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Show Me the Receipts: Your Right to an Audit If you suspect your agency is skimming off the top or “miscalculating” expenses, you have the right to audit. The Obligation: A professional agency agreement must include an Audit Clause, allowing your CPA to inspect their books regarding your earnings. If […]

The Ultimate Safety Net: Why Union Franchising Matters Is your agent “Franchised”? In the US, unions like the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) or SAG-AFTRA have pre-approved contracts that agencies must use if they want to represent union members. The Obligation: These contracts are “Artist-Friendly” by default. They cap commissions […]

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Paying for the Past: Life After the Agency When you leave an agency, do you still owe them money? A Sunset Clause dictates how much commission the old agency gets on deals they “initiated” before you left. The Obligation: A fair agent won’t charge you 10% forever. A standard sunset […]

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Who Are You Really Signing With? The Agency vs. The Agent You signed with a massive agency because you love Sarah, the specific agent who “gets” your music. But what if Sarah gets headhunted by a rival firm? Without a Key Man Clause, you are legally stuck at the old […]

Week 3 Review: Are You Being Protected or Just Booked?

The Company You Keep: Vetting the “Vibe” Does a venue align with your brand? An agency is obligated to protect your “moral rights.” If you are a vegan activist, your agent shouldn’t be booking you at a rodeo or a steakhouse chain’s private event without your express consent. They act […]