The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting a Band Paperback – April 6, 2004

Easy to read. Many clear ideas about the steps and process of becoming a rockstar. Well worth a read. You can jump to certain sections. Marketing, promotions, etc.

I was perhaps barking up the wrong tree when I bought this. I am the parent of a teen that has a band and I was looking for equipment and sound engineering advice - what to buy, how to set up for a gig, how to set up for practice sessions, etc., as well as how to break into the paid gig scene. I didn't find this book helpful. It was too elementary in my opinion, and aimed at young kids more than anything else. Some of it is funny, but I wasn't looking for humor. I recommend checking this out from the library before buying it to see if it fits your needs.

Mark Bliesener (of bandguru.com) and Steve Knopper take you through every major aspect of starting up a new band. They help you avoid the most common mistakes and put you way out ahead of the pack with real world insights and tips. A must read for any young musician thinking of starting up a band.

Good ideas. Good book

i know 90% of this stuff already.