Document background
The Label Contract serves as the foundational agreement in the New Zealand music industry, establishing the legal and commercial relationship between record labels and recording artists. This document is essential when a record label wishes to sign an artist or band for the purpose of recording, producing, and commercializing their music. The contract encompasses crucial elements such as recording commitments, territorial rights, royalty structures, and marketing obligations, all while adhering to New Zealand's legal framework, particularly the Copyright Act 1994 and Fair Trading Act 1986. It's designed to protect both the label's commercial interests and the artist's creative and financial rights, providing clear guidelines for the partnership's duration, scope, and obligations. The agreement is particularly vital in the current digital age, addressing both traditional physical formats and modern digital distribution channels.
