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EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TERMS

These EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TERMS (the “Agreement”) govern the grant of exclusive rights in connection with the purchase or acquisition of an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE from OiBeats (the “Producer”, “Licensor”, “we”, or “us”). By purchasing, negotiating, or otherwise acquiring an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE, the purchaser (the “Client”, “Licensee”, or “you”) agrees to be bound by these Terms, in addition to the GENERAL LICENSE TERMS of OiBeats (where applicable).

These EXCLUSIVE LICENSE TERMS are intended to provide a comprehensive overview. Specific rights, limitations, pricing, and commercial scope may be adjusted on a case‑by‑case basis, particularly where:

  • The Client is a major or independent record label;
  • The deal involves legal or business representatives (lawyers, managers, A&R, publishers);
  • The project involves complex media exploitation (global campaigns, major syncs, brand partnerships).

Where any discrepancy arises between this general EXCLUSIVE LICENSE page and a specific, signed agreement (for example, a negotiated contract with a label’s legal department), the signed written agreement shall prevail for that particular deal.

1. IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: EXCLUSIVE DOES NOT MEAN OWNERSHIP

An EXCLUSIVE LICENSE from OiBeats grants you exclusive usage rights for the licensed Beat, but does not automatically transfer copyright ownership of the Beat’s underlying composition or master recording.

  • Unless a separate, explicit, and duly signed HYBRID BUYOUT or other transfer agreement is executed, OiBeats remains the legal owner of:
    • The Beat’s composition (music, arrangement); and
    • The Beat’s original master production (instrumental recording).
  • Under a STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE, you receive:
    • Exclusive rights of use for new vocal recordings and commercial releases;
    • Extensive exploitation rights for your own recordings built on top of the Beat;
    • But not full transfer of all copyrights in the Beat itself.

This approach is in line with common music industry practice, where the original producer or composer often retains copyright in the underlying work, even when granting exclusive exploitation rights. For a general overview of how exclusive rights operate under copyright law, you may refer to the EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS (COPYRIGHT) article.

2. NATURE OF THE EXCLUSIVE LICENSE

An EXCLUSIVE LICENSE from OiBeats grants the Client exclusive usage rights to the musical composition and sound recording (the “Beat”) from the effective date of the exclusive agreement onward.

  • EXCLUSIVE USE: Only the Licensee is authorized by OiBeats to create new vocal recordings and musical works using the Beat after the date the EXCLUSIVE LICENSE is executed.
  • NO AUTOMATIC OWNERSHIP: The Beat remains the intellectual property of OiBeats unless a separate, clearly worded HYBRID BUYOUT or custom transfer agreement is signed by both parties.
  • REMOVAL FROM STORES: Upon completion of an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE:
    • OiBeats will remove the Beat from public beat stores, catalogs, and licensing platforms under its control within a reasonable timeframe;
    • The Beat will no longer be made available for new vocal licenses or sales to third parties.

This Agreement is suitable for:

  • Serious independent artists seeking sole use of a Beat;
  • Independent or major labels locking a Beat for a specific artist or project;
  • Situations where legal teams and A&R require formal documentation of exclusivity.

3. EXCLUSIVITY, PRIOR LICENSES, AND VOCAL RECORDING RESTRICTION

3.1 EXCLUSIVE USE FROM EFFECTIVE DATE

  • From the effective date of the EXCLUSIVE LICENSE:
    • No other artist or third party shall be authorized by OiBeats to record vocals or create new songs using the Beat;
    • The Client shall have sole and exclusive rights to create, release, perform, and commercially exploit their new Songs using the Beat.
  • This exclusivity applies primarily to vocal and artist usage, and does not by itself transfer ownership of the underlying composition or production.

3.2 PRIOR NON‑EXCLUSIVE LICENSES REMAIN VALID

  • If the Beat was previously licensed under non‑exclusive terms (such as BASIC, PREMIUM, UNLIMITED, or other earlier agreements), those licenses remain fully valid and enforceable.
  • Artists who lawfully obtained non‑exclusive licenses before the EXCLUSIVE LICENSE:
    • May keep their Songs online and continue exploiting them within their licensed scope;
    • Are protected by OiBeats as they are outside the scope of the new EXCLUSIVE LICENSE;
    • Must still comply with all limitations of their original license (streams, usage, etc.).
  • The EXCLUSIVE LICENSEE acknowledges and accepts that:
    • Other versions or Songs using the Beat may already exist publicly due to prior valid licenses;
    • OiBeats will not cancel or retroactively revoke those lawful, pre‑existing agreements.

3.3 NO NEW VOCAL LICENSES

  • After the EXCLUSIVE LICENSE is granted:
    • OiBeats will not sell or grant new non‑exclusive licenses for vocal usage of the Beat;
    • Any request by third parties to license the Beat for vocal purposes will be declined or redirected to the Exclusive Licensee if relevant and mutually agreed in writing.

4. STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE – SCOPE OF RIGHTS

Unless otherwise negotiated in writing, a STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE from OiBeats typically includes the following core rights:

  • Worldwide commercial usage rights;
  • Unlimited streaming and distribution of the Client’s Songs using the Beat;
  • Delivery of high‑quality audio files (e.g., WAV, MP3) and, where agreed, stems / multitracks for creative use;
  • The right to monetize and exploit the Client’s master recordings (Songs) incorporating the Beat;
  • The right to use the Beat in connection with the Client’s musical projects without limitation on audience size or standard online platforms (e.g., Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc.).

Unless explicitly limited in a custom agreement, a STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE is normally:

  • Perpetual (no fixed end date for your rights of use);
  • Worldwide in territorial scope;
  • Exclusive for future vocal exploitation (subject to Section 3.2 regarding pre‑existing non‑exclusive licenses).

For further context on how music rights can be granted and shared, consider reviewing the MUSIC PUBLISHING overview.

5. PRODUCER OWNERSHIP, ADMINISTRATIVE RIGHTS & REGISTRATIONS

5.1 ONGOING PRODUCER OWNERSHIP

  • Under a STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE (without HYBRID BUYOUT), OiBeats retains ownership of:
    • All copyrights in the Beat’s composition; and
    • All copyrights in the Beat’s original master production (instrumental).
  • You, as the Client, own:
    • Your lyrics, vocal performances, and additional musical elements you add; and
    • Your master recording(s) (the Songs you create using the Beat), subject to OiBeats’ underlying rights in the instrumental.

5.2 REGISTRATION & RIGHTS MANAGEMENT

  • OiBeats may maintain registrations of the Beat with:
    • Publishing companies or administrators (for composition rights);
    • PROs (e.g., PRS, BMI, ASCAP, COSOMA, etc.);
    • CONTENT ID and other fingerprinting / rights‑management systems.
  • These registrations:
    • Confirm OiBeats as the original author/producer;
    • Help prevent fraudulent claims by third parties;
    • Assist in proper royalty allocation and enforcement.

5.3 COOPERATION & DATA SHARING

  • Upon executing an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE, OiBeats may share key registration details (e.g., ISWC, work codes) so that:
    • You can correctly register your Songs with PROs, if applicable;
    • Your legal team can properly document the rights for label or publishing administration;
    • Conflicts in Content ID or PRO registrations can be minimized and resolved efficiently.

6. ROYALTIES & PUBLISHING – STANDARD EXCLUSIVE

6.1 MASTER ROYALTIES

  • Under the STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE:
    • The Client retains 100% of master royalties (income from the Client’s sound recording(s)) generated by the Songs they release using the Beat.
    • OiBeats does not take a share in the Client’s master recording royalties by default.

6.2 PUBLISHING ROYALTIES (COMPOSITION)

  • Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the default STANDARD EXCLUSIVE publishing split is:
    • 50% to OiBeats (Producer / Composer); and
    • 50% to the Client (Writer / Artist).
  • This split covers:
    • Performance royalties;
    • Mechanical royalties;
    • Other composition‑based publishing income.
  • The exact registration method may depend on:
    • Whether the Client is signed to a publisher or label;
    • Which PROs or collection societies are involved;
    • Any negotiated variations where multiple writers are credited on the Song.

For a high‑level explanation of music royalties and splits, see MUSIC ROYALTIES.

7. HYBRID BUYOUT OPTION (EXTENDED EXCLUSIVE)

The HYBRID BUYOUT is a premium, expanded form of exclusivity. It does not represent a full sale of all rights where the Producer loses all interest; instead, it offers substantially increased control to the Client while OiBeats retains a reduced ownership stake on the composition side.

7.1 NATURE OF THE HYBRID BUYOUT

  • Under a HYBRID BUYOUT:
    • The Client obtains very broad, long‑term rights and increased control over the Beat and its exploitation;
    • OiBeats retains a reduced publishing share (e.g., 20%) as original creator, but generally no claim to master royalties;
    • The deal is custom and must be documented in a specific written HYBRID BUYOUT agreement.

7.2 EFFECT ON CONTENT ID & ADMINISTRATION

  • Under a HYBRID BUYOUT, the Beat:
    • May be removed from certain CONTENT ID systems for future standalone blocking/control by OiBeats;
    • May be re‑administered in a way that gives the Client significantly more control over how the Beat is exploited in connection with their brand, label, or catalog.
  • OiBeats and the Client (or the Client’s label/publisher) will coordinate on:
    • How existing registrations are migrated or updated;
    • How new registrations should reflect the revised publishing shares;
    • How to handle future Content ID conflicts and claims.

7.3 ROYALTIES UNDER HYBRID BUYOUT

  • Unless otherwise negotiated, the standard HYBRID BUYOUT publishing split is:
    • 20% Producer (OiBeats) – reduced composition share;
    • 80% Client (Artist / Label) – majority composition share.
  • Master royalties under the HYBRID BUYOUT:
    • Remain at 0% Producer by default; the Client or Client’s label retains 100% of master income from the sound recording(s).
  • Any changes to these percentages must be clearly reflected in the written HYBRID BUYOUT agreement.

7.4 PRIOR SYNC USES

  • If the Beat was licensed for synchronization (e.g., film, TV, advertising, games) before the HYBRID BUYOUT:
    • Those prior sync licenses remain valid and are not automatically voided;
    • OiBeats may retain any rights and income associated with those previous sync deals, subject to their original terms;
    • The HYBRID BUYOUT primarily governs new exploitations going forward, not the retroactive unwinding of past deals.

Because HYBRID BUYOUT arrangements can be legally and commercially complex, Clients (especially labels and management companies) are encouraged to consult their own legal advisors and business managers before finalizing such a deal.

8. SYNC, BRANDING & EXTENDED MEDIA RIGHTS

8.1 BASE EXCLUSIVE VS. SYNC RIGHTS

  • The base STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE does not automatically include full synchronization rights in all media. In particular, it does not, by default, cover:
    • Television series or films;
    • Theatrical release films or trailers;
    • Large‑scale advertising or branded campaigns;
    • Video games or complex interactive media.
  • These uses require:
    • A separate INDUSTRY/SYNC LICENSE; and/or
    • Appropriate sync clauses within the STANDARD EXCLUSIVE or HYBRID BUYOUT agreement.

8.2 RIGHT TO UPGRADE

  • Only the EXCLUSIVE LICENSEE (or their authorized label/representatives) has the right to:
    • Negotiate extended sync and branding rights for the Beat;
    • Upgrade to HYBRID BUYOUT or more advanced sync terms;
    • Secure brand‑specific or territory‑specific sync arrangements.
  • Third parties seeking to use the Beat for major media projects will normally be referred to the EXCLUSIVE LICENSEE, where appropriate and agreed, or to OiBeats for a joint discussion.

For general background on synchronization licensing, see the SYNCHRONIZATION RIGHTS article.

9. PRICING STRUCTURE & NEGOTIATION

  • The EXCLUSIVE LICENSE is a custom, rights‑based agreement. Pricing depends on:
    • The scope of rights (standard exclusive vs. HYBRID BUYOUT);
    • Whether extended sync, branding, or global campaigns are included;
    • The scale of the Client (independent artist vs. label vs. major campaign);
    • Any additional services (custom changes, edits, or production work).
  • As a general guideline (subject to change), STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE pricing typically begins around $800 USD, but final fees may be significantly higher depending on the rights requested.
  • HYBRID BUYOUT deals carry a higher fee to reflect the broader rights and reduced Producer share.
  • All prices are subject to change over time at OiBeats’ discretion and may vary on a Beat‑by‑Beat basis.

10. REMOVAL FROM STORE & PLATFORMS

  • Upon execution of an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE:
    • OiBeats will remove the Beat from its own online storefront(s) and beat catalogs within a reasonable period of time;
    • OiBeats will request or initiate removal from any third‑party platforms it directly controls or can manage (e.g., partnered marketplaces).
  • Existing promotional material (e.g., non‑downloadable previews, social media clips) may remain online or be phased out gradually, provided they do not undermine the Client’s exclusive rights.
  • No new licenses for vocal recordings shall be granted to third parties after the effective date of the EXCLUSIVE LICENSE.

11. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS & NO IMPLIED TRANSFERS

  • All rights not expressly granted to the Client in the STANDARD EXCLUSIVE LICENSE or HYBRID BUYOUT agreement are reserved by OiBeats.
  • Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a full transfer of copyright ownership unless:
    • Explicit language stating such transfer appears in a separate written agreement;
    • That agreement is signed by both OiBeats and the Client (or Client’s authorized representative).
  • The existence of an EXCLUSIVE LICENSE does not grant the Client:
    • The right to resell the Beat to other artists as an instrumental;
    • The right to sublicense the Beat as a standalone product to third parties;
    • The right to represent themselves as the original producer or sole author of the instrumental.
  • For label‑level deals, large campaigns, or complex HYBRID BUYOUT structures, OiBeats strongly encourages both sides to involve:
    • Experienced entertainment lawyers;
    • Label or management business affairs teams;
    • Publishing administrators or PRO contacts if necessary.
  • OiBeats can:
    • Provide draft terms, summaries, and key deal points for review;
    • Cooperate with the Client’s representatives to finalize a mutually acceptable long‑form agreement;
    • Clarify registration and data requirements for publishing and rights‑management systems.
  • Ultimately, both parties are responsible for understanding the legal implications before signing.

13. LEARN MORE & CONTACT

For a structured breakdown of OiBeats’ EXCLUSIVE LICENSE offering, including FAQs, examples, and any updates to these terms, please refer to the dedicated EXCLUSIVE LICENSE page on the official OiBeats website.

If you are a serious artist, label, manager, or legal representative seeking to discuss a STANDARD EXCLUSIVE or HYBRID BUYOUT deal, or if you need custom clauses for sync and branding, please reach out:

  • Logged‑in users: submit a ticket via the USER SUPPORT area.
  • Visitors / not logged‑in users: use the public CONTACT FORM.

Please include:

  • The name or link of the Beat you are interested in;
  • Whether you seek STANDARD EXCLUSIVE or HYBRID BUYOUT;
  • Relevant project details (artist name, label, territories, planned usage);
  • Contact information for any attorneys or business reps involved.

OiBeats will review your request and respond with proposed terms, pricing, and next steps. All offers, negotiations, and deals are subject to mutual agreement and may be withdrawn or modified until a final written agreement is signed.

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