What is a Feature Agreement?

A feature agreement is a contract that outlines the terms under which a guest artist, often called a featured artist, contributes a performance to a song owned by another artist or label. It defines the rights, compensation, and credit associated with the featured performance.

The agreement typically includes details such as payment or royalties, credit placement (for example “feat.” in the title), ownership of the recording, and how the featured artist’s contribution can be used and distributed. It may also specify promotional obligations or restrictions related to the release.

Feature agreements are commonly used in modern music collaborations to ensure that both the primary artist and the guest performer clearly understand how the recording will be credited, monetized, and promoted.