Monthly Archives: August 2009

When does retro become retro?

As a founder of a royalty free music publishing company, one of the many jobs I have is to help steer the breadth and direction of our catalog.  In my mind, one of the trickier elements is how you handle … Continue reading

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New ways to use royalty free music

It seems with the digital age there is no shortage of new opportunities for media of all kinds and with that, more ways to use royalty free music tracks.  This one made my jaw drop.  It appears the future is … Continue reading

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Production keeps getting cheaper.

Personal computers have come a long way in a short period of time.  For video producers and movie makers that also means lower production costs.   Affordable movie editing tools are so powerful these days that professionals can edit big budget … Continue reading

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Copyright Myths Answered: Part 9

This post is part of a series of copyright myths examined. Myth #9: I can do whatever I want with a song because I have obtained a compulsory license. Truth: Once a song has been publicly distributed, anybody can obtain … Continue reading

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Copyright Myths Answered: Part 8

This post is part of a series of copyright myths examined. Myth #8:  I bought music on a CD, so I have the right to use it however I want to. Truth:  Purchasing a CD gives you the right to … Continue reading

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