Terms of Service

Last updated: July 24, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the Soundshapes Productions website (soundshapes.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Company Information:

Business Name: Soundshapes Productions
Owner: Kenneth Doekhie (Kenny D)
Email: info@soundshapes.com
Website: soundshapes.com

Website Usage

Permitted Use

You may use our website to:

Browse our music catalog and releases
Learn about our AI LAB projects and services
Contact us for collaboration inquiries
Access our blog content and documentation

Prohibited Use

You may not:

Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission
Use our website for illegal or unauthorized purposes
Attempt to interfere with website functionality or security
Harvest email addresses or personal information
Submit false or misleading information through contact forms

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on this website is owned by Soundshapes Productions or licensed to us, including:

Music tracks and audio content
Blog posts and written content
Images, artwork, and design elements
AI LAB documentation and processes
Website design and code

Music Rights

Our music catalog represents 25+ years of international releases. Rights vary by track:

Original compositions: Owned by Soundshapes Productions
Collaborations: Shared rights with credited artists
Label releases: Rights may be shared with record labels
AI-generated content: Human-AI collaboration rights documented

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to:

Stream our music for personal listening
Share links to our tracks and releases
Reference our work for legitimate music industry purposes

Collaboration Services

Inquiries

When contacting us about collaborations:

Provide accurate information about your project
Respect confidentiality of shared creative materials
Understand that not all inquiries will result in collaboration

AI LAB Projects

For AI-human collaboration projects:

Creative contributions will be properly credited
Rights and ownership will be clearly documented
AI collaboration processes will be transparent
Human creative input remains protected

Professional Services

Music production and collaboration services are subject to:

Separate written agreements for each project
Industry-standard rights and payment terms
Mutual respect for creative contributions
Professional conduct throughout the process

User-Generated Content

Contact Forms and Communications

When you contact us:

You grant us permission to respond and use your information for business purposes
Keep communications professional and relevant
Do not share confidential information unless specifically agreed upon

Feedback and Ideas

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you share:

May be used to improve our services
Are provided voluntarily without compensation expectations
Should not include confidential or proprietary information

Disclaimers

Website Availability

We strive for continuous website availability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
Maintenance periods may temporarily affect access
Content and services may be updated or modified without notice

Music Industry Information

Historical information about releases and collaborations is provided in good faith
Music industry details may change due to rights management or label decisions
Streaming links are subject to platform availability and policies

AI Technology

AI LAB content represents experimental collaboration between human and artificial intelligence
AI-generated elements are clearly documented and credited
Technology and processes continue to evolve

Limitation of Liability

Soundshapes Productions shall not be liable for:

Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
Technical issues beyond our reasonable control
Third-party content or services linked from our website

Our total liability is limited to the amount paid for any specific service (where applicable).

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website contains links to:

Streaming platforms (Spotify, YouTube, Discogs)
Social media profiles and pages
Music industry resources and partners

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of third-party websites and services.

International Users

Our website is operated from the Netherlands and complies with:

European Union data protection laws (GDPR)
Dutch business and copyright regulations
International music industry standards

Users from other countries are welcome but should be aware of applicable local laws.

Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service to reflect:

Changes in our services or business practices
Updates in applicable laws or regulations
Improvements to user experience and protection

Material changes will be announced on our website with an updated “Last updated” date.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by Dutch law. Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with Dutch legal procedures.

For EU residents, consumer protection laws of your country may also apply.

Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Service?

Email: info@soundshapes.com
Website: soundshapes.com

For specific collaboration inquiries, please use our Contact page.

Music Industry Standards

As a music production company with 25+ years of experience, we adhere to:

Professional industry practices and ethics
Respect for artist rights and creative contributions
Transparent collaboration and rights management
International standards for music production and distribution

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

These Terms of Service protect both Soundshapes Productions and our users while supporting professional music industry collaboration.