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Not all music is created equal in music synchronization. That’s why it’s critical to understand what makes music syncable, says Michael Jurasits, creative director and music supervisor for Human Worldwide. “We're probably not gonna sync your avant-garde opus about, like, your great uncle who is a taxidermist,” Jurasits says. “And that's not because...
Are you a “sync artist”—a musician who builds their brand writing specifically for sync opportunities—or an artist who simply happens to get synced? That’s a fundamental question for anyone venturing into this business, says Allegra Willis Knerr, executive vice president of global sync licensing at BMG Rights Management. If it’s the former, it’s es...
Artists should target shows that cater to their style of music, says Dom Jones B.M. ’19, a specialist for Sony SyncShop. So if your music is pop, she says, it’s likely a better fit for the CW sports series All American than it would be for the Starz strip club drama P-Valley. “If you're sending happy pop music to the music supervisor of P-Valley, t...
If you’re cowriting, then it’s critical that your split sheets—or “splits,” an agreement between song contributors that specifies their ownership percentages—are sorted out before pitching music to potential clients. "Nobody wants to go back and forth with you while you figure out your splits. If they love the song, make it easily clearable for the...
Independent artists who lack industry connections or who are struggling to build relationships with music supervisors might want to consider signing with a sync repor agency. A reputable sync rep has access to production houses, music supervisors, and directors, and these types of clients often prefer to work with reps rather than with artists. “Mu...
Landing a sync placement is a major accomplishment, but it's important to know how to handle what comes next: navigating the business side of the industry. This requires a specialized set of skills and knowledge and is where building relationships with trusted individuals in your professional network becomes essential, experts say. “Find the people...
When negotiating a sync deal, artists need to be aware of the different types of media and their respective pay structures. Trailers and commercials typically offer the highest payout, while fees for TV and films can vary widely. Programs like The Voice and American Idol, which Jones calls "MFN shows,” pay the same fee for all songs used in the ser...
There’s also the question of exclusivity. A nonexclusive license is typically the best option, Willis Knerr says, as it provides more opportunities for your music to be synced without locking you in. But you shouldn’t necessarily dismiss an exclusive license. “If you're talking about totalexclusivity, for a very long period of time, or if it's for ...
It's also important for artists to understand the distinction between in-context and out-of-context uses of their music. In-context use refers to the use of a song within a film or TV show, while out-of-context use involves using the music in related trailers or other promotional materials. “If they're building a whole trailer out of it, that's a s...
Negotiating a sync deal can be a delicate balance, as the temptation to hold onto a special piece of music and demand a higher fee can lead to missed opportunities. “I've seen independent artists lose deals, sadly, because they were so attached to a song and really were trying to, like, squeeze blood from a stone and cash in on their first sync,” s...
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Oct 4, 2023 · Oct 4 (Reuters) - Toymaker MGA Entertainment and music publisher BMG Rights Management have settled a lawsuit that accused MGA of illegally copying the Black Eyed Peas' hit "My Humps" to...