Can I change my band's name to a variation of the real name?

I don't know about your particular contract, but most such clauses just define the rights AS BETWEEN THE LABEL AND THE BAND. And so, with most such...

How do I research Entertainment Lawyers? specifically need someone that can help us through a contract with a record label.

Usually when a label wants to restructure an artist deal, it's normally not good news for the artist. But if a deal has to be restructured, it can...

Do I need a entertainment lawyer to affiliate with a music publisher?

As the other attorneys have said, you don't absolutely have to have an attorney handle it. That being said, you are likely to come out better at...

Once copyrighted, does a song need to be re-copyrighted when reproduced, incl'ing new original lyrics from "featured" artists?

Not only should you consider a split agreement and a new registration, but you also want to make sure: (1) that the split agreement addresses not...

I generally agree with the other responses here in regards to the issue of your legal rights to issue non-exclusive licenses to third parties. My...

Seeking an entertainment lawyer that has worked with filmmakers.

You might want to look at the following article: http://musicconnection.com/hiring-entertainment-attorney-some-insider-tips/. ("Hiring an...

Where would I find a Music Lawyer?

You might want to look at an article I recently wrote for the Los Angeles magazine "Music Connection," entitled "Hiring an Entertainment...

I generally agree with the comments above. Your contract most likely contains provisions about how exactly you must give termination notice....

It's going to vary significantly from one entertainment attorney to another. But If it's a fairly standard type management agreement, it shouldn't...

Question about music record labels and percentage for the artist.

Just about any new artist signing with a major label these days will be required to sign a 360 Deal. As compared to the traditional record...