Can I record myself playing with a band and post it on a blog?

Chaddycakes · #1 03-24-2013, 02:46 PM

So if record myself playing with a zoom H2 and I post it on my blog, and I don't get express written permission of everyone playing, can I get in legal trouble? I don't plan on selling those records. I was just hoping on getting more people to look at my personal website when I play with bands.

tekdiver500ft · #2 03-24-2013, 03:21 PM

You're fine.

Ubersheist · #3 03-25-2013, 11:43 AM

Legally, you do need everyones permission. Also, it makes you a better person if you at least give them a heads up.

Practically, you're fine. If you're not making money and/or the other guys can't prove that you're depriving them of thousands of dollars, then no one will care. Knock yourself out, but give everybody their proper credit.

tekdiver500ft · #4 03-25-2013, 11:48 AM

No, you don't need everyone's permission in any State of which I'm aware. You are not trying to promote or sell anything, so no model release is required. I deal with model releases nearly every day, and that's the law as my attorney explained it to me. I've yet to be sued (after 28 years), so I'm probably safe.