Split Sheets: The Legal Lifeline of Music CreationBy Anu OnasanyaThu Dec 05 2024Photo courtesy of CanvaSplit Sheet is a written agreement that defines who contributed to a song and how much credit and compensation each person is entitled toShare to:
What do you know about ISRC?By | 8/14/2023 | General...getting an ISRC and having well-captured and fully updated metadata are non-negotiable requirements for every song. Without embedding this 12-digit code into a song before being released to the public, whether on digital platforms or CDs, the song becomes a pin in a haystack, difficult to find and the creator to get paid.
Compilation Albums and Creative OwnershipBy Samuel Banjoko | 6/8/2023 | GeneralWith labels, distribution companies, and producers, appearing on records without performing, it begs the question, who is an artist and who can appear as one? And what does this mean for crediting and payment of royalties?
9 Things You Must Do To Be a Successful Independent ArtistBy Nnaemeka Agwu | 12/21/2022 | GeneralCollaboration is a great way to build strong relationships with your fellow artists and music business professionals like ARs, curators, and promoters.
Kiazi Malonga: Zu Dia Ngoma review - a collaborative and transcontinental effortBy | 3/20/2024 | ReviewsThe new release, Zu Dia Ngoma, by Kiazi Malonga delves into mystical explorations of ancient Congolese folklore... spinning tales of courage, protection, and resilience while touching on the prevalent infrastructural development challenge in Africa.
ISWC: The Key to Collecting Royalties for Your MusicBy | 8/2/2023 | GeneralThe accurate identification and tracking of musical works is essential to ensuring that all rights holders are properly compensated for their work. This can be a challenge, however, as musical works can be complex and may be subject to multiple copyrights. So, what is the solution to this challenge?
