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Cal IV Entertainment, LLC
Licensing & Royalties
Frequently Asked Questions

Licensing FAQ Royalties FAQ

1. What is a copyright?

1. When can I expect my royalty statement?

2. What is a mechanical reproduction?

2. Why can't I receive my statement closer to the end of each accounting period?

3. What is a mechanical license?

3. How do I change the address on my account?

4. If I wrote the song, why do I have to license it? 4. Why does my balance have to be $25 or more before I receive a check?
5. How do I obtain a mechanical license? An important message for heirs and Executors of Estates.
6. What about other non-mechanical licensed uses?
7. How much does a license cost?
8. Do I have to pay royalties on units that are given away?
9. How long does it take Cal IV to issue a license once the license request has been submitted?
10. When should I pay royalties?
11. I’ve previously licensed a song for my project, but I want to reorder more units. Do I need to go through the licensing process again?
12. I want to record your song, but I would like to change the lyrics a bit. Is that okay?