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# The Music Business Runs On Sushi
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/the-music-business-runs-on-sushi/
- Published: 2016-06-03T09:30:00.000Z
- Updated: 2016-06-03T09:30:00.000Z
- Description: According to industry veteran Larry Butler, the sushi lunch/dinner is an integral part of the music business. Unfortunately, the proper etiquette often eludes many in the business.
- Author: admin
- Tags: DIY Advice & Tips, Music Business, music, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 10:22

[![SushiMakiPlatter](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d1f1a9d5970c-150wi "SushiMakiPlatter")](http://hypebot.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451b36c69e201b8d1f1a9d5970c-popup?ref=hypebot.com)According to industry veteran **Larry Butler,** the **sushi lunch/dinner** is an **integral part of the music business**. Unfortunately, the **proper etiquette** often **eludes many in the business**. 

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In **Larry Butler**'s recent article shared on [MusicThinkTank](http://www.musicthinktank.com/?ref=hypebot.com), he guides the culinary layman through the basics of properly ordering and consuming sushi, so that they can be properly prepared for their next music business luncheon.*"Greet the chef and, if he speaks English, ask what he recommends. Do not talk to the chef during preparation or dining. *Never offer or attempt to hand money to the chef as a tip.* Afterwards you may offer to buy two shots of sake – one for each of you. And if you have the occasion, compliment the chef on the rice. Again, it’s all about the rice."* *[\[Continue Reading\]](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/the-music-business-runs-on-sushi-but-are-you-doing-it-right.html?ref=hypebot.com)*