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Trade Names and Copyrights Trade names are not officially protected under copyright law, so someone could start a record label using the same name as yours. As the SBA puts it, "A trade name does not afford any brand protection or provide you with unlimited rights for the use of that name."

Trade Names and Copyrights Trade names are not officially protected under copyright law, so someone could start a record label using the same name as yours. As the SBA puts it, "A trade name does not afford any brand protection or provide you with unlimited rights for the use of that name."

A record label is a small or large company that manufactures, sells, promotes and distributes recordings of associated music artists. A record deal is actually an artist giving up his or her rights to their music and some profit in exchange for professional services that will advance the artist's career.

The copyright owner can copyright a song or multiple songs on an audio recording. It takes six or more months to process a song copyright. A nonrefundable $35 filing fee for online applications and an $85 filing fee for paper applications as of this date. Fees can change so always check the U.S. Copyright website.

Your record label is a business much like any other and as such you will need to register it. Registration allows you to demonstrate your ownership as well as allowing you to do things such as raise money and, of course, protect your personal assets.

Record Label Promotion: Define Your Brand. While it can be fluid, you should establish what your act is.Know Your Audience. This may seem obvious, but that's only because it's so important.Collect Email Addresses.Build a Release Schedule.Free Downloads.Make Music Videos.Run Contests.Find the Right Partners.

To trademark your business name, you can apply online with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). By registering your record label, your trademark will cover the display of the business name in any font or color, so long as it is registered as a standard character mark on your application.