The Side Artist Recording Agreement is a contract used when a record label, artist, or producer hires a musician or singer not part of the artist’s group or band to perform on an artist’s recording.
This contract is a legal document that details the terms and conditions between a Record Company and the Artist.
The Side Artist Recording Contract is a vital part of the recording process. This work-for-hire music contract is customizable and can be used for many common recording situations, such as bringing in backup singers or day-player musicians.
It is a non-union, standardized agreement essential for chain-of-title for your song.
Whether you’re just starting out as a musician or established in the industry, our contracts will help guide you through every step of your process to ensure you are protected and make sure everything goes smoothly from the time to step into the studio to royalty splits.
With Creators’ Legal Music Contracts, you don’t have to worry again.
Creating a contract ensures that the parties making the agreement will have all the proper terms and conditions laid out in advance of the engagement.
Other names for this Document:
Side Artist Recording Contract, Side Artist Agreement, Recording Agreement for Side Artist, Side Artist Contract, Side Artist Agreement Template, Side Artist Agreement with Royalty.
Approximate time to complete contract: 4-5 Minutes
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The Side Artist Recording Agreement covers the essential contract terms between a Record Company and the Artist:
This standard Independent Music Contract covers:
Use this document to explain the relationship between a Record Company and the Artist:
Some things needed to build your custom the Side Artist Recording Agreement:
Once you have completed drafting the Side Artist Recording Agreement, you will be able to save to edit further, download a PDF or send to the other party for electronic signature.