Rights
On March 19, 2005, a representative for Somebody's Closet sent policy info for a new show section at the Archive:
email Subject: band permission for Somebody's Closet
Jeff Bujak- Booking
www.somebodyscloset.com
Policy note section created by Jeff:
TAPER POLICY FOR SOMEBODY'S CLOSET
Somebody's Closet ALLOWS soundboard (SBD) access, taping from your seat, front of soundboard (FOB) taping, onstage taping and photography.
Somebody's Closet DOES NOT require a taper's ticket or have a taper section.
Somebody's Closet DOES NOT allow videotaping without consent of the band.
Taping Policy: Welcome Tapers. We love you - we need you - we encourage you to tape our shows and share them with the world. Taping of Somebody's Closet's live performances are for non-commercial home use only. Any resale or use of live concert audio for commercial gain without explicit written permission from Somebody's Closet is strictly prohibited. We support the taping community and will do everything possible to accommodate tapers and to ensure you get the best quality audio possible.
SOUNDBOARD ACCESS: Wherever possible board patches are available on a first come, first served basis. It may not always be possible to offer board patches at every show, so be prepared to use microphones. Where possible power will be available to save on the use of disposable batteries, but again it may not be possible at each venue so if you want to tape, please bring a portable deck.
MIC STANDS: If you use mic stands, please keep them out of the way of the view between the sound board and the stage. If you are blocking the view you may be asked to move your mic stand.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Photography will be allowed at most shows.
VIDEO: Video recording is not allowed without consent of the band.
And of course, these are Somebody's Closet's rules and may conflict with the venues policy. Please check with the venue before assuming that taping is allowed.
