A Forum CD?
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jeff_ulmer
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Is this going to be replicated in house or sent out for manufacturing? The reason I ask is because you will likely need clearances for every track on the CD if you are going to a replicator, since they don't want to be held liable for copyright infringement. This even includes clearance for samples.
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jeff_ulmer
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My point was that if you are going to a commercial replicator, you will probably need documentation for each song on the album before they will press the discs. Since you are making CDRs, this likely isn't an issue.
You would also be responsible for the payment of mechanical royalties, unless they have been waived. It would be prudent to have each submitter sign some form of release, just in case.
You would also be responsible for the payment of mechanical royalties, unless they have been waived. It would be prudent to have each submitter sign some form of release, just in case.
I think that would require compressed files, and we've already ruled out compressed format for the final form. (This is the reason I want to codify the requirements!) However, that is a good suggestion for samples of the final product.
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tony_carey
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OK, here are the "rules" for submittors:
Requirements:
1. A maximum of two songs (to offer a choice), are to be submitted on CD format, with .wav files (data file) preferred.
2. Songs must be original compositions for this first album; steer clear of cover songs.
3. The songs should be played primarily by Rickenbacker instruments; for a song with "just bass" as a Rickenbacker, a song should be chosen that features the bass, as in a bass solo, or a prominent bass line.
4. The songs should contain no vulgar language, or potentially offensive content within the lyrics.
5. Songs should be of a fairly decent standard of recording, (not too much hiss - no calling up the stairs that dinner's ready, etc.!) but not necessarily professionaly produced - recorded in the bedroom (or garage, basement ...!) is fine.
6. "Liner Notes" should be attached explaining instruments (and amps/mics) used & basic recording setup, as well as names of performers.
Submission:
Submit songs on CD to either Tony (who is located in the UK) or Gary (who is located in the USA) by standard post. Please send an e-mail to the mailbox in our profiles and we will reply with the shipping address.
Submissions should be received no later than August 5th, 2006, to be considered. Anything received after this time may be considered for a second volume, if there is one, or returned to sender, if that is agreed on.
Post-Submission:
After submission, Tony will do the following processing of the recording: semi-master the CD, trying to balance levels; apply EQ/enhancement/width etc.; and produce a quantity of CDR's. Tony will also produce artwork, which Peter will approve (we will also check with John Hall) & print it to a decent standard via computer.
Selling Price:
Tony has stated that the CDs will sell for what they cost him, basicaly, the item cost plus some ink & paper costs.
Requirements:
1. A maximum of two songs (to offer a choice), are to be submitted on CD format, with .wav files (data file) preferred.
2. Songs must be original compositions for this first album; steer clear of cover songs.
3. The songs should be played primarily by Rickenbacker instruments; for a song with "just bass" as a Rickenbacker, a song should be chosen that features the bass, as in a bass solo, or a prominent bass line.
4. The songs should contain no vulgar language, or potentially offensive content within the lyrics.
5. Songs should be of a fairly decent standard of recording, (not too much hiss - no calling up the stairs that dinner's ready, etc.!) but not necessarily professionaly produced - recorded in the bedroom (or garage, basement ...!) is fine.
6. "Liner Notes" should be attached explaining instruments (and amps/mics) used & basic recording setup, as well as names of performers.
Submission:
Submit songs on CD to either Tony (who is located in the UK) or Gary (who is located in the USA) by standard post. Please send an e-mail to the mailbox in our profiles and we will reply with the shipping address.
Submissions should be received no later than August 5th, 2006, to be considered. Anything received after this time may be considered for a second volume, if there is one, or returned to sender, if that is agreed on.
Post-Submission:
After submission, Tony will do the following processing of the recording: semi-master the CD, trying to balance levels; apply EQ/enhancement/width etc.; and produce a quantity of CDR's. Tony will also produce artwork, which Peter will approve (we will also check with John Hall) & print it to a decent standard via computer.
Selling Price:
Tony has stated that the CDs will sell for what they cost him, basicaly, the item cost plus some ink & paper costs.
It is better, of course, to know useless things than to know nothing. - Seneca
I will be reiterating the info above in a fresh thread so that it doesn't get buried. Any questions, please post them there (I should have it posted by midnight U.S. Pacific Time).
BTW if anyone sent me sound files (accessed through a link) via an IP address based in Thailand, let me know by real e-mail, otherwise I will assume it's mischief-makers in action ...
BTW if anyone sent me sound files (accessed through a link) via an IP address based in Thailand, let me know by real e-mail, otherwise I will assume it's mischief-makers in action ...
It is better, of course, to know useless things than to know nothing. - Seneca