They are the ones who get up on stage (or host live streamed concerts these days) to perform in front of adoring fans. In addition, they spend a lot of time recording songs created by songwriters and other musicians and going on tours, sometimes all around the world. Like other players in the music industry, singers and music bands can earn money in several different ways. But how it all works can get murky if you don't have a working idea about the various revenue streams and how they apply. So, how do bands and singers get paid? Again, it's important to start with the basics.
