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Im building a website and i want to put backing tracks that i have made with BIAB on it. Thats legal right?
If the backing tracks are BIAB generated with your own original music or music in the public domain then I'd say Definitely legal.
However if they are BIAB generated but are covers of copyrighted songs then you could have a problem.

Tim
whats the differnce between public domain and copyright songs? how can you tell the difference? All i want to do is make the solo chord changes to standard jazz tunes.
I believe it really depends on how old the song is.
I'm for sure no expert on public domain. I have heard that any music older then 70 years is in the public domain.
Here's a link to an article on the subject, there's a lot there to read.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_domain

Tim
If you're talking about just a backing track with chord changes, there should be no problem. Chord changes can't be copyrighted. However, if you included a melody from a copyrighted song, that would be a no-no.
ya im just talkin chord changes thanks
Also be careful if you are including what may be considered a 'signature' lick or motif from the song. While chord progressions are not subject to copyright, a signature part that makes it recognizable might get you into trouble.

Note: I'm not a lawyer, I do not even play one on TV, and I have no authority to give legal advice. Your best bet is to consult a legal professional. In other words, you can't sue me if my advice is inaccurate

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