Biographical Inormation and Selected Works

Dan Daley is an experienced journalist and author, covering the business and technology of the entertainment industry for over 17 years. His work has appeared in numerous publications, both trade and general interest, including Billboard, The New York Daily News, Mix Magazine, GRAMMY Magazine, American Way, Spin, History Channel, TravelHost, International Business, USA Today, ArchiTech, and many others.
His most recent book, “Nashville’s Unwritten Rules: Inside The Business of Country Music” (Overlook Press, New York, 2000) is in its second printing. He is also the composer of several hit records, including the multiplatinum-selling “Still In Saigon” (Charlie Daniels Band, 1982) and “Rain” (Johnny Winter, 1988),
and has previously worked as a record producer, audio engineer, recording studio owner and musician.
He maintains residences in New York City, Nashville and Miami.
Books and Published Works
Nashville’s Unwritten Rules: Inside The Business of Country Music
(Overlook Press, New York, 2000) - Nonfiction
Music Producers
(Mix Bookshelf, Emeryville, 1992) - Nonfiction
 
Music Producers: Conversations With Today Top Music Producers
(Mix Bookshelf, Emeryville, 1993) - Nonfiction/Anthology
 
Sound For Picture: A Look Inside The Business of Sound For Picture
(Mix Bookshelf, Emeryville, 1993) - Nonfiction/Anthology
 
Stars In her Eyes
(Bantam, New York, 1988) - Fiction
 
Curriculum Vitae
Freelance journalist (1986-present)
PUBLICATIONS (CURRENT REGULAR CONTRIBUTOR):
Billboard, Mix Magazine, DVD Report, MediAware, Film & Video, Grammy Magazine,
History Channel Magazine, TravelHost, FOH, Sound & Video Contractor, Systems Contractor News, Resolution
PUBLICATIONS (CURRENT OCCASIONAL/PAST CONTRIBUTIONS):
One To One, Tape/Disc Business, EQ, International Business, American Way, New York Daily News,
Pro Sound Asia, Pro Sound News Europe, USA Today, Spin
Prior Work Experience
Pyramid Recording Studios (1986-1990)
12 East 32nd Street
New York, NY 10016
Partner/CFO - Equity owner in corporation; worked in management
and technical operations for music and commercial audio recording facility
RBR Communications/Dreena Music (1979-1983)
Staff Composer/Producer - song writing/demo production on a contractual (annual) basis.
Song cuts by other artists include “Still In Saigon” (Charlie Daniels Band, Windows 1982);
Rain” (Johnny Winter Winter of ‘88 1988).
United Artists Music Publishing (1975-1979)
Staff Composer - song writing/demo production on a contractual (annual) basis.
Song cuts by other artists include “This Could Be The Night” (R.B. Hudmon, Atlantic Records 1976)
Recording Artist; Buddha Records (1972-1974)
Lead guitarist/vocalist with band Revival
Freelance Musician (1970-1990)
Played electric guitar, pedal steel guitar, acoustic guitar, vocals,
on various live performances, recordings and radio & television commercials.

Panel / Event Chairs

Trans Media Exchange, Unc. (TMX)
Media Content Licensing, Digital Asset Management and Collaboration Solutions Advisory Board (2003)

Co-chair, RepliTech Conference Programs 1998-2002
San Francisco, Miami, Amsterdam
Co-Chair, Digital Content Delivery Expo
February 2003, San Jose, CA
Moderator, SAE Platinum Panel Global Webcast
December 2002 Miami, FL

Education

City University of New York (Baruch College)
B.A. Writing For Various Media - 1986 Cum Laude

Professional Oraganization Memberships & Affiliations
Travel Experience
- Extensive, regular travel throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America and Australia;
certified 2 million miles on American Airlines
.
- Maintains current residences in Miami, Nashville, and New Yor, with regular at trade shows 
and events here and abroad including AES, NAMM, RepliTech, DCD Expo