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How it works We insist that you produce the melodies and do the sound design of all the main instruments in the track (leads, bass, chords, pads, guitars, vocal chops) yourself, on synthesizers and romplers. 
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We prohibit the use of readymade melodic loops, melodic samples, melodic presets (sequences, arps), and MIDI files
Everything that's mentioned above, including vocal chops and guitar melodies is prohibited. There is only one reason for that: The melody was created by someone else, and it can be used in a huge number of other released tracks.
Vocal royalty-free samples and acapellas may be used
We position ourselves as a platform where buyers can acquire unique, exclusive, and original tracks. Since obtaining exclusive vocals can be challenging and expensive, we allow producers to use royalty-free vocals. This ensures buyers still receive an exclusive instrumental track, which constitutes the majority of the track's value.
When uploading a track to our platform, provide a link to the source of the sample to confirm that it is royalty-free and licensed without any obligations. You must also specify the name of the sample file.
If you recorded the vocal hook yourself, select the "Exclusive vocal" option when uploading the track.
We prohibit the use of vocal samples uploaded to community-based platforms, such as Looperman, YouTube, Samplefocus, and others, where uploaded samples are not moderated and content creators are not verified. Even if samples are labeled as “royalty-free,” their originality or uniqueness cannot be guaranteed. Such samples may infringe on copyrights, leading to potential legal disputes.
Vocals must have a royalty-free license without any obligations. Some sample creators require vocalists to be credited or demand royalty payments. Limited editions of sample packs are also prohibited, as clients wouldn’t be able to buy them over time. Carefully select your samples and avoid risks if you’re unsure about their suitability for sale on our platform. We recommend using samples from trusted sources like Splice or Loopcloud.
If you recorded the vocal hook yourself, select the "Exclusive vocal" option when uploading the track.
Using AI for vocal creation
You may use AI to create exclusive vocals, but before proceeding, ensure that the chosen tool meets all the requirements. The AI tool must be provided by a legitimate company that is accountable for its content. Avoid tools of dubious origin, as their training data may include unauthorized materials, which could lead to copyright violations.
Pay attention to the presence of clearly defined terms and conditions, information about the royalty-free license, and the company's legal address. This will ensure the legality of the generated content.
We encourage creating lyrics using AI and recording your own vocals, which can then be processed with a voice model that has a 100% royalty-free license. However, all responsibility for verifying legal information and complying with the tool's terms of use rests solely with you.
Ensure that all AI-generated content can be used on royalty-free basis and without the need to credit the AI-tool company. Typically, this requires a paid subscription, so be sure to review the licensing terms.
When uploading a track, provide a link to the commercial royalty-free license of the AI tool used (usually found in the terms of use). If such information is unavailable or raises doubts, we strongly recommend avoiding the use of that tool.
Pay attention to the presence of clearly defined terms and conditions, information about the royalty-free license, and the company's legal address. This will ensure the legality of the generated content.
Copyright violations are strictly prohibited, including using voices without the owner's permission. For example, you cannot use AI to recreate the voice of famous performers like Rihanna. Additionally, performing someone else's song lyrics without permission is not allowed. Use only voice models that do not infringe on copyrights and are approved for commercial use.
Ensure that all AI-generated content can be used on royalty-free basis and without the need to credit the AI-tool company. Typically, this requires a paid subscription, so be sure to review the licensing terms.
When uploading a track, provide a link to the commercial royalty-free license of the AI tool used (usually found in the terms of use). If such information is unavailable or raises doubts, we strongly recommend avoiding the use of that tool.
What about melodic loops, samples, and presets?
If a buyer has purchased and released a track, only to find numerous other tracks with the same melody already released, they will very likely not buy from us again. We can't let this happen.
We do not prohibit the use of loops, one-shot samples, romplers (Arcade, Avenger, Nexus, Omnisphere), or Kontakt libraries, if you create your own melody utilizing them
If you cut a melodic loop, change the rhythm and tonality, and compose your own melody using various manipulations, then there will be no violation of the rules. In no circumstances may you use the melodic loop in its unaltered form, even with minor processing, for example to speed up the tempo or lower the tonality.
If you use loops and samples, you must make them unrecognizable and therefore unique. Provided that you follow these guidelines, your track can conceivably consist entirely of samples.
If you use loops and samples, you must make them unrecognizable and therefore unique. Provided that you follow these guidelines, your track can conceivably consist entirely of samples.
Let’s look at some good examples of how you may and may not use loops
The melodic loop is used in an unaltered/original form. It is forbidden.
One-shot samples of guitar chords are used to build the melody. This is allowed, as the result is an original melody.
A melodic loop is taken to create an original melody. It is transposed two semitones up, the rhythm is completely redone, and some notes are reversed. Therefore it's a completely original melody and is allowed.
From the original musical loop, the producer only changed the order of the chords. This is minor processing and is prohibited.
If you’re not sure if you’re allowed to use a melodic loop or a preset from the rompler:
Ask yourself: "Is there a melody in this sample/preset?"
Make your own decision that does not violate the conditions described above.
Make your own decision that does not violate the conditions described above.
Frequently asked questions
- Am I allowed to use clippings, one-shots, or melodies, either from films, songs, YouTube videos, or similar sources?No, because the rights to such materials belong to other authors.
It is wrong to think that it will suddenly “work out.” It is illegal.
Such actions will lead you to being banned from EDM Ghost Production. - What happens if I use a pre-made melody in unaltered form, or with minor processing? Is everything really that strict?Yes. The reputation of the EDM Ghost Production platform is more important than profit lost from one producer.
Don't risk it!
Any more questions?
Get in touch with our support team today. We’ll reply as soon as we can.
