In case you didn’t read the whole article I just posted and you’d rather watch me explain it to you – here are the videos!
Part 1: Songwriter Split Agreements
Part 2: Producer Agreements
Part 3: Band Agreements
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In case you didn’t read the whole article I just posted and you’d rather watch me explain it to you – here are the videos!
Part 1: Songwriter Split Agreements
Part 2: Producer Agreements
Part 3: Band Agreements
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Here’s a recap of my article’s this month:
The most talked-about topic in the music legal world this month was certainly the copyright infringement case where band Spirit is sued Led Zeppelin over allegations that “Stairway to Heaven” infringed on Spirit’s song “Taurus.” The good news is that Led Zeppelin Wins ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Jury Trial!
Here’s a recap of the week’s trial coverage:
What was also exciting is the recent push by artists to urge online content providers like YouTube to #valuemusic. This call to action also involves the request to reform the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) which allows safe harbor provisions for YouTube and other online content providers.
In other news, those on the other side of the spectrum are filing lawsuits to force certain musical compositions into the public domain so that they don’t have to pay the license fees for them. This is one of a few lawsuits to follow the “Happy Birthday” case. This is certainly not a way to #valuemusic.
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I recently did an interview on the The Gen Y Success Show and this has been one of my favorite interviews! It’s a little different than some of my interviews because it’s not about the music business — this interview is about my path in becoming a music attorney, my love of music (and a few examples of my favorite bands and concerts), my tips on how to network effectively, and more!
“…[Erin Jacobson] established herself as an authority, not only as a lawyer, but within the music industry itself.” ~ Jason D. Bay, host of the GenY Success Show
Listen here: The Gen Y Success Show (Online / iTunes)
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I am honored to be featured on the Break the Business Podcast where I was interviewed about legal help for musicians and how to get it. Listen to the episode Online or on iTunes.
Break the Business Podcast (Online / iTunes)