The Briefing: We are tracking a rise in "Tiered MFN" clauses in Q2 2026. This is a subtle legal maneuver where a brand pays a major label a premium but "carves out" independent creators into a lower, secondary payment tier.
The Reality: You might be sitting next to a global superstar in a national ad campaign, but if your contract doesn't explicitly state "Universal MFN," you could be getting paid 10% of their fee for the same 30-second window.
The Move: Look for the phrase "In accordance with all music contributors" in your licensing agreements. If those five words aren't there, your MFN is a hollow promise. Protect your margin.
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