Record Label Licensing Agreement Template for South Africa

1. Sub-Licensing Rights: Include when the label may need to sub-license the material to third parties

2. Digital Distribution: Specific provisions for digital platforms and streaming services

3. Synchronization Rights: Include when licensing for film, TV, or advertising is part of the deal

4. Compilation Rights: Rights to include recordings in compilations or best-of collections

5. International Distribution: Specific terms for international markets and sub-distributors

6. Artist Approval Rights: When the original artist retains certain approval rights

7. Remixing Rights: Terms for creating and distributing remixed versions

8. NFT and Web3 Rights: Include for digital blockchain-based exploitation rights

9. Live Performance Rights: Include if the agreement covers live performance recordings

10. Merchandise Rights: Include if merchandise production and sales are part of the license

1. Schedule A - Licensed Recordings: Complete list of recordings covered by the agreement

2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different formats and territories

3. Schedule C - Technical Specifications: Detailed technical requirements for master recordings and artwork

4. Schedule D - Approved Distribution Platforms: List of approved digital and physical distribution channels

5. Schedule E - Marketing Commitments: Specific marketing and promotion commitments with timelines

6. Schedule F - Accounting Procedures: Detailed procedures for royalty calculations and payments

7. Appendix 1 - Artwork Guidelines: Specifications for artwork and packaging

8. Appendix 2 - Quality Control Standards: Detailed quality control requirements and procedures

9. Appendix 3 - Reporting Templates: Standard forms for sales and royalty reporting