
Terms and Conditions – BeeBuzzz Records
Article 1. Definitions
In these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:
- BeeBuzzz Records: the contractor, established in Pannerden, The Netherlands.
- Client: the natural or legal person who commissions BeeBuzzz Records to perform services.
- Agreement: any agreement between the Client and BeeBuzzz Records relating to services.
- Services: all music-related services, including but not limited to:
- vocal and instrument recording;
- music production;
- mixing and mastering;
- songwriting and lyric writing;
- composition and arrangement;
- release, distribution and promotion of music.
- Master(s): the final audio recording intended for publication and distribution.
Article 2. Applicability
- These Terms and Conditions apply to all offers, agreements and services provided by BeeBuzzz Records.
- Deviations are only valid if agreed upon in writing.
- Any general terms and conditions of the Client are expressly rejected.
Article 3. Offers and formation of the agreement
- All offers are non-binding and valid for 14 days unless stated otherwise.
- An agreement is concluded when:
- the Client confirms acceptance in writing; or
- BeeBuzzz Records starts performing the services.
- Changes to the assignment may affect pricing, delivery time and planning.
Article 4. Prices and payment
- All prices are exclusive of VAT, unless stated otherwise.
- Payment must be made within 14 days of the invoice date, unless agreed otherwise.
- BeeBuzzz Records may invoice in instalments.
- In case of late payment, the Client is legally in default and statutory interest applies.
- BeeBuzzz Records is entitled to suspend services until payment is received.
Article 5. Studio sessions and attendance
- The Client is responsible for:
- timely attendance at studio sessions;
- adequate preparation of lyrics and performance.
- Late arrival or no-show may be charged in full.
- Additional studio time caused by insufficient preparation will be charged to the Client.
Article 6. Mixing, mastering and revisions
- Unless agreed otherwise, the price includes:
- one (1) mix version;
- up to two (2) reasonable revision rounds.
- Additional revisions will be charged separately.
- BeeBuzzz Records determines the final technical quality of the mix and master.
Article 7. Songwriting and lyrics
- If BeeBuzzz Records (co-)writes lyrics or compositions:
- copyright remains with the author(s);
- ownership splits will be agreed in writing (e.g. via performing rights organisations).
- Without written transfer, the Client only receives a right of use.
Article 8. Intellectual property and masters
- All intellectual property rights remain with BeeBuzzz Records unless agreed otherwise in writing.
- Masters become the property of the Client only after full payment.
- BeeBuzzz Records may use productions for portfolio, promotion, website and social media purposes, unless agreed otherwise in writing.
Article 9. Release and distribution
- If BeeBuzzz Records handles release or distribution, this is done via third-party platforms.
- BeeBuzzz Records is not liable for technical failures or policies of third parties.
- The Client guarantees that all provided content is free from third-party rights.
Article 10. Cancellation
- Studio sessions must be cancelled at least 48 hours in advance.
- Late cancellations may be charged in full.
Article 11. Liability
- BeeBuzzz Records is not liable for:
- artistic or creative choices;
- commercial success of releases;
- data loss beyond its control.
- Liability is limited at all times to the invoice amount of the relevant assignment.
Article 12. Force majeure
- Force majeure includes any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of BeeBuzzz Records.
- In such cases, BeeBuzzz Records may suspend or terminate the agreement without liability.
Article 13. Privacy (GDPR)
- BeeBuzzz Records processes personal data in accordance with the GDPR.
- Personal data is used solely for:
- execution of agreements;
- administration and communication.
- The full Privacy Policy is available on the BeeBuzzz Records website.
Article 14. Applicable law
- All agreements are governed by Dutch law.
- Disputes shall be submitted to the competent court in the district where BeeBuzzz Records is established.