Paul Sampson CEO of LICKD Exposes the Truth About Copyrighted Music

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Interview with Paul Sampson CEO of LICKD

EPISODE OVERVIEW:

I had a revealing conversation with Paul Sampson, CEO of LICKD, as we uncover how this platform is changing music licensing for creators. We trace LICKD’s origin story, get clear on what Fair Use really entails, and hear firsthand about the music industry's stance on licensing. Paul also explains YouTube's ContentID and the copyright claim process, providing a roadmap for creators who want to use music legally and strategically in their videos. Whether you’re a content creator, musician, or just curious about the digital music world, this episode breaks down how creators can amplify their content with music while staying on the right side of copyright law.

Highlights and Timestamps:

• 01:13 - 02:53: Lickd’s purpose: mainstream music for creators, free from copyright claims.
• 03:25 - 04:43: Music licensing obstacles and Content ID’s “guilty until proven innocent” approach.
• 07:32 - 09:00: Paul explains how the “Vouch” technology works to ensure licensed content stays claim-free.
• 11:24 - 12:30: Discussing Lickd’s scale compared to Epidemic Sound and YouTube Audio Library.
• 16:15 - 17:09: The importance of using popular songs for storytelling and audience engagement.
• 18:00 - 19:45: Data-driven results: Lickd’s music increases creator engagement by 22%.
• 21:35 - 22:12: YouTube Creator Music vs. Lickd’s pay-upfront model.
• 27:32 - 29:04: Why YouTube doesn’t simply acquire Lickd.
• 31:05 - 32:48: How the music industry’s resistance to democratization conflicts with creators’ needs.
• 44:35 - 47:10: Insight into AI-generated music, ethics, and the music industry’s response to AI’s capabilities.

Brief Guest Bio:

Paul Sampson is the CEO and founder of LICKD, a platform transforming the way content creators legally access popular music for their videos. With years of experience in the music and digital industries, Paul leads LICKD in offering a simple solution to licensing mainstream tracks, helping creators elevate their content while protecting artists' rights. His innovative approach has made LICKD a game-changer in the creator economy and digital music space.

Resources Mentioned:

• Awesome Creator Academy
• LICKD for Music Licensing
• Kit.com

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