Music Distribution Agreement Template

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Music Distribution Agreement Template

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Music Distribution Agreement Template (1)
Between:
[Name of the Distributor]
[Distributor’s ID]
[Distributor’s Address]
[Distributor’s Phone]
[Distributor’s Email]
And:
[Name of the Artist]
[Artist’s ID]
[Artist’s Address]
Introduction:
This agreement outlines the terms under which the Distributor will distribute the Artist’s music recordings starting on [Contract Start Date].
Clause 1: Scope of Distribution Services
The Distributor agrees to distribute the Artist’s music across various platforms including, but not limited to, digital streaming services, online music stores, and physical distribution channels.
Clause 2: Royalties and Payment
The Distributor will pay the Artist royalties calculated as [percentage or amount] of the revenue generated from the sales and streams of the Artist’s music, payable on [frequency of payments].
Clause 3: Term and Termination
This agreement shall commence on [Effective Date] and continue for [duration]. Either party may terminate this agreement under the following conditions: [Specify reasons].
Clause 4: Ownership and Rights
The Artist retains ownership of all copyrights to their music. The Distributor has the right to distribute the music as stipulated in this agreement but does not obtain ownership rights.
Clause 5: Marketing and Promotion
The Distributor agrees to invest in marketing efforts to promote the Artist’s music and to collaborate with the Artist on promotional strategies.
Clause 6: Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality regarding any proprietary information shared during the term of this agreement.
Clause 7: Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction].
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Signature of the Distributor]
[Name of the Distributor]
[Signature of the Artist]
[Name of the Artist]
Music Distribution Agreement Template (2)
Between:
[Name of the Distributor]
[Distributor’s ID]
[Distributor’s Address]
[Distributor’s Phone]
[Distributor’s Email]
And:
[Name of the Artist]
[Artist’s ID]
[Artist’s Address]
Introduction:
This document serves to establish the music distribution rights granted to the Distributor by the Artist for the period beginning [Contract Start Date].
Clause 1: Definition of Services
The Distributor will provide the following services: distributing the Artist’s music through [list of platforms or channels].
Clause 2: Financial Arrangements
The Artist will receive a royalty of [specific percentage] for each sale or stream, payable on a [monthly/quarterly] basis.
Clause 3: Duration of Agreement
The agreement is effective for a period of [X years/months] and may be renewed upon mutual consent.
Clause 4: Grant of Rights
The Artist grants the Distributor non-exclusive rights to distribute the music as specified in this agreement.
Clause 5: Marketing Responsibilities
The Distributor will undertake marketing efforts, which include [specific marketing activities], to promote the Artist’s music effectively.
Clause 6: Non-Disclosure Agreement
Both parties agree to safeguard the confidential information exchanged during the course of their relationship.
Clause 7: Legal Compliance
Both parties warrant that they will comply with all applicable laws and regulations concerning music distribution.
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Signature of the Distributor]
[Name of the Distributor]
[Signature of the Artist]
[Name of the Artist]

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Music Distribution Agreement Template

1. Distributor Information


2. Artist Information


3. Agreement Details


4. Scope of Distribution

5. Royalties and Payment Terms

6. Marketing and Promotion

7. Ownership Rights

8. Termination Clauses

9. Signatures and Acceptance

10. Declaration and Signatures




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