On the Record (book)

On the Record: Over 150 of the most talented people in music share the secrets of their success is a 2004 book written by entertainment manager Guy Oseary and published by Penguin Books.

The book features in-depth interviews with more than 150 music recording artists, record executives, A&R executives, label chiefs, songwriters, and record producers. Oseary spoke with performers like James Brown and Bono, asking them a similar set of questions about their experiences in music. In writing the book, Oseary also offered a personal reflection on how to succeed in the music industry.

Interviewees Some of the music elite who were interviewed for the book:

Artists:

James Brown Elton John Bono Madonna Ozzy Osbourne Keith Richards Brian Wilson Alicia Keys Fiona Apple John Frusciante

Producers/Songwriters:

Rick Rubin Sir George Martin Jermaine Dupri Giorgio Moroder David Foster Daniel Lanois

A&R Wizards and Executives:

Lyor Cohen Tom Whalley Guy Oseary Ron Handler Bruce Lundvall John Kalodner

Legends:

Quincy Jones Russell Simmons Dick Clark Seymour Stein Chris Blackwell Ahmet Ertegün Berry Gordy

Attorneys:

John Branca Fred Davis Eric Greenspan Don Passman

Managers:

Irving Azoff Paul McGuinness Benny Medina

Television and Film:

Judy McGrath Tom Freston John Sykes McG

References

Further reading

External links On the Record at Google Books