Music licensing

Industry & Legal Essentials

Music Licensing for Video Games: A Beginner’s Playbook

The essential guide to music licensing for video games reveals key steps to protect your soundtrack—discover how to navigate legal hurdles and create an unforgettable gaming experience.

Mark Dustchild
12/05/2025

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Music Career Tips

Pitching to Music Supervisors Without Getting Blacklisted

I can help you master the art of pitching to music supervisors without risking a blacklist, so you can build lasting industry relationships.

Mark Dustchild
11/12/2025

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Industry & Legal Essentials

Statutory vs. Negotiated Rates: Understanding Streaming Payouts

Perhaps understanding the difference between statutory and negotiated rates can help maximize your streaming income—discover how they impact your payouts.

Mark Dustchild
11/08/2025

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Industry & Legal Essentials

Sample Clearance 101: When and How to Obtain Permission

Getting your sample cleared is crucial; learn the essential steps to obtain permission and avoid legal issues before using any samples.

Rhythm Failure Team
11/03/2025

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Industry & Legal Essentials

Digital‑Performance Royalties: How Streaming Pays Out

Keen to understand how digital-performance royalties determine streaming payouts and what factors influence your earnings? Keep reading.

Rhythm Failure Team
10/28/2025

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Industry & Legal Essentials

Neighboring Rights: The Royalty Stream Most Artists Miss

Curious about overlooked income streams for artists? Discover how neighboring rights can boost your earnings and why you shouldn’t miss out.

Mark Dustchild
09/15/2025

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Industry & Legal Essentials

Performing Rights Organizations: Which One Fits Your Genre?

Just exploring different PROs reveals which organization aligns with your genre and can maximize your music earnings—discover how to choose the best fit.