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Terms of Service

Client & Artist Services Agreement — Maze Media Ltd. | June 2025

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the relationship between Maze Media Ltd. (“Maze Media,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) and any individual artist, band, entity, or client (“Client” or “you”) who engages Maze Media for services. By signing a Service Agreement or engaging Maze Media's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. About Maze Media

Maze Media Ltd. is a music management company incorporated in Nigeria, offering label services, artist management, music promotion, radio/TV plugging, branding, and consultancy. These Terms apply to all services offered by Maze Media, whether through direct agreement, digital platform, or otherwise.

2. Services

Maze Media offers the following categories of services, subject to the specific scope agreed in each Client's Service Agreement:

Service	Description
Label Services	Full label support including artist development, recording, distribution, and marketing
Artist Management	Career strategy, contract negotiation, booking, branding, and business management
Music Promotion	Digital campaigns, social media management, influencer collaborations across Africa, Europe and America
Radio/TV Plugging	Placement of music on major radio and TV networks across relevant territories
Branding & Advisory	Artist brand development, image management, and music business consultation
Publishing/Catalogue	Music catalogue administration, licensing, royalty collection and monetization
SaaS Platform	Access to Maze Media's digital artist management platform (where applicable)

The specific services, deliverables, timelines, and fees applicable to each Client are set out in a separate, signed Service Agreement. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and a Service Agreement, the Service Agreement shall prevail.

3. Client Obligations

In engaging Maze Media, each Client agrees to:

Provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information about themselves and their music;
Cooperate in good faith with Maze Media's team, respond to communications in a timely manner, and meet agreed schedules;
Ensure they hold all necessary rights, clearances, and permissions for any music, content, or materials provided to Maze Media;
Not engage any competing manager, label, or promotional service for the same scope of work without prior written consent;
Comply with all applicable laws, including copyright law, tax obligations, and performance licensing requirements;
Maintain the professional reputation of their brand and conduct consistent with the spirit of the Maze Media partnership.

4. Fees & Payment

4.1 Fees for services are as set out in the applicable Service Agreement. Unless otherwise stated: management commission is charged as a percentage of gross earnings derived during the term; project-based fees are due as agreed in advance (typically 50% upfront, 50% on delivery); monthly retainer fees are invoiced in advance and due within 7 days of invoice.

4.2 Late payment: Overdue amounts attract interest at the rate of 2% per month. Maze Media reserves the right to suspend services for non-payment after 14 days' written notice.

4.3 Currency: All fees are denominated in Nigerian Naira (NGN) or USD as specified. Exchange rates applicable on the invoice date apply to international transactions.

4.4 Expenses: Reimbursable expenses (travel, studio costs, media placement, etc.) will be invoiced separately with receipts unless otherwise agreed.

5. Intellectual Property & Rights

5.1 Client IP: The Client retains ownership of all original musical works, recordings, compositions, and related intellectual property they bring to Maze Media, unless otherwise negotiated in a specific publishing or label agreement.

5.2 Maze Media IP: All strategies, systems, templates, promotional materials, brand assets, and other work product created by Maze Media remain the property of Maze Media. Clients receive a limited, non-exclusive licence to use deliverables created specifically for them.

5.3 Licensing: Any rights granted for licensing, synchronization, distribution, or publishing shall be expressly agreed in writing and set out in a separate licensing or publishing agreement.

5.4 Credit: Maze Media shall be credited as management company / promoter / label (as applicable) on all official releases and promotional materials produced during the term.

6. Confidentiality

Both Parties agree to keep confidential all non-public information exchanged during the engagement. This includes deal terms, financial arrangements, unreleased music, and business strategies. The confidentiality obligations in Maze Media's standard NDA apply to all service relationships and survive termination for three (3) years.

7. Term & Termination

7.1 The term of any service engagement is as specified in the applicable Service Agreement.

7.2 Either Party may terminate for cause upon written notice if the other Party materially breaches these Terms and fails to remedy the breach within 30 days of written notice.

7.3 Maze Media may terminate immediately where a Client engages in conduct that is unlawful, materially damages the Maze Media brand, or violates any material provision of the Service Agreement.

7.4 Post-termination, commission on income streams traceable to Maze Media's efforts during the term shall continue to apply for a period specified in the Service Agreement (typically 6–12 months), known as the 'post-term commission period.'

7.5 On termination, each Party shall return or destroy confidential materials and settle all outstanding financial obligations within 30 days.

8. Representations & Warranties

Each Party represents and warrants that: (a) they have full authority to enter into these Terms; (b) their obligations under these Terms do not conflict with any other agreement; (c) they will comply with all applicable laws. The Client further warrants that they own or control all rights to the content they provide to Maze Media.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Maze Media shall not be liable for: (a) any loss of revenue, earnings, streaming income, or reputational harm arising from market conditions outside our control; (b) any indirect, incidental, or consequential losses; (c) any failure or delay caused by a Client's non-cooperation. Maze Media's total aggregate liability to any Client shall not exceed the total fees paid by that Client in the 3 months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

10. Dispute Resolution

The Parties shall first attempt to resolve any dispute through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, the dispute shall be submitted to mediation under the Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (LMDC) rules. If mediation fails, disputes shall proceed to binding arbitration under the Lagos Court of Arbitration (LCA) or, for international Clients, the ICC, with the seat in Lagos, Nigeria. These Terms are governed by Nigerian law.

11. Amendments

Maze Media reserves the right to update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated to active Clients with 30 days' notice before taking effect. Continued engagement after the effective date of any update constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact

For queries regarding these Terms, contact: info@mazemedia.com.ng | +234 810 293 1307

Legal Notice

This document is governed by the laws of Nigeria (CAMA 2020) and, where applicable, United States federal and state law. Maze Media Ltd. recommends review by qualified legal counsel prior to execution of any service agreement.