Law Office of Deborah E. Johnson, Esq.

ENTERTAINMENT LAW

Why did I become an Entertainment Lawyer?

In 2013, I made the difficult decision, and planted a foundation, to leave a well-

paying federal job and transition to a solo firm. My grandmother had months to

live, my first grandchild had just been born, and honestly,...

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In this digital age, many authors are choosing to self-publish. While self-publishing opens the door of opportunity that many authors would never receive using the traditional publishing method, there are several pitfalls to self-publishing contracts that book authors should be aware of when seeking out services that wi...

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1. Hire an Entertainment or Music Lawyer.

Many artists, especially independent artists, fail to see the importance of hiring an entertainment/music lawyer. Some artists feel that it is not in their budget or that it is not a priority. Hiring a music lawyer is of such importance ...

A common interview question for artist Is, “How does your creative process work?”

Well, I want to give you a small glimpse on how the bigger picture turned out…

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I know that was a super quick snapshot. But i...

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A Peek Behind a 90,000+ Attended Faith-Based Event

In this episode, follow along as I breathe in the reality of being a performer at the Texas Motor Speedway alongside some of the most influential faith-based artist & speakers of our time, like Andy Mineo, Jonathan Traylor, KB, Samuel Rodriguez, Tedashii, Grant Skeldon......

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By: Cameron Owens 

Submitted: 01/16/2017 - 3:18pm

Tags: author, Ava St. Pierre, Book, Midday Kentucky

Ava St. Pierre, former American beauty queen & author stops by Midday Kentucky to share her powerful story with the world of growing up in a houseful fully affected by mental illness.

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The book “...

The new single which has gained worldwide attention with fans and music reviewers is available at all digital outlets including iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Spotify.

Stephen Thomas one of the most exciting artists of recent years is pleased to announce he is set to release his latest sin...

Stephen Thomas Formally Known as Steve-O Announces His Return to the Charts with a New Single and Sound That Has Excited the Music Experts

The singer has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. His previous music was described as unique, fresh and exciting. Stephen Thomas, previously known as Steve-O has decided to return to the music world with a new sound, a sound that has excited the music industry. Stephen's latest Music Video release Search Me...

Andrea Helms, known for her powerful voice and performances on Season 4 of BET’s Sunday Best, is a lifelong singer and worshipper from Odessa, Texas. She was an only child and the daughter of a pastor who introduced her to her love of music. Her father, who was the pastor of Friendship Church in Denton, TX, was an accomplished musician; and passed those talents on to Andrea. Music was all around her in school, at home and in church.

Andrea became recognized as a stand...

Ethan Kent was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and raised in Dallas, Texas. He is a product of a hard-working, hard-praying, church-going, single mother who invested in the development of his gift and nurtured his love for the kingdom of God. Enduring hard times and humble beginnings, Ethan is now on the verge of a phenomenal musical career and longevity as an artist. Although a newcomer to the music industry, he has faithfully served his local church, Faith Christian Center, in Arlington, Texa...