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Music Royalty Contract
"I need a Music Royalty Contract under German law for an independent electronic music producer granting digital distribution rights to a Berlin-based record label, with royalty rates of 70% for streaming and 80% for downloads, starting March 1, 2025."
1. Parties: Identification of all contracting parties including legal names, addresses, and registration details
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the musical works involved
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being granted, including territory and scope of use
5. Royalty Rates and Payments: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages, payment calculation methods, and payment terms
6. Accounting and Reporting: Requirements for financial reporting, audit rights, and payment verification
7. Warranties and Representations: Guarantees regarding ownership, right to contract, and non-infringement
8. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for early termination
9. Delivery and Technical Requirements: Specifications for music delivery and technical standards
10. Credit and Attribution: Requirements for crediting artists and copyright notices
11. Confidentiality: Provisions for handling confidential information
12. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including notices, amendments, and governing law
1. International Rights: Additional provisions for international exploitation of the works
2. Sub-licensing Rights: Terms for allowing third-party licensing of the works
3. Creative Control: Provisions for artistic approval and creative decision-making
4. Marketing and Promotion: Requirements and restrictions for promotional activities
5. Collective Management: Provisions relating to collecting society membership and rights
6. Digital Distribution: Specific terms for digital platforms and streaming services
7. Synchronization Rights: Terms for use in film, TV, or other media
8. Dispute Resolution: Specific procedures for handling disputes, including mediation or arbitration
1. Schedule A - Musical Works: Detailed list of all musical works covered by the agreement
2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different types of use
3. Schedule C - Territories: List of territories where rights are granted
4. Schedule D - Approved Digital Platforms: List of authorized digital distribution platforms
5. Schedule E - Reporting Template: Standard format for royalty reporting
6. Schedule F - Technical Specifications: Detailed technical requirements for music delivery
7. Appendix 1 - Assignment of Rights: Documentation of original rights ownership and transfer
8. Appendix 2 - Collection Society Registrations: Details of relevant collecting society memberships and registrations
Authors
Musical Work
Sound Recording
Master Recording
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Synchronization Rights
Digital Rights
Territory
Term
Effective Date
Net Receipts
Gross Receipts
Accounting Period
Quarter
Royalty Rate
Mechanical Royalties
Performance Royalties
Digital Royalties
Collection Society
GEMA
Distribution Channels
Digital Service Provider
Streaming
Download
Physical Format
Sub-Publishing
Licensed Rights
Exploitation
Commercial Release
Publication
Copyright
Publishing Share
Writer's Share
Publisher's Share
Administration Rights
Marketing
Promotion
Recording Costs
Advance
Recoupment
Statement of Account
Audit Rights
Confidential Information
Intellectual Property Rights
Force Majeure
Affiliate
Sub-Licensee
Third Party
Grant of Rights
Term and Duration
Territory
Royalty Payments
Payment Terms
Accounting
Audit Rights
Warranties and Representations
Confidentiality
Intellectual Property
Collection Society
Sub-Licensing
Quality Control
Attribution and Credits
Delivery Requirements
Termination
Force Majeure
Assignment
Non-Competition
Indemnification
Dispute Resolution
Notices
Entire Agreement
Severability
Governing Law
Amendment
Waiver
Counterparts
Digital Distribution
Marketing Rights
Synchronization Rights
Performance Rights
Mechanical Rights
Music Industry
Entertainment
Digital Media
Publishing
Recording Industry
Live Entertainment
Broadcasting
Film and Television
Gaming Industry
Advertising
Legal
Rights Management
Royalty Administration
Business Affairs
Finance
Copyright Administration
Digital Operations
Artist Relations
Licensing
Compliance
Legal Counsel
Rights Manager
Royalty Administrator
Music Publisher
A&R Manager
Business Affairs Manager
Copyright Manager
Licensing Manager
Contract Administrator
Finance Manager
Artist Manager
Music Supervisor
Digital Rights Manager
Intellectual Property Lawyer
Compliance Officer
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