GETTING COPYRIGHT STRIKES/UNABLE TO MONETIZE ON YOUTUBE?
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Composer, songwriter & producer. All instrumentals are free to download and use commercially. Read FAQs below for more information.

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FAQs:
Q: I am unable to monetise my video on YouTube/I am getting copyright strikes on my videos as your music is under copyright by "xxxx" TuneCore etc. What do I do?
A: I get this all the time. If you ever get copyright claims/strikes or are prevented from monetising videos on YouTube or anywhere else, dispute the claim by stating that the music is under a Creative Commons license and include a link to the original SoundCloud page for the music.

Q: Do I have to ask for your permission to download your instrumentals?
A: Nope. If I have put the instrumental's license under 'Creative Commons', that means you can download the instrumental without permission from me.

Q: What does the 'Creative Commons' license actually mean?
A: 'Creative Commons' license means you can download and use, however you want, without permission from the owner (me). 'Creative Commons' license can allow different and varied amount of rights to the public, e.g., when the license states so, you can even remix, cover, or build upon an instrumental itself if you wish. Full rights can be checked by clicking on the 'Creative Commons' icon when you click the title of an uploaded instrumental.

Q: Does that mean I can use your instrumentals in a video or project that I wish to make money/profit financially from?
A: If the license has allowed you to (which is 'Yes' to the majority of the instrumentals), then yup, it certainly does. You can't sell the instrumental itself, but you can use it in an advert, video, or whatever it may be, and still be fully legal in making money from however you've used the instrumental.

Q: What if your instrumental is a cover or reinterpretation with no vocals of an existing, copyrighted song; can I still download it and it still be legal? And can I use that instrumental, sing over the top of it and make money from doing that; would I still be legal?
A: Well, no; not really, as I don't own the full rights to allow the public to do as they please with the instrumental. Can you make money from it in any way? Absolutely not. This is where things get a little more serious. If I do not own the rights to the song, and you don't either, that means you have absolutely no rights to make money off someone else's work; unless they've stated otherwise. You must gain permission or obtain a license to make money from reinterpretation/cover instrumentals of copyrighted songs.

Q: Hold up. You're telling me I can download your instrumentals, feature it in an advert, project, whatever, to make profit/money from, AND get to do it for free? Where's the small print I'm missing here?
A: No small print, and no secret conditions. The only condition for this whole thing to work is that you MUST give credit. For example, you've made a video on YouTube with an instrumental(s) of mine featured that you wish to monetise: Credit must then be given in an adequate form e.g., Music by David Hyde in the video itself as an annotation or in the video, or in the description of the video. Failure to give adequate credit for the music is in violation of the license, to which I hold the right to take the video down, or mute the video, unless you have subsequently given credit.

Hailing from Chicago, IL Cleveland Johnson IV came into rap simply to help his cousin improve his beat making and engineering. After getting a taste of what it felt like to record and hear feedback from people he knew he wanted more. He took on Yung I.V. as his persona and began to take writing and the recording process more serious. After the release of his mixtape The Playmaker he and his cousin BKeys/Bonafide moved out to Los Angeles to learn the ropes and push their brand and label Bonafide Majestic Music. Since the move Yung I.V. released his first EP Wake Up which show the growth and improvement of an artist finding his way in his own music and in his own style. With the music of trap beats and real lyrics the project really made you want to Wake Up! In February 2019 he and BKeys released Twin Cousins an album featuring the two of them blending their styles of music together to make a movie. With the upcoming release of his next EP due by the end of the year Yung I.V. comes with a summer hit Can’t Deal Wit Ya to get the summer started off right!

Byron Williams, recognized under his music producer alias 2Mp, entered the world on July 20, 1988, in the Dominican Republic. His early years saw a journey across continents, as he and his family moved to the United States when he was just three years old. Settling in Reading, Pennsylvania, his upbringing was infused with the musical spirit by his father—an aspiring musician whose success as a bass guitarist in his homeland paved the way for Byron's lifelong connection with music.

As a youth, Byron's fascination with crafting compositions emerged through a process of trial and error. He taught himself the art of mixing cassettes from diverse artists using a tape recorder. This experimental process of melding existing sounds ignited an exhilarating sense of uniqueness that left an indelible mark on Byron. Through this journey, his affinity for music production flourished, propelling him toward a path of self-discovery and creative expression.

To gain insight into the intricate tapestry of musical preferences, Byron ventured into the realm of a disc jockey. Before long, he embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, aided by the unwavering support of his parents, who had cultivated his love for music. Byron poured substantial time and resources earned from prior gigs into refining his craft as a music producer.

Delving into beat-making software, Byron pushed the boundaries of his craft, striving to craft signature harmonics. As his proficiency evolved, he seized the opportunity to establish a haven for local artists in the form of a recording studio.

Throughout his formative years, Byron's influence expanded across the globe, spanning regions such as The Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Panama, Venezuela, Mexico, and the UK. Collaborating with aspiring talents, musicians, producers, and engineers, Byron's trajectory led him to earn a coveted spot on prominent mixtape series such as "Coast2Coast Instrumentals" and "Got Instrumentals".

With an extensive journey of over 20 years, Byron stands as an enduring pillar of studio services in Reading, Pennsylvania. His versatility transcends myriad genres, though Hip Hop, Pop, Dance, Reggae, Reggaeton, and Latin Music shine brightly on his portfolio. A beacon for artists seeking to elevate their craft, Byron offers comprehensive support encompassing recording, production, mixing, arrangements, and instrumentals for their forthcoming ventures.

For a glimpse into the world of Byron Williams, follow his artistic odyssey on various social media platforms.

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This account was created to share an archive of songs by the band Peniculum, material from "The Unscripted & Friends" series, and a few other projects Im involved in. To clarify, Peniculum is Not Me. I am posting those because I have an archive of Peniculum I have collected over the years and was given permission by the members of Peniculum to post the music. Peniculum is: Gus Schwab, Mark Thiel, Riley Manthey and Mark Poe. Thank you for your time. Support Your Local Arts and Music.

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