My band is planning to release a cover version of a popular song, but we're worried about getting sued by the record label. How can I make a cover version of a popular song without getting sued by the record label?
My band is planning to release a cover version of a popular song, but we're worried about getting sued by the record label. How can I make a cover version of a popular song without getting sued by the record label?
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To make a cover version of a popular song without getting sued by the record label, you should do the following: 
1. Obtain permissions from any songwriters and publishers that may hold stake in the original composition.
2. Change up the music or arrangement so it does not too closely resemble the original composition.
3. Make sure to give credit to and link back to the original artist on all copies and distributions of your cover version (social media posts, online stores, etc.). This will help protect against potential copyright infringement claims. 
4. Ensure you have proper licensing for your recording and distribution platforms before you proceed with releasing it publicly or commercially using those channels (e.g Spotify).   5
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My band is planning to release a cover version of a popular song, but we're worried about getting sued by the record label. How can I make a cover version of a popular song without getting sued by the record label?
user
You can make a cover version of a popular song without getting sued by the record label by obtaining permission from the copyright owner and using the song in an ethical and legal manner. This will involve considering factors such as ensuring that any changes made to the original song are small in nature, paying royalties, using licensed music streaming services, and not interfering with potential profits from the original track.
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