Karoke-Version licensing

mikesworkbench

I think it is safe to say that a large percent of StageTraxx users are buying and performing publicly with tracks from Karaoke-Version.

I'm not exactly sure what to think about licensing. Perhaps some of you can share your thoughts.

At $2.99 per track it is pretty easy to build up a large collection of songs and build a setlist of 100 - 200 or more songs. Adding an additional license to each song could get cost prohibited pretty quickly.

How have some of you approached this topic?

Kevtyler

I just ignore the option to license.

bobinscotland

I thought the licence was for commercial recordings for resale, rather than for live-playing purposes.

davedroug

most karaoke files are MP4 won't play on Stagetraxx as far has in know .you just need backing track. or you can rip them from utube direct recording straight, to something like Audacity. and save them in whatever format you like wave. mp3 etc then just add the lyrics 'has text file .i usually do my own backing tracks using the keyboard, but have ripped the odd one here one that was ripped because my singer insisted on having the female vocal's on it .you can get decent recordings bit of a learnings curve but easy when used .have a listen to this. https://www.bandlab.com/user7088264374062931/something-stupid-vocals-mast-musicvocals-cf8463e8?revId=c79dfd0a-3335-ee11-b8f0-000d3a41ec20

Riff

davedroug most karaoke files are MP4 won't play on Stagetraxx as far has in know

That's something different. This thread is about the stems you get from karaoke-version.com.

davedroug

Riff $69.99 never paid for a backing track in my life LOL 😂 you can still only use the wave files mp3 etc on stagetraxx

mikesworkbench

I appreciate the responses so far. I’m still looking for some clarification on how far I can go using the $2.99 tracks from karaoke-version.com. The more expensive licenses mention things about streaming and video productions Amun’s other things. If I use these tracks in a paid performance where I play my own guitar and sing (or use them to supplement my band) will the karaoke-version police every come to get me in trouble?

Just wanting to hear the thoughts of a few more people who use karaoke-version tracks in public performances.

Damir

mikesworkbench if you cant use a non original recording of a song like the backing track then you should not be alowed to sing anybodies song thats not your original composition and then someone could always claim rights if you happen to stumble on a chord progression or solo that sounds similar, no music would be played in the future cause we would all be copying someone, so i dont think the police are going to grab you off stage any day soon ,
Just keep on rockin and dont perfectly play those solos and you should be fine , unless you are a superstar and appearing on the media to bilions, nobody will give a truck.😂 they should pay you for performing their material and promoting it $$$$$$$$$$$

davedroug

mikesworkbench wouldn't worry about it not many backing tracks out there that's carbon copy's of the originals. a get around copyright,:} i remember years ago playing the clubs the odd time had to pay a performing rights fee a couple of quid ,think its paid by the clubs pubs etc in the music licence now just get on with it and enjoy yourself

PERFORMING A COVER SONG LIVE: The rock band or solo performer does not need a license to perform a cover song live. It is the club, restaurant, or concert venue that is supposed to obtain a license or licenses for generally hosting music performances, which includes the live music as well as the recorded music they play over the sound system. These are licenses from PROs, or performing rights organizations, namely ASCAP, BMI, SESAC. These organizations sell licenses on their websites. They also send agents to clubs and restaurants to try to get them to buy a license.

just don't record yourself using a cover and try to sell it cos that's an whole new ball game. otherwise your clean to go lol