Testimonials

Jeri Goldstein has appeared at the Cutting Edge Music Business Conference in New Orleans on a number of occasions. On each occasion that we have had Jeri Goldstein as a panelist or presenter, she has provided enlightening, up-to-date information for those aspiring and professional musicians that want to gain control of their careers and be successful in the today's entertainment business.

I have attended several of Jeri Goldstein's workshops including, The Art of Marketing Yourself, and The Art of Negotiation. Ms. Goldstein's workshops are thorough, well organized and well presented, packed with innovative ideas and strategies for artists at varying stages in their careers.

As the Commission works to build organizational capacity among Tennessee presenting organizations and support for Tennessee artists, we know Jeri Goldstein can address both the questions and the answers and do so in a way that everyone will understand. When planning a conference that includes technical assistance about presenting, we use Jeri not only to lead workshops and general discussion groups but always schedule individual consultation time with participants...and everyone comes away singing her praises. She has achieved a national reputation based on practical knowledge, common sense, and the ability to relate to any audience.

I have used this book in courses that I teach. This book is well written, and well thought out. It has a pragmatic focus that identifies the steps needed for an artist/band to present themselves professionally. If you are experienced, the resource guides at the end of every chapter are worth the price. The book's perspective is for a musician or band and is delivered by organizing and presenting the nuts and bolts of content and process. There are no shortcuts. This is a great reference to measure your needs, as well as a basic process on how to get it done. Interestingly, I am aware that both career development View Full →

How To Be Your Own Booking Agent by Jeri Goldstein is the best personal and highly professional tour guide in book format, on the market for career musicians, written by someone who has all the necessary credentials and expertise as an agent herself. Every detail of the booking process is shared in a very understandable, readable language. There are many forms and suggested steps to follow for each necessary process. Here are excerpts of many of the topics you’ll master: Cold calls; Promo package and an EPK; Negotiation techniques & types of deals; Tour budget & contract forms; Local, regional, and national tours & the types of venues & concerts View Full →

I think Jeri Goldstein wrote How to be your own booking agent for folks like me who fell into booking bands. After I read it from cover to cover I began using it as a reference manual and it has helped me keep The Medicine Men booked consistently. I highly recommend this book for bands that are beginning to play out and for seasoned vets with a few miles under their belts.

Jeri Goldstein doesn't miss a beat. This book was so informative that I read it once, put it away for a short time, and then read it again. I couldn't believe how many details I had missed! The most recent time, I studied it with highlighter and pencil in hand. (*My favorite information-discoveries were in the side-bars*) I believe this book is very important for those looking to help their music career along. As a musician, I need to learn to get my foot in the door to new venues. I have implemented several techniques and ideas already this week. Read, then re-read my friends. You'll be glad you did.

I've been working as a full-time musician for going on 15 years and I still find valuable information in this book. Right off the bat it helped me re-vamp and streamline my promo kit, and that was just the beginning. From practical tour planning to negotiating the deal to executing the contract, you'll find yourself reaching for this book over and over again. I own a ton of books on the music business but I only keep four on my desk and THIS is one of them. If you want to make a living in the touring music business then it should be on YOUR desk, too!

I have read this book cover to cover 3 times and reference it many times a month since I first bought the book almost 2 years ago. Being an independent booking agent, I have been able to increase my business dramatically by following the guidelines that Jeri has laid out for the reader, step by step. In addition, this book will inform the reader on many more topics than just booking shows. From planning to setting oneself up as a business, to creative ideas on how to make the most money on the road, she covers it all. I have recommended this book to many artists in the business as View Full →