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THE INDIE LABEL REWRITING ITS OWN CONTRACT

A small imprint just gave its artists their masters back. The industry is paying attention.

By Jonah Reeve · June 7, 2026 · 6 min read

THE INDIE LABEL REWRITING ITS OWN CONTRACT

A short document, plainly written, and the most interesting thing released by a record label this year.

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