Music Management Contracts Explained
Commission base, term, post-term commission, key person clauses — and why a solicitor still reviews the real agreement.
Management deals steer your career and touch every income line. Read for understanding, then hire a solicitor before committing.
Scope and commission
Managers combine strategy, bookings coordination, negotiations, and team oversight. Commissions often run 15–20% of gross music income — the exact base matters more than the headline rate. Carve-outs for pre-existing work or non-music income should be explicit.
Term and post-term commission
Initial periods plus renewals lock you in even when chemistry fades. Post-term clauses let managers continue on income from deals struck during the relationship — duration and scope deserve scrutiny.
Key person clauses
When signing with a company, a key person clause ties the deal to the manager you actually hired — if they leave, you may exit instead of inheriting a random replacement.
Watch for
- Over-broad commission bases sweeping unrelated income
- Long post-term with no carve-outs
- No performance expectations — makes exit harder
Document the negotiated deal in TYFRA with signatures and audit trail; use Learnea for education only. This article is not legal advice.
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