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5 Things Every Musician Should Know About Copyright
30 July 2014
New Artist Model contributes on the DIY Musician Blog: Copyright law tends to get thrown under the bus in favor of more interesting topics like marketing and social media, but it’s actually one of the most important things to understand as an indie musician.
Think about it: without copyright law, music would be a hobby. Anyone could record, distribute, perform, or sync your music with video without even asking you, let alone providing payment. In other words, copyright law is the very foundation of your music career, so it makes sense to understand it.
You can leave the finer points of the law to lawyers, but you should have a solid understanding of the basics. Not only will this knowledge help you feel more at ease when discussing contracts, you’ll also be able secure income streams and protect your rights. Click on the link below to read up on five points every musician should know about copyright…
Author: New Artist Model guest writing on the DIY Musician Blog/CD Baby
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