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1. Parties: Identification of the record company and the artist/band, including their legal status and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' intentions
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Term: Duration of the agreement, including initial period and extension options
5. Recording Commitment: Artist's obligations regarding number of recordings, delivery schedules, and quality standards
6. Recording Process: Details about studio selection, producer appointment, and recording procedures
7. Budget and Costs: Recording budget allocation, payment terms, and cost responsibilities
8. Rights Granted: Transfer/license of rights in the recordings, including exploitation rights under German law
9. Royalties: Calculation and payment of royalties, including digital exploitation
10. Accounting and Auditing: Royalty accounting procedures, statements, and audit rights
11. Marketing and Promotion: Obligations regarding promotion, publicity, and marketing activities
12. Warranties and Representations: Artist's and label's warranties regarding rights, permissions, and capabilities
13. Termination: Grounds for termination and consequences thereof
14. Notices: Communication procedures between parties
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of German law application and jurisdiction
1. Artist Group Provisions: Required when contracting with a band rather than solo artist, covering group member changes and internal relationships
2. Producer Arrangements: Needed when specific producer terms need to be incorporated into the main agreement
3. Synchronization Rights: Detailed section for artists whose music is likely to be used in films/TV/advertising
4. Publishing Rights: Include when the deal includes publishing rights assignment
5. Merchandising Rights: Required when the label will handle merchandising exploitation
6. International Distribution: Specific provisions for international distribution arrangements
7. Digital Platforms: Detailed provisions for digital distribution and social media presence
8. Live Performance Obligations: Include when the agreement covers live performance commitments
1. Schedule 1 - Recording Schedule: Detailed timeline for recording deliverables and deadlines
2. Schedule 2 - Recording Budget: Detailed breakdown of approved recording costs and budget allocation
3. Schedule 3 - Technical Specifications: Required technical standards for master recordings
4. Schedule 4 - Royalty Calculations: Detailed royalty rates for different exploitation types
5. Schedule 5 - Approved Recording Studios: List of pre-approved recording studios
6. Schedule 6 - Minimum Marketing Commitment: Detailed marketing and promotion commitments
7. Appendix A - Band Member Details: Details of all band members and their roles (for group agreements)
8. Appendix B - Existing Recordings: List of any existing recordings covered by the agreement
Artist
Budget
Commercial Release
Composition
Confidential Information
Contract Period
Contract Year
Delivery
Digital Distribution
Distribution Channel
Exploitation
GEMA
GVL
Initial Period
Label
Licensed Territory
Marketing Materials
Master Recording
Mechanical Rights
Minimum Commitment
Net Receipts
Option Period
Performer's Rights
Producer
Production Costs
Recording Costs
Recording Schedule
Recording Services
Related Rights
Release Date
Royalty Rate
Royalty Statement
Sampling
Sound Recording
Streaming
Synchronization Rights
Term
Territory
Third Party Platform
Unit
Usage Rights
Video Recording
Work Made for Hire
Recording Commitment
Exclusivity
Term and Duration
Delivery Requirements
Technical Specifications
Recording Budget
Payment Terms
Royalties
Accounting
Audit Rights
Marketing and Promotion
Distribution
Digital Exploitation
Synchronization Rights
Mechanical Rights
Performer's Rights
Warranties and Representations
Indemnification
Confidentiality
Non-Competition
Moral Rights
Credit and Attribution
Approval Rights
Recording Schedule
Producer Engagement
Studio Selection
Artist Obligations
Label Obligations
Minimum Commitment
Option Exercise
Termination
Force Majeure
Assignment and Transfer
Third Party Rights
Collecting Society
Social Security
Insurance
Limitation of Liability
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Severability
Entire Agreement
Amendment
Notices
Band Member Provisions
Definitions
Interpretation
Music
Entertainment
Media
Digital Media
Publishing
Live Entertainment
Digital Distribution
Recording Industry
Performing Arts
Legal
Artist & Repertoire
Business Affairs
Rights Management
Finance
Marketing
Digital
Production
Royalties
Contract Administration
A&R Director
Legal Counsel
Music Producer
Business Affairs Manager
Artist Manager
Rights Manager
Contract Administrator
Music Publishing Manager
Digital Rights Manager
Finance Director
Marketing Director
Recording Artist
Band Member
Music Industry Lawyer
Royalty Manager
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