Artist Distribution Agreement
Last Updated: January 18, 2025
You Keep 100% Ownership
This agreement grants us distribution rights only. You retain complete ownership and copyright of your music.
1. Parties to the Agreement
This Distribution Agreement is between:
- Seema Films (the "Distributor"), a music distribution service
- You (the "Artist" or "Label"), the copyright owner of the submitted content
2. Grant of Rights
You grant Seema Films a non-exclusive, worldwide license to:
- Distribute your music to digital streaming platforms and online stores
- Reproduce and transmit your recordings as necessary for distribution
- Collect and remit royalties on your behalf
- Use your artist name, likeness, and artwork for promotional purposes related to distribution
- Submit your music to playlists and editorial consideration (with Premium and Pro plans)
Important: You retain 100% ownership of your master recordings and compositions.
3. Your Warranties and Representations
By submitting content, you warrant that:
- You own or control all rights to the submitted recordings and compositions
- You have obtained all necessary clearances for samples, interpolations, and features
- The content does not infringe on any third-party copyrights or trademarks
- All metadata and credits provided are accurate and complete
- You have the authority to enter into this agreement
- The content complies with platform content policies and applicable laws
4. Revenue Split and Payment Terms
Commission Structure
- Free Trial: Artist receives 85% of net receipts
- Premium Plan: Artist receives 90% of net receipts
- Pro Label Plan: Artist receives 100% of net receipts
Payment Schedule
- Royalties calculated monthly based on platform reports
- Payments processed within 45 days after month-end
- Minimum payout threshold must be reached for payment
- Detailed royalty statements provided with each payment
5. Content Requirements
All submitted content must meet these standards:
Audio Requirements
- WAV format (16-bit or 24-bit, 44.1kHz)
- Professional quality mastering
- No clipping or distortion
- Proper loudness levels
Artwork Requirements
- Minimum 3000x3000 pixels
- Square format (1:1 aspect ratio)
- JPG or PNG format
- No logos from streaming platforms
6. Distribution Timeline
- Standard processing: 3-7 business days
- Premium priority processing: 3 business days
- Platforms may take additional time to make content live
- Takedown requests processed within 7-14 business days
7. Territory and Platforms
Distribution includes:
- Territory: Worldwide (all territories)
- Platforms: 150+ digital streaming and download stores including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and more
- Format: Audio streaming and downloads
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Seema Films harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Copyright or trademark infringement claims
- Breach of your warranties and representations
- Unauthorized use of samples or third-party content
- Inaccurate metadata or credits
9. Term and Termination
This agreement continues until:
- You request takedown of your content
- You cancel your subscription
- Either party terminates for breach of agreement
Upon termination, your content will be removed from platforms within 7-14 business days. You will receive all earned royalties up to the termination date.
10. Contact and Questions
For questions about this agreement, contact us at contact@seemafilms.media.
Your Rights Are Protected
This is a non-exclusive agreement. You are free to work with other distributors or release music independently while using Seema Films.