Join Breaking The Record Types of Accounts We have five types of accounts. Choose the type that fits you best to get more information. Regular/Fans - Most people fit into this account (unless you are a current artist or member of the press). Artists & Bands - Learn about the industry and discuss it with other artists and members of the industry. We currently do not allow you to promote your band or music. We will be adding this ability very soon! These accounts require advanced approval. Music Executives (Students) - You must currently be a member of an accredited music business program or related business (printing, graphics, web design, film, finance, marketing, specialty insurance, etc.) and want to share your expertise and market your services to up and coming bands. There are also ways we can help you promote your business. These accounts require advanced approval. Music & Business Executives (Professional) - You must currently be a member of the music industry or related business (printing, streaming media, finance, marketing, specialty insurance, etc.) and want to share your expertise through articles and discussions. There are also ways we can help you promote your business. These accounts require advanced approval. Press Members - For actual members of the press only! These accounts require advanced approval. NOTE: We will request credentials for Press, Executive & Student accounts. We reserve the right to refuse anybody for any type of account with out reason or notice. ABOUT BREAKING THE RECORD Ever wanted to be a Record Executive? Now is your chance to see the music industry from an insider's view. No artist or record label has ever allowed this much access into the process of making and 'breaking a record'. Step into the shoes or boots of the artist and record executives as they move from writing the songs to promoting the concert tour! Breaking The Record - Film & DVD (2007) This full-length film is slated for release in 2007 and will include the following: Behind-the-scenes of the recording sessions & concert production. Interviews with Chris and industry experts. Acoustic performance and rehearsals as Chris prepares for the tour. Footage of promotional appearances and full concerts. Breaking The Record - Online Club! While you're waiting for the film, get involved by joining the official web site. This unprecedented introspective actually allows you to read the lyrics and hear the rough songwriting demos before they are ever recorded. Plus, you'll get to participate in the decision making process including song selection, cover design and marketing plans. 1) Writing The Lyrics Chris has written over 150 songs since his last CD and continues to write weekly. Read his favorite song lyrics with his personal notes and stories about each song. Vote on your favorite songs! Get tips on writing your own songs! 2) Demo The Songs The next part of the process is to make rough demos of the songs. Chris uses an acoustic guitar to accompany raw vocals. Download the demos and vote for your favorite songs. Help us choose the songs for the next CD! 3) Studio Recording Chris has one of the biggest producers & the top engineers & musicians in country music. Follow Chris through pre-production, tracking, vocals, mixing and mastering. See the songs you voted for come to life and download them! 4) Cover & Merchandise Design Once you know you are recording, it's time to do the photo shoots and start planning the design for CD covers, marketing materials, tour merchandise and the media kit! Vote on your favorite designs and photos! Help create Chris' image! 5) Marketing & Promotions Chris actually loves the marketing process almost as much as the music. Read about his plans for advertising, marketing and promoting the music. Includes public relations and radio promotions! Vote on your favorite marketing ideas! 6) Appearances & Concerts Get information on how we are planning Chris' tour. Get the latest tour dates and see video of his appearances and concerts. Vote on your favorite tour destinations, concert footage and encore songs! Features & Benefits Hear full length versions of the acoustic demos & vote on your favorites. Read full lyric sheets and Chris' personal notes on each song. Preview Chris' photo shoots and vote on your favorites Read Chris' articles on the music industry. Discuss the industry with Chris Sparks Entertainment & other members. Get the latest music industry news from eCountryMusic.com. Get the latest rodeo and horse news from eCowboy.com. and much more... Join To join Breaking The Record, you will be joining CommunityVIP.com, which hosts our site and is part of our parent company. Click here to Join!