Document background
The Recording Agreement serves as the foundational document establishing the professional relationship between record labels and recording artists in Austria. It is typically used when a record label wishes to secure exclusive rights to an artist's recordings and oversee their commercial exploitation. The agreement must comply with Austrian legal requirements, particularly the Urheberrechtsgesetz (Copyright Act) and ABGB (Civil Code), while addressing modern digital distribution channels and exploitation methods. This comprehensive contract covers essential aspects including recording obligations, budget allocation, royalty structures, marketing commitments, and rights assignment. The Recording Agreement is particularly crucial in the Austrian market as it must balance local legal requirements with international music industry standards, especially considering Austria's position within the EU market.
