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Music Distribution License
1. Parties: Identification of the rights holder(s) and the distributor, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, nature of the musical works, and general purpose of the distribution arrangement
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms including 'Musical Works', 'Territory', 'Distribution Rights', 'Net Revenue', and other relevant terms
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights granted to the distributor, including format types, territories, and any restrictions
5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement, renewal terms, and circumstances for termination
6. Distribution Obligations: Distributor's obligations regarding the distribution, promotion, and exploitation of the musical works
7. Revenue and Payment Terms: Revenue sharing arrangements, payment schedules, accounting procedures, and audit rights
8. Quality Control: Standards for distribution quality, format requirements, and technical specifications
9. Intellectual Property Rights: Confirmation of rights ownership, warranties, and IP protection measures
10. Reporting and Accounting: Requirements for sales reporting, revenue accounting, and transparency obligations
11. Representations and Warranties: Standard warranties regarding rights ownership, authority to contract, and non-infringement
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Danish law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Digital Distribution Specifics: Detailed terms for digital distribution platforms, including technical requirements and platform-specific terms. Include when digital distribution is part of the agreement.
2. Physical Distribution Specifics: Terms specific to physical format distribution including manufacturing, inventory, and returns. Include for physical distribution rights.
3. Marketing and Promotion: Specific marketing obligations and promotional requirements. Include when distributor has marketing responsibilities.
4. Sub-licensing Rights: Terms governing the distributor's right to sub-license. Include when sub-licensing is permitted.
5. Collective Rights Management: Provisions regarding interaction with collecting societies. Include when relevant to territory or distribution method.
6. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and data handling requirements. Include when personal data processing is involved.
7. Minimum Performance Requirements: Specific performance targets and consequences of failure. Include when performance metrics are crucial.
8. Territory Expansion Rights: Terms for expanding into new territories. Include when territory expansion is contemplated.
1. Schedule A - Musical Works: Complete list of musical works covered by the agreement, including metadata and rights information
2. Schedule B - Territory List: Detailed list of territories covered, including any territory-specific requirements or restrictions
3. Schedule C - Revenue Sharing Structure: Detailed breakdown of revenue shares, including any territory or format-specific variations
4. Schedule D - Technical Specifications: Technical requirements for different formats and platforms
5. Schedule E - Reporting Templates: Standard templates for sales reports and revenue accounting
6. Schedule F - Service Level Requirements: Specific performance metrics and quality standards for distribution services
7. Appendix 1 - Approved Distribution Platforms: List of approved digital and/or physical distribution platforms
8. Appendix 2 - Marketing Guidelines: Guidelines for promotional activities and brand usage
Authors
Musical Works
Sound Recordings
Master Rights
Territory
Distribution Rights
Digital Distribution
Physical Distribution
Distribution Platforms
Net Revenue
Gross Revenue
Distribution Fee
Quarter
Accounting Period
Effective Date
Initial Term
Renewal Term
Intellectual Property Rights
Metadata
Marketing Materials
Digital Service Provider
Download
Stream
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Synchronization Rights
Collection Society
Sub-distributor
Technical Specifications
Content ID
Digital Rights Management
Release Date
Retail Price
Wholesale Price
Sales Report
Revenue Share
Distribution Channel
Platform Requirements
Quality Standards
Confidential Information
Force Majeure
Licensed Products
Permitted Use
Related Rights
Sub-licensing
Territory Restrictions
Usage Data
Working Day
Minimum Guarantee
Release Schedule
Marketing Plan
Term and Duration
Territory
Distribution Rights
Exclusivity
Sub-licensing
Revenue Share
Payment Terms
Accounting and Reporting
Audit Rights
Marketing and Promotion
Quality Control
Technical Requirements
Intellectual Property
Representations and Warranties
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Force Majeure
Termination
Assignment
Notices
Governing Law
Dispute Resolution
Entire Agreement
Amendments
Severability
Performance Obligations
Delivery Requirements
Non-Competition
Indemnification
Liability Limitation
Insurance
Compliance with Laws
Anti-Corruption
Third Party Rights
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