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Record Label Contract
"I need a Record Label Contract for a Dutch electronic music duo, with special provisions for digital-only releases and streaming platform distribution, including revenue sharing arrangements for remixes and collaborations with other artists."
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 'Recordings', 'Territory', 'Term', 'Net Profits', etc.
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being granted to the label including recording, distribution, and exploitation rights
5. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical scope of the rights granted
6. Recording Obligations: Artist's obligations regarding delivery of recordings, including quantity and technical specifications
7. Release Commitment: Label's obligations regarding release of recordings and marketing efforts
8. Compensation: Royalty rates, advances, and other financial terms
9. Accounting and Payment: Terms for royalty calculations, statements, and payment schedules
10. Ownership and Copyright: Clarification of ownership rights in recordings and related materials
11. Name and Likeness: Terms regarding use of artist's name, image, and biographical material
12. Warranties and Representations: Artist and label warranties regarding capacity, rights, and obligations
13. Termination: Conditions and procedures for ending the agreement
14. Post-Termination Rights: Rights and obligations that survive contract termination
15. Confidentiality: Terms regarding non-disclosure of contract terms and sensitive information
16. Notices: Procedures for formal communications between parties
17. General Provisions: Standard legal provisions including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement
1. Group Provisions: Required when contracting with a band or group rather than solo artist, addressing membership changes and individual obligations
2. Producer Arrangements: When specific producer agreements need to be incorporated into main agreement
3. Publishing Rights: When the deal includes publishing rights in addition to recording rights
4. Merchandising Rights: When the label is granted rights to produce and sell artist merchandise
5. Touring and Live Performances: When the label has involvement in live performance arrangements
6. Artist Management: When the label provides management services in addition to recording services
7. Digital Platform Specific Terms: When special provisions are needed for specific digital platforms or streaming services
8. International Distribution: When specific international distribution arrangements need to be detailed
9. Side Artist Appearances: When addressing artist appearances on other recordings during the contract term
10. Video Production: When specific music video or visual content production terms need to be included
1. Schedule A - Recording Schedule: Detailed timeline for recording and delivery of albums/singles
2. Schedule B - Recording Budget: Breakdown of approved recording costs and budget allocation
3. Schedule C - Minimum Marketing Commitment: Specific marketing and promotion commitments from the label
4. Schedule D - Royalty Calculations: Detailed methodology for calculating different types of royalties
5. Schedule E - Technical Specifications: Required technical standards for recordings and artwork
6. Schedule F - Territory Restrictions: Specific territorial exclusions or special arrangements
7. Schedule G - Approved Third-Party Agreements: List of pre-existing or approved external agreements
8. Appendix 1 - Producer Agreement Template: Standard form agreement for producers
9. Appendix 2 - Mechanical License Template: Standard form for mechanical licensing of compositions
10. Appendix 3 - Artist Brand Guidelines: Guidelines for use of artist name and likeness
Authors
Artist
Advances
Album
Audiovisual Recording
Bundled Service
Commercial Release
Composition
Confidential Information
Controlled Composition
Copyright
Digital Distribution
Digital Download
Distribution Channel
Effective Date
Electronic Transmission
GDPR
Grant of Rights
Gross Receipts
Initial Period
Label
Licensed Rights
Marketing Budget
Master Recording
Mechanical Rights
Merchandising Rights
Minimum Commitment
Music Video
Name and Likeness
Neighboring Rights
Net Profits
Net Receipts
Option Period
Performance Rights
Physical Product
Producer
Publishing Rights
Recording Costs
Recording Schedule
Recoupable Expenses
Royalty Rate
Streaming
Synchronization Rights
Singles
Territory
Term
Third Party Platform
Tour Support
Track
User-Generated Content
Video Rights
Grant of Rights
Term and Territory
Recording Obligations
Release Commitment
Royalties and Advances
Payment Terms
Accounting and Audit Rights
Copyright and Ownership
Name and Likeness
Marketing and Promotion
Distribution Rights
Exclusivity
Recording Budget
Digital Exploitation
Warranties and Representations
Indemnification
Termination
Post-Termination Rights
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Force Majeure
Assignment and Transfer
Entire Agreement
Governing Law
Jurisdiction
Notices
Severability
Third Party Rights
Amendment
Waiver
Further Assurance
Costs
Counterparts
Music Industry
Entertainment
Digital Media
Publishing
Performing Arts
Live Events
Digital Distribution
Media Licensing
Intellectual Property
Creative Industries
Legal
Business Affairs
Artist & Repertoire
Finance
Royalties
Digital Rights
Marketing
Creative
Publishing
Operations
Distribution
International
A&R Manager
Legal Counsel
Music Producer
Business Affairs Director
Artist Manager
Copyright Administrator
Royalties Manager
Digital Rights Manager
Contract Administrator
Finance Director
Marketing Manager
Distribution Manager
Creative Director
Publishing Manager
Talent Scout
Operations Manager
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