Template publication, distribution and promotion contract

Music Publication, Distribution & Promotion Agreement

This Music Publication, Distribution, and Promotion Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into on this _____ day of ____________, 20 (the "Effective Date"), by and between:

Dreamweavers Records International (Pty) Ltd

(Hereinafter referred to as the "Label", "DWS", or "Company")

Official Website: [www.dreamweaversrecords.com](https://www.dreamweaversrecords.com)

AND

Artist / Contributor Legal Name: __________________________________________________

Professional / Stage Name: __________________________________________________

Primary Email (Associated with DistroKid / TuneCore): __________________________________________________

Physical Address / Identification: __________________________________________________

(Hereinafter referred to individually or collectively as the "Artist")

1. Purpose & Scope of Grant of Rights

The Artist grants the Label the exclusive right to publish, distribute, monetize, and promote the musical recording(s) outlined in Schedule A across all digital service providers (DSPs) including, but not limited to, Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, TikTok, and Meta platforms.

• Artist Designation: The Artist shall be designated as the Primary Artist (or Featured Artist / Additional Primary Artist as stipulated in Schedule A).

• Label Designation: The release shall be credited with Dreamweavers Records International designated as the Record Label.

2. Deliverables & Technical Specifications

The Artist agrees to deliver all required production and metadata assets no later than thirty (30) days prior to the mutually agreed Release Date:

• Audio Masters: High-resolution audio files (WAV, 24-bit/44.1kHz or higher). Dolby Atmos spatial audio files must be provided if release is targeted for enhanced Apple Music/iTunes distribution.

• Cover Art: Unique cover artwork strictly conforming to store standards:

  • Dimensions: 3000 x 3000 pixels (minimum 1400 x 1400, maximum 6000 x 6000).

  • Format: JPG (or high-quality PNG), perfect 1:1 square aspect ratio.

  • Compliance: No blurry/pixelated images, URLs, contact information, social media handles, barcodes, pricing references, misleading artist listings, or copyrighted/trademarked visual assets.

• Metadata & Disclosures: Complete and accurate submission of:

  • Song Title(s) and full written lyrics.

  • Explicit Content Status (Explicit / Clean / Non-Explicit).

  • Edit Type (Radio Edit / Original / Instrumental / Acapella).

  • AI Disclosure: Clear declaration whether the track incorporates Artificial Intelligence partly, fully, or none.

  • All participating collaborators, featured artists, producers, and mixers.

3. Exclusivity & Prior Publication Warranty

• Prior Publication: The Artist warrants and represents that the master recording(s) and underlying compositions have not been previously distributed, released, or submitted through any digital aggregator or distributor (e.g., DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby).

• Release Scheduling: The official commercial release date must be mutually agreed upon and locked in writing prior to digital upload.

4. Royalty Splits & Distribution Mechanics

• Revenue Share: Net commercial revenue generated from digital streaming, downloads, monetization, and sync generated through digital aggregators shall be split as follows:

  • Artist Share: Eighty Percent (80%)

  • Label Share (Dreamweavers Records International): Twenty Percent (20%)

• Automated Split Execution: Splits will be configured via digital distribution platforms (such as DistroKid Splits or TuneCore Revenue Share). The Artist must maintain an active, valid account linked to the designated email address to receive direct automated disbursements.

• Additional Collaborators: All co-writers, featured artists, or producers entitled to royalties must be registered and factored into the final split schedule as detailed in Schedule A.

5. Ethical Promotion & Anti-Artificial Streaming Policy

• Prohibited Practices: The Artist strictly agrees not to engage, purchase, or contract any pay-per-view, pay-for-play, automated bot streams, or paid playlist placement / list-add promoter services.

• Authorized Marketing: Paid advertising campaigns through verified direct advertising channels (e.g., Meta Ads / Facebook / Instagram, TikTok Ads Manager, and Google / YouTube Ads) are expressly permitted and will be implemented by Dreamweavers on your behalf.

• Breach & Termination: Any detection of artificial streaming or manipulative tactics that violate DSP terms of service will result in the immediate takedown of the release, forfeiture of accrued disputed royalties, and immediate termination of this Agreement.

6. Promotional Commitments

The Label shall leverage its multi-channel promotional network (including YouTube, TikTok, social media channels, and community groups) to market the release in accordance with the Label's promotional campaign schedule. The Artist agrees to provide promotional video clips, social media tags, and co-promotional support during the campaign window.

Schedule A: Track & Collaborator Details

• Track / Album Title: __________________________________________________

• Agreed Release Date: __________________________________________________

• Explicit Content: [ ] Yes / [ ] No

• Track Version: [ ] Original / [ ] Radio Edit / [ ] Instrumental / [ ] Dolby Atmos

• AI Involvement: [ ] None / [ ] Partly AI-Generated / [ ] Fully AI-Generated

Contributor & Royalty Split Allocation:

Role (Primary / Featured / Producer / Label)	Legal Name	Stage / Display Name	DistroKid / TuneCore Email	Net Split %
Record Label	Dreamweavers Records International	Dreamweavers Records	(Label Account Email)	20%
Primary Artist
Featured / Co-Artist
Producer / Contributor
Total				100%

Signatures & Acceptance

By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to all terms set forth in this Agreement.

For Dreamweavers Records International (Pty) Ltd:

Signature: _____________________________________________

Name: Kenneth Henning Hattingh

Title: Founder & CEO

Date: ________________________

For the Artist:

Signature: _____________________________________________

Legal Name: ___________________________________________

Artist / Stage Name: ___________________________________

Date: ________________________

*This is a template for our standard artist publication, distribution and online promotion contract.

• A minimum of one agreed upon publication (single release or full album) per quarter, is required for the duration of the contract with a minimum of 12 months for the masters to remain under our label since date of release.