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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards CDBaby Terms of Service. As an artist and legal expert, I'll decode the contract specifics, highlighting potential traps and key points like non-exclusive agreements, ISRC codes, and what those "I Agree" boxes really entail. This deep dive will unveil hidden clauses that could impact your royalties and rights, drawing from our CDBaby exposed series to question if CDBaby presents similar issues. Through practical insights, I aim to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate these agreements confidently, ensuring your music and rights are safeguarded in this digital age. Let's dissect, discuss, and demand transparency and fairness in music distribution, making sure artists are fully informed and protected. Don't Sign Up Until You Watch This!
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle, and show/music producer That Orko are answering your questions about copyright, DSPs, Spotify royalties, legal structures for indie labels, and more. They explore the necessity of copyright registration in every country, the benefits of sync licensing, and the intricacies of Spotify cover song royalties. Drop your questions and get them answered Live every wed at 5pm pst.
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko discuss why every independent artist and producer should approach their career like a record label. They emphasize the importance of understanding what you're trying to build and how starting a record label can be a retirement plan. Breaking down the administrative and legal aspects of starting a label, encouraging action and providing resources for learning the music business.
The conversation goes into their own experience starting 'Your Passion Is The Foundation' record label, highlighting the importance of passion as the foundation of success. Discussing the excitement of creating an infrastructure around oneself and the benefits of thinking like a label. Practical advice is shared on picking a name, running a knockout search, securing social media handles, and setting up a professional website. Diving deep into building a team, finding your niche, and understanding legal protections like LLCs, copyrights, and trademarks. Stressing the importance of consistent marketing and audience engagement, debunking myths about content fatigue and oversaturation. This video is your Step-By-Step Guide.
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Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine.
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko answer your questions on:
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On this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle and music producer That Orko dive into practical advice for musicians. They discuss ways to Stop wasting your time with common habits and focus on what truly matters in the music industry. From overcoming perfectionism to embracing online presence and prioritizing skill development, they provide straightforward tips to help you succeed. Tune in to learn how to navigate the music business effectively and start making real progress in your career. Visit topmusicattorney.com for additional resources to support your journey.
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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle breaks down the intricacies of music sampling and its legal ramifications. Find out how copyright registration can mean seeking significant statutory damages, potentially up to $120,000 per infringement. Dive into the distinctions between sampling, cover songs, remixes, mashups, and interpolations. learn the Differences Between Samples, Cover Songs, & Remixes. Stay protected.
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On this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, where entertainment attorney Miss Krystle and renowned show/music producer That Orko delve into Pharrell Williams' latest album release 'Black Yacht Rock Vol.1', the dispute between Chad Hugo & Pharrell Williams over The Neptunes, and the concept of Direct To Consumer music distribution. Explore the strategies artists are adopting to connect directly with their fans, including Curtiss King's decision to remove all music from Spotify and the implications of the Living Wage For Musicians Act. We're talking selling music directly to fans through websites, the profitability of Direct To Consumer models, and alternative revenue streams for independent artists. Discover the power of platforms like Bandcamp and the importance of fan support in today's music industry landscape. Plus, uncover exclusive tips on making money through your website.
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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards DistroKid's Terms of Service. As an artist and legal expert, I'll decode the contract specifics, highlighting potential traps and key points like non-exclusive agreements, ISRC codes, and what those "I Agree" boxes really entail. This deep dive will unveil hidden clauses that could impact your royalties and rights, drawing from our TuneCore exposed series to question if DistroKid presents similar issues. Through practical insights, I aim to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate these agreements confidently, ensuring your music and rights are safeguarded in this digital age. Let's dissect, discuss, and demand transparency and fairness in music distribution, making sure artists are fully informed and protected. Don't Sign Up Until You Watch This!
DistroKid Exposed : Terms Of Service...
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