James, you're right. In the mid-70's, I was asked to join a group that became big in the country field (decided not to do it, but am still good friends with all of the members, including the guy I recommended for the job they offered me). At first, they got a draw against future record royalties.Several years later, they had 2 top 10 hits, and were still living on the $175.00 a week they were guaranteed. There are STILL active lawsuits between the group and both labels they have been with, publishers and more. They NEVER could get an accurate accounting of what the charges were into their expense/promotion account.

And they tell me that things are no better today than they were almost 35 years ago.


What a shame!

Russ