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Parties

Comment: This section identifies the parties involved in the agreement.

This Endorsement Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into on this _____ day of ______, 20 (the “Effective Date”), by and between [Musical Artist/Band Name] (referred to as the “Artist”) and [Brand/Company Name] (referred to as the “Company”), collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

Grant of Endorsement Rights

Comment: This section outlines the rights granted by the Artist to the Company for the endorsement and promotion of the product or service.

2.1 The Artist grants the Company the exclusive right to use the Artist’s name, likeness, image, voice, and any other designated elements (collectively referred to as the “Endorsement Rights”) for the purpose of endorsing and promoting the product or service.

2.2 The Company shall have the right to use the Endorsement Rights in advertising, marketing materials, social media, public relations activities, and any other promotional channels, as agreed upon by the Parties.

Compensation

Comment: This section addresses the compensation to be provided to the Artist for the endorsement.

3.1 The Company agrees to compensate the Artist as specified in Exhibit A attached hereto. Compensation may include a fee, royalties, products, or a combination thereof, as agreed upon by the Parties.

3.2 The Parties shall discuss and agree upon the payment terms, including the timing and method of payment, as specified in Exhibit A.

Exclusivity

Comment: This section addresses any exclusivity requirements associated with the endorsement.

4.1 The Parties may agree to exclusivity terms, whereby the Artist agrees not to endorse or promote similar or competing products or services of other brands or companies during the term of this Agreement.

4.2 Any exclusivity terms shall be specified in Exhibit B attached hereto.

Obligations of the Artist

Comment: This section outlines the obligations of the Artist in relation to the endorsement.

5.1 The Artist agrees to actively and positively endorse and promote the product or service in accordance with the Company’s guidelines and instructions.

5.2 The Artist shall participate in promotional activities, such as photo shoots, interviews, events, and social media posts, as reasonably requested by the Company.

Approval and Control

Comment: This section addresses the Company’s right to review and approve the endorsement materials.

6.1 The Company shall provide the Artist with copies of the endorsement materials, such as advertisements or promotional content, for review and approval prior to their publication or dissemination.

6.2 The Artist shall provide prompt feedback and approval or reasonable feedback for requested modifications within a specified timeframe as specified in Exhibit C.

Termination

Comment: This section specifies the conditions under which the agreement can be terminated.

7.1 Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other Party if there is a material breach of this Agreement, provided that the breaching Party fails to cure such breach within [Specify a reasonable cure period] after receiving written notice thereof.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Comment: This section determines the applicable law and the jurisdiction where any disputes arising from the agreement will be resolved.

8.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Specify the governing law jurisdiction].

8.2 Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Specify the jurisdiction].

Entire Agreement

Comment: This section confirms that the Agreement represents the entire understanding and agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior discussions or agreements.

9.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions, negotiations, and agreements, whether oral or written.

[Your Name/Organization]

By: [Your Name]

Title: [Your Title]

[Musical Artist/Band Name]

By: [Artist’s Name]

Title: [Artist’s Title]

[Brand/Company Name]

By: [Company’s Name]

Title: [Company’s Title]