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
  1. These Terms and Conditions apply to all offers, agreements and services provided by BeeBuzzz Records.
  2. Deviations are only valid if agreed upon in writing.
  3. Any general terms and conditions of the Client are expressly rejected.

Article 3. Offers and formation of the agreement
  1. All offers are non-binding and valid for 14 days unless stated otherwise.
  2. An agreement is concluded when:
    • the Client confirms acceptance in writing; or
    • BeeBuzzz Records starts performing the services.
  3. Changes to the assignment may affect pricing, delivery time and planning.

Article 4. Prices and payment
  1. All prices are exclusive of VAT, unless stated otherwise.
  2. Payment must be made within 14 days of the invoice date, unless agreed otherwise.
  3. BeeBuzzz Records may invoice in instalments.
  4. In case of late payment, the Client is legally in default and statutory interest applies.
  5. BeeBuzzz Records is entitled to suspend services until payment is received.

Article 5. Studio sessions and attendance
  1. The Client is responsible for:
    • timely attendance at studio sessions;
    • adequate preparation of lyrics and performance.
  2. Late arrival or no-show may be charged in full.
  3. Additional studio time caused by insufficient preparation will be charged to the Client.

Article 6. Mixing, mastering and revisions
  1. Unless agreed otherwise, the price includes:
    • one (1) mix version;
    • up to two (2) reasonable revision rounds.
  2. Additional revisions will be charged separately.
  3. BeeBuzzz Records determines the final technical quality of the mix and master.

Article 7. Songwriting and lyrics
  1. 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).
  2. Without written transfer, the Client only receives a right of use.

Article 8. Intellectual property and masters
  1. All intellectual property rights remain with BeeBuzzz Records unless agreed otherwise in writing.
  2. Masters become the property of the Client only after full payment.
  3. BeeBuzzz Records may use productions for portfolio, promotion, website and social media purposes, unless agreed otherwise in writing.

Article 9. Release and distribution
  1. If BeeBuzzz Records handles release or distribution, this is done via third-party platforms.
  2. BeeBuzzz Records is not liable for technical failures or policies of third parties.
  3. The Client guarantees that all provided content is free from third-party rights.

Article 10. Cancellation
  1. Studio sessions must be cancelled at least 48 hours in advance.
  2. Late cancellations may be charged in full.

Article 11. Liability
  1. BeeBuzzz Records is not liable for:
    • artistic or creative choices;
    • commercial success of releases;
    • data loss beyond its control.
  2. Liability is limited at all times to the invoice amount of the relevant assignment.

Article 12. Force majeure
  1. Force majeure includes any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of BeeBuzzz Records.
  2. In such cases, BeeBuzzz Records may suspend or terminate the agreement without liability.

Article 13. Privacy (GDPR)
  1. BeeBuzzz Records processes personal data in accordance with the GDPR.
  2. Personal data is used solely for:
    • execution of agreements;
    • administration and communication.
  3. The full Privacy Policy is available on the BeeBuzzz Records website.

Article 14. Applicable law
  1. All agreements are governed by Dutch law.
  2. Disputes shall be submitted to the competent court in the district where BeeBuzzz Records is established.