Marilyn Manson once said, “Everybody should start a band at least once in their life.” It may sound a little funny, given it was coming from a major recording artist, but there was something important in that statement. Start a band. Get up, play music in front of people, maybe make a little cash. But these days, nobody can afford to do that. Can they?

Yo, DJ, Drop That Beat

For all the streaming audio apps and file sharing that goes on, a lot of people still listen to the radio in one form or another, and that means there’s a radio DJ.  If you’ve got a good personality and can keep a good stream of music going, this is certainly one of the most high-profile jobs in the music industry. If nothing else, you’ll get the chance to hobnob with some of your favorite artists and talk music for a while.

Bought A Beat Up Six String

Have you ever heard a live band at a bar and thought their music was so terrible that you wanted to get a guitar and prove that you could do better? If so, then go for it! Being a public performer is an exciting and fulfilling way to make money, and you can make a decent income if you book gigs regularly.

School Of Rock

Aside from being a radio DJ, the single most secure job in the music industry is probably being a music teacher. Whether you’re teaching grade schoolers, working at a media school, or acting as a tutor for somebody trying to learn something new at any age, it’s steady work that can be more rewarding than you’d never expect.

Behind The Music

Maybe you can’t play a scale to save your life, and you couldn’t tell the difference between a humbucker and a harmonica on your best day. However, you know some guys who’d make a great band if they had a good manager getting them gigs. Or maybe you know how to coordinate people so they can get equipment set up fast and right. There’s a lot of “back office” opportunities for people with a mind for business.

Needless to say, if you want a career in the music industry, it’s certainly a good idea. There are still plenty of music career opportunities to pursue, and you’re bound to love your job if you pursue your passion.

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