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Music Publishing Contract
"I need a Music Publishing Contract for a New Zealand indie rock band granting worldwide rights to their future compositions for a 3-year term starting January 2025, with specific provisions for digital platform revenue sharing and the option to extend for two additional years."
1. Parties: Identification of the songwriter/composer and the music publisher
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' intentions
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Works', 'Territory', 'Publishing Rights', 'Net Revenue'
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being transferred to the publisher, including reproduction, distribution, and licensing rights
5. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical scope of the rights granted
6. Publisher Obligations: Publisher's duties regarding promotion, exploitation, and administration of the works
7. Songwriter Obligations: Songwriter's duties, warranties, and commitments regarding the works
8. Royalties and Payment: Payment terms, royalty rates, and calculation methods
9. Accounting and Statements: Requirements for financial reporting and payment schedules
10. Copyright Registration: Obligations regarding copyright registration and protection of the works
11. Moral Rights: Recognition and protection of moral rights under New Zealand law
12. Termination: Conditions and procedures for ending the agreement
13. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and interpretation
1. Sub-Publishing: Terms for appointing sub-publishers in other territories - include when international exploitation is anticipated
2. Minimum Commitment: Minimum number of works to be delivered - include for exclusive songwriter agreements
3. Advance Payments: Terms for advance payments against future royalties - include when advances are offered
4. Digital Rights: Specific provisions for digital exploitation - include for contemporary agreements with significant digital focus
5. Writer's Share Collection: Terms for direct collection of writer's share - include when relevant to the specific arrangement
6. Co-Writing: Provisions for works created with other writers - include when songwriter regularly collaborates
7. Existing Works: Terms covering previously created works - include when agreement covers existing catalogue
8. Creative Control: Provisions for approval rights over use of works - include for high-profile songwriters
1. Schedule 1: Works: List of musical works covered by the agreement
2. Schedule 2: Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages for different types of use
3. Schedule 3: Minimum Activity Requirements: Specific promotional and exploitation activities required of the publisher
4. Schedule 4: Accounting Procedures: Detailed procedures for royalty calculations and payments
5. Appendix A: Assignment of Copyright: Formal assignment of copyright document
6. Appendix B: Mechanical Licensing Terms: Standard terms for mechanical licensing
7. Appendix C: Digital Exploitation Terms: Specific terms for digital platforms and uses
8. Appendix D: Sub-Publishing Territory List: List of territories and appointed sub-publishers
Authors
Music Industry
Entertainment
Media
Publishing
Intellectual Property
Arts and Culture
Digital Media
Recording Industry
Performance Rights
Creative Industries
Legal
Rights Management
Business Affairs
Royalties
Copyright Administration
Artist & Repertoire
Publishing Administration
Licensing
Contract Administration
Business Development
Music Publisher
Rights Administrator
Legal Counsel
Copyright Manager
Contracts Manager
A&R Manager
Business Affairs Manager
Royalty Manager
Publishing Director
Creative Director
Music Supervisor
Legal Officer
Licensing Manager
Artist Manager
Business Development Manager
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