Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: 28/08/2025

Welcome to Ewan Dowling Productions. By booking a session, purchasing services, or using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. These terms apply in addition to your statutory rights under UK consumer law.

1. General Use of Website

  • This website and its content are owned and operated by Ewan Dowling Productions.

  • You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without prior written permission.

  • We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time.

2. Services

We provide music production, recording, mixing, mastering, and related services. Full details of each service, including pricing, will be confirmed at the time of booking.

3. Bookings & Payments

  • Recording / Studio Sessions:

    • Sessions under £200 require a £50 deposit.

    • Sessions £200 or more require a 25% deposit.

    • The remaining balance must be paid before the session starts.

  • Mixing & Mastering (remote work):

    • 50% deposit required before work begins.

    • Remaining 50% must be paid before delivery of final high-resolution files.

    • Low-resolution previews may be provided for review prior to final payment.

  • Production / Creative Projects:

    • 50% deposit required before production begins.

    • Remaining 50% due upon delivery of final files.

    • Ownership shares (see section 6) will also be agreed at this stage.

  • Payments can be made by [bank transfer, PayPal, cash, etc.].

  • If payment is not received, we reserve the right to cancel or refuse the booking.

4. Cancellations & Refunds

  • Deposits are non-refundable unless you cancel at least 1 week before the scheduled session.

  • Cancellations with less than 1 week notice, or failure to attend, will result in the deposit being forfeited.

  • If we cancel your session, you may choose to reschedule or receive a full refund of your deposit.

5. Studio Rules & Conduct

  • Clients must treat the studio space, staff, and equipment with respect.

  • Any damage caused by negligence or misuse will be charged to the client.

  • Food and drink are only permitted in designated areas.

  • We reserve the right to refuse service if a client behaves inappropriately.

6. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights

  • Recording Sessions: Clients own the rights to their performances, but the studio retains rights to any produced instrumentals, beats, or compositions unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • Mixing & Mastering: Final mixes/masters will be released for personal or commercial use once full payment is received.

  • Production & Creative Input: Where I provide creative input (including but not limited to production, arrangement, songwriting contributions, or other artistic direction), we shall be entitled to a minimum ownership share of 3% of the resulting work.

    • If our creative contribution is more substantial, we reserve the right to negotiate a higher ownership percentage.

    • Ownership shares will be discussed and agreed with the client prior to, and/or where necessary during, the session(s), and shall be confirmed in writing.

  • Promotion: With your permission, we may use short excerpts of work created in the studio for promotional purposes (e.g. social media or our website).

7. Liability

  • We are not responsible for loss of data, files, or personal belongings.

  • We are not liable for delays or disruptions beyond our reasonable control (e.g. equipment failure, power cuts).

8. Data Protection

  • We process client information in line with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

  • Please see our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, store, and use personal data.

9. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

10. Contact

For any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at:
ewandowlingproductions@outlook.com | 07930321329