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The Band Manager Contract serves as the foundational document governing the professional relationship between musical artists and their business representative in India. This agreement is essential when a band seeks professional management for their career development, touring, negotiations, and overall business affairs. The contract, while adhering to Indian legal requirements, typically includes detailed provisions for manager's duties, compensation structure, intellectual property rights management, and termination conditions. It becomes particularly crucial as bands transition from informal arrangements to professional management, requiring clear definition of roles, responsibilities, and financial terms. The document must comply with various Indian laws including the Indian Contract Act 1872, Copyright Act 1957, and relevant entertainment industry regulations, while addressing specific needs of the Indian music industry landscape.

1. Parties: Identification of the band (including all members) and the manager with their complete legal details

2. Background: Brief history of the band, current status, and context for engaging the manager

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Services', 'Term', 'Revenue', 'Territory', etc.

4. Appointment and Term: Formal appointment of manager, duration of agreement, and renewal terms

5. Manager's Services and Obligations: Comprehensive list of services to be provided by the manager including career development, booking shows, negotiations, etc.

6. Band's Obligations: Band's commitments and responsibilities to enable the manager to perform their duties

7. Compensation and Commission: Manager's fee structure, commission percentages, and payment terms

8. Accounting and Records: Requirements for financial record-keeping, reporting, and audit rights

9. Intellectual Property Rights: Protection and management of the band's IP including name, logos, and recordings

10. Exclusivity: Terms of exclusive representation and any territorial limitations

11. Termination: Grounds for termination, notice periods, and consequences of termination

12. Post-Termination Obligations: Obligations and restrictions that survive after contract termination

13. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

14. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, entire agreement, amendments, governing law, etc.