Greetings, T_Music:

Glad to have you aboard. Thanks for your input on this interesting thread. My version of "This Business of Music" (admittedly quite old) does not list a specified term in the copy of the SGA Exclusive Contract. Perhaps you have a newer version? Forgive me, I did not click on the link you provided since you are not a regular here... yet! I certainly hope you will continue to participate. I'll let Steve decide for himself if he thinks an apology is needed... LOL!

I would attempt to shorten any specified term longer than two years unless the outfit offering the contract could provide a real good reason for needing longer... and I would certainly want to see a reversion clause to my liking before I would sign on the dotted line. In this biz, just about everything is negotiable.

Once again, no argument intended, I'm simply looking for clarity and trying to make you feel welcome. Opinions, whether differing from mine or not, are always welcome.

Best,

Dave Rice

http://www.ShowCaseYourMusic.com/DaveRice