AI RIGHTS 101 · Level 6 · VIP Advanced release discipline for AI-assisted music across DSPs, social platforms, and direct-to-fan channels. Section I — Exposure Multiplier Framework Distribution multiplies responsibility across four structural axes: Visibility Exposure Contractual Certification Automated Enforcement Revenue Entanglement Risk increases when multiple axes intensify simultaneously. Section II — 4-Axis Platform Risk Model Platform Type Visibility Contractual Automation Revenue Overall Risk DSP Streaming ▮▮▮▮▮ ▮▮▮▮▮ ▮▮▮▮▮ ▮▮▮▮▮ HIGH Social Platforms ▮▮▮▮ ▮▮▮ ▮▮▮▮ ▮▮▮ MEDIUM Direct-to-Fan ▮▮ ▮ ▮ ▮▮ LOWER Section III — Enforcement Architecture Comparison Factor DSP Social Direct Rights Certification Formal upload certification Implied by posting Self-managed Metadata Scrutiny High Moderate Low Automated Detection Aggressive Reactive + automated None platform-based Penalty Escalation Track + account impact Content strike stacking External legal only Section IV — Revenue Scrutiny Curve Revenue Type Scrutiny Level Audit Likelihood No Monetization Low Low Ad Revenue Moderate Moderate Streaming Royalties High High Sync Licensing Very High Very High Section V — Cover Art Compliance Architecture Cover art functions as visual metadata and is subject to platform requirements. Technical Requirements Requirement Standard Aspect Ratio 1:1 (Perfect Square) Recommended Size 3000 × 3000 px Minimum Size Typically 1400 × 1400 px Format JPEG or PNG Color Mode RGB Content Compliance Rules No URLs or promotional text No unauthorized third-party logos No misleading artist representation No copyrighted imagery without permission No offensive or restricted content Cover art violations can result in: Release rejection Delayed distribution Takedowns Metadata inconsistency flags Section VI — Metadata Fragility Model Alignment Score Dispute Risk 90–100% Low 70–89% Moderate Below 70% High Section VII — Distribution Release Gate 2.0 Criterion Score (1–5) Evidence Location Human Contribution Level 5 Archive Claim Precision Authorship Statement Metadata Alignment Distributor Entry Cover Art Compliance Artwork Folder Revenue Exposure Readiness Documentation Package If total score < 20/25 → Do not release. Section VIII — Incident Response Playbook Pause emotional response Verify metadata consistency Assemble documentation packet Respond factually Escalate only if required Level 6 Mastery You now understand platform-specific exposure, revenue-based scrutiny, and visual compliance architecture. Release discipline is structural, not reactive. Educational guidance only. Not legal advice.
