Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing copyright protection for musical works, sound recordings, and performance rights. Includes provisions for moral rights, duration of copyright protection, and assignment/licensing of rights.
Performers' Protection Acts: Legislation protecting performers' rights and establishing right to equitable remuneration in the music industry.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant when the agreement involves dealings with individual artists who may be classified as consumers under the law.
Competition Act 1998: Ensures the agreement doesn't contain anti-competitive provisions that could be illegal under UK competition law.
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental legal principles including offer, acceptance, consideration, intention to create legal relations, and capacity to contract.
Post-Brexit EU Legislation: Retained EU law affecting music rights and international copyright conventions that remain relevant after Brexit.
Collection Society Rules: Regulations from music rights organizations including PRS for Music, PPL, and MCPS that govern music licensing and royalty collection.
UK Data Protection Laws: UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 requirements for handling personal data in the context of music agreements.
Employment Law: Considerations regarding whether the relationship could be construed as employment rather than independent contracting, affecting rights and obligations.
