The Fan-nomics of Local Band-Driven Music Growth
A New Model: Local Bands, Global Fans, Real Royalties
Empowering Bands to Promote Each Other and Share in the Success of a National Rock Scene
White Paper for Local Cover Bands in the United States
Initial Date: June 22, 2025
Modified: August 6, 2025
Contact: Rick Williams – label@lightninstik.com
1. This Opportunity Has Expanded
We started with a simple idea: give live bands the ability to earn publishing royalties for promoting our songs at their shows. Now, we’re expanding that vision into something even bigger.
Introducing the Shared Catalog Model
In addition to performing songs from Lightnin’ Stik Productions, local bands can now submit their own original songs to be added to the catalog – allowing other participating bands across the U.S. to perform your songs live, grow your audience in those regions of the nation, and generate publishing royalties from you in return.
Your band performs other bands’ music. Other bands perform yours. Everyone earns.
This is a peer-powered royalty-sharing network that puts independent bands at the center of a growing fan economy.
2. Benefits for Participating Bands
✅ Bands Performing Other Artists’ Music
- 💰 Earn publishing royalties for every download influenced by your live shows.
- 📈 Expand your reach by playing high-quality original songs no one else is performing.
- 🎫 Boost fan engagement with something fresh that pays you back.
✅ Bands Adding Their Own Songs to the Catalog
- 🌍 Let other bands promote your music in their towns and shows.
- 🔁 Increase exposure and downloads without marketing costs.
- 🧾 Collect ownership royalties every time your song is purchased – regardless of who performed it live.
Even if you don’t have a massive following yet, other bands can help you get there — and you get paid when they do.
3. How It Works
🎶 PERFORMING
- Choose original songs from the shared catalog (ours or other bands’).
- Add one or more songs to your live set.
- Share your unique download code with fans at shows.
- Earn publishing royalties for every tracked purchased using your code.
📝 SUBMITTING SONGS
- Submit your original, registered ASCAP/BMI-eligible songs for review.
- If approved, they’re added to our official catalog for other bands to perform.
- We track who drives each download – and send you your owner royalties and them their publishing royalties.
4. Royalties and Revenue Breakdown
- Songs song for $1 each.
- Paid downloads generate approx. $0.80 in net royalties per $1.
- Net royalties are split 50/50 between the song’s owner and the performing “publisher.”
- That means:
- The band who wrote the song earns 40–45% of the purchase price.
- The band who drove the download by performing it live also earns 40–45%.
- The remainder goes to administrative, taxes, and operating costs.
Example:
You perform a song by us or another band → fans pay to download it → you earn royalties.
Another band performs your song → their fans download it → you earn royalties.
It’s a win-win system.
🎼 Catalog Contribution Rules: Fair Use, Fair Rewards
To maintain a balanced, high-quality catalog – and to ensure that all participating artists benefit from shared visibility – song submission privileges are earned, and are not automatic.
✅ Bands May Submit Songs for Catalog Inclusion Based on Performance
- One-for-One Rule:
For every original Lightnin’ Stik Productions song a band actively performs and earns at least 100 verified paid downloads (verified by use of their code), that band earns the right to submit one of their own original songs for review and potential inclusion into our catalog. - Performance Thresholds Apply:
- Bands must show a minimum influence of 1000 domestic paid downloads per performed song to earn submission rights.
- This ensures that only active, contributing bands gain the ability to grow from our catalog.
- Submission Limits:
- Bands can submit up to 3 songs maximum per year, regardless of performance.
- This prevents catalog flooding and bands becoming lost in a sea of music.
- This keeps attention on quality productions, not quantity, for fan enjoyment.
- Ongoing Inclusion Depends on Performance:
- If a submitted song doesn’t lead to at least 10,000 total paid downloads (via any band’s performance) within 12 months, it may be removed from the active catalog to preserve space and focus on those songs that are trending and achieving popularity.
- Catalog Rotation and Spotlight Features:
- Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to feature, highlight, rotate, or remove music in the catalog based on performance, fan feedback, and other criteria to ensure visibility and balance.
- Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to use contests, competitions, and other marketing options to drive fans to their website, the songs, and the bands.
This system keeps the catalog curated, fair, and performance-driven, while giving all participating bands a real incentive to support each other in a very competitive space.
🔐 Summary of Controls
| Control | Purpose |
|---|---|
| One-for-One Rule | Encourages bands to support existing catalog songs to earn submission rights. |
| 1000 Download Minimum | Ensures only contributing bands can add new material. |
| 3 Song Cap / Year | Prevents catalog spam and protects visibility. |
| Performance Review (10,000 DLs/year) | Removes under-performing content and promotes quality. |
| Catalog Rotation / Highlights | Keeps the catalog fresh and rewards engagement. |
4A. Catalog Contribution Guidelines: Quality Over Quantity
To protect the integrity of our catalog and ensure that all songs – especially those from Lightnin’ Stik Productions – receive fair visibility, we are introducing catalog contribution controls that reward performance, not just participation.
✅ How Bands Earn the Right to Submit Songs
- For every Lightnin’ Stik song your band performs that results in at least 1000 verified paid downloads (single or multiple songs total) you may submit one of your own original songs for consideration in the catalog.
- This “one-for-one” system ensures that participating bands are actively contributing to the growth of the platform before adding to it.
🎯 Submission Limits
- Bands may submit a maximum of 3 songs per year.
- Submissions are reviewed for quality and originality before being added to the catalog.
📉 Low-Performance Removal
- Songs added to the catalog that do not generate at least 10,000 paid downloads within 12 months may be removed from the active catalog or archived.
- This helps ensure the catalog stays vibrant, relevant, and profitable for all participants.
🌟 Featured Rotation
- Top-performing songs – based on downloads, fan feedback, and frequency of use – may be spotlighted in the catalog to encourage more visibility and adoption.
- Lightnin’ Stik Productions music will maintain anchor placement in the catalog.
- Bands with trending songs will be eligible for other spotlight positioning as determined and promoted by Lightnin’ Stik Productions.
5. Why This Works Better Than Traditional Promotion
- No money up front for promo campaigns or digital ads.
- No gatekeepers dictating what who is worthy of top promotion.
- No playlists that bury you under 10,000 other songs.
Instead, you’re part of a network of bands promoting bands, backed by fans paying for music they hear live at your shows, with the potential of expanding your fan base into regions of the nation where other bands perform your music. It’s simple, direct, and takes the power back from the music industry and gives it back to you, your fans, and a community of loyal music lovers who support local bands, in a way that will revolutionize the way bands “make it” in the future. We foresee this as the formation of a national music scene where bands grow other bands’ fans in a way that allows each band the opportunity to become nationally known without the marketing and touring expenses of the past.
6. Requirements to Join
Whether you’re performing or submitting, YOU:
- Must agree to our Royalty Participation Agreement and NDA.
- Songs submitted must be original, properly registered, and cleared for distribution.
- Bands must carry general liability insurance when performing under this program.
- You must be willing to promote your custom code for fan purchases.
We provide:
- Song catalog access
- Download tracking system
- Payout system
- Support for catalog submissions and royalties
7. Program Milestones
| Milestone | What You Get |
|---|---|
| 500K Downloads | Gold Record Status – 3-year royalty term |
| 1M+ Downloads | Platinum Status – 5-year royalty term |
| 10M Downloads | Diamond Status – 10-year royalty term |
Once a milestone is hit, royalties continue beyond the sale – future downloads from your influence still count within the term window.
8. Legal and Risk Summary
This is a pilot program and inherently speculative. We can’t guarantee sales, earnings, or long-term success. We reserve the right to update, suspend, or revoke participation for any reason. Taxes may be withheld, and royalty pools may be used where influencers of purchases is unknown or adjusted to accommodate legal and operational obligations.
We are not offering employment or investment opportunities at this time — just a share of real royalties for real fan influence.
By participating, you agree not to pursue legal or public claims in the case of experimental system failures during this early phase. We’re building something big — expect growing pains.
9. How to Join
🎸 COVER BANDS / LOCAL ACTS:
- Request catalog access
- Get your unique download code
- Add songs to your set
- Start earning from downloads
🎤 ORIGINAL ARTISTS / SONGWRITERS:
- Submit your music for catalog inclusion
- Sign the Royalty Participation Agreement
- Promote the program to fans and fellow bands
- Earn royalties from every fan-driven download
📬 Contact Info
Rick Williams
📧 label@lightninstik.com
📬 P.O. Box 2156, Littleton, CO 80161
🌐 www.lightninstik.com
Together, we’re rewriting the rules.
This is music’s new grassroots revolution – where bands lift each other up, fans fuel discovery, and everyone shares in the success. Let’s turn every stage into a platform for real growth and shared rewards.
⚡ Ready to perform and profit with purpose? Let’s talk. ⚡
Below are generic agreements that we will tailor for use as needed. You must be willing to sign and adhere to the following terms of participation.
🎼 ARTIST PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
(Lightnin’ Stik Productions – “Catalog Access & Royalty Participation”)
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Between:
Lightnin’ Stik Productions, an entity organized under U.S. law (“Company”)
And:
[Band/Artist Name], a musical artist, band, or representative thereof (“Artist”)
1. Purpose
This Agreement establishes the terms by which Artist may participate in Lightnin’ Stik Productions’ shared music catalog system, including the performance of songs owned or managed by the Company or other participating artists, and submission of their own music for inclusion in the catalog.
2. Rights Granted
2.1 Performance Rights
Artist is granted non-exclusive rights to publicly perform songs from the shared catalog for the purpose of promoting downloads through their unique code.
2.2 Submission Rights (One-for-One Rule)
For every Company-owned song Artist performs and successfully influences 1000 paid U.S.-based downloads, Artist earns the right to submit one (1) original song for inclusion in the catalog, subject to review.
2.3 Royalty Participation
Artist shall be entitled to 40–45% of the net publishing royalties generated by downloads directly influenced by their performances, as tracked via unique codes. Where Artist’s original song is included in the catalog, Artist shall receive 40–45% of the net owner royalties from downloads regardless of which band drove the downloads.
3. Catalog Submission Terms
3.1 Song Limit
Artist may submit no more than three (3) original songs per 12-month period. All submissions must be fully original, properly registered (e.g., ASCAP, BMI), and free of any third-party claims.
3.2 Performance Threshold
If a submitted song does not achieve at least 10,000 paid downloads in the U.S. within 12 months, Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to remove or archive the song from the active catalog.
3.3 Review & Removal Rights
Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to reject, remove, or suspend catalog entries at its discretion, including for low performance, legal concerns, poor audio quality, or community feedback.
4. Use of Artist’s Likeness
By signing this Agreement, Artist grants Lightnin’ Stik Productions permission to use their band name, logo, and publicly available likenesses for promotional use related to the shared catalog, provided such use is not defamatory or misleading.
5. No Employment or Ownership Rights
This Agreement does not create an employment, agency, or ownership relationship between the Artist and the Company. Artist is not entitled to wages, shares, voting rights, or any equity in Lightnin’ Stik Productions.
6. Term & Termination
- This Agreement remains in effect for three (3) years from the Effective Date unless terminated earlier in writing by either party.
- Either party may terminate with a 30 days’ written notice to the other party.
- All earned royalties prior to termination will remain payable according to this Agreement’s terms.
7. Limitation of Liability
Lightnin’ Stik Productions will make reasonable efforts to track downloads and distribute royalties, but offers no guarantees of performance, financial success, or catalog inclusion. Artist agrees to hold the Company harmless from any damages, losses, or claims resulting from participation in the program.
8. Indemnification
Participants agree to carry liability insurance and to indemnify Lightnin’ Stik Productions from any and all liability for their use of music contained in the catalog, for the music they submit for inclusion in the catalog, violations of this contract or the NDA agreement, including intellectual property and copyright infractions, as well as any and all other harms resulting from participation in this model.
9. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, United States.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.
Artist/Band Representative
Signature: _______________________
Name: ___________________________
Date: ____________________________
Lightnin’ Stik Productions
By: Rick Williams
Signature: _______________________
Date: ____________________________
🔒 MUTUAL NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT (NDA)
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Between:
Lightnin’ Stik Productions (“Disclosing Party” and “Receiving Party”)
and
[Band/Artist Name] (“Disclosing Party” and “Receiving Party”)
1. Purpose
This Mutual NDA is entered into in connection with discussions and participation related to the Lightnin’ Stik Productions royalty and fan-based promotion model. The Parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of shared materials and protect each other’s intellectual property, business plans, and non-public royalty methods.
2. Confidential Information
“Confidential Information” includes all non-public business plans, strategies, royalty structures, download tracking methods, marketing systems, song data, artist information, and any unpublished material disclosed verbally or in writing.
3. Obligations
Each Party agrees:
- To keep Confidential Information private and not disclose it to third parties;
- Not to use Confidential Information for any purpose outside the scope of this relationship;
- To return or destroy all Confidential Information upon request or termination.
4. Exceptions
This Agreement does not apply to information that:
- Is or becomes public through no fault of the receiving party;
- Was lawfully known before disclosure;
- Is disclosed with written consent;
- Is required by law or court order (with prior notice).
5. Term
This NDA remains in effect for 3 years from the Effective Date.
6. No License
No ownership or license is transferred under this NDA.
7. Governing Law
This NDA shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, United States.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this NDA as of the Effective Date.
Artist/Band Representative
Signature: _______________________
Name: ___________________________
Date: ____________________________
Lightnin’ Stik Productions
By: Rick Williams
Signature: _______________________
Date: ____________________________
White Paper for Local and Cover Bands – U.S. Edition
Initial Date: June 22, 2025
Modified: August 6, 2025
Contact: Rick Williams – label@lightninstik.com
1. The Original Opportunity
Local bands have always been the heartbeat of live music. But what if your band could not only perform new, crowd-ready songs — but also earn real publishing royalties for every fan you help influence?
Lightnin’ Stik Productions is offering select cover bands the opportunity to perform original songs from our catalog and get paid royalties for every paid download influenced by your performances. No upfront cost. No complicated contracts. Just your talent, your audience, and a system that tracks your impact and rewards you accordingly.
2. What’s In It for Bands?
- 🎸 Get Paid Like a Publisher
Earn a share of real publishing royalties for every download your performance influences. - 🌍 Expand Your Reach
Introduce your local fanbase to new, original songs with hit potential — and help launch them globally. - 💰 Ongoing Royalty Payments
When your influence helps push a song toward Gold (500K downloads), you share in the success.
If the song goes Platinum or Diamond? You get paid for 5 to 10 years. - 🧾 Trackable Sales, Secure Payouts
Each band gets a custom download code that fans use to buy from our website.
These downloads are permanent (not streams) and generate full-value royalties. - 🤝 No Risk, No Agent Needed
Perform our songs live. If your crowd loves them and downloads them — you get paid.
If not? You move on, no hard feelings. You’re still free to play your regular sets.
3. How It Works
- Choose songs from our catalog
Our growing library features 20 singles and one full-length album, all ASCAP registered. - Incorporate the music into your set
Introduce one or more of our songs at your live shows. - Distribute your custom code
Fans buy downloads via your code on our website, and the sale is tracked back to you. - Earn publishing royalties
Download proceeds are shared — approximately 40–45% of net royalties go to the “publisher” (you).
4. Why Downloads, Not Streaming?
Streaming requires 150+ plays to equal 1 paid download.
We’re focusing on permanent downloads because:
- They’re trackable
- They count toward Gold record status
- They pay out 80 cents per dollar on average
(vs. less than 1 cent per stream)
5. Our Gold Record Goal – and What It Means for You
To reach Gold certification (500,000 verified U.S. downloads), we need the help of local bands with real fanbases.
If you’re part of helping a song hit Gold:
- You get extended royalty eligibility
- You earn piggyback royalties from ongoing sales
- You gain exclusive VIP rewards, event access, and bonuses
6. Fan-Driven, Artist-Funded
Instead of paying ad agencies or PR firms, we’re putting that budget where it matters: in the hands of the fans and bands who make the difference.
This new model helps us:
- Reduce wasteful promo spend
- Build stronger fan communities
- Support the live music scene
- Put money back into your gigs
7. What You’ll Need
- Willingness to play original songs live
- Ability to explain download code to your crowd
- Agreement to basic royalty terms and NDAs (signed and notarized)
We’ll handle tracking, payouts, and the platform.
8. Legal & Risk Disclosure
We are currently testing this model and cannot guarantee success. While you may earn royalties, this depends on fan participation and sales. We are not offering employment, commissions, or equity.
We reserve the right to modify or end royalty agreements at our discretion. Payouts may be pooled or adjusted for taxes and operational costs. We cannot guarantee specific payment timelines or amounts.
By participating, you agree not to hold Lightnin’ Stik Productions liable for potential losses during this experimental phase.
9. Get Involved Now
If you’re a cover band, tribute band, or local act looking to boost your income and visibility, this is your moment.
📩 Contact:
Rick Williams
📧 label@lightninstik.com
📬 P.O. Box 2156, Littleton, CO 80161
🌐 Website: LightninStik.com
FAQ Snapshot
Q: Is this exclusive?
A: No. You can still perform any other songs — this just adds to your set.
Q: What songs can I play?
A: Our full catalog is available to registered bands.
Q: What if my crowd doesn’t buy?
A: Then you move on — but if they do, you earn publishing royalties with no limit on upside.
⚡Let’s shake up the music industry — one gig, one fan, and one download at a time.⚡
Lightnin’ Stik Productions Empowers Fans to Earn Publishing Royalties Through New Program
The Fan-nomics on Fan Driven Music Growth
Lightnin’ Stik Productions
White Paper
Fan Engagement Royalties:
A New Model for Success
Date: June 22, 2025
You should rely only on the information contained in this Prospectus prepared by Lightnin’ Stik Productions, who has thoroughly thought through this plan by envisioning many different scenarios to be sure that you will not be mislead by our enthusiasm as we may not have foresaw every possible risk and this idea could be a wash out.
The information contained in this Prospectus is current as of the day contained at the top and bottom of this Prospectus and may be amended from time to time with no guarantee it will be updated. Be aware that our business, financial condition, legal authorization to operate, and the prospects we imagine now, may change from time to time, and may have already changed by the time you read this. This Prospectus may or may not be updated, but it should remain the only version you rely on. You should not rely on press releases, articles on the internet, website announcements, or any other information than what we provide here in this Prospectus.
For those outside the United States: we have done nothing that would permit us to operate in any jurisdiction other than the United States. You are required to inform yourselves about and observe any restrictions that may prohibit the types of ideas and agreements expressed in this Prospectus.
SUMMARY
This is a plan to test the interests of fans to engage new fans to purchase permanent single or album downloads from online digital download platforms with the goal of achieving Gold record status for our music catalog. Chosen fans will work together and independently to engage new fans into purchasing music under a three to five year publishing agreement. Rather than funding digital promotions and paying PR agencies, we are testing the viability of fan engaged publishing to drive music download sales.
To achieve Gold record status, 500,000 paid permanent downloads inside the United States (the downloads must be domestic and verifiable) must be obtained. This purchasing data is accumulated by the digital download platforms everywhere music is downloading and the royalties are distributed to Lightnin’ Stik Productions. The net royalties are about eighty-percent of the purchase price, generally $1.00, and after expenses that can be ten to twenty percent are paid, the balance of the royalties are split equally between the owners and the publishers fifty-fifty, with forty-percent or more counted as publishing royalties to be paid to the member fans who promote us. The current music catalog contains nearly twenty singles and one full-length album. The album will achieve Gold with 500,000 paid downloads of any of the sixteen songs contained on it. The singles require 500,000 paid downloads of that single. With the current catalog of nearly twenty singles, 10,000,000 paid downloads would bring a Gold record status to each single and generate a potential of $10,000,000 in downloadable sales. There is an immediate potential for fans to share $4,000,000 in publishing royalties.
We are “testing the waters” to determine the potential of exploiting this model further for financial gain. Future growth depends on fan engagement and the data established during this trial period will be used to determine the viability of this model and our determinations may or may not be made public. This Prospectus is centered on an initial three-year period for influencing paid downloads with longer periods of time based on performance. No other opportunities are being expressed in this Prospectus. There are no employment rights and Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to deny, suspend, or revoke any royalty agreement for any reason it deems appropriate. There is no agreement to allow voting rights, stocks, commissions, wages, or any other payments other than publishing royalties at this time.
THE RISKS
This Prospectus is highly speculative as it only highlights the ideas and possibilities of our idea, puts forth the initial steps of action, and is an early vision that may not perform as suggested by our calculations. Bear in mind that there may be factors beyond our control that may cause all of your efforts to be in vain, leaving this company insolvent, and you without any recourse for compensation, losses, or damages.
We cannot guarantee that all the royalties owed to any individual fan will be fair and proper, so we are going to distribute the royalties as a pool among all member fans, fans who sign up and get involved. These royalties are taxable, so we may pay the taxes on them prior to distribution, which will reduce the percentage of royalties somewhat more. We feel this is better than collecting everyone’s sensitive information. We may cause that the royalties me distributed at events during live shows or in other ways that benefit the member fans. Member fans do not gain voting rights, even though, we will utilize a system of voting in most cases.
FANS
A Fan acts as a publisher of our music and uses their influence and resources to drive consumers to purchase downloads of our music with the goal of achieving Gold record status. Fans agree to provide insurance to protect themselves, us, and other participants, including artists, fans, and associates, from risk and liability for any and all damages from our music, merchandise, shows, events, and your (the fan’s) actions, fairness, and interaction with the public on our behalf.
MUSIC SUCCESS DRIVEN BY FANS
Let’s face it, rising stars are often without funds to promote their music and fans are left never knowing about the big hits that never got heard. The power of the music industry has shut the doors on small artists and has made getting any large scale public or social exposure impossible. Fans are still the life blood behind the success of any artist and reaching them is what makes or breaks an artist’s career. Fans support the artists they choose and make it possible for an artist to achieve Gold records, not the music industry. We believe it is time for fans and artists to push aside the middle man and establish a new way for artists to obtain stardom. A three-year publishing agreement window allows fans to receive royalties like a publisher. Where any single is certified Platinum, we will extend the royalties period to five years. If Diamond status is reached, we will extend the royalties period for ten years. This is to make sure fans receive every future royalty generated by downloads resulting from the Gold record status they created.
ROYALTY HOLDER INFORMATION
Lightnin’ Stik Productions does not maintain its headquarters at any physical address, but operates openly, and on the road utilizing recording studios as their base. You may forward all correspondence to our agent, Rick Williams, by email at: label@lightninstik.com or the most current Post Office Box listed on our website, currently: P.O. Box 2156, Littleton, CO 80161. This information may change and you should always check the website for updates and contact information as well as any updates in this Prospectus. We are also available on social media.
Unleash the Power of Music Fans: A New Model for Music Growth
The music industry is constantly evolving, seeking innovative ways to connect artists with their audiences in order to drive music and ticket sales. This white paper introduces a groundbreaking approach that tests the potential of using publishing royalties as an incentive for dedicated music fans to drive massive fan growth resulting in increased paid downloads of music to achieve Gold record status.
The Challenge: Bridging the Gap Between Artist and Audience
Let’s acknowledge that artists face increasing pressure to handle marketing, promotion, and ticket sales on their own, often stretching their resources thin. The traditional model of exposing potential fans to new artists and their music is paying hundreds of dollars a week to promote a song on social media and streaming platforms. These intermediaries create a real disconnect between the artist and their most dedicated followers, because the intimacy that fans and artists enjoy live and in person is lost to behind the scenes processing. This can lead to the inability to build a genuine community of engaging fans.
The Solution: Empowering Fans
Our innovative solution empowers fans to become active in finding and encouraging new fans to buy our music in multiple areas across the nation. Fans are more likely to facilitate consumers into becoming loyal fans. Loyal fans support artists and their music.
BENEFITS FOR ARTISTS
Expanded Artist Reach: Taps into the local networks and influences listeners by reaching audiences that traditional marketing methods miss.
Reduced Promotional Costs: Shift some of the promotional burden to enthusiastic fans, freeing up resources for other strategic initiatives and making more new music.
Stronger Fan Engagement: Cultivate deeper relationships with fans by empowering them to become active participants in the success of artists resulting in more intimate shows and fan engagement.
Increased Download Sales: Motivated fans are more effective at selling downloads locally than traditional marketing campaigns, making it possible for aspiring artists to reach more fans.
BENEFITS FOR FANS
Enhanced Connection to the Artist: Deepen fan connection with the artist by becoming a vital part of their success in the music ecosystem.
Exclusive Rewards: Access unique benefits, including cash prizes, free tickets, merchandise discounts, and a share of music royalties.
Personal Fulfillment: Experience the satisfaction of contributing to the success of an artist they admire.
Community Building: Connect with other fans and build a sense of community around shared musical interests.
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
Establish a Clear and Transparent Program: Define clear roles, responsibilities, and royalty structures.
Develop a Robust Royalties Distribution System: Make the distribution of publishing royalties part of the paid download transaction over time.
Cultivate a Strong Sense of Fan Community: Foster a sense of fan community through online forums, live events, and fan recognition.
Continuously Optimize the Program: Regularly review and refine the program based on feedback from fans and fan engagement results.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
Contact, Rick Williams, directly at his email address: label@lightninstik.com. There are NDA and Royalty Agreements that must be completed and signed in front of a notary to receive royalties.
There are no guarantees that this idea will work, that anyone will support this idea, or that this idea will be a success, so join us at your own risk.
The future of an artist gaining Gold record status lies in fostering stronger and more intimate connections with their fans. Social media and streaming intermediaries remove this connection and emerging artists are lost in a sea of unknowns as a result. By empowering fans to facilitate the growth of an artist’s success, this model will challenge the paradigm shift in the music industry by moving away from digital intermediaries to embrace the intimate connection of fans engaging fans for the success of unknown artists becoming known everywhere.
THE FAN-NOMICS
This is a performance-based program. In short, one download equals one dollar and the net royalty is about eighty cents. These royalties are split equally between the owners and publisher, with about forty-percent going to the publishers. The more downloads a fan influences, the more publishing royalties they are eligible to receive. Should fans influence enough downloads to cause a song to receive Platinum status, the three-year royalties period will be increased to five years to all these fans the opportunity to receive “piggy-back” royalties generated off of the Gold record status of the singles. Likewise, where a singles reaches Diamond record status, the five year period will be extended to ten years. Piggy-back royalties would generally be pooled and split among responsible fans as a whole.
To achieve Gold record status, 500,000 paid permanent downloads inside the United States (the downloads must be domestic and verifiable) must be obtained. This purchasing data is accumulated by the digital download platforms everywhere music is downloading and the royalties are distributed to Lightnin’ Stik Productions. The net royalties are about eighty-percent of the purchase price, generally $1.00, and is split equally between the song owner and the publisher (fans), with an average of forty to forty five percent of the total royalties going to the publisher or fans prior to taxes. The current music catalog contains nearly twenty singles and one full-length album, for a potential of $10,000,000 in downloadable sales. There is an immediate potential for fans to share $4,000,000, pre-tax.
While streams are always a good thing, it takes far more streams to reach a Gold than downloading paid and permanent singles. In fact, it may take as many as 150 streams to count as one paid download. While we encourage the use of streaming to expose consumers to our music, we are focused on achieving Gold record status and the shortest route from A to B is 500,000 paid downloads. For example, say fifty fans cause 10,000 verifiable “domestic” downloads for each single … the proceeds will be shared with those fans as member fans. Downloads are counted only if they occur inside the United States.
IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTIONS
Initially, there will be a pool of publishing royalties that will be divided among the total number of signed up member fans as we see best after considering the votes of the fans on the matter. We foresee VIP style shows with cash money for all member fans.
Accordingly, fans must agree not to sue or drag our system failures into the media during this trial period as these acts would be counter productive to our success overall and may result in our insolvency leaving you with no remedy for your claimed losses or damages. Even though we will make every effort to remedy issues as they arise, some damages may occur and their may be no data to support recovery for them. Please do not if you are join us if you are not able to ignore these losses or damages as growing pains of establishing a company; a company where fans may be offered positions for hire in the future, with no guarantees.
These are the immediate risks and there may be other risks that are not covered in this Prospectus as they may not have been foreseen while weighing all the different scenarios that may arise once we place this rock in motion (rock n roll).
FUTURE GROWTH
Future growth depends on fan engagement and the data established during this “testing of the waters” period. This Prospectus is centered on an initial three-year period for influencing paid downloads with longer periods of time based on performance. No other opportunities are being expressed in this Prospectus. There are no employment rights established. Fans may be approved to act as publishers for Lightnin’ Stik Productions, but Lightnin’ Stik Productions reserves the right to deny, suspend, or revoke any royalty agreement for any reason it deems appropriate at any time. There is no agreement to allow voting rights, stocks, commissions, wages, or any other payments at this time. There are no rights authorized by this Prospectus or the Royalty Agreement, other than, publishing royalties.
Initial Date: June 22, 2025
Modified Date: TBD
Lightnin’ Stik Productions (ASCAP)