Music Contracts & Law

Learn more about legal topics in the music industry like copyright law, royalties, and performing rights organizations.

SCOTUS, Copyright, Sex, and Beer

Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer, I do not play one on TV, but like Jay-Z, I know a little bit… You know you can’t mail yourself a recording of your song to get copyright protection, right? I mean, readers of this fine magazine know that; and we don’t have to go into all...

How to Start Your Own Publishing Company

At its core, a music publisher’s job is to administer the copyrights in songs and license your...

How to Run a Live Music Venue: Age Restrictions, Alcohol, Liability & The Law

RUNNING A MUSIC VENUE COMES WITH MANY STRINGS ATTACHED. While a main concern is booking quality...

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