Create a bespoke document in minutes, or upload and review your own.
Get your first 2 documents free
Your data doesn't train Genie's AI
You keep IP ownership of your information
Music Copyright Agreement
"I need a Music Copyright Agreement for licensing my original song compositions to a digital streaming platform, with worldwide distribution rights and quarterly royalty payments starting from March 2025, including specific provisions for user-generated content usage."
1. Parties: Identification of the rights holder(s) and the licensee/assignee, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, identification of the musical works, and general purpose of the agreement
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Musical Works', 'Rights', 'Territory', 'Royalties', etc.
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being transferred or licensed, including reproduction, distribution, public performance, and adaptation rights
5. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical scope of the rights granted
6. Royalties and Payment Terms: Payment structure, royalty rates, payment frequency, and reporting requirements
7. Ownership and Copyright: Clear statement of copyright ownership and any retained rights
8. Warranties and Representations: Guarantees regarding ownership, originality, and right to enter into the agreement
9. Obligations of the Parties: Specific duties of each party, including promotion, registration, and protection of the works
10. Termination: Circumstances under which the agreement can be terminated and the consequences of termination
11. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, entire agreement, governing law, and dispute resolution
1. Moral Rights: Specific provisions regarding moral rights under New Zealand law, used when moral rights are being asserted or waived
2. Sub-licensing Rights: Include when the licensee is permitted to grant sub-licenses
3. Digital Rights Management: Specific provisions for digital distribution and protection, used for digital-focused agreements
4. Synchronization Rights: Include when the music may be used in film, TV, or other audio-visual works
5. Mechanical Rights: Include when physical reproduction rights are being granted
6. Performance Rights: Include when public performance rights are being granted
7. International Rights: Additional provisions for international exploitation of the works
8. Sampling Rights: Include when the right to sample the music is being granted or restricted
9. Credit and Attribution: Specific requirements for how the rights holder should be credited
1. Schedule 1 - Musical Works: Detailed list of all musical works covered by the agreement, including titles, composers, and registration numbers
2. Schedule 2 - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different types of usage
3. Schedule 3 - Approved Uses: Specific list of approved uses and any restrictions on usage
4. Schedule 4 - Territory Restrictions: Detailed breakdown of any territorial restrictions or specific territory-based terms
5. Appendix A - Copyright Registrations: Copies or details of copyright registrations for the musical works
6. Appendix B - Prior Licenses: List of any existing licenses or agreements affecting the musical works
7. Appendix C - Reporting Templates: Standard forms for royalty reporting and accounting
Authors
Musical Work
Sound Recording
Composition
Lyrics
Arrangement
Copyright
Territory
Term
Effective Date
Royalties
Net Revenue
Gross Revenue
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Synchronization Rights
Digital Rights
Streaming
Download
Master Recording
Derivative Works
Publishing Rights
Sub-Publishing Rights
License
Exclusive Rights
Non-Exclusive Rights
Commercial Release
Distribution Channels
Digital Service Providers
Physical Format
Public Performance
Broadcasting
Adaptation
Sampling
Music Video
Accounting Period
Payment Terms
Intellectual Property Rights
Moral Rights
Performing Rights Society
Recording Industry Association
Writer's Share
Publisher's Share
Collection Society
Administrative Rights
Force Majeure
Material Breach
Confidential Information
Related Rights
Exploitation
Usage Reports
Grant of Rights
Term and Territory
Exclusivity
Royalties
Payment Terms
Copyright Ownership
Moral Rights
Warranties and Representations
Assignment
Sub-licensing
Digital Rights
Performance Rights
Mechanical Rights
Synchronization Rights
Confidentiality
Intellectual Property
Termination
Force Majeure
Indemnification
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Amendment
Notices
Entire Agreement
Severability
Assignment and Transfer
Recording Rights
Distribution Rights
Accounting and Auditing
Credit and Attribution
Marketing and Promotion
Quality Control
Non-Competition
Third Party Rights
Liability
Music and Entertainment
Media and Broadcasting
Digital Technology
Film and Television
Advertising
Gaming
Retail and Hospitality
Events and Live Entertainment
Digital Streaming
Publishing
Education
Legal
Rights Management
Business Affairs
Licensing
Royalties
Digital Distribution
Content Acquisition
Artist Relations
Publishing
Copyright Administration
Intellectual Property
Music Rights Manager
Copyright Administrator
Legal Counsel
Entertainment Lawyer
Music Publisher
Licensing Manager
Artist Manager
Business Affairs Director
Intellectual Property Specialist
Contract Administrator
Music Producer
A&R Manager
Digital Rights Manager
Royalty Manager
Music Supervisor
Content Acquisition Manager
Find the exact document you need
Property Rights Agreement
A legal document governed by New Zealand law that establishes or transfers property rights, incorporating local property legislation and regulatory requirements.
Music Copyright Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement that establishes copyright ownership, licensing terms, and usage rights for musical works, operating under NZ Copyright Act 1994.
Employee IP Agreement
A New Zealand-compliant agreement establishing employer ownership of intellectual property created by employees during their employment period.
Intellectual Property Disclosure Form
A New Zealand-compliant legal document for formally recording and disclosing intellectual property creation, ownership, and details.
Patent Non Disclosure Agreement
A New Zealand-governed non-disclosure agreement specifically designed to protect confidential information related to patents and inventions during business discussions or evaluation.
Intellectual Property Form
A New Zealand-compliant legal document for managing intellectual property rights, including registration, transfer, and licensing of IP assets.
Trademark Use Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement setting out terms for licensed use of trademarks, including usage rights, quality control, and commercial terms.
Simple Intellectual Property Agreement
A streamlined intellectual property agreement under New Zealand law for managing IP transfers, licenses, and assignments between parties.
Patent Assignment Form
A legal document under New Zealand law for transferring patent ownership rights from one party to another, compliant with IPONZ requirements.
Agreement To Protect Intellectual Property
A New Zealand law-governed agreement establishing protections and obligations for shared intellectual property and confidential information.
Joint IP Agreement
A New Zealand-compliant agreement governing joint ownership and management of intellectual property between multiple parties.
Intellectual Property Lease Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement establishing terms for leasing intellectual property rights between parties, including usage rights, payments, and protection measures.
Intellectual Property Contract Agreement
A New Zealand law-compliant agreement governing the transfer, licensing, or protection of intellectual property rights between parties.
Short Form Copyright Assignment
A concise New Zealand law-governed agreement for transferring copyright ownership from one party to another.
Software IP Transfer Agreement
A New Zealand law-governed agreement for transferring software intellectual property rights and associated assets between parties.
IP Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement establishing terms for intellectual property ownership, protection, and commercialization rights.
Transfer Of Copyright Ownership Form
A New Zealand-compliant legal document for transferring copyright ownership rights from one party to another, governed by the NZ Copyright Act 1994.
IP Development Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement establishing terms for intellectual property development, including ownership rights, specifications, and delivery terms.
Intellectual Property Rights Agreement
A New Zealand law-governed agreement establishing intellectual property rights, ownership, and usage terms between parties.
Patent Transfer Agreement
A legal agreement for transferring patent ownership rights from one party to another under New Zealand law and the Patents Act 2013.
Intellectual Property Purchase Agreement
A New Zealand-governed agreement for the transfer of intellectual property rights between parties, including terms of sale, warranties, and completion requirements.
Confidentiality Agreement For Intellectual Property
A New Zealand law-governed agreement protecting confidential intellectual property shared between parties during business relationships or collaborations.
IP License Agreement
A New Zealand law-governed agreement for licensing intellectual property rights between an IP owner and a licensee.
Download our whitepaper on the future of AI in Legal
Genie’s Security Promise
Genie is the safest place to draft. Here’s how we prioritise your privacy and security.
Your documents are private:
We do not train on your data; Genie’s AI improves independently
All data stored on Genie is private to your organisation
Your documents are protected:
Your documents are protected by ultra-secure 256-bit encryption
Our bank-grade security infrastructure undergoes regular external audits
We are ISO27001 certified, so your data is secure
Organizational security
You retain IP ownership of your documents
You have full control over your data and who gets to see it
Innovation in privacy:
Genie partnered with the Computational Privacy Department at Imperial College London
Together, we ran a £1 million research project on privacy and anonymity in legal contracts
Want to know more?
Visit our Trust Centre for more details and real-time security updates.
Read our Privacy Policy.