Can I feature you if I use your vocals?

No. The vocals on my site are available as ghost vocals only. You can experiment, chop and edit them as much as you want and you do not need to credit me.

Can I use royalty-free vocals in commercial songs?

Yes. Once you purchase a license, you are allowed to use them for your own song as long as you use them in an original way. You will own 100% of the recording you make using the vocal, meaning you make 100% of the income from that recording.

What does royalty-free mean?

All non-exclusive vocals are royalty-free. Once you purchase a non-exclusive vocal, you own the master and publishing rights to the track you make with those vocals. It doesn't mean you own the original song, just the track you make using the vocals.

What's the difference between an exclusive and non-exclusive license?

An exclusive license means the vocal is yours alone — once sold, it's taken down and can never be sold to anyone else. A non-exclusive license means the same vocal can be purchased by multiple producers. Exclusives cost more, but you get a one-of-a-kind topline.

Do I own the master rights on an exclusive vocal?

Yes. You get 100% of the master rights. That means you own the final recording, collect all streaming and sales revenue, and Kate receives nothing from the master income.

What about publishing on an exclusive vocal?

Publishing (the underlying melody and lyrics) is split 50/50 between you and Kate. This is standard for vocalist/producer collaborations. You'll need to register the song with your PRO as usual.

Can I use an exclusive vocal in more than one song?

Exclusive toplines are licensed for one song or one track project. You can release multiple versions of that track — radio edits, extended mixes, VIPs, remixes, instrumental versions, and remix packs are all fine. You just can't reuse the vocal to create a completely unrelated song.

What happens if I don't release the track within 2 years?

There is a 2-year release window. If the track is commercially released on major DSPs within 2 years of purchase, your license is valid permanently. If it's not released within 2 years, the rights revert back to Kate and the vocal may be re-licensed or resold. Extensions can be agreed in writing before the deadline.

Can I resell or redistribute the vocal files?

No. You may not resell, sublicense, distribute, or share the raw vocal files in any form. You also can't include them in sample packs, loop kits, or similar products, whether free or paid.

Can I use these vocals with AI tools?

No. You may not use any vocals to train, clone, or replicate Kate's voice using AI or machine learning. You can't extract stems for voice synthesis, conversion, or revoicing. AI misuse is actively monitored and will result in takedown notices and potential legal action.

Can I release a track using a cover vocal commercially?

Yes, but you are solely responsible for obtaining the appropriate mechanical license for the original composition, typically through services like Easy Song or Songfile. You must not register the track with Content ID systems unless you've cleared all necessary rights.

What does the custom vocal process look like?

First Kate will gather information from you — what you like, what you don't, 3 reference tracks, and what you'd like the lyrics to be about. Then she'll collaborate via voice note until you're happy with the melody and lyrics before officially recording. Once recorded and invoiced, you'll receive vocal stems in a .zip with all stems clearly marked and aligned to your instrumental.

Kate McGill Vocals | Toplines for House, Techno, Trance, Garage, Dubstep & DNB

License – Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 16th July 2026 (updated to reflect permitted crediting: "Kate McGill" may now be credited as vocalist/lyricist, and the alias "K McGill" may be featured on DSPs and social media — see Section 5, Crediting & Artist Name Usage)

By purchasing, downloading, or using any vocal product from this site, you agree to the following terms of use:

1. Non-Exclusive Toplines, Limited Edition Toplines, Edition Ten Toplines

These vocals are licensed to you royalty-free, in perpetuity.

You may use them in your original musical works for commercial or non-commercial purposes without the need for any publishing splits or royalty payments.

However, you may NOT:

Resell, sublicense, distribute, or share the raw vocal files in any form.
Include the vocals in any sample pack, loop kit, or similar product, whether for free or for sale.
Use the name "Kate McGill" (or any variation thereof) in any public-facing material, including song titles, or metadata, except as permitted under Section 5 (Crediting & Artist Name Usage).

2. Exclusive Toplines

When you buy an Exclusive Topline, you are granted 100% of the master rights. This means:

You fully own the final recorded version of the song (the master).
You can release it on any platform (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.).
You will receive all revenue generated from streams, downloads, and sales of the track.
Kate McGill will not receive any share of that master income.

Publishing (songwriting) split

Important Note: This does not mean you own the publishing entirely. Publishing covers the underlying melody and lyrics. For Exclusive Toplines, publishing is split 50/50 between you and Kate.

One song usage (versions and remixes are allowed)

Exclusive Toplines are licensed for use in one song or one track project only. This allows you, and/or your label, to release multiple versions of the same track, including (but not limited to):

Radio edits and extended mixes
VIPs and alternate versions
Instrumental versions
Official remixes and remix packs

As long as the vocal is not reused to create multiple unrelated songs.

2-year release window (rights reversion clause)

This 2-year release window has been included in Exclusive Topline agreements since 17th September 2025. This online license page was updated on 18th January 2026 to reflect that clause more clearly. Exclusive Toplines purchased before 17th September 2025 are governed by the terms agreed at the time of purchase, unless otherwise updated in writing by both parties.

Because this is an exclusive license, the vocal is removed from sale and reserved for you. To prevent vocals being held indefinitely without release, Exclusive Toplines include a 2-year release window:

If the track is commercially released within 2 years of purchase, your exclusive license remains valid permanently.

If the track is not released within 2 years of purchase, the exclusive license expires and the rights to the vocal revert back to Kate McGill, meaning it may be re-licensed or resold.

For clarity, "commercially released" means the track is publicly available on major DSPs such as Spotify and Apple Music. If you need more time, extensions may be agreed in writing before the 2-year deadline.

However, you may NOT:

Resell, sublicense, or share the original vocal recordings.
Include the vocals in any sample pack, template, or similar product.
Use the name "Kate McGill" (or any variation thereof) in any form of public crediting, metadata, or marketing materials, except as permitted under Section 5 (Crediting & Artist Name Usage).

This restriction refers to public-facing billing and marketing beyond what is permitted under Section 5. Songwriting registration with PROs is permitted where required.

3. Full Buyout Toplines

A Full Buyout transfers complete ownership of both the master recording and the publishing (melody and lyrics) to you. Upon purchase and signing of the buyout agreement:

You own 100% of the master rights and 100% of the publishing. Kate McGill retains no financial interest in the work in any form, including streams, downloads, sales, syncs, or any other exploitation of the recording or composition.

Kate McGill waives all moral rights in the work to the fullest extent permitted by law, including the right to be identified as author or composer.

There is no 2-year release window. Ownership is permanent and unconditional, regardless of whether or when the track is released.

However, even under a Full Buyout, you may NOT:

Use the name "Kate McGill" (or any variation thereof) in any public-facing credit, metadata, song title, or marketing material, except as permitted under Section 5 (Crediting & Artist Name Usage).

Use the vocal recordings to train, clone, or replicate Kate McGill's voice using AI or machine learning tools, or for any form of voice synthesis or conversion.

Resell, sublicense, or redistribute the raw vocal files as standalone assets (e.g. in sample packs or loop kits).

The Full Buyout is confirmed in writing via a signed agreement before files are released. Payment in full is required before the agreement is issued.

4. General Conditions

These licenses are non-transferable.

Any violation of these terms may result in the termination of your license, removal of your content from digital platforms, and/or legal action.

By completing your purchase or download, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms.

5. Crediting & Artist Name Usage

Where a section above restricts public-facing use of the name "Kate McGill," the following is permitted across all license types (Non-Exclusive, Exclusive, Full Buyout, Cover Vocals, Custom Toplines, and Humanise Your AI Vocal):

You may credit "Kate McGill" as vocalist and/or lyricist in the credits section of your release (e.g. liner notes, streaming metadata credit fields, or a dedicated credits page).

You may feature Kate's alias, "K McGill," as a featured artist on DSPs — for example, "Song Title (feat. K McGill)" on Spotify, Apple Music, and similar platforms. This alias is separate from, and not to be confused with, Kate's main artist account.

On social media, you may credit @katemcgillvocals or use "feat. K McGill."

The K McGill alias page you are permitted to feature can be found here: open.spotify.com/artist/5ZLLIF1pClFtTnzxWFivUp

No other use of the name "Kate McGill," her main artist name or account, or any other variation is permitted unless agreed in writing. All other restrictions in each section — including bans on reselling, redistributing, or sublicensing raw vocal files, and the AI restrictions in Sections 3 and 6 — remain in full effect.

6. Use of AI (Artificial Intelligence)

You are strictly forbidden from using any vocals from this site to:

Train, clone, or replicate the voice of Kate McGill using AI or machine learning tools.

Extract stems or isolate elements using AI for the purpose of voice synthesis, voice conversion, or revoicing.

Create new works that mimic or artificially reproduce Kate McGill's voice.

I actively monitor for AI misuse. If any vocals from this site are found to be used in AI tools or outputs without explicit permission, I will issue takedown notices immediately and may pursue legal action.

Please respect that these vocals represent my actual voice, likeness, and identity. You are being trusted with this material. Do not abuse that trust.

7. Cover Vocals

Cover vocals on this site are studio-grade interpretations of existing, copyrighted songs. They are licensed to you royalty-free for personal use, demo creation, and non-commercial purposes.

However, if you wish to commercially release a track using a cover vocal, you are solely responsible for obtaining the appropriate mechanical license (also known as a cover license) for the original composition. These are typically easy to obtain through services like Easy Song or Songfile.

You may NOT:

Release a cover track commercially without securing the proper mechanical license.
Resell, share, or redistribute the raw vocal files.
Register the track with Content ID systems (e.g., YouTube, Facebook) unless you have cleared all necessary rights.
Use the name "Kate McGill" (or any variation thereof) in any form of public credit, metadata, or branding, except as permitted under Section 5 (Crediting & Artist Name Usage).

Cover vocals are non-exclusive. Multiple users may license the same vocal. You retain full creative freedom over your final track, but it is your responsibility to ensure all legal obligations are met before distribution.

8. Custom Toplines

Custom Toplines are bespoke vocals written and recorded to your brief. Upon delivery and full payment:

You are granted 100% of the master rights. You fully own the final recorded version of the song and will receive all revenue from streams, downloads, and sales.

Publishing (songwriting) split

Publishing is split 50/50 between you and Kate McGill, broken down as 25% melody and 25% lyrics to Kate. This reflects the creative contribution of writing original melodies and lyrics to your brief.

All other terms from Section 2 (Exclusive Toplines) apply to Custom Toplines, including the one-song usage policy, the 2-year release window, and all restrictions on reselling, redistribution, and crediting (subject to the exceptions in Section 5, Crediting & Artist Name Usage).

9. Humanise Your AI Vocal

This service involves Kate McGill performing a vocal over your existing track where the melodies and/or lyrics have been generated or assisted by AI tools.

Performance only (no changes to melodies or lyrics)

If Kate performs the vocal exactly as provided, with no changes to the melodies or lyrics, the service is treated as a performance-only engagement. In this case, no publishing split is required — you retain full ownership of the composition.

Performance with creative input (melodies or lyrics are tweaked)

If Kate makes changes to the melodies and/or lyrics during the recording process, this constitutes a creative contribution to the composition. In this case, a publishing split will apply. The exact split will be discussed and agreed upon upfront before any payment is made or work begins.

In all cases, the agreed terms — including any publishing splits — will be confirmed in writing before the session proceeds. All other general conditions from Section 4 apply, including restrictions on AI misuse (Section 6) and the permitted crediting outlined in Section 5, Crediting & Artist Name Usage, in place of an outright prohibition on using the name "Kate McGill" in public-facing credits, metadata, or marketing materials.

Any questions or need any clarifications? Please email kate@katemcgill.co.uk