Music Recording Contract for Canada
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Music Recording Contract
"I need a Music Recording Contract for a Canadian indie rock band of 4 members, with specific provisions for digital streaming rights and group member changes, planning for an initial 2-album deal with worldwide distribution rights starting March 2025."
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1. Parties: Identification of the record label and artist(s), including legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including artist's status and label's business
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Recording', 'Territory', 'Term', 'Master Recordings', etc.
4. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical scope of rights granted
5. Recording Commitment: Number of albums/singles to be recorded and delivery requirements
6. Recording Procedures: Process for selection of material, producers, studios, and recording approval
7. Grant of Rights: Rights granted to the label including recording, distribution, and exploitation rights
8. Advances and Recording Costs: Financial terms including advances, budgets, and recording cost arrangements
9. Royalties: Detailed royalty calculations, rates, and payment terms
10. Accounting and Auditing: Requirements for financial reporting and artist's audit rights
11. Marketing and Promotion: Label's obligations regarding promotion and marketing of recordings
12. Artist Obligations: Artist's commitments including exclusivity, availability, and promotional duties
13. Warranties and Indemnities: Standard representations and warranties from both parties
14. Termination: Circumstances under which the agreement can be terminated and consequences
15. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including notices, assignment, and governing law
1. Group Provisions: Required for bands/groups to address member changes and individual obligations
2. Producer Agreement: When specific producer arrangements need to be incorporated into main agreement
3. Merchandising Rights: If the label is acquiring merchandising rights as part of the deal
4. Publishing Rights: When the deal includes music publishing rights
5. Digital Distribution: Specific provisions for digital platforms and new technologies
6. International Distribution: Detailed terms for international markets and sub-licensing
7. Name and Likeness Rights: Detailed provisions for use of artist's image and brand
8. Side Artist Appearances: Terms governing artist's appearances on other recordings
9. Live Performance Provisions: If label has any rights or obligations regarding live performances
1. Schedule A - Advance Schedule: Detailed breakdown of advance payments and timing
2. Schedule B - Recording Budget: Itemized recording budget and cost allocation
3. Schedule C - Royalty Calculations: Detailed royalty rates for different formats and territories
4. Schedule D - Mechanical License Terms: Standard mechanical license terms for compositions
5. Schedule E - Minimum Marketing Commitment: Specific marketing and promotion requirements
6. Appendix 1 - Producer Agreement Template: Standard form producer agreement
7. Appendix 2 - Recording Schedule: Timeline for recording and delivery of albums/singles
8. Appendix 3 - Approved Recording Studios: List of pre-approved recording studios
9. Appendix 4 - Territory Restrictions: Specific territorial exclusions or special provisions
Authors
Music & Entertainment
Media
Digital Distribution
Publishing
Legal Services
Marketing & Advertising
Technology
Retail
Legal
Artists and Repertoire (A&R)
Business Affairs
Rights Management
Marketing
Finance
Digital
Production
Commercial
Administration
Legal Counsel
A&R Manager
Business Affairs Manager
Contract Administrator
Rights Manager
Music Producer
Artist Manager
Marketing Director
Digital Distribution Manager
Finance Manager
Royalty Administrator
Publishing Administrator
CEO/Label Head
Commercial Director
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