Mp3 License

Effective Date: [Date of Purchase]

Licensor: Sound Marauder

1. Grant of License

Sound Marauder hereby grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Beat to create one (1) new musical composition (“New Song”) by recording synchronized vocals over the Beat. Sound Marauder remains the sole owner of the Beat and may continue to lease it to other parties.

2. Usage and Distribution Limits

The Licensee is permitted the following usage rights for the New Song:

• Audio Streams: Up to [50,000] monetized streams on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and SoundCloud.

• Physical/Digital Sales: Up to [2,500] units (copies) including downloads and physical CDs.

• Music Video: One (1) music video for non-monetized use on YouTube or similar platforms.

• Live Performances: Unlimited non-profit performances. For-profit performances may require an upgraded license.

• Broadcasting: No radio broadcasting rights are granted under this basic MP3 lease.

3. Credit Requirements

The Licensee must provide production credit to Sound Marauder on all metadata and physical media as: “Produced by Sound Marauder”.

4. Ownership and Royalties

• Beat Ownership: Sound Marauder retains 100% ownership of the Beat’s copyright and master recording.

• Publishing Split: 50% of the “Writer’s Share” and “Publisher’s Share” of the New Song belongs to Sound Marauder (Music), and 50% belongs to the Licensee (Lyrics).

• Registration: If registered with a Performing Rights Organization (PRO), the Licensee must list Sound Marauder as a 50% contributor.

5. Term and Termination

This license is valid for [5 years] from the Effective Date or until distribution limits are reached, whichever comes first. Upon expiration, the Licensee must renew the lease or cease distribution.

6. Restrictions

The Licensee may not resell, sublicense, or transfer the Beat to any third party. Modification is limited to tempo, pitch, and length; adding new instrumentation is prohibited without written consent.

7. Sample Clearance

The Licensee is solely responsible for clearing any third-party samples they may add to the New Song and agrees to hold Sound Marauder harmless from any related claims.