Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and The Hit Cartel, LLC ("we," "us," "our," or "The Hit Cartel") governing your access to and use of the website located at thehitcartel.com (the "Site"), including all related media, services, features, content, and applications (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using the Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, and that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract. If you are using the Site on behalf of an entity, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms in their entirety, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site and Services.

All content, materials, trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, designs, images, audio recordings, musical compositions, artwork, text, graphics, software, and other intellectual property displayed on or available through the Site (collectively, "Content") are owned by or licensed to The Hit Cartel, LLC and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

Unless expressly authorized in writing by The Hit Cartel, you may not:

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, publicly perform, modify, adapt, translate, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit any Content
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from the Site or Content
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code from any software on the Site
• Use any automated system, including spiders, robots, data mining, or computer-generated requests, to access, monitor, or copy the Site
• Use The Hit Cartel's name, likeness, trademarks, or branding in any commercial context without a signed license agreement

The musical works, production credits, sound recordings, and associated artwork are the exclusive property of The Hit Cartel, LLC, its artists, and its licensors. Unauthorized sampling, interpolation, reproduction, or distribution of any recordings is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal penalties.

By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

• All information you submit through contact forms, booking inquiries, or other communications is true, accurate, current, and complete
• You will maintain the accuracy of such information and promptly update it as necessary
• You will use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• You will not use the Site in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the Site or interfere with any other party's use of the Site

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Submitting false, misleading, or fraudulent booking inquiries
• Impersonating any person or entity, or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity
• Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Harassing, threatening, intimidating, or stalking any individual associated with The Hit Cartel
• Circumventing or attempting to circumvent any security features of the Site
• Scraping, data mining, or systematically collecting information from the Site

The Site provides a platform for artists, managers, labels, and industry professionals to submit booking and collaboration inquiries to The Hit Cartel. Submission of an inquiry does not constitute a binding agreement, contract, or guarantee of services.

All inquiries are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The Hit Cartel reserves the right to accept, decline, or not respond to any inquiry at its sole discretion. Factors considered include, but are not limited to, project scope, timeline, budget, artistic alignment, and scheduling availability.

Any engagement resulting from an inquiry shall be governed by a separate written agreement, including a Production Agreement, Beat License, or Management Contract, as applicable. These Terms do not create any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship.

Beats, instrumentals, and production services offered by The Hit Cartel are subject to separate licensing agreements. The following license categories may be available:

• Non-Exclusive License: Grants limited rights to use the beat for personal or commercial projects, subject to specified sales caps, streaming limits, and territorial restrictions.
• Exclusive License: Transfers exclusive usage rights for the beat, subject to previously granted non-exclusive licenses and negotiated terms regarding ownership splits and buyout provisions.
• Work-for-Hire: Custom production commissioned specifically for a project, with full or partial ownership transfer as specified in the written agreement.

All licensing terms, including royalties, publishing splits, credit requirements, and territorial restrictions, are defined in the applicable written agreement. No rights are granted by mere inquiry or communication through the Site.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, and content, including but not limited to EMPIRE Distribution, streaming platforms, social media, and press coverage. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

The Hit Cartel does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that The Hit Cartel shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such third-party websites or services.

THE SITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE HIT CARTEL, LLC DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

THE HIT CARTEL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT: (A) THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE; (B) THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THE SITE WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE; (C) ANY ERRORS IN THE SITE WILL BE CORRECTED; OR (D) THE SITE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE HIT CARTEL, LLC, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, LICENSORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR SERVICES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE HIT CARTEL'S TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SITE EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO THE HIT CARTEL, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED UNITED STATES DOLLARS ($100.00).

THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE CLAIM IS BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, AND EVEN IF THE HIT CARTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Hit Cartel, LLC, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your use of the Site or Services; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your violation of any rights of a third party, including intellectual property rights; or (d) any content you submit, post, transmit, or make available through the Site.

These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to them or the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be instituted exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Harris County, Texas. You waive any objection to the exercise of jurisdiction by such courts and to venue therein.

In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to submit the dispute to binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

The arbitration shall be conducted in Houston, Texas, in the English language, by a single arbitrator. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm pending arbitration.

These Terms shall remain in full force and effect while you use the Site. We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnification, limitation of liability, and governing law provisions.

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify, amend, or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least thirty (30) days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect, either by posting a notice on the Site or by sending an email to the address associated with your inquiry.

Your continued access to or use of the Site following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree to the revised terms, you must stop using the Site.

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

No waiver of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition, and any failure to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Hit Cartel, LLC regarding the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding the Site.

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms, please contact us:

The Hit Cartel, LLC
Email: info@thehitcartel.com
Phone: (800) 897-0091
Headquarters: 5900 Balcones Drive, Suite 165, Austin, TX 78731