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Copyright License Agreement For Music
I need a Copyright License Agreement for Music between my indie record label and a major streaming platform, covering a catalog of 50 songs for digital distribution in Canada and the USA, with a five-year term starting January 2025 and including options for playlist inclusion and promotional use.
1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (copyright owner) and licensee, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, description of the musical work(s), and confirmation of ownership/right to license
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms including 'Musical Works', 'Territory', 'Term', 'Net Revenue', 'Exploitation Rights'
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being licensed, including reproduction, distribution, public performance, and modification rights
5. Territory and Duration: Geographical scope of the license and term length, including renewal options
6. Payment Terms: License fees, royalty rates, payment schedule, accounting periods, and audit rights
7. Obligations of the Parties: Responsibilities of both licensor and licensee, including quality control and reporting requirements
8. Copyright Notices: Requirements for displaying copyright notices and credits
9. Warranties and Representations: Warranties regarding ownership, right to license, and non-infringement
10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement, renewal terms, and grounds for termination
11. Indemnification: Mutual indemnification provisions for breach of warranties or misuse
12. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, dispute resolution, and entire agreement
1. Synchronization Rights: Include when licensing music for use in film, TV, or other audio-visual works
2. Digital Distribution: Include for specific terms regarding streaming platforms and digital service providers
3. Sub-licensing Rights: Include when licensee is permitted to sub-license the music to third parties
4. Creative Control: Include when licensor wants to maintain control over how the music is used or modified
5. Marketing and Promotion: Include specific terms for how the music can be used in promotional materials
6. Collection Society Arrangements: Include when dealing with SOCAN or other collection society involvement
7. Moral Rights: Include specific provisions regarding waiver or assertion of moral rights
8. International Rights: Include for cross-border licensing arrangements with specific territory requirements
1. Schedule A - Licensed Musical Works: Detailed list of all musical works covered by the agreement, including titles, composers, and registration numbers
2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different types of use and territories
3. Schedule C - Approved Uses: Specific examples and limitations of how the musical works may be used
4. Schedule D - Technical Specifications: Technical requirements for music delivery, format specifications, and quality standards
5. Schedule E - Reporting Templates: Templates for usage reports, royalty calculations, and other required reporting
6. Appendix 1 - Copyright Registrations: Copies of copyright registrations and chain of title documentation
7. Appendix 2 - Prior Licenses: List of any existing licenses that may affect the current agreement
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