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.