This Synchronization, Performing, Master Use and Mechanical License is for use by a film (movie) producer to obtain the rights to a song or album to use for the soundtrack of a film. Unlike a master use license agreement, the agreement grants the producer far greater rights to the song or composition. These rights include rights to perform, display, and re-record but also requires that the grantor (the artist or owner of the musical rights) actually possess all rights to the song, album or composition, including the underlying rights to the composition, the performance and the recording itself. The grantor can be paid a flat fee and/or royalty. A written License will prove valuable in the event of misunderstandings or disagreements between the parties.

This Synchronization, Performing, Master Use and Mechanical License includes the following provisions:

• Parties: The names of the licensor and licensee;
• Grant of Rights: Sets forth the specific rights granted to licensee regarding the song or album;
• Name and Likeness: Licensee has the right to use licensor’s name and likeness to promote the soundtrack or motion picture;
• Compensation: Compensation paid to licensor after initial commercial release of the picture;
• Royalties: Payment of basic royalty fees if recording is embodied in an album or other media;
• Screen Credit: Screen credit will be given if recording is contained in the motion picture;
• Signatures: Both licensor and licensee must sign the license.

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