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Songwriter Contract
1. Parties: Identification of the songwriter and the company/publisher, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' intentions
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Musical Works', 'Recordings', 'Territory', and 'Term'
4. Scope of Engagement: Details of the songwriter's services and obligations regarding creation and delivery of musical works
5. Grant of Rights: Transfer or license of copyright and related rights in the musical works
6. Delivery Requirements: Specifications for delivery of musical works, including format and quality requirements
7. Compensation: Payment terms, including advances, royalties, and payment schedule
8. Accounting and Payments: Details of royalty calculations, statements, and audit rights
9. Moral Rights: Recognition and handling of moral rights under Danish law
10. Warranties and Representations: Songwriter's guarantees regarding originality and ownership of works
11. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for early termination
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Danish law application and dispute resolution procedures
1. Co-Writing Provisions: Rules for collaboration with other songwriters, to be included if co-writing is anticipated
2. Publishing and Sub-Publishing: Terms for sub-licensing and international exploitation, needed for international distribution
3. Minimum Commitment: Required number of songs or works per period, included for exclusive arrangements
4. Synchronization Rights: Specific terms for use in film, TV, and advertising, if such uses are contemplated
5. Digital Exploitation: Specific provisions for online and digital use of works
6. Demo Recording Provisions: Terms regarding creation and ownership of demo recordings
7. Non-Compete Clause: Restrictions on working with competitors, for exclusive arrangements only
8. Creative Control: Provisions regarding approval rights and creative direction, for high-profile songwriters
1. Schedule A - Musical Works: List of existing works covered by the agreement, updated as new works are created
2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages for different types of use
3. Schedule C - Minimum Delivery Requirements: Specific technical and quality standards for delivered works
4. Schedule D - Approved Third-Party Publishers: List of pre-approved sub-publishers or licensees
5. Schedule E - Territory Restrictions: Specific territorial limitations or requirements for different regions
6. Appendix 1 - Sample Royalty Statement: Template for regular royalty reporting
7. Appendix 2 - Credit Guidelines: Requirements for songwriter credits in various contexts
Authors
Musical Works
Compositions
Lyrics
Publisher
Songwriter
Territory
Term
Publishing Rights
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Synchronization Rights
Digital Rights
Collection Society
Net Income
Gross Receipts
Advances
Royalties
Co-Writers
Derivative Works
Existing Works
Future Works
Delivery
Commercial Release
Demo Recording
Master Recording
Digital Distribution
Publishing Period
Retention Period
Accounting Period
Quarter
Major Music User
Sub-Publishing Rights
Administration Rights
Moral Rights
Print Rights
Broadcast
Stream
Download
Social Media
User Generated Content
Professional Songwriter Services
Minimum Commitment
Exclusive Period
Original Work
Copyright
Related Rights
Appointment
Grant of Rights
Copyright Assignment
Exclusivity
Moral Rights
Delivery Obligations
Minimum Commitment
Royalties
Advances
Payment Terms
Accounting
Audit Rights
Warranties and Representations
Sub-Publishing
Creative Control
Credit Rights
Promotional Use
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Non-Compete
Force Majeure
Term and Duration
Termination
Post-Termination Rights
Assignment and Transfer
Notices
Entire Agreement
Severability
Waiver
Amendment
Third Party Rights
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Jurisdiction
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