TuneCore Exposed : Terms Of Service... (The WORST)

In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, following our eye-opener on TuneCore, I'm now looking towards TuneCore Terms of Service. As an artist and legal expert, I'll decode the contract specifics, highlighting potential traps and key points like non-exclusive agreements, ISRC codes, and what those "I Agree" boxes really entail. This deep dive will unveil hidden clauses that could impact your royalties and rights, drawing from our TuneCore exposed series. Through practical insights, I aim to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate these agreements confidently, ensuring your music and rights are safeguarded in this digital age. Let's dissect, discuss, and demand transparency and fairness in music distribution, making sure artists are fully informed and protected. Don't Sign Up Until You Watch This!

Introduction

TuneCore Exposed Recap

CD Baby, DistroKid, & TuneCore Terms Of Service Comparison

TuneCore Terms Of Service

Terms Of Service Update

Legal Agreement

Right To Forfeit Royalties

Streaming Manipulation

Streaming Manipulation Penalties

Improper Conduct

Return Of Revenues

Redistributing Funds To Third Parties

Reimbursement Of Fees

Deduction Of Royalties For Legal Fees & Damages

Charging PayPal Accounts, Credit/Debit Cards, Etc.

Payments

Your Income In An Interest Bearing-Bank For TuneCore

Subscription Fees

Confidentiality

Bar Codes And Universal Product Codes

Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning

Legal Proceedings

Notice

Force Majeure Events

Not Liable To Damages

Contact Information ([email protected])

Conclusion

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