Terms & Conditions
1. Definitions
In these terms and conditions: Gatefold means the sole proprietorship Gatefold, based in Amsterdam, registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce under number 83690069. Client means any natural or legal person entering into an agreement with Gatefold or receiving a quotation from Gatefold. Services means all services offered by Gatefold, including release planning and guidance, distribution coordination, DSP optimisation and playlist pitching, coordination of external partners, artist development, label management and campaign work.
2. Applicability
These terms apply to all quotations, agreements and work performed by Gatefold, unless agreed otherwise in writing. Deviations are only valid if expressly agreed in writing. Any general terms of the client are expressly rejected.
3. Quotations and formation of the agreement
All quotations are without obligation and valid for 30 days, unless stated otherwise. An agreement is formed when the client accepts a quotation in writing (including by e-mail), or when Gatefold begins performance with the client's consent. Prices quoted are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise.
4. Performance of the services
Gatefold performs the services to the best of its knowledge and ability. All services are subject to a best-efforts obligation, not an obligation to achieve a specific result. Gatefold expressly does not guarantee specific outcomes such as playlist placements, stream counts, media coverage or commercial results. Gatefold may engage third parties for the performance of the services. The client shall provide all information and materials required for performance in a timely and correct manner; delays resulting from a failure to do so are not attributable to Gatefold.
5. Payment
Invoices must be paid within 14 days of the invoice date, without set-off or suspension. In the event of late payment, the client is in default by operation of law and Gatefold is entitled to charge statutory (commercial) interest and reasonable collection costs. Gatefold may suspend its work for as long as invoices remain unpaid.
6. Cancellation and termination
If the client cancels an assignment prematurely, the work performed and costs incurred up to that point remain payable, plus any costs of commitments Gatefold has entered into with third parties for the assignment. Ongoing agreements may be terminated by either party in writing subject to one month's notice, unless agreed otherwise.
7. Intellectual property
All rights to the client's music, recordings and other content remain with the client. Rights to methods, strategies, documents and materials developed by Gatefold remain with Gatefold, unless agreed otherwise in writing. The client warrants that materials supplied do not infringe the rights of third parties and indemnifies Gatefold against any claims in that respect.
8. Liability
Gatefold's liability is limited to the invoice amount of the assignment concerned or, for ongoing agreements, to the amount invoiced over the last three months. Gatefold is not liable for indirect damage, including consequential damage, lost profits or missed opportunities, nor for damage caused by third parties such as distributors, platforms (DSPs) or external partners. These limitations do not apply in the event of intent or deliberate recklessness on the part of Gatefold.
9. Confidentiality
Both parties shall treat confidential information received in the context of the collaboration — including unreleased music, release plans and business information — as confidential and shall not share it with third parties, unless necessary for the performance of the assignment or required by law.
10. Governing law and disputes
All agreements with Gatefold are governed by Dutch law. Disputes will be submitted exclusively to the competent court in Amsterdam, unless mandatory law provides otherwise. The parties will first attempt to resolve any dispute by mutual agreement.