Originally Posted by Jayme R
Ive been talking to a producer who likes my lyrics. He wants to make a demo. He says it costs only 35 bucks. He wants me to sign up with BMI under him.
I guess the question I have is this... once I make a demo whats next?
Do I own the rights to the lyrics only? Does that mean Im a co-writer?
What kind of paper work/contract should I receive?
What are the important questions I should be asking him?

Thanks, I really appreciate the feedback.


I am NOT a mentor -- but I started answering before I saw what forum this was in!!!

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A demo costs a lot more than $35 -- maybe that is the copyright fee. Yes, you would be the co-writer with whoever did the music.

Questions to ask him:
1.) Why $35? A demo can cost $300-500+ -- what is the $35 for?
2.) What kind of contract do you want me to sign?
3.) Who will be on the copyright credits?
4.) What other artists/writers has he had under publishing?


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