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Music Label Contract
"I need a Music Label Contract for a South African jazz ensemble, with special focus on international touring rights and digital platform distribution, including a 360-degree deal structure that covers merchandising and live performance revenue sharing."
1. Parties: Identification of the Record Label and Artist/Band members, including their legal details and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the artist's status and label's business
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical areas covered
5. Recording Commitment: Number of albums/singles to be recorded and delivery requirements
6. Recording Process: Details about studio selection, producer appointment, and recording standards
7. Ownership and Rights: Assignment of copyright and other intellectual property rights
8. Royalties and Payments: Payment terms, royalty rates, and calculation methods
9. Marketing and Promotion: Label's obligations regarding marketing, promotion, and distribution
10. Artist Obligations: Artist's commitments, exclusivity terms, and performance requirements
11. Warranties and Representations: Legal assurances from both parties
12. Termination: Circumstances under which the agreement can be terminated
13. General Terms: Standard legal provisions including notices, amendments, and governing law
1. 360 Rights: Additional rights for the label regarding merchandising, touring, and other revenue streams - used for comprehensive deals
2. Digital Distribution: Specific terms for digital platforms and streaming - essential for modern contracts but may be separate for traditional deals
3. Advance Payments: Terms for advance payments to the artist - included when the label offers upfront funding
4. Image Rights: Control and usage of artist's image and likeness - important for high-profile artists
5. Publishing Rights: Terms regarding songwriting and publishing - included when the deal includes publishing rights
6. International Distribution: Specific terms for international markets - relevant for deals with international scope
7. Band Member Provisions: Special provisions for bands including member changes - only needed for group artists
8. Minimum Marketing Commitment: Specific marketing budget or activity commitments - included for major deals
1. Schedule 1: Recording Schedule: Detailed timeline for recording and delivery of albums/singles
2. Schedule 2: Royalty Calculations: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different formats and territories
3. Schedule 3: Approved Recording Budget: Breakdown of approved recording costs and budget allocation
4. Schedule 4: Minimum Recording Requirements: Technical specifications for recordings
5. Schedule 5: Restricted Material: List of any pre-existing material excluded from the agreement
6. Appendix A: Artist's Prior Commitments: List of any pre-existing obligations or contracts
7. Appendix B: Approved Third-Party Agreements: List of permitted external commitments or collaborations
8. Appendix C: Marketing Plan: Initial marketing strategy and commitments
Authors
Artist
Album
Advance
Accounting Period
Artwork
Broadcasting Rights
Commencement Date
Commercial Release
Controlled Composition
Copyright
Digital Distribution
Digital Service Provider
Distribution Rights
Effective Date
Exclusive Recording Artist
Entertainment Industry
Fiscal Year
Foreign Rights
Group
Gross Revenues
Initial Period
Internet Rights
Label
Licensed Rights
Master Recording
Marketing Materials
Mechanical Rights
Merchandise
Minimum Commitment
Music Publishing Rights
Music Video
Net Profits
Option Period
Performance Rights
Producer
Recording Costs
Recording Schedule
Recordings
Release
Remix Rights
Reproduction Rights
Royalties
Royalty Rate
Single
Streaming
Synchronization Rights
Term
Territory
Third Party Platform
Tour Support
Trade Mark
Video Rights
Works
Duration
Exclusivity
Recording Commitment
Delivery Requirements
Rights Assignment
Copyright
Intellectual Property
Recording Process
Recording Costs
Advances
Royalties
Digital Rights
Distribution Rights
Marketing and Promotion
Artist Obligations
Label Obligations
Performance Requirements
Release Commitment
Territory Rights
Mechanical Rights
Synchronization Rights
Merchandising Rights
Publishing Rights
Image Rights
Social Media
Third Party Platforms
Accounting
Audit Rights
Warranties
Representations
Indemnification
Force Majeure
Termination
Breach
Remedies
Assignment
Confidentiality
Non-Compete
Notices
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Jurisdiction
Entire Agreement
Amendment
Severability
Waiver
Costs
Force Majeure
Music and Entertainment
Media
Digital Media
Publishing
Performing Arts
Recording Industry
Entertainment Law
Intellectual Property
Digital Distribution
Creative Industries
Legal
Business Affairs
Artists and Repertoire
Royalties
Digital Rights Management
Marketing
Finance
Production
Distribution
Executive
Legal Counsel
Entertainment Lawyer
Artist Manager
A&R Manager
Music Producer
Business Affairs Manager
Contracts Manager
Rights Manager
Royalties Manager
Digital Rights Manager
Label Executive
CEO
Managing Director
Finance Director
Marketing Director
Legal Director
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