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Signing a record contract? The 5 things that could be the difference between a successful music career and losing your vision and control

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The punk rock group, The Sex Pistols, are about to be moved by a policeman as they sign a copy of their new recording contract with A & M Records outside Buckingham Palace. The next record to be released is called "God Save the Queen". The band members (from far left to right) are John Lydon, Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Sid Vicious.

When signing a record deal, one clause can be the difference between earning royalties and carving out a successful music career and losing your vision and control of your own creation.

Navigating the intricacies of rights, royalties and payments in music contracts can be hugely challenging and it is an important step to ensure the success of a music artist.

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