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The Music Industry

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chart
1.
chart
Noun

an information sheet in the form of a graph, diagram, or table that is easy to understand

The chart displayed the company's sales performance over the last quarter.

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copyright
2.
co
py
right
Noun

a legal permission to control the production of a book, movie, music, etc.

The author registered the copyright for her novel to prevent unauthorized copies.

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cover
3.
co
ver
Verb

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

She used a blanket to cover the delicate furniture during the move.

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demo
4.
de
mo
Noun

a visual presentation or demonstration that explains how a product, software, or system functions

The sales team prepared a demo to show clients the new software features.

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fan
5.
fan
Noun

an electric device with blades that rotate quickly and keep an area cool

During the summer, the electric fan is our best friend.

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genre
6.
gen
re
Noun

a style of art, music, literature, film, etc. that has its own special features

Impressionism is a genre of painting known for its focus on light and color.

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A & R
Noun

the division in a record label responsible for scouting, signing, and developing musical artists and overseeing their recording process

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recording studio
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recording studio
Noun

a place designed and equipped for recording and producing audio tracks and music

The artist spent hours in the recording studio working on the new album.

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recording label
Noun

a company that produces and markets recorded music, overseeing the recording, production, distribution, and promotion of music releases

The artist was thrilled to sign with a prestigious recording label, launching their career to new heights.

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record company
Noun

a business entity that specializes in producing, distributing, and promoting recorded music

The record company signed a multi-album deal with the up-and-coming band, eager to invest in their unique sound.

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EPK
Noun

a digital package that contains promotional materials and information about a person, company, or event

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digital service provider
Noun

a company that offers services like streaming, cloud storage, and software through the Internet

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fan
girl
Noun

a young woman or girl who is extremely zealous or overly obsessed with a band, comic book, actor, etc.

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performing arts
Noun

types of art such as dance, drama, and music that are performed in front of an audience

The performing arts require creativity and discipline from all performers.

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back catalog
Noun

a collection of previous records produced by a musician or a company

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re
mix
Noun

a new version of an existing record made by rearranging or adding new pieces to it, using a special device

The artist's remix of classical paintings with modern graffiti went viral.

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world music
Noun

popular music that is originated in or incorporates elements of non-Western traditional music

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audio mixing
Noun

the process of combining and adjusting individual audio tracks, including instruments, vocals, and effects, to create a balanced and cohesive sound for a final music or audio production

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independent music
Noun

music that is produced without the resources of a major label or is self-released by an artist

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