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How Many Seconds of Copyrighted Music Can I Use?

How Many Seconds of Copyrighted Music Can I Use?

You can’t use copyrighted music in your content, even if you use only 5, 10, or 30 seconds of it. There’s no such thing as “fair use” that allows you to use copyrighted music without getting a license or permission from the owner. It’s a typical internet myth that got a lot of people into copyright disputes. ...

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Can You Play Copyrighted Music on Twitch?

Can You Play Copyrighted Music on Twitch?

You cannot play music on twitch if you don’t have a license to play it. You can play music where you have a license to play it, by using public or open-source licensed music, or where you’ve received permission to use it. Alternatively, you can also use “Soundtrack By Twitch” music.Streaming while using copyright ...

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How to Find a Music Producer (10 Tips)

How to Find a Music Producer (10 Tips)

Whether you are in a band, a solo artist, or like to do everything by yourself, sometimes it’s easy to lose perspective of your music. This is when a music producer can be your fairy godmother and elevate your music to the next level.  Also, as a musician, you have your strengths and your weaknesses. Having a ...

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What is Selling Out in Music?

What is Selling Out in Music?

Selling Out involves putting integrity aside to gain monetary success. Selling out is when an artist chooses to change their musical style to please the audience rather than sticking with personal touches that made that person popular in the first place. If artists don't stay true to themselves then their music is no ...

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Beatmaker vs Producer – What are the Differences?

Beatmaker vs Producer – What are the Differences?

Beatmakers are people that create song arrangements and rhythmic parts of music within hip-hop and rap genres. The term music producer is much broader and can span all types of musical genres. Beat Makers are also usually more concerned with creating the rhythmic parts of songs, and as such, they may often sell ...

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“I Do Not Own the Rights to This Music”

“I Do Not Own the Rights to This Music”

Writing “I Do Not Own the Rights to This Music” in the description of a Youtube video, social media post, or any other place online is not a valid way to get out of copyright infringement. If you want to use copyrighted music in your work, content, or projects, then you need permission to use the music. You can ...

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How Much Do Music Producers Make?

How Much Do Music Producers Make?

Making the switch to producing music as a thing you love and do just for kicks to something that is your career, is always nerve-wracking. Like any other creative field, you are essentially a freelancer or someone who is running their own business. Money is an important factor. Have you ever wondered how much music ...

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Why is Music Important?

Why is Music Important?

Music affects people in different ways. It is like a universal language - you don't have to understand it to be affected by it. It can boost your mood, connect you with people, help you express your feelings or just have a good time. It can be therapeutic and it can be entertaining. Here are just a few of the ...

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20 Things You Need To Know To Start Your Music Career

20 Things You Need To Know To Start Your Music Career

Building a music career can be an exciting prospect. You can make a living from something you’re passionate about. However, it certainly requires plenty of dedication, hard work, and determination. These are 20 essential things to keep in mind if you’re getting serious about a career in music. 1. Set Clear ...

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Music Industry Statistics and Facts for 2024

Music Industry Statistics and Facts for 2024

The music industry is ever-changing, especially with the current pandemic. The future of the music industry is uncertain but it will continue to evolve that is for sure. Adapting is key to surviving and thriving in this industry. This is a list of some of the most important facts and statistics about the music ...

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11 Reasons Why Pop Music Sucks

11 Reasons Why Pop Music Sucks

While Pop is one of the most popular music genres, it is also one of the more bashed genres out there. Due to reduced attention spans and corporate music labels, Pop songs have fallen into a monotonous form of music with the same song structures and melodies. Why does so much modern pop music sound so re-hashed, ...

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