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Master Ownership: Don’t Give Away Your Masters
Did you know that owning your master recordings can be worth millions?
Masters are the original recordings of your songs and owning them gives you control over how your music is used.
This means that while talent is important, owning your masters, publishing rights, and royalties is what will keep you earning in the long-run. Many artists get trapped in bad deals because they focus only on the immediate money that music gives, however, don’t be short-sighted.
Key Takeaway
- When signing with a label or producer, make sure you understand who owns the masters.
- Try to retain ownership or negotiate a fair deal.
- Learn about contracts, publishing, and streaming revenue.
These are just as important as making great music!
