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Advances in AI across all industries brings up mixed emotions – intrigue, fear, excitement – often rooted in the unknown of it all. This discussion hopes to uncover and discuss some of those unknowns and look at the opportunities and challenges that come with AI in the music industry. Speakers include Andrea Kokonis from SOCAN and musician, producer and educator Bob Hallett. Moderating the session is Arun Chaturvedi from the Songwriter’s Association of Canada who will be probing into this exciting topic from the perspective of producers and songwriters.

This panel takes place during East Coast Music Week at the Delta Hotel in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

Are you considering a publishing deal or just want to better understand your rights as a songwriter? Join us for an exclusive webinar where the team at Edwards Creative Law will break down the essentials of music publishing agreements.

The goal of this session is to help songwriters better understand the type and nature of publishing deals and to better understand their rights and responsibilities as creators.

This session will explore:

• The difference between Administration and Co-Publishing deals
• Minimum Delivery Commitments – what do they mean for you?
• Understanding Mechanical and Performance Royalties
• The role of Procured Covers and Co-Writes
• Navigating Exclusive, Retention, and Collection Periods
• How Advances and Option Terms really work
• Most importantly — Why are you signing this deal?

This session will be hosted by Byron Pascoe, partner and entertainment lawyer at Edwards Creative Law. More info about Byron and this law firm: www.edwardslaw.ca

This webinar is exclusively for S.A.C. members. Register for free here.