If you’re wondering how to sample a song legally, the first question to ask yourself is: which part am I using – the composition, lyrics or recording (sampling)? Composition copyrights: singing from the same hymn sheet Once a song has had its first release, anyone cancover that songwit...
Isolate the parts you want to sample. Now, decide which parts of the song you will sample. Take note of the original tempo as well. Taking tempo notes will make it easier to match the beat to your loops and recordings. However, you can always change the tempo to your liking. An examp...
How to Release a Cover & Earn Money What is a cover song - legally speaking?A cover is different to medley, remixes, and derivative versions of songs, and covering a song is also different to the process of sampling. A song is considered to be a cover if you have not made any ...
An interpolation is where a musician re-records lyrics or music from another artist's song note for note, based on the original composition. Why does this matter? Well, to legally use a sample, you'll need permission to use both the master recording and the underlying composition. But...
“This sample makes the whole track and I’m not changing it. I’ll just let them sue me later once the song is a hit.” But DON’T. You need TWO different permissions in order to legally use a sample from an existing recording in your own music: ...
Pick a song that will teach you something just by learning and recording it. 2. How to determine your song is still legally cover A cover song is a recording of a previously released song that has kept the same composition (lyrics, melody and song structure) as the original version. ...
Sample clearance Tracklib is a game-changer, finally allowing all artists and producers to release music with samples legally. Anything on our site can be cleared fast and affordably, no matter if you're sampling Tina Turner or an unknown artist. Unlimited sample clearance is included with ourPr...
What to Do When You’re Stuck in a Creative Desert This week, I’m stuck. I’m struggling to come up with new ideas on the piano. I’m using all the same plugins and production techniques in the DAW. Nothing I’m doing musically feels particularly exciting or new. I’m feeling slig...
How do I use legally copyrighted music on YouTube? What can happen if you do not get permission? How to get permission to use the song in your video? How to ask for copyright permission to use a song? How much does it cost to license a song?
With Rocket Piano you also learn several classic songs as well as original songs that are exclusive to Rocket Piano. You will learn all the skills you need to be able to play any song you want! This is something you don't get with other piano courses. They just teach you songs in a...