive bands have a better chance at success as well as the ability to write songs that appeal to people and possibly the ability to emulate bands that are already popular.

Robert Reynolds discusses how he scouts for new artists. He explains the first steps are finding bands that exhibit good song writing, vocalization and instrumentation. Additional considerations include judging the bands ability to eventually sign with a major label and whether they will get radio play time.

Robert Reynolds discusses how the artist achieves success. He defines success in the music business as making enough money to make a living and working with artists you enjoy. He stresses that a good education and business knowledge are a part of the formula. He also comments that the positions most needed in the industry are those that expose people to a wider variety of music, such as radio.

Robert Reynolds shares his opinion concerning a lawyer's role in getting a band signed. Reynolds also shares his thoughts on the do's and dont's of submitting a press kit a label.