Hey Tamera,

They're good comments you have posted, but I think the main point to be made here is the issue of fairness. It is usual for any media company to hold the publishing rights, but not the songwriters rights also. In essence, a 50/50 split is usual business practice, to which no-one has any objection. Even if the Grand Prize Winner was to get zip, that's OK if there is free publicity and the chance of further career progression.

What is not fair or reasonable for the ENTRANTS, is to sign over ALL rights and recieve absolutely nothing in return, forever.

I don't think I could stand hearing one of my numbers on radio, while sitting there fuming that I was diddled out of the small payments which are due to the songwriter.

It is not usual business practice, and one would hope that the wording is one of oversight rather than deliberate intent.

I'm sure everyone here gives you the most support Tamera, and in giving that support, wish the very best for you. That is precisely why a number of people here are a little gobsmacked ( not paranoid ) at the terms and conditions of entry. If your work has value, then that value should be recognised, and not given away for free.

Best of luck with your entry,

cheers, niteshift


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