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Use Beyonce Vocals on Your Track Without Copyright Claims

Use Beyonce Vocals on Your Track Without Copyright Claims

How this artist releases known vocals on their tracks without owning the rights

The Producer
May 12, 2023

Hey! This is Ernesto, today I'll show you how to release famous vocals as your own, the production tip of the week from a very special guest, and our choice for best studio monitors under $500.

How to Use Beyonce Vocals on Your Track Without Copyright Claims

There’s an epidemic of famous vocals in the Beatport top 10, have you ever wondered how these artists are pulling this off without shelling out massive royalties? Well, get ready, because I’m about to breakdown this black-hat tactic for you.

It's all about creative collaboration and some nifty licensing tricks. These artists work with singers who can cover the original song, creating a new version that will get you that immediate dancefloor recognition without being considered a remix- why? because it doesn’t use any parts of the original song, that's why it's considered a "cover".

Now, you might think this is a legal minefield, but fear not! Here's how they do it:

Team up with a singer who can deliver an amazing cover of the track in question.
Secure a mechanical license for the cover version. This allows them to distribute and sell the track legally. Services like Loudr and Easy Song Licensing make this step a breeze.
And if they're feeling extra fancy and want to make a video with their Beyoncé-inspired banger, a synchronization (sync) license comes into play. This covers the combo of music and visuals, and can be acquired by contacting the publisher.

So there you have it! By following these steps, electronic music artists can release remixes of famous tracks while staying on the right side of the law. It's all about respecting the original artist while showcasing their unique take on a hit song blah blah blah.

Track of the Week:

Manao, Dagga - Warp VIP (Juice Wrld Forever)

Black V Neck's Production Tip of the Week

"Creating an artificial "space" or "room" for a mix element to exist in is a good way to create or add dimensionality to your production.

Those with access to a convolution reverb can blend in the wet signal of a short or small space to their source material which will create an enhanced perception of stereo image while maintaining mono compatibility (provided the source was already mono compatible).

For added effect, be sure to use the built in eq to shape the sound of the reverb to fit your mix appropriately.

If your particular plugin doesn't offer an eq stage, you can use parallel routing and and an eq of your choice pre or post reverb to achieve the same results. When using this approach, be sure to remove the dry signal entirely from the reverb's processing path, and use volume of the chain to blend in the wet signal to the source instead."

Industry News: Daft Punk Hides Coordinates in Spotify Tracks

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of their Grammy-winning album Random Access Memories, Daft Punk has been hiding coordinates in several tracks on Spotify. The coordinates are tied to cities such as New York City, Paris, Tokyo, and more. With the message "May 11th, 10 AM" accompanying the coordinates, fans have been trying to decipher the clues. While it's unclear what the duo is teasing, it's worth noting that the date falls just before the release of the Random Access Memories 10th Anniversary Edition album. Daft Punk's grand reveal is scheduled for Thursday, May 11th, 2023, at 10 AM.

Best Studio Monitors Under $500:

Our choice for studio monitors under $500 is the Adam Studio T7V. These monitors deliver clear mid/highs and transparent sound at a great price, perfect for making critical mixing decisions in your studio. If you're serious about building a studio, investing in decent monitors like the T7V is crucial. Plus, you can always add the Adam T10S Sub in the future if you want the full bass experience. Check out the full list Home Recording Studio Essentials here.