Legal

Yes, but only if you have the necessary clearance or permission from the original rights holder. Typically, the remixer will not have the rights or authority to dsitrbute and monetize the remix themselves, even if they have a shared interest in the remixes. The rights to monetize a remix will usually reside exclusively with the copryight owner of the master recording or original song.

No, only the owner of the remix has the right to distribute the song commercially or monetize in any way. By participating in a SKIO remix contest, you are agreeing to the standard Remix Contest Terms which state the original rights owners will retain 100% ownership over all remixes made. Please make sure to carefully read the remix contest details, including the rules to know which sharing platforms have been approved for a specific remix contest. In most cases, owner of the original song will grant SKIO users the permission to share remixes on popular social media channels, strictly for promotional purposes and with no rights to commercial monetization. If you are unsure, please check the information on the remix contest page and in the rules section to find out what specific platforms you may share and promote your remix on. For clarity, this means you may not use Distrokid, CD Baby or a similar service to distribute your music to retail outlets and commercial DSP’s like Spotify, Apple Music or Amazon Music etc.

Yes, the owner of the original song, or the party the controls the commercial rights to the master recording of the original composition typically has the sole right to specify where the remix can be shared.

No, uploading bootleg remixes to SKIO is not allowed. Only remixes that have proper clearance or permission from the original rights holder can be uploaded. Unfortunately, we cannot authorize the use of unlicensed remixes or songs with unlicensed samples on SKIO. In accordance with our Terms of Use we require that all songs uploaded to SKIO are done so by the content owner, or with explicit permission from all necessary parties, such as record labels, rights collective agencies, publishers, songwriters, etc.If you have already uploaded a bootleg remix or unlicensed audio, please change the visibility settings on the track to “Draft” instead of “Public”.

The safe and shortest answer is no. However, it depends on the source of the samples and whether or not you have the necessary clearance or permission to use them. You should always check the contest terms and conditions for specific requirements. Remember, according to SKIO’s remix contest terms, you are responsible for clearing any samples used in your remix, and you may be held liable for a copyright violation if you use unlicensed or infringing material in your work. To be safe, we suggest you stick to using only stems from SKIO and royalty free samples for any material you did not create yourself but have included in your work.

Yes, you can upload your song to SKIO, but it’s important that you have the necessary rights to upload and share your music on the platform. In accordance with our Terms of Use we require that all songs uploaded to SKIO Music are done so by the content owner, or with explicit permission from all necessary parties, such as, record labels, rights collective agencies, publishers, songwriters etc. In most cases, remixes do not require the rights collective’s authorization, however, cases may vary. If you have any concerns don’t hesitate to contact us at copyright@skiomusic.com.

It depends on your record label’s policies and the terms of your contract. You should review your contract and check with your label before uploading your song to SKIO. In accordance with our Terms of Use, all music uploaded to SKIO must be authorized by the content owners. If you are signed to a record label you may require the label’s authorization. Please make sure that you have clear permission to upload it to SKIO. Remember, on SKIO, labels and managers can also create their own profiles to showcase and manage the content on their label, set up remix deals, and monetize their catalogue.

A remix created on SKIO may only be shared on social media channels that have been approved by the song owner (copyright owner). Please make sure to carefully read the remix contest details, including the rules to know which sharing platforms have been approved for a specific remix contest. In most cases, owner of the original song will grant SKIO users the permission to share remixes on popular social media channels, strictly for promotional purposes and with no rights to commercial monetization. In some cases, the copyright owner may reserve the right to permit remix uploads and sharing only on the SKIO platform. If you are unsure, please check the information on the remix contest page and in the rules section to find out what specific platforms you share and promote your remix.

You are responsible for clearing samples in your song or remix. It’s important to ensure that you have the necessary rights to use any samples before uploading to SKIO. According to SKIO’s remix contest terms, you are responsible for clearing any samples used in your remix, and you may be held liable for a copyright violation if you use unlicensed or infringing material in your work. To be safe, we suggest you stick to using only stems from SKIO and royalty free samples for any material you did not create yourself but have included in your work.

SKIO’s remix contest terms outline that original rights owners will retain 100% ownership over all remixes made. If the copyright owner of the original song chooses to offer you a royalty split or some form of rights and/or ownership stake in the new remix you created, they will contact you directly to clarify and document the ownership structure of the remix, however this is entirely up to the original copyright owner and is not gauranteed.

Unless specified otherwise in the contest terms and conditions, the aritst or label who owns and controls the master recording of the original song will retain ownership of the remix you create for a SKIO remix contest.