Entertainment attorney, public speaker, author, and dark pop singer, Miss Krystle discusses how to build your music business and brand and talks about everything in the entertainment industry: from legal, business, career, and everything in between on The Top Music Attorney Podcast.
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards TuneCore Terms of Service. As an artist and legal expert, I'll decode the contract specifics, highlighting potential traps and key points like non-exclusive agreements, ISRC codes, and what those "I Agree" boxes really entail. This deep dive will unveil hidden clauses that could impact your royalties and rights, drawing from our TuneCore exposed series. Through practical insights, I aim to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate these agreements confidently, ensuring your music and rights are safeguarded in this digital age. Let's dissect, discuss, and demand transparency and fairness in music distribution, making sure artists are fully informed and protected. Don't Sign Up Until You Listen To This!
Introduction
TuneCore Exposed Recap
CD Baby, DistroKid, & TuneCore Terms Of Service Comparison
TuneCore Terms Of Service
Terms Of Service Update
Legal Agreement
Right To Forfeit Royalties
Streaming Manipulation
Streaming Manipulation Penalties
Improper Conduct
Return Of Revenues
Redistributing Funds To Third Parties
Reimbursement Of Fees
Deduction Of Royalties For Legal Fees & Damages
Charging PayPal Accounts, Credit/Debit Cards, Etc.
Payments
Your Income In An Interest Bearing-Bank For TuneCore
Subscription Fees
Confidentiality
Bar Codes And Universal Product Codes
Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
Legal Proceedings
Notice
Force Majeure Events
Not Liable To Damages
Contact Information (copyright@tunecore.com)
Conclusion
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THAT ORKO (SHOW PRODUCER AND MUSIC PRODUCER) SOCIALS
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VIDEO SHOT AND EDITED BY:
Dukes Up Records
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THEME / SHOW MUSIC BY:
That Orko
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko discuss the complex world of leased and licensed beats, sharing insights from their extensive experience as music attorneys. They discuss common issues that arise, such as poorly drafted contracts, lack of legal advice, and verbal agreements that lead to disputes. The conversation focuses on a recent case involving UK rapper Ren and producer Kujo, who are embroiled in a public copyright battle and public social media battle over the song "Sick Boi." where the music video was hit with a copyright strike and removed from YouTube. The episode explores the legal nuances of this dispute, examining comments from both parties and offering expert advice on handling similar situations in the music industry.
Listeners will gain valuable knowledge about the importance of clear agreements and the potential pitfalls of using unlicensed samples. Miss Krystle and That Orko provide a detailed analysis of the Ren-Kujo case, highlighting the necessity of understanding the terms of a beat license and the implications of unauthorized sample use. They also emphasize the significance of proactive communication and the role of attorneys in resolving such disputes. This episode is a must-listen for artists, producers, and anyone interested in the legal aspects of music creation and distribution.
00:00 Intro
01:07 Coming Up
01:52 Ren Receives Copyright Strike Over "Sick Boi"
02:24 Ren's Dispute With Producer Kujo
02:55 Tag Ren & Kujo!
03:17 "Sick Boi" Beat
03:45 Ren's Community Posts
04:57 Exclusive or Non-exclusive License Beat
06:18 Was Kujo's Beat Sampled?
07:28 Stolen Sample
08:18 Kujo's Response
08:41 Filing Copyright Strike
10:16 Kujo's "Non-Commercial/Monetized" Beat
11:24 Licensing Beats & Samples
12:33 Publishing vs. Royalties
13:44 Kujo & Ren Argument
15:07 Ren's Comments
15:53 Lack of Clarity
16:39 Stream Count Limit
17:23 Potential Uncleared Sample
18:37 Indemnification Language In Agreement
19:13 Solution
20:26 Ren's & Kujo's Frustrations
20:56 Attorneys Escalating
22:14 Dispute's Effect On "Sick Boi"
23:02 Ren's Last Public Community Post
23:29 Avoid This As Musicians & Producers
23:47 Top Music Attorney To Mediate Ren & Kujo!
24:17 Avoid Emotions & Stick To Facts
25:05 Miss Krystle – “Let It Go”
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#RenSickBoi #CopyrightStrike #MusicBusinessPodcast
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
In this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, entertainment attorney Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko answer your questions on making off-the-grid, direct to consumer music profitable for artists, diversifying revenue streams, effective merchandising strategies, building a strong online presence, "Dating" Your Music, and my Symphonic distribution rant. Drop your questions in the comments and tune in for the answers every Wed at 5pm pst.
How Do We Make “Off The Grid” Profitable?
Which Website Designer Is Best For Producers?
Would You Recommend Symphonic Distribution?
“Dating” Your Music
Getting On Billboard Charts
Business Structure For New Artists
How To Promo Without TikTok?
Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine.
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards CDBaby Terms of Service. As an artist and legal expert, I'll decode the contract specifics, highlighting potential traps and key points like non-exclusive agreements, ISRC codes, and what those "I Agree" boxes really entail. This deep dive will unveil hidden clauses that could impact your royalties and rights, drawing from our CDBaby exposed series to question if CDBaby presents similar issues. Through practical insights, I aim to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate these agreements confidently, ensuring your music and rights are safeguarded in this digital age. Let's dissect, discuss, and demand transparency and fairness in music distribution, making sure artists are fully informed and protected. Don't Sign Up Until You Watch This!
Introduction
CD Baby's Artist Agreement
CD Baby's Terms Of Service
CD Baby's Terms Of Service Last Update
Music Distributor Additional Services
Legally Binding Contract
Non-Exclusivity
Derivative Works
Synchronization
Terminating
Payments
Licensee Records
Offsets
Record Keeping & Auditing
Objections To Accounting
Payment Terms
Your Obligations
Right To Withdraw
Modification. Termination And Effect of Termination
Right Of Removal
Blocking Withdrawal Of Royalties
Additional Representations And Warranties
Indemnification
Limitation Of Liability
Dispute Resolution
No Class Actions
State Of Oregon Laws
Claims
Waiver; Severability
No Third Party Beneficiaries
Notice Email (notice@cdbaby.com)
Conclusion
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Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle, and show/music producer That Orko are answering your questions about copyright, DSPs, Spotify royalties, legal structures for indie labels, and more. They explore the necessity of copyright registration in every country, the benefits of sync licensing, and the intricacies of Spotify cover song royalties. Drop your questions and get them answered Live every wed at 5pm pst.
Do You Need To Copyright In Every Country?
I Took 500 Songs Off DSPs
Spotify Cover Song Royalties
Why I Became An Attorney & My Music Journey
Poll Question & Direct To Fan Sales
Are Playlists Owned By Labels? Should I Start A Playlist?
TuneCore's Email To Artists
Spreading The Word, The Community Is Growing
Do DSP's Clear Samples?
LLC or Corp For Indie Music Labels?
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Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko discuss why every independent artist and producer should approach their career like a record label. They emphasize the importance of understanding what you're trying to build and how starting a record label can be a retirement plan. Breaking down the administrative and legal aspects of starting a label, encouraging action and providing resources for learning the music business.
The conversation goes into their own experience starting 'Your Passion Is The Foundation' record label, highlighting the importance of passion as the foundation of success. Discussing the excitement of creating an infrastructure around oneself and the benefits of thinking like a label. Practical advice is shared on picking a name, running a knockout search, securing social media handles, and setting up a professional website. Diving deep into building a team, finding your niche, and understanding legal protections like LLCs, copyrights, and trademarks. Stressing the importance of consistent marketing and audience engagement, debunking myths about content fatigue and oversaturation. This video is your Step-By-Step Guide.
Introduction
Your Passion Is The Foundation
Find Resources To Learn The Music Business
Pick A Name & Run A Knock-Out Search
Social Media & Website
The Record Label Is You
Think Like A Label
Recruiting Team Members
Think About Your Niche
FiXT Records
Cutting Costs
Sync Licensing Course
Get The Legal Things In Line
Build Your Online Presence
Consistent Marketing Schedule
Oversaturation & Viewer Follower Fatigue
Use Your Record Label Name
Clear Relationships & Agreements With Your Artists
Collecting Music Catalogs
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Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko answer your questions on:
Marketing Without Social Media
TuneCore Copyright Problems
TuneCore Logic
Who's The Best Distributor Option
Getting On TouchTunes
Submithub Is Sneaky With Spotify Playlists
Someone Added My Song To Bot Playlist
Spotify's Responsibility For Bot Playlists
Naming Your LLC
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Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
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On this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle and music producer That Orko dive into practical advice for musicians. They discuss ways to Stop wasting your time with common habits and focus on what truly matters in the music industry. From overcoming perfectionism to embracing online presence and prioritizing skill development, they provide straightforward tips to help you succeed. Tune in to learn how to navigate the music business effectively and start making real progress in your career. Visit topmusicattorney.com for additional resources to support your journey.
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Saturday Jun 01, 2024
Saturday Jun 01, 2024
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In this segment of the Top Music Attorney podcast, entertainment attorney Miss Krystle and rapper/producer/YouTuber Curtiss King talk about the true essence of independence in today's music realm. They dissect the rise of controversial figures like Tom MacDonald and 4Batz, challenging conventional notions of what it means to be an independent artist. Unraveling the layers of industry manipulation and strategic marketing ploys, they uncover the unsettling truth behind the façade of independence. As they peel back the curtain on the music business, they provoke provocative questions about authenticity, integrity, and the relentless pursuit of fame. Brace yourself for a no-holds-barred discussion that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the music industry.
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Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle breaks down the intricacies of music sampling and its legal ramifications. Find out how copyright registration can mean seeking significant statutory damages, potentially up to $120,000 per infringement. Dive into the distinctions between sampling, cover songs, remixes, mashups, and interpolations. learn the Differences Between Samples, Cover Songs, & Remixes. Stay protected.
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🟡Ready to become your own record label? Get started now!:
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📺 Get Your Music Into Tv/Film/Games: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/sync
💻 #1 Resource For Artists And Producers: https://www.topmusicattorney.com
⚖ Hire An Attorney: https://www.delgadoentertainmentlaw.com
📰 Get My Newsletter: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/newsletter/
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