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What Would John Doe Do? – Taking Care of Your Voice

What Would John Doe Do? – Taking Care of Your Voice

A Question from Brandon in Austin Dear John Doe: I have had the pleasure of meeting you and watching you perform live many times. I believe that one day X will be inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I give presentations for a living and sometimes spend all day doing this. Lately I have been noticing that it is taking a toll on me. I usually have a break in the summer and start … Read entire article »

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What Would John Doe Do? – Sharing Songwriter Credit

What Would John Doe Do? – Sharing Songwriter Credit

A question about songwriting credit from Chicago Hello John, I am a songwriter and recording artist from Chicago. I recently wrote a song that required a female singer on the chorus and I found a great singer and recorded the first draft of the song, at which time she signed a work for hire contract and was paid a flat fee. Now I called her back to record extra adlibs and i want to include her in … Read entire article »

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