Well for one thing, royalties is not even spelled right in that link, so what does that say about what might be contained in that link?

This exchange has been very educational, and I am glad for the lively discussion, because it has drawn very well thought out answers from both Mike and Stu. But if that link is to support the notion that you don't have to secure some sort of permission (license or written hold or whatever) before recording a demo, well it seems like the point is moot and has already been fully answered. I too have read advice that says to record the song first and then secure the licensing later. I'm sure that does happen. But for my money, Stu and Mike's experience (probably combined they have 60 years at a high level in the music business) and logic would lead me to believe in what they have to say about this. Besides, their examples and logic are rooted in the law. Except for the exclusions in the law, you can't copy something without permission.


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