Music library Interested in one of my songs

[tomyco]

I have a music library interested in one of my songs. This is their deal

1. Writer retains all writer royalties

2. Writer get half of all sync fees from dollar 1

3. Music Library retains 100% of the publishing

4. It's a non exclusive deal


I am new to the Music Library business. Is this common practice, especially the music library retaining 100% of the publishing?

Would appreciate all input. Thanks!

[Tunesmith]

Hi..I know that there are all kinds of library deals. There are videos on TAX TV about this with Erin Jacobson, music attorney and others. I found them very informative.

She has articles as well...Here is her website:

http://www.themusicindustrylawyer.com/

I am sure there are books on it..best to know as much as you can about types of deals. Make sure you register your songs/recordings with a PRO like ASCAP, BMI (US)

Hope this helps! and congratulations!

Best,
Linda C

[VanderBoegh]

That's a very standard deal. Sign that sucker!

~~Matt