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Music Use License for Ireland

Music Use License Template for Ireland

A comprehensive legal agreement governed by Irish law that grants specific rights to use copyrighted musical works for defined purposes. This document establishes the terms and conditions under which the licensee may use the licensed music, including scope of use, territory restrictions, duration, and payment terms. It ensures compliance with Irish copyright law and EU regulations while protecting the rights of both the music rights holders and the users. The agreement includes specific provisions for different types of usage, such as public performance, digital distribution, or synchronization, as applicable.

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What is a Music Use License?

The Music Use License agreement is essential for businesses and individuals seeking to legally use copyrighted musical works in Ireland. This document is required when any entity wishes to use music for commercial purposes, public performance, or digital distribution. It ensures compliance with the Irish Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 and relevant EU regulations. The license typically specifies permitted uses, territorial scope, duration, and compensation terms. It provides legal protection for both the rights holders (who maintain their copyright ownership while granting specific usage rights) and the licensees (who receive clear parameters for legal music use). The agreement can be customized for various use cases, from retail background music to digital streaming platforms, while maintaining compliance with Irish legal requirements.

What sections should be included in a Music Use License?

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor (rights holder) and licensee, including full legal names, addresses, and company registration numbers if applicable

2. Background: Context of the agreement, establishing ownership of the musical works and purpose of the license

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms including 'Musical Works', 'Territory', 'License Period', 'Usage Rights', and other relevant terms

4. Grant of License: Specific rights being granted, including type of use, territory, and duration

5. License Fee and Payment Terms: Financial terms, payment schedule, and reporting requirements

6. Usage Restrictions: Specific limitations on how the music can be used, including prohibited uses

7. Copyright Notices: Requirements for displaying copyright information and credits

8. Warranties and Representations: Licensor's warranties regarding ownership and licensee's representations regarding intended use

9. Term and Termination: Duration of the license and circumstances under which it can be terminated

10. Indemnification: Mutual or unilateral indemnification provisions for copyright infringement or misuse

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Irish law governance and jurisdiction for disputes

What sections are optional to include in a Music Use License?

1. Digital Distribution Rights: Additional terms specific to digital distribution platforms, used when music will be distributed online

2. Public Performance Rights: Specific terms for public performance of the music, needed when license includes live or public playback rights

3. Synchronization Rights: Terms for using music with visual media, included when music will be used in videos or films

4. Territory-Specific Requirements: Additional provisions for specific countries, needed for multi-territory licenses

5. Revenue Sharing: Terms for sharing revenue from the licensed music, used in commercial exploitation scenarios

6. Quality Control: Standards for music reproduction quality, relevant for commercial or public use

7. Sub-licensing Rights: Terms allowing licensee to sub-license the music, included when relevant to business model

What schedules should be included in a Music Use License?

1. Schedule A - Licensed Musical Works: Comprehensive list of licensed music including titles, composers, and copyright registration details

2. Schedule B - Approved Usage Contexts: Detailed specifications of approved uses, including formats and platforms

3. Schedule C - Fee Structure: Detailed breakdown of license fees, including any royalty calculations or usage-based fees

4. Schedule D - Technical Specifications: Technical requirements for music reproduction and distribution

5. Schedule E - Reporting Ƶ: Ƶ for usage reporting and royalty calculations

6. Appendix 1 - Copyright Notices: Required format and content of copyright notices

7. Appendix 2 - Territory List: Detailed list of territories covered by the license, if applicable

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Ireland

Publisher

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Document Type

License Agreement

Sector

IP

Cost

Free to use
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