Free Music Producer Q&A

Because you did something wrong, you don't want the record label to sue you, and you definitely don't want to sue yourself, so...

How long can you legally utilize a commercial song's sample without getting in trouble before using it in your own production?

Up to 5 seconds

Up to 1 minute

Up to 30 seconds

None, unless it's a short, atonal, and non-vocal sound

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What Swedish producer collaborated with Backstreet Boys, N'Sync, and Britney Spears?

Max Martin

Rami

Kristian Lundin

All of the above

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You must be familiar with the terminology used in the music industry.

What exactly does "A&R" mean?

Artist & Repertoire

Artistic & Reliable

Art & Research

Artists & Roadies

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Which of the following best describes "dynamics" in regard to audio?

Maxing out the volume during the mastering process

The time from song release to peak position on the chart

The difference between the softest and the loudest part

How loud a song is on the radio

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What is the name of the renowned "bible" for the music industry that was penned by mega-deal entertainment attorney Donald S. Passman?

Behind The Glass

All You Need To Know About The Music Business

This Business Of Music

Music Business 101

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When the record label requests a radio edit or radio version, you better offer the proper materials.

How long should the song be that you're supposed to perform?

Without compromising the integrity of the song's structure, as near to 2 minutes and 25 seconds as possible

About 5 minutes or slightly less

Less than 2 minutes

About 3 to 4 minutes

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What is meant by the "Sunset Clause"?

A phrase that Mick Jagger first coined to justify his use of narcotics while performing on stage

A clause in a contract that guarantees things like your manager won't always be taking percentages

The specified time of day the studio shuts down for the night

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FREE Music Producer Question and Answers

Because you did something wrong, you don't want the record label to sue you, and you definitely don't want to sue yourself, so... How long can you legally utilize a commercial song's sample without getting in trouble before using it in your own production?

What Swedish producer collaborated with Backstreet Boys, N'Sync, and Britney Spears?

You must be familiar with the terminology used in the music industry. What exactly does "A&R" mean?

Which of the following best describes "dynamics" in regard to audio?

What is the name of the renowned "bible" for the music industry that was penned by mega-deal entertainment attorney Donald S. Passman?

When the record label requests a radio edit or radio version, you better offer the proper materials. How long should the song be that you're supposed to perform?

What is meant by the "Sunset Clause"?

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Because you did something wrong, you don't want the record label to sue you, and you definitely don't want to sue yourself, so...

How long can you legally utilize a commercial song's sample without getting in trouble before using it in your own production?

You must be familiar with the terminology used in the music industry.

What exactly does "A&R" mean?

When the record label requests a radio edit or radio version, you better offer the proper materials.

How long should the song be that you're supposed to perform?