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Expert Profile: E Burks

Expertise:  I can only answer questions In English.I cannot answer questions about making tracks or beats.I can answer questions about songwriting, music publishing, pitching songs to major labels,copyright, owning masters,song splits,co-writing,demo submission and music licensing for film and TV.

Experience in the area
I am a professional singer/songwriter.I am published by a major music publisher and have had 2 Grammy Nominations.I have written and placed songs on Major Artists, Major Films,Television shows and more.I have colloborated with artists and producers such as Narada Micheal Walden, Timbaland,Toni Braxton, Tupac Shakur, Dixie Chicks,WuTang Clan,Blu Cantrell,Whitney Houston, Teddy Riley, Travon Potts, Dr.Dre, B5,Paris Bennett and many more.

Organizations
I belong to Ascap(American Songwiters And Composers),Songwriters Guild,Naras(National Association Of Recording Artist And Sciences).

Publications
Urban Network Magazine Unsigned Talent Magazine (e-zine) Music Connection Magazine New Music Magazine New Black Music (online e-zine)

Education/Credentials
I have studied Music Theory and Education at LACC. Vocal Performance instruction from highly acclaimed instructor" Mel Dancil" Writing Songs That Sell from Grammy Winning Producer & Songwriter Narada Micheal Walden.

Awards and Honors
Nominated for 2 Grammy Awards (Songwriter & Background vocalist) Muses Muse (Rnb Song Of The Year)

Past/Present Clients
Toni Braxton, Blu Cantrell, B5,Dixie Chicks, WuTang Clan, Tupac Shakur,New York Minute Film Soundtrack, HairShow,Law & Order,Paris Bennett, Dr.Dre and many more.

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What do you like about this subject?  It is a real job as well as gift by a higher power.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?  To write songs that leave legacies.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:  Most major artists do not write their own songs.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject  Protection of copyright.
Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 220
Knowledge   10.0   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.86   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
(in 24 Hour period)
5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
32
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User Comments
Hey EB Thats exactly what I was needing! Thank you so much!!!! perfect explainations Caryn Moss & my girl apprieteate you! nikisaletta.com
(Caryn on 10/09/08)
Yes that in a totally in depth, exactly what I needed answer. Thank you very much! Caryn Moss
(caryn moss on 01/25/08)
Thanks for your response. Great information. Look like I have a lot of work to do. Thanks again.
(Marvin on 01/26/08)
Thanks for the info! Now I know how to negotiate my funds and royalties....
(Ni on 10/19/07)
Thank you!
(Taylor on 10/09/07)
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Recent Answers from E Burks
2008-10-08  vocal production Hi Caryn, Vocal arrangement: Is the arranging of vocals. It is figuring out the parts(such as harmonies),Background vocals, lead vocals. The vocal arranger takes the song after the lyrics,melody...
2008-03-07  Composing for soundtracks Hi, If you have done a song for project in the works have you spoken to the music supervisor before doing? Or is this something done on "Spec"? I would suggest you contact a entertainment lawyer...
2008-01-24  masters All writers/composers own/control the songs unless any party has sold their portion. If the song is used on an artist at a major label , the label 90% of the time will want to control the masters. If...
2008-01-19  Publishing and pitching songs I hate these type of questions:( It should be very easy in a perfect world.If your songs are good and have hit potential then labels would love to hear it.Unfortunately, it's all political now.I would...
2008-01-05  About composing Hi it doesn't matter what you choose to write about.I don't want you copy other composers.I want you to follow the format.I am not a poet.You would do better to go to a poetry expert.A composer is a composer...
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