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TERMS OF SERVICE AND USER AGREEMENT Doc Knows Music Last Updated: August 17, 2026 Please read these Terms of Service and User Agreement ("Terms," "Agreement") carefully before accessing or using the website, services, platforms, shows, events, or any related offerings operated by Doc Knows Music ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), including but not limited to docknowsmusic.com, associated social media channels, the Doc Knows Music Show, InviteOnly Studios events, music submission portals, leaderboards, camps, and databases (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Services, creating an account, submitting music or other content, signing up for opportunities, or otherwise interacting with Doc Knows Music, you ("User," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Services. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Doc Knows Music. 1. Description of Services Doc Knows Music is a platform dedicated to connecting independent artists, songwriters, and producers ("Artists") with A&Rs, record labels, brands, and industry decision-makers. Our Services may include, without limitation: • Free and/or paid music submission and review opportunities; • Featured placement on the Doc Knows Music Show, Hot Indies 10, leaderboards, and related programming; • Addition of selected tracks to the Doc Knows Music database for visibility to industry partners; • Competitions, prizes, and opportunities (including potential record deals, EP production packages, live performances, and studio access); • Songwriters Camps, Producer Camps, and other educational or networking events at Invite Only Studios or other locations; • Sync licensing opportunities, soundtrack submissions (e.g., film projects), and producer spotlight features; • Any other features, content, or services we make available from time to time. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time without prior notice. Participation in any opportunity is not guaranteed and is subject to our sole discretion and any applicable additional rules or eligibility requirements. DOC KNOWS MUSIC | Terms of Service & User Agreement Page 2 of 6 | © 2026 Doc Knows Music. All Rights Reserved. 2. Eligibility You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, to use the Services or submit content. If you are under 18, you may only use the Services with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to these Terms on your behalf. By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity and authority to enter into this Agreement and that all information you provide is accurate, current, and complete. 3. Account Registration and Music Submissions Certain features of the Services may require you to create an account or submit information through our website, third-party portals (including but not limited to myfanconnect.me or similar platforms), email, or other methods we designate. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. When you submit music, lyrics, artwork, biographical information, or any other materials ("User Content"), you agree that: • You own or control all rights in and to the User Content necessary to grant the licenses set forth herein; • The User Content is original (or you have obtained all required clearances, samples, and permissions); • The User Content does not infringe any third-party intellectual property, privacy, publicity, or other rights; • The User Content does not contain unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material; • You have the full right and authority to submit the User Content and to grant the rights granted under these Terms. We reserve the right to reject, remove, or refuse to consider any submission for any reason or no reason, in our sole discretion, without liability or obligation to provide feedback. 4. Ownership of User Content and License Grant You retain all ownership rights in and to your User Content. Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of your music or other creative works to Doc Knows Music. By submitting User Content, you hereby grant Doc Knows Music and its affiliates, partners, licensees, and service providers a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully paid-up, transferable, and sublicensable license to: (a) Review, listen to, evaluate, and store the User Content; (b) Feature, play, stream, broadcast, display, and promote the User Content (in whole or in part) on the Services, the Doc Knows Music Show, social media, websites, leaderboards, and related promotional materials; DOC KNOWS MUSIC | Terms of Service & User Agreement Page 3 of 6 | © 2026 Doc Knows Music. All Rights Reserved. (c) Include the User Content in the Doc Knows Music database and share it with A&Rs, record labels, music supervisors, brands, and other industry professionals for the purpose of facilitating potential opportunities; (d) Use your name, stage name, likeness, biographical information, and artwork in connection with the foregoing; (e) Create limited excerpts, snippets, or promotional edits solely for the purpose of showcasing or promoting the User Content or the Services. This license is granted solely for the purposes of operating, promoting, and improving the Services and facilitating industry opportunities. It does not include the right for Doc Knows Music to commercially exploit your music as a record label (e.g., selling recordings or collecting master royalties) without a separate written agreement signed by both parties. If you are selected for a specific prize, deal, camp, soundtrack placement, or other opportunity that involves additional rights, those rights will be governed by a separate written agreement. 5. No Guarantees; Nature of Opportunities Doc Knows Music provides a platform for exposure and connection. We do not guarantee that any submission will be reviewed, selected, featured, placed on a leaderboard, shared with industry partners, or result in any record deal, licensing opportunity, prize, performance, or other benefit. Any competitions, prizes, camps, or special opportunities are subject to additional official rules, eligibility requirements, and our sole discretion. Prizes (including cash, studio time, merchandise, or deal opportunities) may be modified, substituted, or canceled. Winners are solely responsible for any applicable taxes. Doc Knows Music is not a record label, music publisher, or talent agency, and nothing in these Terms creates any agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and us. 6. Intellectual Property of Doc Knows Music The Services, including all content, branding, logos, designs, text, graphics, software, the names "Doc Knows Music," "DKM," "Invite Only," "Hot Indies 10," and related marks, are owned by or licensed to Doc Knows Music and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, copy, modify, or distribute any Company intellectual property without our prior written consent. Feedback or suggestions you provide regarding the Services may be used by us freely without any obligation to you. 7. Prohibited Conduct You agree not to: • Submit content that infringes the rights of others or violates any law; DOC KNOWS MUSIC | Terms of Service & User Agreement Page 4 of 6 | © 2026 Doc Knows Music. All Rights Reserved. • Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation; • Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers; • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Services; • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access or submit content without permission; • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users, hosts, or staff; • Use the Services for any commercial purpose other than promoting your own music as an independent artist in accordance with these Terms. 8. Privacy Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy (if and when published on our website). By using the Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of information as described therein. We may share limited information about selected artists and tracks with industry partners strictly for opportunity-related purposes. 9. Disclaimers THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE. We do not warrant that any particular outcome, deal, placement, or industry connection will result from your use of the Services or submission of User Content. Any opinions expressed on the Doc Knows Music Show or related content are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Doc Knows Music. 10. Limitation of Liability TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, DOC KNOWS MUSIC AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, HOSTS, PARTNERS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO USE) THE SERVICES, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (USD $100) OR THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID US (IF ANY) IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. DOC KNOWS MUSIC | Terms of Service & User Agreement Page 5 of 6 | © 2026 Doc Knows Music. All Rights Reserved. 11. Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Doc Knows Music and its officers, directors, employees, agents, hosts, partners, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your User Content; (b) your use of the Services; (c) your violation of these Terms; or (d) your violation of any third-party rights. 12. Termination We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause or notice, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, the licenses granted by you under Section 4 shall survive with respect to any User Content already used or shared prior to termination, and the provisions of Sections 6, 9, 10, 11, 13, and 14 shall survive. You may stop using the Services at any time. Requesting removal of specific User Content may be considered on a case-by-case basis but is not guaranteed, particularly if the content has already been featured or shared with partners. 13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue therein. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith informal negotiations. If not resolved within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue formal legal remedies. 14. Changes to These Terms We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on the website with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Services. 15. Miscellaneous These Terms, together with any additional rules for specific opportunities and any Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Doc Knows Music regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force. Our failure to enforce any right shall not constitute a waiver. You may not assign these Terms without our prior written consent; we may assign them freely. DOC KNOWS MUSIC | Terms of Service & User Agreement Page 6 of 6 | © 2026 Doc Knows Music. All Rights Reserved. Nothing in these Terms shall be construed as creating any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship. 16. Contact Information If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: Doc Knows Music c/o Invite Only Studios 207 W 25th Street New York, NY 10001 Website: https://www.docknowsmusic.com For music submissions and opportunity inquiries, please use the official submission channels provided on our website. BY USING THE SERVICES OR SUBMITTING CONTENT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND USER AGREEMENT.