What are the legal requirements to release a song cover on streaming platforms such as Spotify?
What are the legal requirements to release a song cover on streaming platforms such as Spotify?
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To release a song cover on streaming platforms such as Spotify, you will need the permission of the music owner (usually the copyright owner) and/or a synchronization license from a Performing Rights Organization (PRO). The exact legal requirements vary depending on where in the world you are releasing your cover version, so it's important to research and understand the local laws in advance. Additionally, while not an exhaustive list, typically other rights holders that need to be considered include composers and publishers of both musical arrangements and sounds recordings. It is often advised to obtain written permission from these rights holders before releasing your song cover onto any platform.
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What are the legal requirements to release a song cover on streaming platforms such as Spotify?
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In order to release a song cover on streaming platforms like Spotify, the artist must have permission from the copyright owner of the song. On most streaming platforms, including Spotify, you must first secure a mechanical license from a performance rights organization (PRO) like ASCAP or BMI. This license allows you to perform and/or record the musical composition by obtaining mechanical permissions for each composer or writer involved in the song. Additionally, many streaming platforms require artistic clearances if any parts of preexisting recordings are used in your track. Finally, make sure that if someone else has done a cover version of the same work that you credit them by including their name in your title or credits when releasing on streaming services.
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