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IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT NOTICE – Radio Blacksmith Knoll - 6120kHz
Updated: 30.03.2025
RADIO BLACKSMITH KNOLL is an independent shortwave radio station operating in two distinct content modes, as described below. The station may broadcast either exclusively non-commercial content or commercially licensed content, depending on the program schedule.
Mode 1: Public Domain, Creative Commons, and Original Content
In this mode, all broadcasted content consists solely of public domain works, Creative Commons-licensed content (CC BY-NC 4.0), and self-produced material, including music. No copyright claims or licensing fees apply to this content. Unless otherwise stated, the station operates under this mode.
Mode 2: Commercially Licensed Content
In this mode, the station broadcasts commercially licensed content, subject to applicable copyright laws and restrictions. All programs or time periods in which such content is aired are documented separately at the bottom of this page, along with references to the valid agreements between the station and the respective copyright owners. Typically, this means that the station has obtained a paid license for the content from relevant copyright management organizations such as Teosto and Gramex.
Music Ownership and Copyrights
For Mode 1 broadcasts, all music is either original, public domain, or Creative Commons-licensed, as detailed above.
For Mode 2 broadcasts, the station ensures that all necessary rights have been obtained for any copyrighted material aired, all required fees and licenses are duly secured for the relevant broadcasted content.
No Royalties, No Licensing Fees (Mode 1 Only)
When operating in Mode 1, the station is not subject to royalty payments or licensing fees from any copyright management organizations.
Non-Commercial vs. Commercial Operation
While Radio Blacksmith Knoll remains a primarily non-commercial radio station, Mode 2 allows for the temporary airing of commercial content under appropriate licensing agreements. The station maintains full transparency by listing all active licenses on this page.
Proof and Legal Protection
The station operator can verify the origin of every track broadcast and confirm whether it falls under Mode 1 or Mode 2. Licensing documentation for commercial content is retained for reference and compliance purposes.
Final Legal Disclaimer
All information provided in this notice is accurate and legally verifiable. Any copyright claims, payment requests, or royalty demands for Mode 1 broadcasts are unfounded, while Mode 2 broadcasts adhere to all relevant licensing agreements. The station operator reserves the right to take legal action against any fraudulent claims.
For any inquiries, please contact the station operator at:
BLACKSMITH.KNOLL@GMAIL.COM
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This notice is legally valid and binding, and no counterclaims can be made without substantial legal evidence disproving the stated facts.
List of Mode 2 usage:
DATE: TIME SPAN: AGREEMENT ID: LICENSING AUTHORITY:
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