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.
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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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Saturday May 18, 2024
Saturday May 18, 2024
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On this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, where entertainment attorney Miss Krystle and renowned show/music producer That Orko delve into Pharrell Williams' latest album release 'Black Yacht Rock Vol.1', the dispute between Chad Hugo & Pharrell Williams over The Neptunes, and the concept of Direct To Consumer music distribution. Explore the strategies artists are adopting to connect directly with their fans, including Curtiss King's decision to remove all music from Spotify and the implications of the Living Wage For Musicians Act. We're talking selling music directly to fans through websites, the profitability of Direct To Consumer models, and alternative revenue streams for independent artists. Discover the power of platforms like Bandcamp and the importance of fan support in today's music industry landscape. Plus, uncover exclusive tips on making money through your website.
00:00 Intro
1:16 Pharrell Williams Drops Black Yacht Rock Vol.1
2:56 Chad Hugo & Pharrell Williams Dispute Over The Neptunes
3:32 Direct To Consumer
3:52 Curtiss King Removing All Music From Spotify
5:47 Pharrell Williams Direct To Consumer Website
7:38 Direct To Consumer Strategies
13:21 Add Downloaded Songs Into Spotify
14:23 Fans Want To Support Artists / Ways To Make Money Through Your Website
19:02 Miss Krystle "Something In The Way"
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Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
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On this segment of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney Miss Krystle and show/music producer That Orko dive deep into Udio's Terms of Service and discussing the nuances of releasing AI music. They explore the copyright implications, DMCA takedowns, and the practicalities of filing copyrights for AI-generated compositions. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on the impact of AI on music creation, its effects on job roles, and the evolution of music ownership in the digital age. Don't miss this exploration of whether AI is just another tool or a potential threat to artists' rights, as well as insights on the best time to explore direct-to-consumer avenues. For a thought-provoking conversation on the future of AI in music, stay tuned to the Top Music Attorney Podcast.
00:00 Intro
1:05 Udio Generative AI Music
1:42 Releasing AI Music
2:35 Owning The Copyright of AI Music
4:49 Udio's Terms of Service
5:39 Overview of Services (Input & Output Content)
6:17 Rights To Use Your Input/Output Content
8:17 Violations & Requirements
8:53 Ownership and Content
10:10 Udio Trademark Search
13:13 Your Content
20:09 DMCA Takedowns
21:45 Filing Your Copyright With AI
23:23 Generated Output
24:32 Limitations of Liability
25:49 AI in Music
28:48 AI Music Effects In The Music Industry
30:07 Who Owns The Copyright of AI Generated Music
31:12 Choice of Law
32:16 Access To Udio
32:45 Training AI With Human Music
34:15 AI's Effect On Jobs
35:21 Opting Out of Udio
36:44 Evolution of Music
38:32 Ownership of AI Generated Music
39:05 Artists Already Emulate Other Artists' Styles, Don't They?
39:47 Is AI Just Another Tool? (Autotune, Chord Generators)
40:22 Is AI The Same As Sampling? Exploiting Artists?
41:13 Best Time To Try Direct To Consumer
41:43 Final Thoughts
42:00 Miss Krystle “Monster”
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Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards DistroKid's 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 to question if DistroKid 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!
DistroKid Exposed : Terms Of Service...
00:00 Introduction
01:07 Music Distributors Terms Of Service
01:40 DistroKid Terms Of Service
02:50 DistroKid Distribution Agreement
05:46 ISRC Number
05:54 Non-Exclusivity On DistroKid
07:04 Digital Store Rights
10:05 Your Account
11:11 Cover Songs On DistroKid
12:17 Term
13:31 Termination
15:36 Grant Of Rights
17:13 HyperFollow
17:33 Your Responsibilities
18:50 Consult A Lawyer
19:59 Payments & Accounting Terms
20:52 Lump-Sum Payment From Digital Stores
22:29 Objections To Accounting Statements
24:03 Claims On Recordings
26:48 Payment Deductions
27:40 How They Can Take Your Money
28:28 How Does DistroKid Define Infringement?
29:10 Representations & Warranties: Indemnification
30:10 No Warranties: Limitation Of Liability
30:46 Written Notice Specifying Alleged Breach
31:48 Send Notices To legal@distrokid.com
32:17 DistroKid's Right To Kick You Off
33:06 Conclusion
33:56 Miss Krystle ”Something In The Way”
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