## Collaboration Agreement

This Collaboration Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Artist 1 Full Name], residing at [Artist 1 Address] ("Artist 1"), and [Artist 2 Full Name], residing at [Artist 2 Address] ("Artist 2").

### 1.  Introduction

1.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 are collaborating on a creative project (the "Project").

1.2.  This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions governing the collaboration between Artist 1 and Artist 2 on the Project.

### 2.  Project Description

2.1.  The Project is a [Project Description].

2.2.  The Project will be completed in accordance with the following timeline:

    *   [Timeline]

### 3.  Roles and Responsibilities

3.1.  Artist 1 will be responsible for [Artist 1 Responsibilities].

3.2.  Artist 2 will be responsible for [Artist 2 Responsibilities].

### 4.  Ownership and Rights

4.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall jointly own all rights, title, and interest in and to the Project, including but not limited to all copyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights.

4.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display the Project in any and all media now known or hereafter devised, throughout the world, in perpetuity.

4.3.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to grant licenses to third parties to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display the Project in any and all media now known or hereafter devised, throughout the world, in perpetuity.

4.4.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to exploit the Project commercially, including but not limited to selling, licensing, and merchandising the Project.

4.5.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to receive all income and profits generated from the Project.

4.6.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall share all income and profits generated from the Project equally.

### 5.  Compensation

5.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall not be compensated for their work on the Project.

5.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall share all expenses incurred in connection with the Project equally.

### 6.  Credit and Attribution

6.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall be credited as co-creators of the Project in all media and materials related to the Project.

6.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall agree on the specific credit and attribution language to be used in all media and materials related to the Project.

### 7.  Confidentiality

7.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 agree to keep confidential all information relating to the Project, including but not limited to the Project's concept, design, and development.

7.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 agree not to disclose any confidential information to any third party without the prior written consent of the other party.

### 8.  Termination

8.1.  This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the other party.

8.2.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall cease all work on the Project.

8.3.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall return to each other all materials relating to the Project.

8.4.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have no further rights or obligations to each other.

### 9.  Governing Law

9.1.  This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya.

### 10.  Dispute Resolution

10.1.  Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled amicably between the parties.

10.2.  If the parties are unable to settle a dispute amicably, the dispute shall be referred to binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1995.

### 11.  Entire Agreement

11.1.  This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

### 12.  Severability

12.1.  If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck from this Agreement and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

### 13.  Waiver

13.1.  No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought.

### 14.  Notices

14.1.  All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

    *   If to Artist 1: [Artist 1 Address]

    *   If to Artist 2: [Artist 2 Address]

### 15.  Binding Effect

15.1.  This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

**Artist 1:**

[Artist 1 Signature]

[Artist 1 Printed Name]

**Artist 2:**

[Artist 2 Signature]

[Artist 2 Printed Name]

### Table of Contents

1.  Introduction
2.  Project Description
3.  Roles and Responsibilities
4.  Ownership and Rights
5.  Compensation
6.  Credit and Attribution
7.  Confidentiality
8.  Termination
9.  Governing Law
10. Dispute Resolution
11. Entire Agreement
12. Severability
13. Waiver
14. Notices
15. Binding Effect

### TLDR

This Collaboration Agreement outlines the terms of collaboration between two artists on a creative project, including ownership, rights, responsibilities, compensation, credit, confidentiality, termination, and dispute resolution.

### Sources

- [Rocket Lawyer](https://www.rocketlawyer.com/business-and-contracts/business-operations/business-partnerships/document/collaboration-agreement)
- [Template.net](https://www.template.net/editable/71226/artist-collaboration-agreement)
- [Lawrina](https://lawrina.org/templates/collaboration-agreement/)
- [The Songwriting Class](https://www.thesongwritingclass.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/SAMPLE-COLLABORATORS-AGREEMENT.pdf)
- [Anjou Productions](https://anjouproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Music-Collaboration-Agreement.pdf)
- [Creative Counsel](https://www.creativecounsel.io/contract-template/music-collaboration-agreement/)
- [ClickUp](https://clickup.com/blog/collaboration-agreement-templates/)
- [PandaDoc](https://www.pandadoc.com/collaboration-agreement-template/)
- [Music Law Contracts](https://www.musiclawcontracts.com/contract/collaboration-agreement/)

### Case Laws

This agreement does not include any case laws as it is a sample agreement and does not address any specific legal issues. However, it is important to note that the laws of Kenya regarding intellectual property, contracts, and dispute resolution are relevant to this agreement.

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## Sample Collaboration Agreement

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This Collaboration Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Artist 1 Full Name], residing at [Artist 1 Address] ("Artist 1"), and [Artist 2 Full Name], residing at [Artist 2 Address] ("Artist 2").

### 1.  Introduction

1.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 are collaborating on a creative project (the "Project").

1.2.  This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions governing the collaboration between Artist 1 and Artist 2 on the Project.

### 2.  Project Description

2.1.  The Project is a [Project Description].

2.2.  The Project will be completed in accordance with the following timeline:

    *   [Timeline]

### 3.  Roles and Responsibilities

3.1.  Artist 1 will be responsible for [Artist 1 Responsibilities].

3.2.  Artist 2 will be responsible for [Artist 2 Responsibilities].

### 4.  Ownership and Rights

4.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall jointly own all rights, title, and interest in and to the Project, including but not limited to all copyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights.

4.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display the Project in any and all media now known or hereafter devised, throughout the world, in perpetuity.

4.3.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to grant licenses to third parties to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display the Project in any and all media now known or hereafter devised, throughout the world, in perpetuity.

4.4.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to exploit the Project commercially, including but not limited to selling, licensing, and merchandising the Project.

4.5.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have the right to receive all income and profits generated from the Project.

4.6.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall share all income and profits generated from the Project equally.

### 5.  Compensation

5.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall not be compensated for their work on the Project.

5.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall share all expenses incurred in connection with the Project equally.

### 6.  Credit and Attribution

6.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall be credited as co-creators of the Project in all media and materials related to the Project.

6.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall agree on the specific credit and attribution language to be used in all media and materials related to the Project.

### 7.  Confidentiality

7.1.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 agree to keep confidential all information relating to the Project, including but not limited to the Project's concept, design, and development.

7.2.  Artist 1 and Artist 2 agree not to disclose any confidential information to any third party without the prior written consent of the other party.

### 8.  Termination

8.1.  This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice to the other party.

8.2.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall cease all work on the Project.

8.3.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall return to each other all materials relating to the Project.

8.4.  Upon termination of this Agreement, Artist 1 and Artist 2 shall have no further rights or obligations to each other.

### 9.  Governing Law

9.1.  This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya.

### 10.  Dispute Resolution

10.1.  Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled amicably between the parties.

10.2.  If the parties are unable to settle a dispute amicably, the dispute shall be referred to binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1995.

### 11.  Entire Agreement

11.1.  This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

### 12.  Severability

12.1.  If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck from this Agreement and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

### 13.  Waiver

13.1.  No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought.

### 14.  Notices

14.1.  All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

    *   If to Artist 1: [Artist 1 Address]

    *   If to Artist 2: [Artist 2 Address]

### 15.  Binding Effect

15.1.  This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

**Artist 1:**

[Artist 1 Signature]

[Artist 1 Printed Name]

**Artist 2:**

[Artist 2 Signature]

[Artist 2 Printed Name]

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### Collaboration Agreement for Two Artists

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**This Collaboration Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:**

**1. [Artist 1 Full Name]**, residing at [Artist 1 Address], hereinafter referred to as "Artist 1," and

**2. [Artist 2 Full Name]**, residing at [Artist 2 Address], hereinafter referred to as "Artist 2."

**Collectively referred to as the "Parties."**

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### Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Purpose of the Agreement
3. Scope of Work
4. Contributions and Responsibilities
5. Ownership and Intellectual Property Rights
6. Compensation and Royalties
7. Confidentiality
8. Term and Termination
9. Dispute Resolution
10. Governing Law
11. Miscellaneous Provisions
12. Signatures

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### 1. Introduction

This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions under which the Parties will collaborate on the creation of a joint artistic project (the "Project"). The Parties wish to define their respective rights and obligations with respect to the Project.

### 2. Purpose of the Agreement

The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a clear understanding between the Parties regarding their collaboration on the Project, including the division of responsibilities, ownership of the work, and the distribution of any revenues generated from the Project.

### 3. Scope of Work

The Project involves the creation of [describe the nature of the artistic project, e.g., a painting, sculpture, music album, etc.]. The specific tasks and responsibilities of each Party are outlined as follows:

- **Artist 1 Responsibilities:**
  - [Detail specific tasks and responsibilities of Artist 1]
  - [Detail specific tasks and responsibilities of Artist 1]

- **Artist 2 Responsibilities:**
  - [Detail specific tasks and responsibilities of Artist 2]
  - [Detail specific tasks and responsibilities of Artist 2]

### 4. Contributions and Responsibilities

Each Party agrees to contribute their skills, time, and resources to the Project as follows:

- **Artist 1 Contributions:**
  - [Detail specific contributions of Artist 1]
  - [Detail specific contributions of Artist 1]

- **Artist 2 Contributions:**
  - [Detail specific contributions of Artist 2]
  - [Detail specific contributions of Artist 2]

### 5. Ownership and Intellectual Property Rights

- **Joint Ownership:** The Parties agree that the Project and any resulting works will be jointly owned by Artist 1 and Artist 2, with each Party holding an equal share of the ownership rights.
- **Copyright:** Both Parties will be listed as co-authors of the Project, and any copyrights will be registered in both names.
- **Use of Work:** Neither Party may use, sell, or license the Project or any part thereof without the prior written consent of the other Party.

### 6. Compensation and Royalties

- **Initial Funding:** Any initial costs for materials, equipment, or other expenses will be shared equally by the Parties.
- **Revenue Sharing:** Any revenue generated from the sale, licensing, or other exploitation of the Project will be divided equally between the Parties.
- **Royalties:** Any royalties or residuals earned from the Project will be shared equally between the Parties.

### 7. Confidentiality

The Parties agree to keep all information related to the Project confidential and not to disclose any such information to third parties without the prior written consent of the other Party.

### 8. Term and Termination

- **Term:** This Agreement will commence on the date first written above and will continue until the completion of the Project or until terminated by either Party as provided herein.
- **Termination:** Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon [number] days' written notice to the other Party. Upon termination, the Parties will divide any remaining assets or liabilities related to the Project equally.

### 9. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the Parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiations. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiations, the Parties agree to submit the dispute to mediation. If mediation fails, the dispute will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the [Arbitration Institution] in Kenya.

### 10. Governing Law

This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya.

### 11. Miscellaneous Provisions

- **Entire Agreement:** This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.
- **Amendments:** Any amendments or modifications to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
- **Severability:** If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
- **Waiver:** The failure of either Party to enforce any provision of this Agreement will not be deemed a waiver of that provision or any other provision of this Agreement.

### 12. Signatures

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

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**Artist 1:**

Signature: ___________________________

Name: [Artist 1 Full Name]

Date: [Date]

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**Artist 2:**

Signature: ___________________________

Name: [Artist 2 Full Name]

Date: [Date]

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### TLDR

This Collaboration Agreement outlines the terms and conditions for two artists working together on a joint project, detailing their responsibilities, ownership rights, compensation, confidentiality, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

### Conclusion

This Agreement ensures that both artists have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, protecting their interests and fostering a successful collaboration. It is advisable for both parties to review the terms carefully and seek legal advice if necessary before signing.

---

Sources:
- [Creative Counsel](https://www.creativecounsel.io/contract-template/music-collaboration-agreement/)
- [TemplateLab](https://templatelab.com/collaboration-agreement/)
- [Creative Contract Consulting](https://www.creativecontractconsulting.com/c3blog/2019/4/2/a-simple-guide-to-the-artist-collaboration-agreement)
- [Daisie Blog](https://blog.daisie.com/5-key-elements-to-include-in-an-artist-contract-agreement/)
- [Dark Yellow Dot](https://www.darkyellowdot.com/artist-contract/)
- [Music Law Contracts](https://www.musiclawcontracts.com/contract/collaboration-agreement/)
- [Rocket Lawyer](https://www.rocketlawyer.com/business-and-contracts/business-operations/business-partnerships/document/collaboration-agreement)
- [Template.net](https://www.template.net/editable/71226/artist-collaboration-agreement)
- [Red Giant](https://redgiant.co.ke/unlocking-success-a-guide-to-music-production-contracts-in-kenya/)

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