Tag: Copyright law of the United States

Universal Music Declares Copyright Ownership Over Recently Public Domain ‘Yes! We Have No Bananas’

The 1923 song “Yes! We Have No Bananas” slipped into the public domain – or so we thought. Shortly after a video featuring the song was posted on YouTube, Universal Music stepped up to claim ownership.

admin on 11/19/2019 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (3)

Tags: Copyright law of the United States, songwriting

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Neighboring Rights: An Updated Look

Here we dive back in to look further at 'neighboring rights', a form of rights holding which entitles allows monies to be distributed to artists and sound recording holders when. Continue reading

Guest Post on 08/29/2017 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Artificial Intelligence, Associated Press, Avatar (2009 film), copyright, Copyright law of the United States, David Ellison, James Cameron, music, music business, musicians, Terminator (franchise), The Terminator

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Copyright Explained For Creatives [ACM’s Patrick Rackow]

Copyright should be at the top of everyone’s agenda in the music industry as it is what turns our artform into sustainable careers. To celebrate Intellectual Property Day, the Academy. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/26/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: All rights reserved, Alphabet Inc., Apple Inc., Cary Sherman, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Digital Millennium Copyright Act, Fair use, film, Recording Industry Association of America

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Venue Owners Battle BMI Over High Fees

Bar and club owners are becoming increasingly upset at the performing rights organization BMI, which they feel is imposing unfair mandatory fees on venues, the cost of which BMI is liable. Continue reading

Guest Post on 12/11/2015 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: " copyright infringement, American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Harry Fox Agency, Mechanical license, Performance rights organisation, SESAC, United States, Vice president

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How To Find Co-Writers You Love Writing With

Although it can be incredibly rewarding, co-writing songs is often a tedious, unproductive, and awkward experience, particularly if you don't mesh well with your songwriting partner. This article offers some useful advice on how. Continue reading

Guest Post on 12/04/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Belmont University, collaboration, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Mechanical license, songwriter, Spotify, United States, United States House Committee on the Judiciary, Writer

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Three Of The Most Commonly Misunderstood Music Copyright Laws

Some of the people whose work is most intimately affected by copyright law are musicians, yet there are many misconceptions and even outright falsehoods circulating in the musical community when. Continue reading

Guest Post on 06/17/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: " copyright infringement, 2 Live Crew, All rights reserved, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Copyright notice, Epic Records, Fair use, Fordham University School of Law, Musical composition

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Music “Sample” Clearance Issues: Legal Do’s & Don’ts

Many clients ask about whether or not they can "sample" from an existing sound recording and how much is permissible to use, and whether or not they need permission to. Continue reading

Guest Post on 06/02/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: " copyright infringement, American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, Cease and desist, Compact disc, concert, Contract, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Disclaimer, Graphics Interchange Format

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What Do Musicians Get Paid For Radio Play? This Chart Show How Messed Up The Current System Is

At a recent House Judiciary Committee hearing with the Register of Copyrights, "Fair Play Fair Pay Act" cosponsor Ted Deutch and the MusicFirst Coalition unveiled an infographic that shows how. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: Bob Goodlatte, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Copyright registration, Maria Pallante, Register of Copyrights, United States, United States Copyright Office, United States House Committee on the Judiciary, YouTube

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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: 4 Ways Musicians Can Make Money and Much More

Money-making endeavors, holiday tour celebrations and finding the next big thing on Vine are some of the topics shared on this week's Music Think Tank Recap.

Matt Gibson on 05/03/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: " copyright infringement, Arms industry, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Fair use, Google, Hypebot, music industry, Music Think Tank, Nonprofit organization

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What’s The Score With Synchronization Rights?

If you were approached about the use of your music in a TV Show and/or Film, would you know what questions to ask regarding synchronization rights? If you're not. Continue reading

Guest Post on 02/27/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, copyright, Copyright law of the United States, Fair use, Film score, Fordham University School of Law, Incidental music, royalties, SESAC, Sound recording and reproduction

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