"This is a terrific book. [The] theoretical and methodological lessons of Music on Demand extend far beyond the substantive interests of sociologists of art . though they are well served. This book is additionally both a powerful analysis of freelance work organization and a demonstration of multi-method research and its value. I have never seen the latter tasks done so well. There is a 'triangulation' here of macro-level context given meaning through observational and interview techniques that provides a remarkably insightful look into a culture business. Not only has Faulkner done a wonderful analysis of the 'Hollywood ventriloquist,' he has provided a paradigm for future multi-method research in organization. I highly recommend this book.

" --Samuel Gilmore, Contemporary Sociology "A fascinating account of career and network mechanics, superbly documented. Faulkner has done a wonderful job of bringing into visible social traces this invisible profession." --Harrison White, Giddings Professor of Sociology, Columbia University "Music on Demand is a very impressive piece of multi-method research. The book promises to be an important contribution to the developing field of economic sociology." --Paul DeMaggio, Yale University "A classic in economic sociology and the organization of markets as networks." --Wayne E. Baker, professor of organizational behavior, University of Michigan Business School.