Point Prime Recordings: Artist Terms & Conditions

Definitions and scope

These terms apply to every release submitted by an artist (“Artist”) to Point Prime Recordings (“Label”). The Label focuses on heavy guitar-driven music and metal.

What the Label provides

  • Digital distribution to major streaming platforms and stores through the Label’s distributor (TooLost), at the Label’s expense.
  • Release setup: metadata, ISRC/UPC handling, and delivery to stores.
  • A dedicated Artist page on the Label’s website with structured data (schema markup) to help search discoverability. Search rankings are not guaranteed.
  • Playlist pitching through two channels: the distributor’s tools and Spotify’s editorial submission. Submission only; placement on any playlist is not guaranteed.
  • Help registering the Artist’s works with the Artist’s performing rights organization (PRO), such as ASCAP.

Revenue and payouts

  • The Label passes through 100% of royalties it receives for the Artist’s releases from the distributor. The Label takes no commission.
  • Distribution costs are paid by the Label.
  • Payout schedule: quarterly, after the Label receives the distributor’s report. Minimum payout: $50. Payment method: PayPal / bank transfer / other, transfer fees paid by Label.
  • The Artist receives a copy of the royalty statement for each payout.
  • The Artist is responsible for their own taxes.

Artist responsibilities

  • Promotion and social media for the Artist’s releases.
  • Delivering release materials on time: final master (WAV), cover art (min. 3000×3000 px), track titles, credits, lyrics where applicable, and a short bio.
  • Submitting materials at least 3-4 weeks before the planned release date.

Rights and ownership

  • The Artist retains ownership of all masters and compositions.
  • The Artist grants the Label a non-exclusive / exclusive license to distribute the releases digitally for the term of this agreement.
  • The Artist consents to the release being published under the Label’s name (label credit and ℗ line).

Artist warranties

  • The Artist owns or controls all rights in the submitted material.
  • All samples, loops, and third-party content are properly cleared. Covers have the required licenses.
  • The material does not infringe any third-party rights.
  • No artificial streaming, bots, or purchased plays. Such activity can get the Label’s whole distributor account penalized, so it is grounds for immediate removal.
  • The Artist is responsible for claims caused by a breach of these warranties.

Content and selection 

The Label may decline any submission and is not obliged to release any demo. Content must fit the Label’s profile (heavy music) and must not contain hate speech or illegal content.

Performing rights (PRO)

  • Artists remain responsible for their own PRO membership.
  • The Label can help register works but does not register the Artist as a member.
  • A work cannot be registered with two PROs for the same territory, so the Artist should check any existing membership first.

Term and takedown

  • Initial term: 12 months, renewing automatically unless either side gives 30 days notice.
  • The Artist can request removal of a release in writing at any time. The Label will submit the takedown within 5 business days. Platforms may need up to several weeks to complete it.
  • The Label may remove releases for breach of these terms, legal claims, or distributor policy violations.

Changes to the terms 

The Label may change these terms for future releases with 30 days notice. Terms accepted for an existing release stay valid for that release.

Liability and disputes 

The Label is not liable for platform decisions, delays, or lost revenue outside its control. Governing law: International. Disputes are first resolved by direct negotiation.

Sync and Media Licensing

  1. The Artist authorizes the Label to offer and license the Artist’s recordings for synchronization use (film, TV, advertising, games, trailers, online video) on a [non-exclusive / exclusive] basis during the term of this agreement.
  2. The Label negotiates and issues each sync license. The Artist’s written approval is required before any license is signed (email is sufficient). The Artist may refuse any specific use.
  3. Sync revenue is split: 70% to the Artist, 30% to the Label, paid within [30] days after the Label receives payment.
  4. The Artist confirms they control both the master and the composition, or provides a split sheet with co-writer information. Tracks with uncleared elements are excluded from sync offers.
  5. Rights remain with the Artist. Licensing a track does not transfer ownership.
  6. The Artist keeps their own PRO membership. Performance royalties from broadcasts are collected through the PRO, separately from the sync fee.
  7. Existing sync licenses continue after termination of this agreement for their agreed term.

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