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SAMPLING
EPISODES

Gwen McCrae - "All This Love I'm Giving", 1979

​Original Song:

Songs Sampling "All This Love That I'm Givin'":

  1. Cassius - "Feeling for You"

  2. Avicii & Sebastien Drums - "My Feelings for You"

  3. Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande - "Rain on Me"

  4. Mark Funk & Danny Cruz - "Givin My Love"

  5. Blu Room - "All This Love"

  6. Smart Edit - "All This Love"

  7. Mutt - "Feelings 4 U"

  8. CJ Mackintosh & Einstein - "The Tables Are Turnin'"

  9. Jay Pryor - "All This"

  10. DJ Die feat. Jenna G - "1000 Soul Songs"

  11. Madison Mars - "My Feelings"

  12. DJ Taktix - "The Way (V.I.P Mix)"

  13. Def Cut feat. Oldschool Flexmaster Dee - "Always Real"

DAFT PUNK

Here is a list of songs by Daft Punk where they sampled or revisited other existing titles, along with YouTube links:

Daft Punk Songs with Samples or Revisits

  1. "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger"

  2. "Robot Rock"

  3. "Digital Love"

  4. "Superheroes"

  5. "Crescendolls"

  6. "Face to Face"

  7. "Da Funk"

  8. "High Life"

  9. "Teachers"

  10. "Voyager"

DAFT PUNK
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Licensing samples for use in music involves several key steps and can vary in cost depending on various factors. Here's a brief description of the process Daft Punk and their record label would typically follow to license samples, along with an outline of the potential costs involved:

 

Sample Clearance Process

  1. Identifying the Sample:

    • Identify the song and the specific part (sample) they wish to use.

  2. Research and Contact:

    • Research who owns the rights to the original recording (master rights) and the underlying composition (publishing rights). This often involves contacting the record label and the music publisher.

  3. Negotiation:

    • Negotiate the terms of use, including how the sample will be used, the duration, and any modifications. This includes discussing financial terms, such as upfront fees, royalties, and any other conditions.

  4. Legal Agreements:

    • Draft and sign legal agreements outlining the terms and conditions agreed upon. This is usually handled by legal teams representing both the artist and the rights holders.

  5. Payment:

    • Make the necessary payments as per the agreement. This could be an upfront fee, royalties, or a combination of both.

  6. Credit:

    • Ensure proper credit is given in the song's metadata and any liner notes as required by the agreement.

 

Costs Involved

The cost of licensing a sample can vary widely depending on several factors:

  1. Fame of the Original Track:

    • Popular and well-known songs typically cost more to sample.

  2. Length of the Sample:

    • The longer the sample, the more it may cost.

  3. Type of Usage:

    • How the sample is used in the new track (e.g., prominently or subtly) can affect the cost.

  4. Negotiation:

    • Costs can vary based on the negotiation between the artist's representatives and the rights holders.

 

Typical Costs

  • Upfront Fees: These can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. For famous tracks, this could be significantly higher.

  • Royalties: A percentage of the revenue generated by the new song, often between 10% and 50%.

  • Flat Fees: Sometimes a flat fee is agreed upon instead of ongoing royalties.​

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Daft Punk’s Approach

Daft Punk, known for their extensive use of samples, often went through these processes meticulously. They worked closely with their record label, Virgin Records, to clear samples and ensure all legal requirements were met. Given their commercial success, they could afford higher licensing fees and often chose samples that significantly influenced the new track's character.

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Example

For instance, Daft Punk's "Robot Rock" samples "Release the Beast" by Breakwater. The clearance process would have involved negotiating with the original artists and their representatives, potentially costing thousands in upfront fees and agreeing on royalty splits for ongoing revenue.

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Conclusion

The sample clearance process is complex and requires careful legal and financial negotiation to ensure all parties are fairly compensated and legal issues are avoided. The costs can vary widely, but for successful artists like Daft Punk, the investment in quality samples is often seen as worthwhile for the unique sound and potential commercial success they bring to their music.

25 Famous Titles and Their Most Famous Sample or Revisitations:

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  1. Sugarhill Gang - "Rapper's Delight"

  2. MC Hammer - "U Can't Touch This"

  3. Vanilla Ice - "Ice Ice Baby"

  4. Daft Punk - "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger"

  5. Beastie Boys - "Paul Revere"

  6. Notorious B.I.G. - "Juicy"

  7. Eminem - "Stan"

  8. Beyoncé - "Crazy in Love"

  9. Kanye West - "Stronger"

  10. Jay-Z - "99 Problems"

  11. Mariah Carey - "Fantasy"

  12. Tupac - "Changes"

  13. A Tribe Called Quest - "Can I Kick It?"

  14. Eric B. & Rakim - "Paid in Full"

  15. Nas - "I Can"

  16. Dr. Dre - "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang"

  17. Fatboy Slim - "Praise You"

  18. Janet Jackson - "Got 'Til It's Gone"

  19. Moby - "Porcelain"

  20. Ice Cube - "It Was a Good Day"

  21. Madonna - "Hung Up"

  22. The Fugees - "Killing Me Softly"

  23. Kendrick Lamar - "King Kunta"

  24. OutKast - "Ms. Jackson"

  25. Michael Jackson - "Billie Jean"

25 Examples of Relevant Copyright Infringement Evidence without Lawsuits:

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  1. George Harrison - "My Sweet Lord" vs. The Chiffons - "He's So Fine"

  2. Coldplay - "Viva La Vida" vs. Joe Satriani - "If I Could Fly"

  3. Led Zeppelin - "Stairway to Heaven" vs. Spirit - "Taurus"

  4. Robin Thicke - "Blurred Lines" vs. Marvin Gaye - "Got to Give It Up"

  5. The Verve - "Bitter Sweet Symphony" vs. The Rolling Stones - "The Last Time"

  6. Radiohead - "Creep" vs. The Hollies - "The Air That I Breathe"

  7. Sam Smith - "Stay With Me" vs. Tom Petty - "I Won't Back Down"

  8. Katy Perry - "Dark Horse" vs. Flame - "Joyful Noise"

  9. Coldplay - "Talk" vs. Kraftwerk - "Computer Love"

  10. Blur - "Girls & Boys" vs. David Bowie - "Boys Keep Swinging"

  11. Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars - "Uptown Funk" vs. The Gap Band - "Oops Upside Your Head"

  12. Shakira - "Loca" vs. Ramon "Arias" Vasquez - "Loca Con Su Tiguere"

  13. Ed Sheeran - "Thinking Out Loud" vs. Marvin Gaye - "Let's Get It On"

  14. Vanilla Ice - "Ice Ice Baby" vs. Queen & David Bowie - "Under Pressure"

  15. Madonna - "Material Girl" vs. Peter Brown - "Fire and Ice"

  16. The Clash - "Should I Stay or Should I Go" vs. Ricky Nelson - "Summertime"

  17. Oasis - "Whatever" vs. Neil Innes - "How Sweet to Be an Idiot"

  18. Robin Thicke - "Blurred Lines" vs. Marvin Gaye - "Got to Give It Up"

  19. Coldplay - "Talk" vs. Kraftwerk - "Computer Love"

  20. Ed Sheeran - "Photograph" vs. Matt Cardle - "Amazing"

  21. Michael Jackson - "Billie Jean" vs. Hall & Oates - "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)"

  22. Elvis Presley - "Hound Dog" vs. Big Mama Thornton - "Hound Dog"

  23. John Lennon - "Imagine" vs. Yoko Ono - "Listen, the Snow Is Falling"

  24. The Beach Boys - "Surfin' USA" vs. Chuck Berry - "Sweet Little Sixteen"

  25. Led Zeppelin - "Whole Lotta Love" vs. Muddy Waters - "You Need Love"

25 examples of copyright infringement cases in the music industry, including the lawsuits and their financial outcomes where available:

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  • Marvin Gaye vs. Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams ("Blurred Lines" vs. "Got to Give It Up")

  • The Rolling Stones vs. The Verve ("Bitter Sweet Symphony" vs. "The Last Time")

  • Led Zeppelin vs. Spirit ("Stairway to Heaven" vs. "Taurus")

  • Queen and David Bowie vs. Vanilla Ice ("Under Pressure" vs. "Ice Ice Baby")

  • Huey Lewis and the News vs. Ray Parker Jr. ("I Want a New Drug" vs. "Ghostbusters")

  • Tom Petty vs. Sam Smith ("I Won't Back Down" vs. "Stay With Me")

  • Marvin Gaye vs. Ed Sheeran ("Let's Get It On" vs. "Thinking Out Loud")

  • The Turtles vs. De La Soul ("You Showed Me" vs. "Transmitting Live from Mars")

  • Bee Gees vs. Michael Bolton ("Love is a Wonderful Thing" vs. "Love is a Wonderful Thing")

  • Chuck Berry vs. John Lennon ("You Can't Catch Me" vs. "Come Together")

  • Rolling Stones vs. The Verve ("The Last Time" vs. "Bitter Sweet Symphony")

  • The Chiffons vs. George Harrison ("He's So Fine" vs. "My Sweet Lord")

  • John Fogerty vs. Fantasy Records ("Run Through the Jungle" vs. "The Old Man Down the Road")

  • Queen vs. Vanilla Ice ("Under Pressure" vs. "Ice Ice Baby")

  • The Beach Boys vs. Chuck Berry ("Surfin' USA" vs. "Sweet Little Sixteen")

  • Men at Work vs. Larrikin Music ("Down Under" vs. "Kookaburra Sits in the Old Gum Tree")

  • David Bowie vs. Vanilla Ice ("Under Pressure" vs. "Ice Ice Baby")

  • Al Green vs. Mark Ronson ("You’ve Got the Love I Need" vs. "Uptown Funk")

  • David Bowie vs. Vanilla Ice ("Under Pressure" vs. "Ice Ice Baby")

  • Village People vs. The Wanted ("YMCA" vs. "Glad You Came")

  • Al Green vs. John Legend ("Here I Am" vs. "Stay With You")

  • Marvin Gaye vs. Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams ("Blurred Lines" vs. "Got to Give It Up")

  • The Rolling Stones vs. The Verve ("Bitter Sweet Symphony" vs. "The Last Time")

  • Led Zeppelin vs. Spirit ("Stairway to Heaven" vs. "Taurus")

  • Queen and David Bowie vs. Vanilla Ice ("Under Pressure" vs. "Ice Ice Baby")

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