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The Co-Publishing Agreement is a crucial document in the music publishing industry, used when two or more parties wish to share the publishing rights and responsibilities for musical works. This agreement type is particularly relevant in Ireland's growing music industry, where it must comply with both Irish copyright law and European Union regulations. The document establishes the framework for joint ownership of publishing rights, detailing revenue splits, administrative responsibilities, and territorial rights. It becomes necessary when songwriters or publishers want to partner with larger publishing entities while retaining partial ownership of their works, or when multiple publishers agree to jointly manage and exploit musical compositions. The agreement covers essential aspects such as copyright registration, royalty collection and distribution, licensing rights, and administrative duties, while ensuring alignment with Irish legal requirements and industry standards.
