Record Label Contract
Free Template
A free, easy-to-use contract template that you can download and use with your record label.
100% free, reusable record label contract template for indie labels and artists.
We hired a music attorney who specializes in drafting music recording contracts and asked them if they would create a basic record label contract that we could share with all of you!
This legal contract covers the basics that make up a traditional record label recording contract. Feel free to use this template for your own record label. When you’re ready, you can hire your own music lawyer to help you create a more bespoke contract.
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Starting a record label business is exciting, but also overwhelming…
Where should you begin? What is essential and what is a waste of time?
Our courses and tools are here to help demystify the process, and to provide you with a step-by-step plan!
Included in The Record Label Academy - Premium Edition
Your “Start Here” Guide
How to Start a Record Label (Online Course)
Marketing for Record Labels (Online Course)
Profitable Record Label (Online Course)
Record Label Decision Tool (Online Course)
New Release Blueprint (Online Course)
10x Micro Courses (Sync Licensing, Music Publishing, Bandcamp Basics, Spotify Basics, Pressing Vinyl, Email Marketing, Income Generating, Social Media, Artwork + Design, Web Design)
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Record Label Business Plan Template - Premium Version
How to Start a Record Label (eBook)
Marketing for Record Labels (eBook)
Why We (Still) Need Record Labels (eBook)
Don’t listen to bad advice, don’t get overwhelmed with information, and don’t waste money!
Tackle one music industry topic at a time until you’ve built a record label that is bespoke to who you are as a music curator and fan!
A record label that allows you to earn a living telling people about great music!
Let’s get started!
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How to Start a Record Label (Online Course)
Record Label Marketing Strategies (Online Course)
Record Label Decision Tool (Online Course)
Profitable Record Label (Online Course)
All 10 Micro Courses
All 8 Micro eBooks
How to Start a Record Label (eBook)
Record Label Marketing Strategies (eBook)
Tons of bonus templates and extra resources
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RECORD LABEL
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Instant Lifetime Access to all our courses, books, and templates!
Starting a record label business is exciting, but also overwhelming…
Where should you begin? What is essential and what is a waste of time?
Our courses and tools are here to help demystify the process, and to provide you with a step-by-step plan!
Included in The Record Label Academy - Premium Edition
Your “Start Here” Guide
How to Start a Record Label (Online Course)
Marketing for Record Labels (Online Course)
Profitable Record Label (Online Course)
Record Label Decision Tool (Online Course)
New Release Blueprint (Online Course)
10x Micro Courses (Sync Licensing, Music Publishing, Bandcamp Basics, Spotify Basics, Pressing Vinyl, Email Marketing, Income Generating, Social Media, Artwork + Design, Web Design)
8x Micro Books (Email Marketing, Music Publishing, Sync Licensing, Web Design, Artwork + Design, Spotify Basics, Bandcamp Basics, Pressing Vinyl)
Record Label Business Plan Template - Premium Version
How to Start a Record Label (eBook)
Marketing for Record Labels (eBook)
Why We (Still) Need Record Labels (eBook)
Don’t listen to bad advice, don’t get overwhelmed with information, and don’t waste money!
Tackle one music industry topic at a time until you’ve built a record label that is bespoke to who you are as a music curator and fan!
A record label that allows you to earn a living telling people about great music!
Let’s get started!
-
How to Start a Record Label (Online Course)
Record Label Marketing Strategies (Online Course)
Record Label Decision Tool (Online Course)
Profitable Record Label (Online Course)
All 10 Micro Courses
All 8 Micro eBooks
How to Start a Record Label (eBook)
Record Label Marketing Strategies (eBook)
Tons of bonus templates and extra resources
When do you need to hire a music lawyer?
In this Record Label Quick Tip, I talk about how to know when it’s the right time to hire a music attorney.
Listen to my interview with a music attorney…
This episode of the Other Record Labels podcast features an interview with music attorney, Cassandra Spangler on the legal parts of running a record label.
How to hire a music lawyer? FAQs
When should I hire a music attorney?
First off, don’t stress about the administrative things too much. Enjoy the process of starting a record label like finding music and building a brand. You can pay a lawyer for 1 or 2 hours of their time to create a reusable recording contract.
How do I find a music attorney?
We have a few trusted music attorneys in our Directory that you can check out, who are super nice and fairly priced! It’s also a good idea to ask around in the music community of your hometown!
How much does a lawyer cost?
Some music attorneys have favorable rates for indie musicians/record labels and you should be able to find a lawyer who will help you out between $175-$350 per hour.
Looking for a music attorney?
We have two recommended music attorneys in our Record Label Directory. They are friendly, affordable, and know the music industry from the perspective of an indie label…
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Other Record Labels Podcast
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