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Journal of the Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association Volume 20, Number 1 (2020) Bruce Ronkin, Editor Northeastern University Paul Linden, Associate Editor University of Southern Mississippi Ben O’Hara, Associate Editor (Book Reviews) Australian College of the Arts Published with Support from The Journal of the Music & Entertainment Industry Educators As- sociation (the MEIEA Journal) is published annually by MEIEA in order to increase public awareness of the music and entertainment industry and to foster music and entertainment business research and education. The MEIEA Journal provides a scholarly analysis of technological, legal, historical, educational, and business trends within the music and entertainment industries and is designed as a resource for anyone currently involved or interested in these industries. Topics include issues that affect music and entertainment industry education and the music and entertain- ment industry such as curriculum design, pedagogy, technological innova- tion, intellectual property matters, industry-related legislation, arts admin- istration, industry analysis, and historical perspectives. Ideas and opinions expressed in the Journal of the Music & Enter- tainment Industry Educators Association do not necessarily reflect those of MEIEA. MEIEA disclaims responsibility for statements of fact or opin- ions expressed in individual contributions. Permission for reprint or reproduction must be obtained in writing and the proper credit line given. Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association 1900 Belmont Boulevard Nashville, TN 37212 U.S.A. www.meiea.org The MEIEA Journal (ISSN: 1559-7334) © Copyright 2020 Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association All rights reserved Editorial Advisory Board Bruce Ronkin, Editor, Northeastern University Paul Linden, Associate Editor, University of Southern Mississippi Ben O’Hara, Associate Editor, Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) Scott Church, Brigham Young University Brian Gaber, Florida State University Kelly Garner, Union University Keith Hatschek, University of the Pacific David Herrera, Belmont University Andrea Johnson, Berklee College of Music Mike Maxwell, East Central University Jon Pluskota, University of Southern Mississippi Patrick Preston, Cape Cod Community College Quint Randle, Brigham Young University Robert Willey, Ball State University Horace Alexander Young, Washington State University Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association The Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA®) is an international organization formed in 1979 to bring to- gether educators with leaders of the music and entertainment industries. The primary goal of MEIEA is to facilitate an exchange of information be- tween educators and practitioners in order to prepare students for careers in the music and entertainment industries. In order to seek professional practical knowledge and functional strategies in education, MEIEA endeavors to: • Provide resources for the exchange of information and knowledge about all aspects of the music and entertain- ment industries; • Foster scholarly research on the music and entertain- ment industries as well as on music and entertainment industries education; • Assist institutions with the development of music and entertainment industries programs and curricula; • Facilitate interaction between the music and entertain- ment industries and music and entertainment industries educators and affiliated educational institutions; • Promote student interests in the music and entertain- ment industries. MEIEA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of education in the music and entertainment industries. Individual as well as institutional memberships are available. Organizations and business entities interested in supporting the mission and activities of MEIEA are encouraged to become sponsors of MEIEA through charitable support. Support of MEIEA activities by com- panies, institutions, individuals, and organizations that value music and entertainment industry education is greatly appreciated by MEIEA’s mem- bers. If you or your company would like to contribute to music and enter- tainment industry education please contact [email protected]. From The Editor Notice to Contributors The Journal of the Music & Entertain- ment Industry Educators Association is a peer- reviewed journal devoted to all aspects of the music and entertainment industry and music and entertainment industry education. All feature articles submitted for publication go through a blind peer review by an editorial board consist- ing of respected scholars, teachers, and industry professionals. Submission of articles in all areas related to the music and entertainment industry and music and entertainment industry education are welcome. Articles must be submitted in electronic format and should be sent as email attachments, preferably in Microsoft Word format. All submissions should use the normal style of citation, in conformance with the guidelines given in The Chicago Manual of Style. All notes should be consecutively numbered and should appear as endnotes at the conclusion of the manu- script text. In order to facilitate blind review, the author’s name must not appear on the submitted manuscript. A cover letter that clearly identifies the man- uscript must be included. Complete submission guidelines may be found on the MEIEA website. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for reproduction from the publishers of all copyrighted material used (musical examples, etc.). Submissions and correspondence should be addressed to: Bruce Ronkin Editor, MEIEA Journal [email protected] 110 Churchill Hall Northeastern University Boston, MA 02115 U.S.A. MEIEA Executive Board Executive Officers President Armen Shaomian University of South Carolina Vice President Clyde Rolston Belmont University Secretary Scott LeGere Minnesota State University Mankato Treasurer Eric Holt Belmont University Director of Membership Darren Walters Drexel University Board Members Mehmet Dede Hartt School, University of Hartford Kelly Garner Union University Amy Macy Middle Tennessee State University Ulf Oesterle Syracuse University Board Members (continued) Terry Tompkins Hofstra University Chrissie Vincent Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) Shawn David Young York College of Pennsylvania Executive Directors MEIEA Journal Editor Bruce Ronkin Northeastern University Communications Director Jeffrey Apruzzese Drexel University Diversity and Equity Liaison Stacy L. Merida American University European Liaison Henric Lindström Linnaeus University School of Business and Economics Australasian Liaison Ben O’Hara Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) Past Presidents Storm Gloor (2017–2019) David Hibbard (1993–1995) John Simson (2015–2017) Janet Nepkie (1989–1993) Serona Elton (2011–2015) Michael Fink (1988–1989) John Kellogg (2009–2011) Richard Broderick (1986–1988) Rey Sanchez (2007–2009) James A. Progris (1984–1986) Rebecca Chappell (2003–2007) David P. Leonard (1982–1984) Tim Hays (1999–2003) Jay Collins (1979–1982) Scott Fredrickson (1995–1999) MEIEA Sponsors belmont.edu/cemb grammy.com chartmetric.com themlc.com sc.edu american.edu/kogod Contents 13 Amplifying Music: A Gathering of Perspectives on the Resilience of Live Music in Communities during the Early Stages of the COVID-19 Era Storm Gloor University of Colorado Denver 45 Cancel, Postpone, or Reschedule: The Live Music Industry’s Response to Ticket Refunds During the COVID-19 Pandemic Philip C. Rothschild Missouri State University Kendall A. Vowels Missouri State University Connor L. Rothschild Rice University 85 R-E-S-P-E-C-T: The Impact of the #MeToo Movement on the Entertainment Business and Its Law, Including Tips to Improve Corporate Culture Amy Bryson Smith Belmont University 127 Young Adults’ Compact Disc Usage Experiences in 2020 Waleed Rashidi California State University, Fullerton 147 Leadership in the Creative Industries: Addressing an Uncertain Future Daniel Walzer Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis continued on next page Contents Reviews Ben O’Hara, Associate Editor 173 Randall J. Stephens. The Devil’s Music: How Christians Inspired, Condemned, and Embraced Rock ’n’ Roll Jason Lee Guthrie Clayton State University 177 Remembering Little Richard: A Review of the First and Most Recent Biographies Charles White. The Life and Times of Little Richard: the Quasar of Rock Tina Andrews. Awop Bop Aloo Mop: Little Richard: A Life of Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll…and Religion Mark Crawford Tennessee State University 182 Emily White. How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect all Revenue Streams 184 Phil Simpson. The Booking Agent’s Book of Secrets for Touring Musicians Mehmet Dede Hartt School, University of Hartford 186 Cyrus Bozorgmehr. Once Upon a Time in Shaolin Scott LeGere Minnesota State University Mankato continued on next page Contents 193 Stan Renard and Robert Willey. Introduction to the Music Industry: Southwestern Edition Warren G. Mize East Central Independent School District, San Antonio, Texas 196 Paul Saintilan, Editor. Musicians & Addiction: Research and Recovery Stories Guy Morrow University of Melbourne 198 Paul Myers and S.W. Lauden. Go All The Way: A Literary Appreciation of Power Pop Waleed Rashidi California State University, Fullerton 12 Vol. 20, No. 1 (2020) Amplifying Music: A Gathering of Perspectives on the Resilience of Live Music in Communities During the Early Stages of the COVID-19 Era Storm Gloor University
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