Can a DJ avoid COPYRIGHT CLAIMS on Instagram, Facebook & YouTube Live Streams?

The number 1 question I've seen is how to avoid copyright flags on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Here are some things that I do to extend my live sessions.

Also watch:

Instagram & Facebook Live DJ Streaming Tutorial - How to Stream with OBS ON IG & Equipment Options

DJ Multi Stream Tutorial Post to Facebook, Twitch, Youtube, INSTAGRAM AT THE SAME TIME! Restream OBS

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[ClevelandTerry]

Had a little editing error at 11:47. Thought I pulled it out. Oh well. It happens. At least I know you’re watching. 😂

[RandomRoger]

There needs to be a subscription service that gets approved by the music publishers that works with the social media sites. DJs could pay 10 to 20 bucks a month to go live as much as they want. The service could let the DJs take tips through the service. Enough tips can make the service pay for itself. DJs can get the exposure, artists get paid, DJs get paid, the service gets paid, everybody happy. There are streaming services. What I'm talking about is basically a versions of Mixcloud, but for live-streaming on social media. I think it could be done. Just don't know where to start to try to make it happen. But it needs to be a thing.

[marcveilleux]

Best explanation I have heard so far! I went two hours with no issue by doing exactly what you stated. Mix quick, add effects, change tempo and even changing the key.... super appreciate you sharing!

[persiah]

my guy! This is so so helpful, thank you! I'm streaming for the first time this Saturday and I usually mix in a few mainstream hip hop songs, but I mix fast and use effects, as well as bpm changes and some other stuff...once again thank you and keep putting out content

[teamloony]

I’m a House and Trance Dj and found your video very helpful it is exactly what I’ve found to be the case too. I now keep my mixes to just under an hour and use effects with plenty of actual creative mixing where it’s appropriate. I keep it simple just using my iPhone with good lighting however, I’ve found the most important thing is the sound quality. People have commented on that the most since I started using an I-rig Stream.

[DJSkandalous]

Great tips bro! I do a lot of old school mixes. Nothing like new school just pressing play. I build the beats, mix the acapellas on it and craft new choruses and custom hooks. Even if tempo is drastically different, when I streamed on here two years ago I would get hit with claim after claim. But never knocked off the stream. I may end up trying Twitch to see if it's less restrictive. I wish as a DJ that actually creates new songs out of existing and including our own production, that things would be more lenient and labels would allow it since we do alot to promote these artist for free.

[SenaDidi]

Man, first time on your channel. Very good tips. Keep up with the great work!

[montr]

Cleveland this is what I needed to hear thanks brother. I was on you a few weeks back about VDJ vs Serato and at the end of the day I'm comfortable with what I use and I hope you are to. Thanks for the tips on live streaming.

[djblakethesnake]

I do have method that works 99% of the time, and I play all genres, and a lot of old school.. I typically do 2-4 hrs on my facebook live.. I can play music quickly or long..Working on a tutorial now

[PopCultureGraveyard]

Great insight! I just subscribed. Thanks so much for breaking it down for us, Terry!

[lmandrums]

Another way to stay away from being hit with a kick is to speed up the song with key lock off, that way it’s harder for the computer to analyze the song if the pitch is changed, just by a couple BPM can save your stream!!!

[djx-factor]

Great follow up video. Excellent advice. Practical, relevant and of utmost importance for a successful live stream. 💯👍🏾

[djmarkalmond]

Loving the channel, but just wanted to clarify and give some facts regarding copyright. I had the pleasure of working at the end of last year at PPL (public performance licence) here in London. Now although they are not directly associated with all the publishers and companies who monitor the internet for breaches in copyright, they do have all the official legal documentation regarding right or wrong! I spent a long time reading these. Here's the deal. First, the myth about pitching up or down, changing keys to try and trip up the software detection system, does NOT work. It may have worked in the early days when the software was not as sophisticated. Secondly, the theory of only playing a part of the track will avoid a hit is also not true. According to the paperwork specification, all audio/visual detection software MUST be capable of detection within 2 bars. There are certain record companies who are more active than others, Warner Brothers being VERY active! The copyright issue has been enforced more during the last 6 months with changes in law regarding this practice. So how do you avoid being kicked off a stream... Play only white label or un-signed dance tracks, or VERY obscure tracks. I realise some of you will say, "how come this guy never gets kicked off..", I guess it's just the luck of the draw. Hope this insight helps. Great videos btw.

[djahearn]

Thank You so much Cleveland Terry! I’ve been trying to figure out how to do this for so long, because I was worried about getting booted!!! Appreciate it

[RussellFowler]

Always sharing the knowledge. Nice. Thanks for the rundown.

[djdigital]

I only play 80's house music and Electro. I never did a live stream.
When I do go live I will include my Digital keyboard synthenzier 🎹 in the mix.

Good information!

[VictorKibalchich]

I've found streaming on Facebook, that I get kicked off sometimes, but muting only happens on playback. I'm starting to treat the livestream like a gig - you had to be there. I don't bother having the vid up for long after the fact.


I'm also recording some and putting on Soundcloud and they stay up.


P.S. play underground, not commercial. Standard.

[rogerpotempo]

that was a great show you did for us today, much appreciated. please do it again.

[pacethedj]

Great overall honest advice. The core of these suggestions only truly apply to Top 40/Commercial music spinning DJs

If you're House/Dance music style DJ like myself, playing fast and mixing in and out with the new-school A.D.D. approach doesn't fit the esthetic of the genre I and my peers reside in

[mikebeats]

@ClevelandTerry, well said 👍
Be Creative & not play full songs is spot on.