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If you’re an artist, producer, or content creator, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Why am I not making more money from my royalties?” The answer isn’t always simple—but understanding how royalties work can help you identify where the problem lies and what steps you can take to fix it. 1. Not All Ro
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Artificial intelligence is transforming the way music is made. From AI tools that generate full songs to programs that assist with mixing, mastering, or lyric writing, creators are increasingly turning to technology to expand their creative possibilities. But when it comes to releasing AI-generated
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If you’re a songwriter, producer, or composer, your music can generate royalties every time it’s played, streamed, downloaded, or licensed. But tracking down every penny across multiple countries and platforms isn’t easy. That’s where a music publishing administrator comes in. At Landry Legal, we wo
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If you’re a musician, songwriter, or producer, your lyrics are your art — not a confession. Yet in recent years, prosecutors have increasingly used rap lyrics and other creative works as evidence in criminal cases. This practice can distort the meaning of the work, chill creativity, and put artists
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What’s Trending: The AI Music Backlash Generative AI has exploded into the music industry, with tools like Suno and Udio enabling anyone to create songs with minimal prompts. But this has sparked a wave of legal challenges. Major labels are suing these AI platforms for allegedly using copyrighted mu
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You spend hours, sometimes days, crafting the perfect beat. Then suddenly, you hear a piece of it in someone else’s song. No credit. No payment. No permission. If your beat has been sampled without your consent, here’s what you need to know and do. 1. Confirm It’s Your Beat Before taking action, con
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In today’s digital world, platforms like OnlyFans give creators powerful tools to distribute adult content—but they also introduce serious risks for individuals whose image, voice, or identity is used without permission. If you’ve discovered that you’ve been featured—intentionally or unintentionally
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A split sheet is one of the most important documents in the music industry. Learn what it is and why you need one.
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Releasing a song through platforms like DistroKid, TuneCore, or UnitedMasters is a great first step to getting your music on Spotify. But here’s the truth many artists don’t realize: your distributor doesn’t collect all the royalties your music is generating. That means even if you’re getting paid t
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When someone uses your creative work without permission, here’s how to fight back and protect your rights. If you’ve discovered your artwork, music, photos, or written content being used without your consent, you’re not alone and you have options. Whether it’s a stolen photo on a website, a beat use
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Starting your own record label is exciting — but without a registered trademark, your brand is vulnerable. Whether you’re signing artists or just releasing your own music, trademarking your label name is one of the most important legal steps you can take to protect your vision. Why Trademark Your La
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If you’re an artist selling merch, your name isn’t just your identity — it’s your brand. Whether it’s hoodies, tees, or hats with your name or logo on them, you need to protect your merch line just like any fashion label. That’s where trademarking comes in. Why Trademark Matters for Merch Plenty of
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