The first of six programmes which tell the human stories behind the multinational face of the pop music business.

Musicians, managers and people in the industry talk about the deals which can make, and break, musicians. See today's choices.
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The Music Biz 9.40pm BBC2
The Rolling Stones got $45 million. Madonna got $60 million. Prince got $100 million. With sums like this flying around, why are so many rock stars dissatisfied with their record companies? This new series dissects the complex relationships between artists, managers and labels, with help from Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Michael Hutchence and a host of hopefuls.

Tonight's programme looks at the difficulties of getting a recording deal, as struggling band Some Have Fins try to impress industry bigwigs at a gig in north London. If you ever thought This Is Spinal Tap was too silly to be true, tune in.

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