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Rich Redmond has toured, recorded, and performed with more than forty acts, including Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Ludacris, Jewel, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban. He has played on thirty #1 hit singles and provides motivational speaking for Fortune 500 companies. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit www.richredmond.com/.
Jennifer Della’Zanna is an award-winning freelance writer and novelist who has published more than fifty feature articles on a variety of topics. She enjoys hosting house concerts and playing the piano. Visit www.jen-dellazanna.com/
Reviewed by Edith Wairimu for Readers' Favorite
Making It in Country Music: An Insider's Look at the Industry by Rich Redmond with Jennifer Della'Zanna offers a candid, eye-opening exploration of Nashville's music scene and what it takes to make it in the country music industry. Redmond started playing drums at the age of eight. His father was transferred to Texas when he was eleven, and he soon joined the band at his new school. After completing his master's degree in music education, he moved to Dallas and later to Nashville to advance his music career. Redmond documents his journey, sharing invaluable advice for aspiring artists. He draws from his education and vast experience, including years of performing with country music megastar Jason Aldean on some of the biggest stages in the world and many other outstanding artists. He is also a successful songwriter and has recorded many radio hits.
For anyone seeking success as an artist, this is an invaluable work that offers an in-depth, unembellished look into the journey of an accomplished music artist. It also includes practical advice for anyone who wants to make it in other fields. Redmond's diligence, expertise, and commitment to his craft are inspiring. I loved that the perspectives of many other accomplished musicians are offered, and the work expands beyond Nashville to other cities. These perspectives include an analysis of country music's current state and possible future, which will prove helpful for young artists starting their journey and more accomplished musicians who want to expand their outlook and knowledge of the industry. An incredible work with many encouraging and informative discussions surrounding country music, Making It in Country Music by Rich Redmond with Jennifer Della'Zanna is a must-read for country artists.
