Chapter 24

He let out a deep breath. “Good. Now this is a contract for the next three years. You’ll get a three-million-dollar advance of which I will receive six percent.” Then, he looked into my eyes. “Hang on to this money, Alyssa, because the studio will recuperate this advance out of your royalties off the top before any more royalties will be paid.”

I cleared my throat, keeping my cool. “How much is the royalty, and do you take your cut before or after taxes?”

He nodded. “Your studio artist royalty is eighteen percent, higher than usual. But, again, I heard the tapes and I feel …” Then he looked around the room. “We all feel that you will be an instant success, so you deserved it. Also, you will receive royalties from your tours. You will receive more when you are a headliner, but less as a front band. You will receive these royalties in monthly installments.”

I looked into his eyes. “Who